Researchers say the exercise is ideal for those who don't have time for a long workout.
When it comes to exercise, getting 10,000 steps is the standard recommendation, but new research has uncovered a shorter workout that can keep the heart in good nick.
According to a new study, climbing five flights of stairs - equivalent to 50 steps - is linked to a lower risk of narrowing arteries, also called atherosclerosis. These blood vessels are vital to cardiovascular health as they supply oxygen and other nutrients from the heart to the rest of the body. However, the study was observational and doesn't mean that stair climbing lowered participants' risk of cardiovascular disease. For example, those who took the stairs may have been physically fitter and followed a healthier lifestyle - but findings do add to a wealth of evidence that even minor bouts of exercise can aid health.
Earlier this year, Dr Zoe Williams revealed some other ways you can keep in shape by using your day-to-day activities. Some top ways to keep fit for free include carrying shopping bags as a form of weight lifting, cleaning the car for a full-body workout, and gardening, with the added benefit of being outside in the fresh air.
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