MC Health Desk | December 17, 2024
Climbing stairs uses 8.6 to 9.6 times more energy than sitting, thus helping to burn calories and manage weight
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Regular stair climbing reduces the risk of coronary heart disease and stroke by promoting better cardiovascular fitness
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Stair climbing is a good exercise. It can help reduce increased blood pressure and improve your circulatory system health
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The upward motion works the quadriceps, hamstrings, calves, and glutes, improving leg strength and endurance
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Climbing stairs is linked to improved lipoprotein profiles, increasing good cholesterol (HDL) while reducing triglycerides
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This vigorous activity boosts aerobic capacity. This makes your everyday activities less physically taxing and easy to perform
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Stair climbing after meals reduces post-prandial glucose response, supporting better blood sugar management
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It reduces symptoms associated with metabolic syndrome, including high triglycerides, abdominal fat, and high fasting glucose levels
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Physical activity like stair climbing releases endorphins, reduces stress and improves mood. Time to choose stairs over lifts
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