A new study from Tulane University suggests that taking at least 50 steps up the stairs each day can significantly reduce the risk of heart disease, with climbing more than five flights of stairs daily reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease by 20%. Atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease (ASCVD), a leading cause of death globally, was the focus of the research. The study, based on data from over 450,000 UK Biobank participants, assessed their susceptibility to cardiovascular disease considering various factors. Daily stair climbing was found to notably reduce the risk, especially in individuals with lower susceptibility, and could offset the risk in more susceptible individuals. Those who stopped climbing stairs during the study had a 32% higher risk of cardiovascular disease compared to consistent climbers, emphasizing the accessibility and cost-effectiveness of stair climbing as a preventive measure.
Walking Up Stairs Reduces Risk of Heart Disease
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