Wellness: Health

Why foot health matters more as you age: Mobility, balance, fall prevention and staying independent for life
By: Andrew Forrest - January 2026

Your feet support every step you take. As we age, subtle changes in foot strength, structure, circulation, and sensation can quietly ripple outward, affecting balance, confidence, walking speed, joint health, and long‑term independence.

Limitations of walking studies
By: Andrew Forrest - January 2026

After reviewing a wide range of research on walking, one theme keeps emerging: the evidence strongly supports its health benefits, but it also has important limitations. Understanding these limitations helps us at Walks4all interpret results responsibly and avoid oversimplifying what the studies actually prove.

Understanding health research: Which study types give the best evidence?
By: Andrew Forrest - January 2026

This guide explains the most common types of health studies, what they're suitable for, and how to assess the strength of the evidence, which is especially useful when you're reading studies on the health benefits of walking.

Words relating to walking health and wellbeing

Glossary of terms for walking, health and wellbeing (A - Z)
By: Andrew Forrest - January 2026

In our walking for health and wellbeing articles, we sometimes use research and health terms that can feel a bit technical. This glossary explains those words in plain English, so you can quickly look up what something means and understand the evidence and advice more easily.

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