This Wednesday, January 10 is National Take the Stairs Day, and the American Lung Association is challenging people to skip the elevator and take the stairs for clean air and healthy lungs.
National Take the Stairs Day is an annual observance on the second Wednesday of January that gives people an opportunity to adopt healthy routines like taking the stairs. Stair climbing has significant health benefits, including improving balance and coordination strengthening major muscle groups. Consistent stair climbing as a daily activity can help lower mortality risk.