Struggling to get the lids off jars? Why grip strength is more important than you might think

Grip strength is an important marker of overall health

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Struggling to get the lids off jars? Why grip strength is more important than you might think

By Anna Bartter

Updated 2 years ago

5 min read

Grip strength isn’t just about lifting weights – it’s an important indicator of your overall health and fitness. The experts explain.

I don’t know about you, but lately, I’ve been really struggling to get lids off jars. While this might sound like a small gripe (I do hate having to ask for help, but that’s a whole other story), my wrist weakness is actually telling me a lot more than you’d think. 

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