Day 1 of my Plus Size Stair Challenge is all about getting started without overthinking it. I’m keeping it beginner-friendly with a steady pace for about 5–8 minutes, and I’m doing this 4 days a week. The goal is consistency, not perfection—showing up, moving my body, and building the habit one climb at a time. In this video I talk through how stairs can seriously level up your fitness in a simple, low-impact way. Stair climbing works your glutes, hamstrings, quads, and calves while also engaging your core and helping with balance. It’s also solid cardio—honestly, it can burn more calories than a brisk walk—so if you want something efficient that doesn’t require fancy equipment, this is it. And you don’t have to have a gym: you can use a StairMaster, an exercise step platform, or regular steps wherever you are. Embrace the climb with me—day 1 is just the beginning.