12/01/2026
Walking plays an important role in supporting physical development, health and participation for individuals with mobility needs.
Regular walking can help improve cardiovascular, respiratory and digestive health, strengthen muscles and bone density, and support balance, coordination and motor learning. Beyond the physical benefits, supported walking can also increase confidence, independence and social engagement across education, therapy and home environments.
We have outlined the top five benefits of walking in more detail here:
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If you support walking in a clinical, educational or therapy setting, which of these benefits do you see most often in practice?
We have also created a clear, ready-to-display poster based on this article. If a poster would be useful for your clinic, school or therapy space, please comment or message us and we will be happy to share one.