Grip strength is more than a measure of hand power—it’s a key indicator of overall health, longevity, and cognitive function.

But she rarely recommends grip-specific training. Outside of the doctor or PT’s office, grip strength has far less relevance. While we don’t want to undersell the importance of a firm ...

Got a weak grip ... strength was linked to a "17 per cent higher risk of dying from heart disease, a 9 per cent higher risk of stroke, and a 7 per cent higher risk of heart attack." In order to build ...