Issue Nine March/April 2005 DEPARTMENTS News and Reviews • Two new stores opening • Two new practitioners at Clearwater Chiropractic • B.A.M. Fruit & Nut Performance Bar • Diva Night at Fit Right NW • Edmonton World Masters Games Tests NW Athletes And more… Walk Write By Judy Heller Let’s shake off the lethargy of winter and ease into a spring exercise routine. Physically Centered By Jason Barker, ND Nutraceuticals – Buyer beware, glucosamine for healthy joints, and NSAIDs’ effect on the body. Ask the Expert Addressing numbness in arms and hands; sprained ankle causes weakness; and HRT alternatives. Beyond Walking By Ronda Gates, MS Many health products on the market are worthy of our hard-earned dollars but many are not. Learn to read the hype. It’s Not About the Scale By Karen Preston Food and emotional needs: Can they be confused? Suggestions as to how to avoid emotional eating. Subscriptions: You can subscribe to Walk About magazine for $14.95 a year to cover shipping and handling. Send a check or money order to"Walk About magazine." Please mail to Walk About magazine, 4823 NE 21st Ave., Portland, OR 97211. Want to Contribute? If you have a passion for walking and staying fit or have a personal walking experience that you would like to share, contact Walk About at info@walkaboutmag.com

2005 Shoe Review By Dave Harkin Flexibility, breathability, and stability make the best shoes for walkers. Our annual shoe review highlights nine shoes. FULL STORY     Salsa — Off the Table and Onto the Floor By Meryl Logue Do you want to sizzle away more calories than a normal workout and not believe you're working? Try salsa dancing, it's fast, fun, and effective. FULL STORY Living the Life of Your Dreams Part I: Awakening to Your Inner Wisdom By Darla Meulemans Learn to look to the wisdom within yourself to live the life of your dreams. FULL STORY Creating Healthy, Active Communities By Jennifer Atkins Active living is about walking for transportation and pleasure as well as exercise. FULL STORY Vegetables that Don’t Get No Respect — A Tribute to Rodney Dangerfield By Uncle Paul The jicama is a low in calories, low in starch, yet a flavorful and satisfying vegetable. The beet and ginger root also get no respect. FULL STORY Guts to Glory Bev LaVeck is Still Racewalking After 25 Years and Winning! By Sherry Brosnahan She has a style that appears effortless and you can assume she was a natural. Read the story of a 68-year old racewalker who is still winning. FULL STORY Loss of Control By Mike King Do I continue a behavior beyond its usefulness? This is called a “loss of control.” Do I need help? FULL STORY Take a Walking Vacation This Year By Maggie Spilner With a variety of terrain and world-class natural attractions Oregon is a walking vacation paradise. FULL STORY Pampering Your Feet at the Spa By Marla Montgomery Spas offer a multitude of treatments for every pocketbook. FULL STORY Your Next Walking Buddy Six great dogs available for adoption in Portland, OR and Seattle, WA. Recycled Gardens Buy plants and help animals. FULL STORY P.F. Chang's Rock 'n' Roll Marathon About the Event Reviews of a few events in the Northwest and beyon: • P.F. Chang’s Rock ‘n’ Roll, Marathon/Half, • Go Red for Women Kickoff Event • Pre-Super Bowl 10k AVA Walk. FULL STORY