A Feat That Defied Expectations (Image Credits: Unsplash)
Las Vegas – Bernice Moss, an 82-year-old from Henderson, ascended 1,455 steps to the top of The Strat tower during the American Lung Association’s Scale The Strat charity event on Sunday.[1]
A Feat That Defied Expectations
Participants faced 108 floors in the annual Scale The Strat challenge, which supports clean air initiatives and aid for those with lung disease. Moss finished the demanding ascent in just over 40 minutes, positioning herself among the event’s oldest climbers. Crowds cheered as she crossed the finish line and displayed her medal.[1]
The event generated more than $315,000 in funds this year, highlighting community commitment to lung health efforts.[1] Moss described the rush at the summit: “By the time I got to the top, the endorphins were just jumping everywhere. It was a hard stair climb, but it was great.”[1]
Fitness Forged Through Decades of Activity
Moss credits her stamina to a lifetime of physical pursuits, including skiing, golfing, and tennis. She maintains a steady walking routine and embraces the outdoors whenever possible. In the two months leading up to the climb, she tackled a 44-step staircase at Green Valley Ranch Resort more than 30 times each day…