Studies have proven that arm strength and longevity are linked.
Three experts explain how to strengthen your arms and your grip.
(Post-lift callouses, anyone?)
Yes, flexing your forearms and building your biceps can actually help you life a longer,healthier life.
Arm strength and longevity are linked in a variety of ways.
Its Amazing How Its All Connected.
body performance and injury expert and founder of National Biomechanics Institute
Think:walkingspeed, body mass index, waist circumference, and muscle mass.
There are a few different ways to asses your grip strength.
The easiest way is to gauge your strength with a handheld dynamometer.
Track your progress, saysAaron Alexander, CR, CPT, a manual therapist and movement coach.
How many reps and how much weight are you increasing by each time you perform the exercise?
What are ways that you could help build your arm strength daily?
Alexander suggests hanging from a pull-up bar for at least 90 seconds every day.
This simple exercise can drastically change the quality of your life, he says.
For example, a farmers walk is one of our favorite exercises here at Pritikin, he says.
Start farming today and you may see yourself living with better health for the rest of your days.
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