Lung Association Urges Orlando to Step Up for Take the Stairs Day

Orlando FL

08 January, 2022

9:26 AM

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Next week on Wednesday, January 12 is National Take the Stairs Day, and the American Lung Association in Florida is challenging people in Orlando to adopt healthy habits in the new year by taking the stairs, and then support lung health by registering for the Fight For Air Climb. National Take the Stairs Day is an annual observance on the second Wednesday of January that gives Americans an opportunity to adopt healthy routines like taking the stairs. Stair climbing is a great way to burn calories but is also a simple way to improve your overall health. According to The Journal of the American Medical Association's Physical Activities Guidelines for Americans, experts recommend small changes to daily activities such as taking the stairs instead of the elevator. The Lung Association encourages residents to take the stairs on National Take the Stairs Day, and then sign up for the Fight For Air Climb to tackle the stairs of Exploria Stadium on February 19. Money raised at the Fight For Air Climb will fund the Lung Association's efforts to end lung cancer and lung disease, as well as support the organization's COVID-19 Action Initiative. The COVID-19 Action Initiative is a $25 million investment to address COVID-19 and protect against future respiratory virus pandemics. "The COVID-19 pandemic is shining an even brighter light on the importance of lung health," said Janelle Hom, Executive Director for the Lung Association. "National Take the Stairs Day is a great way to improve your own lung health, and then the community's health by supporting the Lung Association's Fight For Air Climb." The Orlando Fight For Air Climb challenges residents to climb 1,000 steps in the iconic Exploria Stadium. In addition, participants will get to experience the thrill of running through the tunnel and onto the field, just like an MLS player! The Lung Association is also offering a "Climb Your Way" option for those who can't make it to the physical event. For more information about the Orlando Fight For Air Climb, and to register, visit FightForAirClimb.org/Orlando. Your safety is always our number one priority. We are continually monitoring local conditions that might affect your Climb. Check your local Climb website for the most up-to-date information. ### About the American Lung Association The American Lung Association is the leading organization working to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease through education, advocacy and research. The work of the American Lung Association is focused on four strategic imperatives: to defeat lung cancer; to champion clean air for all; to improve the quality of life for those with lung disease and their families; and to create a tobacco-free future. For more information about the American Lung Association, a holder of the coveted 4-star rating from Charity Navigator and a Gold-Level GuideStar Member, or to support the work it does, call 1-800-LUNGUSA (1-800-586-4872) or visit: Lung.org. American Lung Association 1-800-LUNGUSA (1-800-586-4872) Lung.org