How to Use the Posture Up Grip Sack
Purchase Vigoro Pea Pebbles from The Home Depot (about $6 per bag) or use water bottles to fill 5, 10 or 15 lb of your choice.
Inhale and simultaneously bend at the hips, knees and ankles to grip the top of the sack.
Exhale and simultaneously extend the hips, knees and ankles to stand while holding the sack.
Roll your shoulders back and down with a level chin and hips under your shoulders (think perfect posture).
Start walking in a safe, clutter-free area. Add a cognitive benefit by seeing how many steps you can count without losing focus. Add a full mind and body benefit by breathing in for 6 steps and then breathing out for 6 steps and repeating.
After your walk, put your hands on a wall and squat down to stretch arms and legs for 30 seconds.
The Science of the Sack
The PURE Study (Prospective Urban & Rural Epidemiological) analyzed 140k adults
Key finding: Researchers found that for every 5 kg decrease in grip strength, there was a 16% higher risk of death from any cause and a 17% higher risk of cardiovascular mortality, regardless of other factors like age, smoking, or exercise.
Significance: This landmark study showed that grip strength was a more accurate predictor of all-cause and cardiovascular mortality than systolic blood pressure. How is your grip?
grip strength is a key indicator of potential problems
Loss of muscle mass: A decline in quality muscle mass is associated with frailty, risk of falling, and mobility issues.
Decreased neuromuscular function: Poor nerve activation can indicate issues with the brain & central nervous system.
Systemic inflammation: Chronic diseases often cause inflammation, which leads to the breakdown of muscle protein.
Metabolic health: Strong grip strength is correlated with better cardiovascular health which prevents insulin resistance.
Cognitive health: There is a positive association between strong grip and cognitive function, memory, and attention.
Fatal diseases that have preventable risk factors kill 270,000 Americans each year (CDC, 2014). Exercise might be THE best way to prevent these risk factors.
Break for Health with Real Recess. Small habits compound, resulting in magnificent benefits. Add a Carry Sack to your next Recess Break.
Why a Carry Sack?
Boost Grip Strength: Empower your hands with every carry, paving the way for a stronger, healthier you.
Enhance Posture: Transform your stance and walk through life with confidence.
Simplify Wellness: No tech, no gimmicks. Just you, your Carry Sack, and the journey to better health.
For Whom?
Aimed at individuals in elderhood, the Carry Sack is more than a product; it's a lifestyle enhancer for anyone looking to prevent illness and promote vitality. Whether you're a retirement community looking to boost your residents’ wellness or an employer invested in your team's health, the Carry Sack is your ally.
What's Included?
The Sack: Crafted for durability and designed for daily use, it's your new essential wellness tool.
Comprehensive Wellness Plan: Each Sack comes with an exercise card and access to online tips.
What’s not included?
Weight: Purchase then insert tiny pebbles or water bottles to the desired weight for you (start light).
Tennis ball: Add a tennis ball at the top of the sack to help incorporate more grip muscles.
$5 from each purchase supports an inspirational person or charity
