NSV - Stairs

LitaRose77

So, I as I posted elsewhere, I work in a two story building that has the usual stairs in addition to elevators & escalators. About 3 weeks ago, I compelled myself* to stop taking the escalator & start using the steps more. I still breathe heavy once I reach the top landing, but it feels good knowing that I can do it.

On top of that, I recently jogged up said steps a few times, just to see if I could. (Obviously I succeeded if I am writing this). It felt so good to be able to do that without feeling like I needed a medic on standby with an oxygen tank. I was short of breath, but it was soooo worth it!!

*(no vampires were used for this task, for those who are into Vampire Diaries)

autopilot_on

PURE. AWESOME! I made a similar decision a few years ago that I would NEVER Take the elevator if I could take the stairs. On top of that I never take them one step at a time. Sometimes I even run up them. I still get shortness of breath every now and then but not nearly as much as I used to. And working a desk job means the more chances I take to move around, the better.

So I applaud you! Keep doing the little things, it's totally worth it.

tartsul

awesome job! it's the little things that help you get started and keep going in the beginning! before you know it, you'll be running marathons. keep up the great work!