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National Stair Climbing Week 2009 Kicks Off Across the Netherlands

National Stair Climbing Week 2009 Kicks Off Across the Netherlands

From Monday, September 14 to Friday, September 18, staircases take center stage across the Netherlands. Over 200,000 employees will make a conscious choice to climb stairs during the 3rd annual National Stair Climbing Week.

The Diabetes Fund, in partnership with the Netherlands Institute for Sport and Exercise (NISB)'s 30-minute movement campaign, highlights how stair climbing boosts health and helps prevent type 2 diabetes.

This initiative, backed by health experts, encourages employers and employees to rethink daily habits. Opting for stairs over the elevator is a simple switch that delivers real health benefits.

All Dutch companies and organizations can join the National Stair Climbing Week and register at www.traploopweek.nl.