Published to Newsletter on Mar 01, 2023
Switching up your exercise routine to include stairs can we refreshing! Walking or running stairs increases leg power, helps build and maintain healthy bones, joints, and muscles. The benefits of including step work can be exponential when done correctly.
Not only does being physically active improve brain health, reduce the risk of disease, and help manage weight, it also helps improve your ability to do everyday activities. Immediate benefits of physical activity are short term mitigation of anxiety, increased focus, and better sleep. Long term benefits include lowing the risk of heart disease, falls, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and so much more.
If you are looking for a fitness goal in 2023, the Stadium Stair Challenge is a unique event for folks of all fitness levels. Located at University Stadium, the atmosphere is really one of a kind. There will be music, vendors, cheering squads, and prizes! Whether you walk, jog, or run; the race is a memorable UNM experience. The Stadium Stair Challenge is also a family friendly event with a Kids 1K Fun Run around the football field.
You can also sign up for the Benefits & Employee Wellness six-week training course to help you reach your personal fitness potential. Classes will be held from March 21 through April 27. The classes will teach you how to properly climb the stairs, offer tips on preventing injury, and provide a program for you to follow throughout each week to push you to peak performance on race day!
The Stadium Stair Challenge is a fun and unique event that you do not want to miss. The training classes and entry into the Challenge are tuition remission eligible.
Tags: Wellness
