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January 2021 PMID 32813182

The Association Between Grip Strength Measured in Childhood, Young- and Mid-adulthood and Prediabetes or Type 2 Diabetes in Mid-adulthood.

Brooklyn J Fraser, Leigh Blizzard, Marie-Jeanne Buscot, Michael D Schmidt, Terence Dwyer, Alison J Venn, Costan G Magnussen

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Mentions

37
Peak: 15 in Aug 2020
across 2 sources since Aug 2020

Extended reach

166,579
potential audience

Total likes

3,110

Video views

33,501

Mentions per month

Aug 2020 – Aug 2024

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What people are saying

Several posts express support and curiosity about the findings, with remarks like 'Get a grip!' and notes on the equal importance of muscular strength at different life stages. The tone is generally positive and promotional, emphasizing the health benefits suggested by the publication. The use of enthusiastic language and direct references to the research results reflect an interest in how strength development can influence long-term health outcomes.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions agree with the positive link between grip strength and reduced risk of prediabetes and diabetes, emphasizing the importance of muscular development at various life stages.

InterestHigh interest

The posts demonstrate high interest, with enthusiasm conveyed through phrases like 'Get a grip!' and references to the study’s significance, indicating curiosity about the health implications.

EngagementModerate engagement

Engagement appears moderate; some posts mention specific findings, such as a 34% reduction in risk, but few delve deeply into methodological details or broader implications.

ImpactModerate impact

While the discussions recognize the health benefits, the perceived impact remains moderate, suggesting that users see the study as important but not groundbreaking enough to alter broad health policies immediately.

Abstract in brief

  • This study explored how grip strength at different life stages (childhood, young adulthood, and mid-adulthood) is related to the risk of developing prediabetes or type 2 diabetes later in life, finding that stronger grip strength at each stage is equally linked to a lower risk.
  • Results showed that a one standard deviation increase in cumulative grip strength throughout life was associated with about a 34% reduction in the odds of having prediabetes or type 2 diabetes in middle age.
  • The findings suggest that maintaining or improving muscular strength from childhood through adulthood might help prevent these metabolic conditions, highlighting the importance of strength-building activities for long-term health.]
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Daniel Berglind, PhD
@DanielBerglind · X

On the importance of increasing muscular strength in early childhood: Greater grip strength ✊

Nov 7, 2022 · 41 likes · 6 shares · 7,683 followers View post →
Ignacio Hernando Valle
@nachoafysalud · X

Dec 23, 2020 · 28 likes · 3 shares · 5,832 followers View post →
Brooklyn Fraser
@brooklynfraser_ · X

Muscular strength measured in childhood, young- and mid-adulthood was equally associated with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes in mid-adulthood. New research published in @SportsMedicineJ Read more: https://t.co/qDajbWfqWl

Aug 20, 2020 · 27 likes · 6 shares · 132 followers View post →
Brooklyn Fraser
@brooklynfraser_ · X

Get a grip!

Aug 20, 2020 · 18 likes · 8 shares · 132 followers View post →
Ignacio Hernando Valle
@nachoafysalud · X

Sep 8, 2020 · 15 likes · 5 shares · 5,832 followers View post →
Daniel Berglind, PhD
@DanielBerglind · X

A one standard deviation increase in grip strength is associated with 34% reduced odds of prediabetes or type 2 diabetes in mid-adulthood: https://t.co/3Ger2GSiD8

Sep 7, 2020 · 5 likes · 7,683 followers View post →

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RT @DanielBerglind: On the importance of increasing muscular strength in early childhood: Greater grip strength ✊

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RT @DanielBerglind: On the importance of increasing muscular strength in early childhood: Greater grip strength ✊

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RT @DanielBerglind: On the importance of increasing muscular strength in early childhood: Greater grip strength ✊

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RT @DanielBerglind: On the importance of increasing muscular strength in early childhood: Greater grip strength ✊

Nov 7, 2022 · 6 shares · 330 followers View post →
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RT @DanielBerglind: On the importance of increasing muscular strength in early childhood: Greater grip strength ✊

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RT @DanielBerglind: On the importance of increasing muscular strength in early childhood: Greater grip strength ✊

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Daniel Berglind, PhD
@DanielBerglind · X

On the importance of increasing muscular strength in early childhood: Greater grip strength ✊

Nov 7, 2022 · 41 likes · 6 shares · 7,683 followers View post →
Hengel
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RT @brooklynfraser_: Get a grip!

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Ignacio Hernando Valle
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Dec 23, 2020 · 28 likes · 3 shares · 5,832 followers View post →
Fábio L Orsatti, PhD
@fabiorsatti · X

RT @brooklynfraser_: Get a grip!

Dec 10, 2020 · 8 shares · 644 followers View post →
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Sep 9, 2020 · 5 shares · 1,937 followers View post →
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Ignacio Hernando Valle
@nachoafysalud · X

Sep 8, 2020 · 15 likes · 5 shares · 5,832 followers View post →
Daniel Berglind, PhD
@DanielBerglind · X

A one standard deviation increase in grip strength is associated with 34% reduced odds of prediabetes or type 2 diabetes in mid-adulthood: https://t.co/3Ger2GSiD8

Sep 7, 2020 · 5 likes · 7,683 followers View post →
Menzies Institute for Medical Research
@ResearchMenzies · X

Last week, our research into the association between grip strength measured in childhood, young- and mid-adulthood and prediabetes or type 2 diabetes in mid-adulthood was published in Sports Medicine. Click the link for more information: https://t.co/wX92s4EMrT

Aug 27, 2020 · 3 likes · 1,745 followers View post →
LCFD Daniel Sánchez
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Aug 25, 2020 · 8 shares · 14 followers View post →
Guilherme Pussieldi, PhD
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Aug 25, 2020 · 8 shares · 262 followers View post →
Ben Bradford
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Aug 24, 2020 · 8 shares · 513 followers View post →
Sports Medicine
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RT @brooklynfraser_: Get a grip!

Aug 24, 2020 · 8 shares · 53,689 followers View post →
Andrew Mathews
@andrewjames93 · X

RT @brooklynfraser_: Get a grip!

Aug 22, 2020 · 8 shares · 24 followers View post →
Antonio García-Hermoso
@a_garciahermoso · X

RT @brooklynfraser_: Get a grip!

Aug 21, 2020 · 8 shares · 9,095 followers View post →
BASES Paediatric SIG
@BasesSig · X

RT @brooklynfraser_: Muscular strength measured in childhood, young- and mid-adulthood was equally associated with prediabetes or type 2 di…

Aug 20, 2020 · 6 shares · 524 followers View post →
Jani Vaara
@JaniVaara · X

RT @brooklynfraser_: Muscular strength measured in childhood, young- and mid-adulthood was equally associated with prediabetes or type 2 di…

Aug 20, 2020 · 6 shares · 597 followers View post →
BUILD MOVE
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RT @brooklynfraser_: Muscular strength measured in childhood, young- and mid-adulthood was equally associated with prediabetes or type 2 di…

Aug 20, 2020 · 6 shares · 71 followers View post →
Martin Gallyer
@MartinGallyer · X

RT @brooklynfraser_: Muscular strength measured in childhood, young- and mid-adulthood was equally associated with prediabetes or type 2 di…

Aug 20, 2020 · 6 shares · 275 followers View post →
Brooklyn Fraser
@brooklynfraser_ · X

Get a grip!

Aug 20, 2020 · 18 likes · 8 shares · 132 followers View post →
Avery Faigenbaum
@AFaigenbaum · X

RT @brooklynfraser_: Muscular strength measured in childhood, young- and mid-adulthood was equally associated with prediabetes or type 2 di…

Aug 20, 2020 · 6 shares · 5,868 followers View post →
Andrew Mathews
@andrewjames93 · X

RT @brooklynfraser_: Muscular strength measured in childhood, young- and mid-adulthood was equally associated with prediabetes or type 2 di…

Aug 20, 2020 · 6 shares · 24 followers View post →
Brooklyn Fraser
@brooklynfraser_ · X

Muscular strength measured in childhood, young- and mid-adulthood was equally associated with prediabetes or type 2 diabetes in mid-adulthood. New research published in @SportsMedicineJ Read more: https://t.co/qDajbWfqWl

Aug 20, 2020 · 27 likes · 6 shares · 132 followers View post →