Take the Stairs Day! Enjoy the benefits of taking the stairs on Take the Stairs Day…
and every day!
Taking the stairs…
- …is an easy way to combat an otherwise sedentary lifestyle.
- …counts toward your recommended 30 minutes of daily physical activity.
- …burns about 8–11 calories per minute, which is 7 times more energy than taking the elevator!
- …can be faster than waiting for the elevator.
How to celebrate Take the Stairs Day:
- Challenge yourself to avoid the elevator for the entire day!
- Encourage your co-workers to take the stairs with you.
- Post these take the stairs posters to encourage everyone in your building to get more steps in.