{"id":2827,"date":"2023-12-14T14:32:47","date_gmt":"2023-12-14T14:32:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/strengthmatters.com\/podcast\/?p=2827"},"modified":"2024-01-11T13:39:00","modified_gmt":"2024-01-11T13:39:00","slug":"walking-up-stairs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/strengthmatters.com\/podcast\/walking-up-stairs\/","title":{"rendered":"Walking up Stairs Can Cut Heart Disease Risk by 20%"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-audio\"><audio controls src=\"https:\/\/www.buzzsprout.com\/2134534\/14173357-walking-up-stairs-can-cut-heart-disease-risk-by-20.mp3?download=true\"><\/audio><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>We dive into the simple yet powerful act of walking up stairs, and its profound impact on reducing heart disease risk. Join us as we unpack a groundbreaking study from Tulane University, explore the nuances of walking for health, and share personal anecdotes that will inspire you to take those extra steps towards a healthier life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you&#8217;re a seasoned fitness aficionado or just starting to think about ways to enhance your wellbeing, this episode is packed with valuable information, tips, and motivation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Choose the stairs&#8230; It&#8217;s faster and builds strength endurance.<\/p>\n<cite>James Breese<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Timeline Summary:<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<span class=\"meks-ap-timestamp\" class=\"wp-block-meks-audio-player-timestamp\"><a href=\"javascript:void(0)\" class=\"meks-jump-player\" data-minutes=\"00\" data-seconds=\"05\">00:05<\/a><span>Walking Reduces Heart Disease Risk <\/span><\/span>\n\n\n\n<span class=\"meks-ap-timestamp\" class=\"wp-block-meks-audio-player-timestamp\"><a href=\"javascript:void(0)\" class=\"meks-jump-player\" data-minutes=\"00\" data-seconds=\"55\">00:55<\/a><span>Study Details from Tulane University <\/span><\/span>\n\n\n\n<span class=\"meks-ap-timestamp\" class=\"wp-block-meks-audio-player-timestamp\"><a href=\"javascript:void(0)\" class=\"meks-jump-player\" data-minutes=\"01\" data-seconds=\"50\">01:50<\/a><span>Benefits of Walking Uphill  <\/span><\/span>\n\n\n\n<span class=\"meks-ap-timestamp\" class=\"wp-block-meks-audio-player-timestamp\"><a href=\"javascript:void(0)\" class=\"meks-jump-player\" data-minutes=\"04\" data-seconds=\"24\">04:24<\/a><span>Personal Experiences and Insights <\/span><\/span>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Key Takeaways:<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Walking&#8217;s Popularity:<\/strong>&nbsp;Walking has gained traction in the fitness world, with a focus on its health benefits.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Study Insights:<\/strong>&nbsp;The Tulane University study reveals that walking more than five flights of stairs daily can cut heart disease risk by 20%.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The Power of Uphill Walking:<\/strong>&nbsp;Walking uphill or stairs builds muscular endurance, strength, and improves cardiovascular capacity.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Beyond Just Steps:<\/strong>&nbsp;It&#8217;s not just about the number of steps but the quality, like walking uphill, that counts.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Mental Health Benefits:<\/strong>&nbsp;Walking, especially uphill, is excellent for mental health.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Personal Testimony:<\/strong>&nbsp;James shares his experience in Istanbul, maintaining weight despite high calorie intake, thanks to walking.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Practical Tips:<\/strong>&nbsp;Choose stairs over escalators and integrate uphill walks into your routine for better health.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Websites and Links Mentioned:<\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/sph.tulane.edu\/walking-more-five-flights-stairs-day-can-cut-risk-heart-disease-20-study-says#:~:text=Taking%20at%20least%2050%20steps,of%20cardiovascular%20disease%20by%2020%25.\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Tulane University Study<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/strengthmatters.com\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Strength Matters<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/strengthmatters.com\/system\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Strength Matters Training System<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Walking, especially weighted, is only going to do good things for your health.<\/p>\n<cite>Josh Kennedy<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\">\n<p>Walking is healthy for you, very good at building cardiovascular capacity.<\/p>\n<cite>James Breese<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Show Your Support: Rate and Review Us!<br><br><\/strong>If you enjoyed today&#8217;s episode, please consider giving us a 5-star rating and a review on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/podcasts.apple.com\/gb\/podcast\/strength-matters\/id892406366\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Apple Podcasts<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0or wherever you listen to podcasts. 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