Older adults with better grip strength experienced fewer falls compared with those with weaker grip strength, a new study finds. But that correlation only holds true among those below the age of 75.

But does that mean squeezing a stress ball or hand ... that grip strength is a proxy for upper body strength and muscle mass. Stronger individuals with more muscle will have better strip strength ...

They’re also beneficial if you’re recovering from a hand or wrist injury. Lifting straps help significantly by reducing the load on your grip, allowing you to lift heavier and perform more reps.