One month is not enough time to do much, but you can probably improve your aerobic capacity enough to make a difference. I've found the best tool for this is a heart rate monitor. Lacking that listen to the rhythm of your breathing and keep it just on the happy side of uncomfortable. Spend 30 minutes a day doing some form of dedicated aerobic exercise (steps, running, biking, etc., mix it up from day to day) if you can. Take it easy at first and work your way into it. Injury or illness from overtraining is your biggest enemy, so listen to your body and rest when you need to rest.
I second Sleepyjack's idea of doing at least some training on the building's steps themselves. This will not only give your body the real physical test but also help you mentally prepare for the event.
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