hand grip strength
How strong is your hand grip, and why does it matter? Here’s a simple way to measure your hand grip strength at home, why you should, and how to make your grip stronger.
Wouldn’t it be nice if there were simple tests that give you some idea of your odds of dying early? No, these aren’t blood tests but simple measures any doctor can make, yet many don’t do it. Find out what they are.
We think of cardiovascular risk markers, like blood pressure, lipids, and blood sugar, as the main markers of how healthy we are and how likely we are to survive in the upcoming decades. Now, a new study shows that another marker is just as important, if not more, so. That marker is physical fitness!
There’s an ongoing epidemic of metabolic syndrome and it shows no signs of letting up. Lifestyle changes like diet and exercise can lower your risk for metabolic problems – but which one is best – diet or exercise? Find out what a new study shows.
Do you have a strong hand grip or a weak one? The answer to this question is more important than you think. The strength of your hand grip says something about how strong you are and how much muscle mass you carry on your frame. It even says something about your overall health. Find out more.
