Clients love sending hot takes, but one on stair climbing dropped a flaming bag of half-truths at my door. The truth is, stair climbing is one of the most overlooked but effective forms of strength and cardio training especially as we age. Brutal, yes. But honest. This article cuts through the noise and breaks down proper stair technique with clear, practical cues to improve posture, reduce joint stress, and get real results. If you're going to climb, climb right.