She covered a vertical distance of 3,200 meters (10,500 feet). But let's get grounded. What are the advantages of stair-climbing as a regular exercise routine for the rest of us? “You get a lot ...

Yuri Yoshizumi won last year's women's division of the Stairclimbing World Championships in her native Osaka, Japan, a 285-meter (935 feet) climb - 1,610 stairs - that she finished in 10 minutes ...

Stair climbing gets the heart pumping quickly, as anyone who’s ever skipped the elevator or escalator knows. That makes it an excellent low-impact exercise that’s as accessible as walking ...

If you’re trying to lose weight and want a new way to do it, stair-climbing as a regular exercise--or just adding a few flights a day--might be for you. It’s accessible, and research shows it ...

New research shows that a few minutes of stair climbing at short intervals can enhance your energy and mental performance. Take the stairs: Opt for stairs instead of taking the lift to increase ...