NEW YORK(AP) — Tom McGee began climbing stairs for exercise 20 years ago as part of an effort to stay off cigarettes. It hasn't always been easy: His climbs in hotel stairwells sometimes draw the ...

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The emergence of structured stair climbing workouts marks a significant shift in fitness training approaches. Fitness experts note how this evolution combines traditional cardiovascular benefits with ...

The stairs are more than a means of getting from one floor to another — if you want to get fit, they could be your secret weapon. Even without a gym membership, it’s likely you will have access to a ...

Searching for the next great fitness tool? Look no further than your feet. Adding a staircase to your exercise routine can build muscle and decrease your risk of injury, says Chris Lee, a strength ...

His climbs in hotel stairwells sometimes draw the attention of security guards. “I’ve gotten kicked out of about every hotel in the city,” said McGee, a 69-year-old market researcher who lives near ...