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Climbing stairs may be better for your heart than you think

2026-08-13 22:15:26Lifestyle SHKRUAR NGA REDAKSIA VOX
Climbing stairs may be better for your heart than you think
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With more than a quarter of adults worldwide failing to meet recommended levels of physical activity, taking the stairs instead of the elevator may be more beneficial than many people might think.

Researchers from the University of East Anglia and Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital found that people who regularly climbed stairs were 39% less likely to die from cardiovascular disease and 24% less likely to die from any cause than those who climbed stairs less often.

They were also less likely to develop serious cardiovascular diseases, including heart attacks and strokes.

"Climbing the stairs is a practical and often overlooked way to incorporate physical activity into everyday life," says Vassilios Vassiliou of Norwich Medical School at the University of East Anglia.

Researchers analyzed data from more than 480,000 participants aged between 35 and 84, drawing on nine high-quality studies with an average follow-up period of 14 years.

"Unlike going to the gym or doing a workout, climbing stairs is something you can easily fit into your day at home, at work or when you're out and about," says Sophie Paddock, from Norwich Medical School at the University of East Anglia.

“It’s a good option for people who don’t have a lot of time or easy access to exercise. So if you have the option to take the stairs or the elevator, choose the stairs as it will help your heart.”

Just a few minutes of stair climbing several times a week can improve cardiorespiratory fitness and lower cholesterol, according to the study.


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