Issue Five :
July/August 2004
DEPARTMENTS
News
and Reviews
Racewalking retreat,
Clogs ‘n More, Super Size Me,
and Trampolines.
Walk
Write
By
Judy Heller
Hot weather walking
— what you should know about training in the heat.
Physically
Centered
By
Jason Barker, ND
Bars and gels for the
long haul. When and how to use them.
Ask
the Expert
Our
experts weigh in on walking shoes, massage, and menopause.
Beyond
Walking
By
Ronda Gates, MS
Seven skills that pave the path to successful weight management.
It’s
Not About the
Scale
By
Karen Preston
Surround yourself with supportive friends and make time for you.
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About
the Event
Reviews
of a few events in the Northwest:
• May Flowers 5k/10k
•
Hippie Chick
• Race to Stop Global Warming
• Cinco de Mayo 5k/10k
• Lacamas Lake Memorial Day 10 miler
• Pugs at the Pub
•5th Biennial Columbia River Gorge Classic
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Casual
Shoe Review
By Susie Pontefract
Who says a healthy shoe has to be an ugly shoe? We profile 18 good
lookin’ and good for you styles for both work and play.
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Guts
to Glory
By Philip Dunn
2000 and 2004 Racewalking Olympian shares his pre-Athens journey.
First in a series.
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Stop
the Burn
By Dr. Diane Baker
With summertime comes sunshine. With sunshine comes sunburn. Learn
what “SPF” really means and how to protect yourself from
harmful rays.
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Part
Three
Getting Personal: Staying Fit
By Pam Granata
The personal training sessions are over. Can Pam stay motivated
to be the best she can be on her own?
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Gear
Geek
Our very own gear-head
demos some of our favorite walking accessories. You could learn a
lot from a geek.
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Got
Water?
By J.R. Malpass
How much should a walker drink to hydrate properly and avoid heat
injuries? Take this simple test and find out.
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Ascending
to Paradise:
The Walking Vacation
By Mona Fischer
Planning to hit the road this summer? How about a walking vacation?
Combining your travel with your favorite fitness activity can produce
the ultimate high.
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Dinosaur
Eggs
Here in Oregon
By Uncle Paul
What do you get when you cross an apricot and a plum? No, not a bad
joke, but a Pluot®.
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A
Walk with a Mission
By JoDee Clark Lompa
The Tuality Healthcare C.A.T. Walk is a fun event for people of all
ages and is a great way to promote and raise funds for cancer awareness.
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