Muscle is not only mass
Two people can have similar muscle mass but different strength. InGrip adds the question of function to the question of quantity.
InBody InGrip
Now availableGrip strength testing in Prague that adds real-force context to InBody.
InBody InGrip measures hand grip strength in kilograms and in Prague it makes the most sense as an add-on to InBody 970 body composition testing. InBody shows muscle mass and distribution, while InGrip shows how much force you can actually produce. That combination matters for sarcopenia context, active ageing, fitness progress and long-term tracking.
HGS
hand grip strength
1-100 kg
measurement range listed by InBody.cz
0.1 kg
result display unit
Biomarker
Why grip strength matters
Grip strength is a fast and practical marker of muscle strength. In professional sources it is used as a screening value linked with functional capacity, health risk and sarcopenia algorithms. It is not a diagnosis by itself, but it is a useful signal to track over time.
A practical biomarker
InBody materials and research literature treat grip strength as an accessible muscle-strength marker. The test is quick, non-invasive and repeatable when the method is consistent.
Important for sarcopenia
Current sarcopenia assessment is not only about muscle loss. Muscle strength and physical performance are part of the picture, and hand grip strength is one of the common strength inputs.
Useful as a trend
One result is a baseline. Repeated testing under similar conditions helps show whether strength is stable, improving or dropping.
InBody + InGrip
Why InGrip fits next to InBody
InBody gives a detailed view of body composition, segmental muscle, water, fat and related values. InGrip adds hand grip strength, making the output more practical: structure and function together.
Muscle mass plus strength
InBody shows muscle mass and distribution. InGrip measures HGS. Together they help separate a mass issue, a strength issue or a combination of both.
Sarcopenia context
EWGSOP2 emphasizes low muscle strength as a key sign of probable sarcopenia, followed by muscle quantity or quality and physical performance.
Useful for coaching
Grip strength is an easy number to explain and track. It supports conversations about strength training, recovery, nutrition and long-term fitness.
InBody ecosystem
InGrip uses Bluetooth communication and is designed to work with InBody 970/970S and selected professional InBody systems.
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Process
How InGrip testing works
The test is short, but the method matters. The goal is not just to squeeze a device, but to test consistently so the result remains comparable over time.
1. Grip setup
The handle is adjusted to fit the hand, avoiding a grip that is too open or too tight.
2. Left and right hand
The manufacturer lists left and right arm diagnosis, making side-to-side comparison possible.
3. Brief maximum squeeze
The client produces a maximum safe squeeze for a few seconds. The device displays the result in kilograms.
4. Result context
The number is interpreted with sex, age, dominant hand, pain, injury, fatigue, training and body composition in mind.
Result
How to read the result
Grip strength should be treated as a screening and trend value. A low value does not diagnose anything by itself, but it is a reason to look more closely at muscle mass, nutrition, training, performance and health context.
Kilogram value
The primary output is grip strength in kg. InBody lists a 1-100 kg range, +/- 0.5 kg error and 0.1 kg display unit.
Low-strength cutoffs
EWGSOP2 uses grip strength below about 27 kg for men and 16 kg for women in European sarcopenia screening. These are screening cutoffs, not a standalone diagnosis.
Side-to-side difference
A large difference between left and right may reflect dominance, training, pain, injury or other clinical context.
Trend over time
For practice, the trend is often most useful. A falling strength value deserves attention, especially alongside changes in muscle mass.
Technology
What matters technically
InGrip is a professional hand grip dynamometer built for repeatable testing, InBody integration and fewer errors caused by inconsistent grip position.
Front view of the InGrip device with display and handle.
Load cell sensor
The official catalog highlights a load cell method designed to support precision and reduce problems seen in some strain gauge dynamometers.
Handle guide
The guided handle helps different users hold the device more consistently, which matters because hand position can change the reading.
Adjustable fit
InBody BWA describes an adjustable roller for different hand sizes, supporting a wider testing population.
Bluetooth ecosystem
The device uses Bluetooth 5.0 and is intended to connect with InBody 970/970S and selected professional InBody systems.
Specifications
InBody InGrip specifications
These specifications summarize the main InBody InGrip parameters for practical grip strength testing.
- Measured item
- hand grip strength, HGS
- Measurement range
- 1-100 kg
- Error
- +/- 0.5 kg
- Display unit
- 0.1 kg
- Display
- 3-inch VA LCD
- Power
- 3 V, two AA batteries
- Interface
- Bluetooth 5.0
- Sound
- buzzer
- Dimensions
- 140 x 226 x 50 mm
- Weight
- approximately 650 g
- Operating environment
- 10-40 °C, relative humidity 30-75 %, 70-106 kPa
- Storage
- -10 to 70 °C, relative humidity 10-80 %, no condensation
Use cases
Who benefits from it
Grip strength is not only for older adults. It is useful wherever muscle function matters as much as muscle quantity.
Active ageing and sarcopenia
For older clients, grip strength adds a functional view to body composition results.
Fitness and strength training
For athletes and fitness clients it helps track strength, fatigue and left-right symmetry.
Nutrition and weight loss
During weight loss, preserving muscle and strength matters. InGrip can show whether function is dropping.
Return after a break
After illness, injury or a long pause, repeated testing can help show whether strength is returning.
InBody diagnostics
How it fits into our offer
Each device answers a different layer of the picture. The most useful view comes from reading them as complementary measurements, not substitutes.
InBody 970/970S
Body composition, muscle, fat, water, segmental detail and trend tracking over time.
InBody InGrip
Grip strength and a practical strength layer next to muscle mass.
Articles
More on grip strength and HGS
More practical guides on grip strength measurement, training progress and how InGrip fits next to InBody.
Grip strength measurement: what it shows and why it mattersLow grip strength: when adding InGrip makes senseSarcopenia: why strength matters, not only muscle massHand grip strength (HGS): what this abbreviation really meansDynamometer: what it measures and why it is not just squeezing hardHow to improve grip strengthMuscle loss and grip strength: why kilograms of muscle are not enough
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InGrip FAQ
Does InGrip make sense on a normal first visit in Prague?
Yes, especially if you want more than muscle-mass numbers. It most often works as an add-on to InBody 970 on a first visit or during repeat tracking.
Is grip strength the same as total body strength?
No. It is not a full-body strength test, but it is a practical muscle-strength marker that works best alongside other data.
Can InGrip diagnose sarcopenia?
Not by itself. Sarcopenia assessment includes muscle strength, muscle mass or quality and physical performance. InGrip provides the grip-strength part.
Why test both hands?
Side-to-side difference may reflect dominance, training habits, fatigue, pain or injury history.
What grip-strength values are usually considered low?
European sarcopenia screening often works with cutoffs below about 27 kg for men and 16 kg for women. These are not a diagnosis, but they are a useful signal to read in wider context.
How often should it be repeated?
Repeat under similar conditions and with enough time for real change. For training this can be after several weeks, for long-term tracking after months.
Can fatigue or pain affect the result?
Yes. Hard training, pain, injury, recent procedures, neurological issues and test motivation can affect the reading.
Is the test suitable for everyone?
For most people it is brief and non-invasive. If you have acute pain, injury or a medical restriction against maximum squeezing, consult a professional first.
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