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Fit In Exercise by Taking the Stairs


If you know you need to get active but aren't sure how to make time for it, you can start by taking the stairs.  Heading for the stairwell instead of the elevator will help you burn more calories, strengthen your muscles, and protect your heart!

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Toniahale's picture

In the busy time, the best
Posted by Toniahale (not verified) | Tue, 03/15/2011 - 12:43pm

In the busy time, the best way to get fit is to use the alternate and in this text it is better to take stairs.

ltownsend's picture

I always take the stairs
Posted by ltownsend | Mon, 05/03/2010 - 4:45pm

I always take the stairs while I'm at work... it's so much faster than the elevator!
jillian_g's picture

My office is at the 4th floor
Posted by jillian_g | Thu, 03/10/2011 - 6:49am

My office is at the 4th floor of the building but I always use the stairs to go up. It's always great to have an exercise. My friend call it Earth exercise.

tsimmons's picture

Soul Line Dance classes 2
Posted by tsimmons | Fri, 04/30/2010 - 4:43pm

Soul Line Dance classes 2 nights per week come and join me. Learning Soul Line Dancing is a great way to incorporate some physical activity into your day, in addition to having a great time. It's also a great stress reliever.
Paulina P.'s picture

I walked up to my 8th floor
Posted by Paulina P. (not verified) | Thu, 03/05/2009 - 12:16pm

I walked up to my 8th floor office this morning. It was a great way to start off the work day!
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