A new study suggests that a little-known region deep in the brain could be crucial for preserving physical strength as we age ...

New brain imaging research shows grip strength is linked to activity deep in the aging brain, offering clues to early ...

Your grip does more than help you carry groceries or open jars. Research suggests that grip strength serves as a key health indicator, revealing insights into physical fitness, cognitive function, and ...

Want to know how healthy you are? There’s one health metric experts can look to for hints about everything from your cardiovascular risks to your brain health and even your risk of dying by any cause: ...

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Improving grip strength is just as important as strengthening big muscle groups like biceps and glutes. Grip strength is how firmly and securely you can hold onto things, and how heavy the things you ...

A simple grip test can offer an early clue to your health — and whether your body is aging as it should.

Mobility. While grip strength isn't necessarily used when you're walking, it's associated with mobility. People with physical limitations are more likely to have decreased grip strength.‌ Overall ...

Adam Taylor is a professor and director of the Clinical Anatomy Learning Centre at Lancaster University. This story originally featured on The Conversation. The human hand is remarkable. Not only does ...