Climbing stairs for short, intense periods is an effective way to improve cardiovascular health and fat metabolism, especially for those who cannot meet current physical activity recommendations. The study focused on coronary artery disease, stroke, and acute heart problems. Although the common goal of walking 10,000 steps a day is not easy for many, climbing 50 stairs can be done with almost no effort. According to the scientific journal 'Atherosclerosis', stair climbing helps reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease. A recent study found that climbing at least 50 stairs daily has a protective effect similar to walking 10,000 steps a day. The study indicates that daily stair climbing is associated with a 20% lower risk of certain cardiovascular diseases, as it activates the cardiovascular system, lowers blood pressure, and reduces 'bad' cholesterol levels. Researchers derived these figures using data from the UK Biobank, which tracked 450,000 adults for an average of 12.5 years.
