A large study of older women suggests that something as simple as grip strength may reveal who is more likely to live longer — independent of how much they exercise.

Here’s one more reason to lead with a strong handshake. Having a weak grip could be a harbinger of early death, according to a new study from researchers at the University of Michigan. The study links ...

Turns out that how long you can stand on one leg could say a lot about your health, especially as you age. The amount of time you can hold the pose serves as a “valid measure of frailty, independence, ...

(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 ...

Handgrip strength test: simple squeeze predicts muscle, heart health, ageing, and cardiovascular risk.

The stronger a man's handshake, the more functioning of his penis according to science. Researchers have found every 5kg increase in hand grip strength relates to an 18 per cent decrease in the ...

In A Nutshell Women aged 63-99 with the strongest grip had a 33% lower risk of death over eight years compared to those with the weakest grip The survival benefits held even for women who didn’t meet ...