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It is not a tightly kept secret that ditching the elevator for the stairs will improve health. But how exactly does this little change affect people? Below are a few of the common benefits derived from climbing a few flights.
Cardiovascular Health
Climbing the stairs will increase your heart rate, often to an aerobic rate, meaning that stair-climbing will exercise your heart.
Weight loss
According to caloriecontrol.org, an average person weighing 150 lbs. will burn an extra 102 calories per day by simply spending 10 minutes climbing stairs.
Leg Strength
Climbing stairs engages several muscles within the leg and buttocks. Putting these muscles to use each day will help build strength.
Balance
Regular stair-climbing will also help the body gain better control over balance, according to Harvey B. Simon, MD.
Life Expectancy
As discussed above, regular stair-climbing can improve heart health and assist with weight loss, and both of these factors are known to contribute to longer life expectancies.
Source:
Simon, Harvey B, M. D. "Climb to Better Health". www.prohealth.com
Calorie Calculator. www.caloriecontrol.org.
Resource:
Fitness Tips - Climbing Stairs
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