GRIP STRENGTH: YOUR HEALTH IN YOUR HANDS

Your grip strength is a crucial vital sign, offering a powerful glimpse into your overall well-being. Your grip strength isn't just about opening pickle jars and all of our insights are based on global studies. With our safe, easy-to-use MightyMitts Grip Tester, you can instantly see how your strength compares to healthy individuals in your age group and gender, based on extensive research data.

A Heads-Up for Heart Health

Believe it or not, your grip strength can predict future heart problems better than your blood pressure – sometimes up to 10 years in advance! (PURE Study, 142,000+ participants across 17 countries)

Spotting Falls Early

If your grip strength starts to drop by just 1 kilogram each year, it can signal a higher risk of falls 12 to 18 months before they happen. (Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging, 51,000+ participants)

Preventing Fall-Related Challenges

If your grip falls below 26 kg for men, 16 kg for women, you could have a 3 times higher chance of a fall leading to medical care within the next year or two. (UK Biobank, 500,000+ participants)

Warning for Diabetes

A weaker grip can be an early sign of Type 2 Diabetes risk, showing up years before a diagnosis. For men, a grip below 30 kg, or women below 20 kg, can mean a 1.8 times higher risk. (U.S. National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey – NHANES, 32,000+ participants)

Seeing Frailty Coming

If your grip is below 27 kg for men, 16 kg for women, your risk of becoming frail can be almost 3 times higher within just 3 years. Frailty makes everyday tasks harder and increases health risks. (Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging, 51,000+ participants)

A Clue to Longevity

A rapid drop in your grip strength (more than 1.5 kg each year) can indicate a 40% increased risk of experiencing significant health challenges or reduced lifespan over the next 3–5 years. But on the flip side, even small gains can reduce risk! (Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging, 51,000+ participants)
Women
Study/
Source		 Country 50-54
Average		 55-59
Average		 60-64
Average		 65-69
Average		 70-74
Average		 75+
Average
PURE Study 17 Countries 25.5 kg 21.8 kg 23.1 kg 24.2 kg 19.2 kg 20.5 kg
UK Biobank United Kingdom 26.1 kg 24.8 kg 23.7 kg 22.4 kg 21.1 kg 19.8 kg
NHANES United States 54.23 lbs 51.15 lbs 47.84 lbs 44.75 lbs 41.45 lbs 36.16 lbs
Men
Study/
Source		 Country 50-54
Average		 55-59
Average		 60-64
Average		 65-69
Average		 70-74
Average		 75+
Average
PURE Study 44.2 kg 42.5 kg 40.8 kg 38.5 kg 36.2 kg 33.8 kg
UK Biobank 44.8 kg 43.2 kg 41.5 kg 39.2 kg 37.1 kg 34.5 kg
NHANES 2011–2014 90.17 lbs 85.32 lbs 80.25 lbs 75.40 lbs 70.77 lbs 63.05 lbs

Important Medical Disclaimer: Grip strength is a predictor, not a diagnostic tool. It indicates likelihood or risk propensity for health conditions over time, but is not a diagnostic test itself. A "low risk" assessment doesn't rule out existing conditions — definitive diagnosis requires clinical and laboratory testing by healthcare professionals.

Health Outcome Women Men
Fall Risk <16kg <26 kg
Cardiovascular Disease* <16kg <26 kg
Osteoporosis** <16kg <27 kg
Sarcopenia (Muscle Weakness) <16kg <27 kg
How to Understand this table: In studies people with grip strength under these numbers had a higher risk related to these health outcomes.
SOURCES
Aley et al. (2014) Grip strength norms in women https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC8035217
Study on muscle weakness and cardiovascular risk https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0828282X21006619
Grip strength and osteoporosis risk over time https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC9980561
Cut-off points for grip strength in healthcare settings https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10573963

* For general weakness associated with cardiovascular disease (CVD)
** For low muscle strength, based on EWGSOP2 study guidelines

And remember every 1kg improvement in your grip strength reduces the 10 year risk of cardiovascular diseases by 1.76 times. The Lancet

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“I’ve seen first hand how starting sooner rather than later can make a world of difference to overall well-being and longevity. This program focuses on hand-grip strength and functionality, while remaining safe, research backed, and easy to follow from the comfort of your own home, so you can progress at your own pace.”

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Benefits You Can Feel: Why Grip Strength Training Matters

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Disclaimer: The information provided here is for general knowledge and informational purposes only, and does not constitute medical advice. It is essential to consult with a qualified healthcare professional for any health concerns or before making any decisions related to your health or treatment.

References & Works Cited

The insights provided on this page are supported by research in peer-reviewed scientific literature and findings from reputable health institutions.