Here’s why climbing stairs is the best workout

Deesha Bondre | Oct 27, 2019, 22:00 IST

Climbing stairs can be quite an effective exercise for building strength, muscle and improving your balance. Even if you are someone trying to lose weight then stair exercise can help you burn more calories and tone your muscles. This simple activity can also help you improve the function of your daily activities.Here are some benefitsIt targets multiple musclesMore muscles are involved in stair climbing exercises as compared to walking, jogging or running on a flat surface. When you are moving on flat ground only your leg muscles are involved in it, while stair climbing also works on your glutes, quads, and hamstrings. This is an effective way to get lean and fat-free muscles.It improves balance and staminaWhile climbing stairs, the stabilizing muscles in your foot, ankle and the peroneal tendons all are engaged to maintain balance. Moreover, doing this activity every day will make your stamina better. Initially, you may experience leg and muscle cramps, but eventually, you will feel energised.


It manages blood pressureClimbing stairs is good for heart health and to manage your blood pressure level. This activity helps to unclog the arteries and improve the heart rate and boost your overall health.

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