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What Your Grip Strength Can Tell You
In case you haven’t noticed, I’ve been thinking and talking a lot about longevity lately. That’s because I’m approaching my 57th birthday!Â
It’s also been on my mind because my knees have been hurting a lot the past few years - bad enough that I could barely manage the sit-stand test. I generally feel pretty strong, so I’m not okay with that. I’m working on it, and just had a procedure done called platelet rich plasma prolotherapy. I did a few rounds about ten years ago and it helped, so I’m hoping it helps again. (And this time, I’m committed to doing all five rounds of treatment!)
Last week I shared how to keep your brain young, and this week, I’ve got another longevity tip: it has to do with your grip strength. Â
Why Grip Strength Matters
If you’ve never thought about your grip strength, I’d say that’s pretty normal. However, the research surrounding it is hard to ignore.Â
In a large study published in The Lancet, researchers followed nearly 140,000 adults across 17 countries. ...
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Crystal Obregon
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Crystal Obregon is a Certified High Performance Coach and Integrative Health Expert. She specializes in coaching and mentoring women in their second act.
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