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Walking with MS

Regular activity is generally encouraged in MS. Heat and fatigue are the two things to plan around.

Keep cool#

Heat can temporarily worsen MS symptoms. Use a fan, cold water and a cool room, and walk at cooler times of day. Symptoms from heat usually settle as you cool down.

Plan for fatigue#

Short walks at your best time of day, with rest after. Many people do better with a few short sessions than one long one.

Balance and safety#

Hold the rails, use the safety keyThe clip-on magnetic key that stops the belt if you fall back., and start slowly. A physical therapist can suggest balance work and walking aids.

Talk to your neurologist#

About the right type and amount of exercise for you, and before starting if you've had a recent relapse.

Handy tools: Heart-rate zones · Realistic weight-loss timeline · Questions for your doctor

Staying cool indoors → Balance exercises →

Last reviewed October 30, 2026 · Updated November 1, 2026 · Sources · General information, not medical advice.

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