Moneycontrol News | August 20, 2024
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Recent studies suggest that climbing stairs is one of the best, but overlooked activity that holds the key to unlocking better health and fitness
Better health and fitness
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Regularly using stairs engages multiple muscle groups, activating all major leg muscles whether ascending or descending
Engages multiple muscle groups
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Even short bouts of stair climbing - less than 10 minutes - can yield significant health benefits
You don't need to exercise for long
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With each step taken, the body engages multiple muscle groups, burning calories and melting excess fat. This helps in weight loss and a leaner, toned physique
Adiposity:
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The dynamic nature of stair climbing is good for coordination and proprioception, promoting balance and reducing the risk of falls, especially in older adults
Balance:
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Regular stair climbing helps lower BP, a key factor in reducing risk of heart diseases such as heart attack and stroke
Blood pressure:
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Stair climbing is a good cardio workout, enhancing heart and lung health while improving your endurance and stamina
Cardiorespiratory fitness:
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Stair climbing has a positive impact on lipid profiles, helping to raise HDL (good) cholesterol levels and lower LDL (bad) levels, reducing the risk of heart disease
Cholesterol levels:
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Engaging in physical activities like stair climbing can improve glucose metabolism and insulin sensitivity, potentially lowering the risk of type 2 diabetes
Glucose levels: