Move Your DNA with Katy Bowman
Ep 151: How to Improve Your Grip Strength (and why it matters)
Oct 25, 2023
Dani Alexander, a certified occupational therapy assistant specializing in pediatric care, joins Katy to discuss the crucial role of grip strength in our lives. They explore therapeutic interventions, like weighted pencils and Play-Doh, that can enhance hand strength. The conversation shifts to the alarming decline in grip strength among millennials, its impact on daily tasks, and its correlation with overall health. Katy and Dani emphasize the need for playful, engaging activities to strengthen grip, highlighting its importance for both children and adults.
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- Grip strength is a crucial indicator of overall health and well-being, necessitating incorporation of grip-strengthening activities into daily routines.
- Therapeutic interventions, like using play-dough or weighted pencils, can significantly improve grip strength for both children and adults.
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