Losing your grip? It could be a clue to your health

Saturday, April 2, 2011 - 23:30 in Biology & Nature

Grip strength can indicate overall muscle tone and, according to one study, even suggest how long you might live.Getting a good grip on your health may mean … getting a good grip. The force you can muster when squeezing an object or a weight doesn't only reveal how strong your hand and arm are. It can be a measure of overall muscle function and — according to one recent study — even portend how long you're likely to live.

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