A staircase is a stunning addition to any home, and it also offers daily opportunities for exercise. If you're moving into a new house, work with a staircase builder to add this feature to the attic or second floor. As a result, you'll enjoy more usable space and the following health benefits. 

What Are the Advantages of Adding Stairs to a House?

1. Increase Strength

While climbing the stairs, your legs are getting a workout by lifting off of each step. However, other parts of your body also benefit in more subtle ways. The body's core is strengthened as it maintains your balance on the way up and down the stairs; as a result, the abdominal muscles will become more toned. Your arms will pump to help you move forward or cling to the stair railing for support and balance, improving your gait and endurance. 

2. Improve Cardiovascular Health

Many people find themselves a little out of breath after climbing a staircase. This feeling may occur because stairs can increase a person's heart rate and enhance blood circulation, exercising the heart and the lungs. Improving your heart health by taking the stairs lowers the risk of cardiovascular disease, high blood pressure, and heart attacks.

3. Maintain Weight Loss

Climbing the stairs also offers aerobic benefits; this simple exercise burns about 180 calories in 30 minutes for the average person. It uses more energy than common exercises like yoga and walking, and the same amount as vigorous weight training. You can benefit massively from using the stairs a few times each day, or you can incorporate the home’s staircase into your daily exercise routine. For example, you can try to climb the stairs for at least half an hour every day. 

When you need a custom staircase builder in Papillion, NE, choose Creations by Day Inc. Serving Sarpy, Douglas, Pottawattamie, and Washington counties since 2014, these metal fabrication specialists and staircase builders have over 25 years of combined experience. They provide beautiful, sturdy stairs with attractive custom railings, working with you every step of the way to make sure you’re satisfied with the results. Call (402) 315-1478 to discuss your project, or reach out online to learn more about how they can help.