# National Walking Month

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Did you know that May is National Walking Month?

If you feel able to why not step outside and go for a light stroll this month.

There are so many benefits to keeping active when you have a terminal illness. It may help reduce some of the symptoms of your illness or treatment. It can also help to improve your mood and quality of life. [Read more about keeping active and exercising safely on our website here](https://www.mariecurie.org.uk/help/support/terminal-illness/wellbeing/exercise).

Prefer to have a printed copy? We’ve got you covered - order our booklet, **Keeping active** , [here](https://www.mariecurie.org.uk/help/support/publications/all/keeping-active).

If you do decide to go for a walk this month, let us know how you found it below.