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Most women are told to watch the scale, but after 40 there’s another number that may matter even more: grip strength. Researchers now use handgrip strength as a simple way to spot early muscle loss (sarcopenia), which is linked to falls, fractures, and loss of independence. For women in perimenopause and beyond, a quick grip test can reveal how fast your muscles are aging – and even give you a hint about how ready your body is to train on any given day.