A 3-second grip strength test might predict how well you'll age. Weaker grip strength has been linked to higher risks of heart disease, cognitive decline, certain cancers, and early death. To test and ...

It's easy to think that measuring your health and fitness can only be done using costly devices like Oura rings, Fitbits and smartwatches. However, you don't need a complicated tool or eye-wateringly ...

There are a lot of different tests that claim to be able to tell how long you’ll live. But research suggests that a simple measure you can do at home is highly predictive of longevity. It’s known as ...

Four quick tests after 50 check balance, leg power, push strength, and grip so you can stay strong and independent.

(CNN) — A strong handshake generally makes a good first impression, but there is more to your grip than conveying confidence and trustworthiness. Science points to a stronger grip as an important key ...

That ability to hold onto a bar or carry that *really* heavy suitcase? It’s not just a flex—it actually might be one of the simplest clues to how well you’re aging. Grip strength—the ability of your ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Many tests claim to be able to tell how long you’ll live. But research suggests that a simple measure you ...

Grip strength measures the force you exert with your hands when holding or squeezing an object. Weaker grip strength is often associated with frailty, and studies suggest that it may be linked to ...

A new study shows that grip strength cannot be used as a proxy for core muscle endurance in axial spondyloarthritis, ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Research suggests that grip strength can indicate longevity. There are things you can do to enhance your ...