Treadmill Walk
Mikey has a long history with the treadmill. For those newer to the blog, here is a post that lays it all out.
Practical Matters
The treadmill could be very dangerous for special needs kids. Can the treadmill be right for your kiddo?
If:
- Your child can follow the directions not to push any buttons
- AND
- You can stay and supervise them for the whole time
- AND
- You’re willing to let them walk at a slow, manageable pace
- AND
- You have an emergency switch that you can hook to your child’s clothing to turn off the tread automatically if they step off or fall off
Then, the treadmill can be a safe option.
It was a safe option for Mikey and in our rural town with very narrow roads and no sidewalks, it was the preferable choice for us. Do whatever is best for your child, but you know I love some good exercise (especially for its sleep benefits).
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About the Author
Erica Mauro is a mom to two teenage boys, Will who is neurotypical and Michael with Autism and cognitive delays. She holds a BA in Psychology from Colgate University and a Masters of Psychology in Education from Columbia Teacher’s College. Before staying home with her children, she worked as an elementary school teacher. For five years, she served on the Board of Directors of the Molly Ann Tango Memorial Foundation, a charity dedicated to enriching the lives of children with special needs. In partnership with her husband Dave, she aspires to parent by using daily life as an opportunity for therapeutic intervention, seizing on real experiences as opportunities to build skills and strategies for Michael in a joyful, loving home environment. On the tougher early days, she just tried to get everyone safely to bedtime and start fresh in the morning. *wink* 
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