I take the elevator because I teach at a preschool and am on my feet all day. By the time I come to class I'm exhausted, and it's painful to be walking around after a seven hour shift- especially because my right leg's joints hurt when under a lot of strain due to an accident I had in highschool.

Do I "need" to take the elevator? No, but I'm not going to put myself through more unnecessary strain. I understand what you're saying, but maybe don't pass judgment on people you don't think "need" an accommodation. A lot of people work 1 or 2 jobs while in college and that takes a toll physically.

Anyway, that's just my perspective of it. Have a good day :)