Stairs covers stair-based movement that blends everyday locomotion with light to moderate cardiovascular effort. It is useful for tracking stair-focused activity that is less structured than a dedicated stair-climbing workout. The effort depends on pace, total ascent, step height, and whether the movement is continuous.
Exercise Metrics
Fitness Profile [1]
Heart Rate Zones [2]
Activity Type Details
Calorie Burn
Estimated active Calories per 30 minutes of exercise for the MET range 3.5 - 8. Active Calories exclude the energy your body would use at rest.
| Body weight | Estimated active Calories / 30min |
|---|---|
| 50 kg (110 lb) | 66 - 184 Cal |
| 60 kg (132 lb) | 79 - 221 Cal |
| 70 kg (154 lb) | 92 - 257 Cal |
| 80 kg (176 lb) | 105 - 294 Cal |
| 90 kg (198 lb) | 118 - 331 Cal |
| 100 kg (220 lb) | 131 - 368 Cal |
Actual energy use varies with intensity, fitness, movement efficiency, and individual physiology. Learn more in the "How to Estimate Calories Burned with MET Values" resource.
Training advice
Benefits
Stairs capture practical vertical movement that can add meaningful aerobic and leg work to a day. It is useful for less formal sessions where repeated stair movement is the main signal.
What to watch out for
Short bouts can still be intense. Watch footing, avoid rushing descents, and choose stair climbing only when the movement feels stable and pain-free.
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