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Getting Started
We wouldn’t ask you to climb 66 flights of stairs if we weren’t prepared to
help you do it! Participants should know that climbing 66 flights of
stairs is equivalent to running a 5k (3.1 miles). However, it should take less
time to climb the stairs than it would to complete a 5k. Experienced athletes
who’ve completed a 5k should be able to complete the stair climb without
extensive practice.
Before you start any type of training for Climb, be sure you are well hydrated, are wearing good running shoes, and that you have adequately stretched. Looking for additional training tips or upcoming races to train at? Visit the NYCRuns website to see upcoming races.
Training Ideas
The most efficient way to train for a stair climb is to run/walk actual stairs.
Ask your apartment or office building for permission to use the stairwell to
train or to do climb repetitions on several shorter flights of stairs. If the
gym is your only option, rotate your workouts between the treadmill and the
stair climber.
Everyone is different, so try a few different workout options and see what
works best for you. Make sure you pace yourself the first time out; stair
climbing uses different muscles than running and you might find yourself
extremely sore the next day if you don’t ease yourself into the training!
Try climbing 8-12 flights of stairs, two steps at a time at full speed then
rest/walk for 3-4 minutes (during your rest time be sure to keep moving).
Depending on your athletic ability, do 4-10 sets. Once you’ve completed your
sets, be sure to cool down for 10 minutes and stretch for an additional 10
minutes.
Always consult a physician before participating in strenuous exercise. If you
become short of breath or are fatigued during training, stop and rest.
Event Day
Here are some useful tips that will help you on the day of the climb:
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