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Take the Stairs

Looking for an easy way to increase your daily physical activity?
If so, here are several reasons to take the stairs when you can:

  • Daily living activities like climbing the stairs significantly contribute to the physical activity we all need, everyday.
  • Taking the stairs requires no equipment and can take place in many workplaces.
  • The benefits of stair climbing include a better sense of well-being and higher energy levels

For more information about the benefits of stair climbing and stair climbing programs visit www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/sth-evs/english/benefits-eng.php

Information from/adapted from the following References:

Public Health Agency of Canada. (2007). Benefits of Stairway to Health programs. Retrieved July 6th, 2011 from: www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/sth-evs/english/benefits-eng.php

Last Reviewed Dec 2011



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