Making Stairs Easier With Stronger Muscles

Simplified Version Going up and down stairs can be really hard on your body. It puts pressure

on your knees and hips all at the same time. You also need good balance to do it

safely. When your muscles get weaker, your joints have to handle more force

each time you take a step. Here's what happens: If your thigh muscles (called quadriceps)

are weak, your knees feel more pressure. If your hips are tight,

you can't move as easily. And if your balance isn't good, you're more likely

to fall. The answer isn't to avoid stairs for the rest of your life.

Instead, you need to make your muscles stronger so they can support your joints better.