Background:This study was conducted on two different exercising groups, that is, gymnasium (powerlifters) and gymnastics (ring users). Although the type of physical activity is different, but both of the groups require stamina and coordination of central nervous system and skeletal muscles. In the two groups, the muscle strength of the upper body is remarkable and the handgrip has to be effectual for holding rings (gymnastics) and weights (gymnasium). Also, the time for which the grip can be maintained, which determines the endurance of the individual.Objective: To find the difference in handgrip strength (HGS) and handgrip endurance (HGE) among the two physically active groups. Materials and Methods:This study was conducted on a total of 75 subjects, divided into three groups of 25 each, namely, gymnastics, gymnasium, and control, that is, non-exercising group. Anthropometric hand measurements and skinfold thickness, forearm circumference, and forearm muscle were taken with HGS and HGE. Statistical analysis was then done to draw inference. Result:The study revealed statistically significantly high HGS and HGE in exercising group, in comparison to the control group, also the HGS was maximum in the gymnasium group (p < 0.0001). Moreover, the forearm circumference and the forearm muscle area were maximum (p < 0.0001) and the skin fold thickness was found to be the least in the gymnasium group. The study revealed positive correlation among HGS and HGE with forearm muscle mass. Thus, the study concluded the positive effect of physical activities on HGS and the weight training of the muscles increases their efficiency due to more acquisition of strength and development. Conclusion:In view of the fact that our day-to-day activities, a consistent assessment of handgrip forms an integral part of rehabilitation, not only to assess the strength of muscles involved in gripping but also to apply as a tool in rehabilitating patients with variable levels of hand injuries and in many clinical conditions such as diabetes. Can be implemented as a useful parameter by the coach in their fitness and training program.

Background: All those who menstruate need the awareness and access to their choice of menstrual materials that are safe, comfortable and support sustainable production and use. It is necessary to address menstruation to understand the need to take subsequent steps for a woman who menstruates for a period of 40 years of her life. Method: A cross-sectional, standardized questionnaire based survey method was used to collect information from a sample size of 500 people after prior institutional ethical clearance. Statistical knowledge was applied using Microsoft Excel and Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS).  An aggregate was made where socio-demographic and menstrual characteristics were compared. Insight was made to acknowledge female genital health concerns through scholarly articles available on the web. Results: 2.2% of sexually active women use menstrual cups. 3.7% of them prefer to use sanitary napkins along with menstrual cups only for gym and swimming. They reported cups were more comfortable. Other reasons for preference were they are environment friendly and reusable. However, 96.4% of sexually inactive women use sanitary napkins. The reasons for them not using cups were found to be (in descending order): not knowing how to use, want to use but afraid, not available in local medical stores and cultural beliefs. Usage of cloth still made it to 0.8%. Keywords: Menstruation, menstrual cups, environment friendly

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