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Balance and Grip Strength Are Aging’s Early Clues

A recent study explored how aging impacts balance, strength, and walking ability in adults over 50. Researchers from the Mayo Clinic evaluated these factors by assessing single-leg balance, handgrip strength, and gait. They found that balance showed the most noticeable decline with age, while muscle strength, particularly grip strength, also weakened over time. Surprisingly, walking ability remained mostly unaffected by age. These findings suggest that monitoring balance and strength could be...