You can tell a lot about a person by looking at their hands, so you should really take the time to take care of them. Let's start with the nails. Fingernails are less fragile if kept at manageable length. A sports length, which is no more than approximately 1/4 inch pass the tip of the finger, is easier to care for. Keep the tips protective clear coat of nail polish.
Moisturize your hands every morning with an everyday, arthritis products to help ease pain in hands, wrists, and knuckles. Bottom line; don't take your hands for granted. Keep them well maintained and protected and they will serve you well.