A multifunctional apparatus for facilitating walking and a method of using the apparatus. The apparatus includes a plurality of pole members, a handle, at least a first grip member, and a second grip member, the first grip member is arranged to allow a user of the apparatus to move stably and the second grip member is arranged to allow a user of the apparatus to participate in a rigorous activity, and one or more ground contact members, The front pole members are connected through a connection member configured to allow the apparatus to be easily collapsed and/or disassembled. The grip members are removably connectable to the pole member at a first end of the pole member, and the one or more ground contact members are removably connectable to the pole member at a second end of the pole member. The method includes the steps of participating in one or more diagnostic activities by an individual to generate data and selecting one or more walking-improvement activities that involve use of the apparatus based on the data obtained.
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