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Stair Climbing to Health |
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Stair climbing can be done almost anywhere and anytime. It is a low-cost and readily accessible form of exercise that provides a series of health benefits if we do it everyday. |
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It builds up body strength and cardiovascular endurance. |
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It enhances heart and lung function and improves blood circulation. |
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It reduces the risk of developing coronary heart disease, hypertension, diabetes or colon cancer. |
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It increases body resistance, thus reduces the chance of contracting diseases and increases efficiency at work. |
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It leads to healthy bones and lowers the risk of osteoporosis. |
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It strengthens muscles. |
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It decreases body fat, thereby controlling body weight. |
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Special thanks to the Department of Health and the Leisure and Cultural Services Department, the Government of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region, for their provision of information above. |
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Participants need to keep high level of physical fitness to stand the challenge of climbing 1,688 steps. With proper preparations, the risk of injury can be largely reduced. |
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Here are some useful tips for your reference: |
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Prepare for the Race |
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Just before the Race |
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During the Climb |
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STOP climbing when you feel... |
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After the Race |
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