Even more than strength or mobility, recent research says you need to look to your balance to determine longevity.

A recent study linked stronger grip strength to a lower risk of developing obesity-related health conditions and early death.

Grip strength is associated with a range of health outcomes, from type 2 diabetes to depression. Here’s how to check yours. In a world of technologically-driven longevity clinics with their ...

How hard can you squeeze? That simple measure of strength might forecast whether you'll stay healthy or face serious health ...

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 ...

BOSTON - In addition to your weight and blood pressure, there is another vital sign that your doctor should measure at your next physical - your grip strength. The amount of force you can muster with ...

A major study of almost 4,500 older adults in China has revealed a significant connection between grip strength and cognitive function. The research suggests that how firmly older adults can squeeze ...

GAINESVILLE, Fla. (WOFL FOX 35) - There is research out at the University of Florida that might save your life. Your grip strength is what researchers at the University of Florida studied, using ...

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 ...

SDI's Animal Grip Strength System allows for flexibility in fore- and hind-limb grip strength testing by including adjustable mesh grips with a range of 0-45° and gauges with variable capacities to ...