Quality participation of physical activity matters for quality of life and subjective wellbeing in people with disabilities.

Martin Ginis (2025) critically examines the inconsistent and often inconclusive evidence on the effects of physical activity (PA) on quality of life (QOL) and subjective well-being (SWB) in people with disabilities. In this article, we build on her arguments by highlighting conceptual ambiguities, methodological limitations, and measurement challenges that have contributed to these inconsistencies. We then evaluate the Quality Participation Model of PA and QOL/SWB as a promising framework that positions quality participation as central to enhancing well-being. Finally, we outline future directions (e.g., construct refinement, technological tailoring, co-produced research, and critical happiness studies) and call for a shift toward inclusive, high-quality PA experiences to realize PA's full potential in disability contexts.