But stairs are terribly useful. Climbing stairs burns more calories than running and walking uphill, so this type of load is referred to as intense exercise. In addition, climbing even to the fifth floor saves time compared to an elevator – it is estimated that office workers spent 15 minutes less a day when using stairs.
Regular walking up the stairs is very beneficial for the heart and blood vessels – just 7 minutes a day cuts the risk of stroke in half. Walking up the stairs also releases endorphins, making us happier. As, however, and any other physical exercise.
Cardio in the form of stair walking is loved by professional athletes, skiers and models. The latter, by the way, know a life hack: if you climb the stairs in high-heeled shoes, the load increases. By the way, Mariah Carey even in an advertising campaign for a network of fitness clubs starred in this outfit: black fishnet tights and sneakers with stilettos.
Well, if you want to set your ladder record, go to Switzerland: there is a staircase with a height of 11 steps. Going up and down it burns over 674 thousand calories!
But ladders like those in our selection are best avoided. Because just one glance at them does not last long overgrow the most sultry phobias.