Nov 19, 2025 Minhoo Jeong www.everydayhealth.com Stronger grip strength is linked to a significantly lower risk of developing serious health problems in old age, according to new research. Grip strength, which measures how hard a person can squeeze with their hand, is one of the most commonly used indicators of muscular strength because it is simple to test and reflects the condition of the hand, arm, shoulder, and upper body muscles. It has long been recognized as a powerful