Issue Twenty Seven March/April 2008 WALK ABOUT LINKS DEPARTMENTS News and Reviews • No More Excuses • Be Seen in the Dark With Crashwear • Plug-in or Drop Out FULL STORY Walk Write By Judy Heller Ease the Pain: Tips for Comfortable Walking Body Wise By Maureen Mays Who Is on Your Good Health Team? Ask the Expert • Glycemic Index • Inflammation and Chiropractors Beyond Walking By Ronda Gates, MS Keeping up With the Joneses — NOT 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

WALKING EVENT CALENDAR The Ultimate Connection: Join a Group By Susan Rich Joining a group can help you stay motivated and accountable. FULL STORY Going Solo: No Equipment Necessary By Selena Moffitt The resolution rush has come and gone. You have been walking your favorite route faith-fully, but you’re losing your motivation. Try cross training! FULL STORY Walking Adventures: A Feat for Feet and Inspiration for the Rest of You By Sally Richards Walking vacations are becoming increasingly pop-ular for good reason. If exploring beautiful parts of the world while walking through the country-side and learning cultural tidbits tempts you, read more. FULL STORY About the Event (mark these events for next year) • March for Babies • Start! Greater Portland Heart Walk • New Event — Up the Crooked River Duathalon • Discover VancouverUSA Ramble FULL STORY Guts to Glory Balancing Act: “Selfish” Athlete vs. “Selfless” Dad By Philip Dunn Two-time Olympian faces the challenges of being a professional athlete, father, and husband. FULL STORY Footpaths Build Lebanon Trails: Inspired by the Vision, Dedicated to the Work By Deb Fell-Carlson Lebanon, OR, is building a pathway to friendliness, fitness, and fun by developing a network of 50 miles of interconnected trails that will link parks, schools, and businesses within its urban growth boundary. FULL STORY Your Walking Buddy The Joys of Dog Ownership By Amy Sacks Bringing a new dog into your family is an incredibly rewarding experience. As a rescuer, Amy firmly supports adoption over purchasing a dog from a breeder or pet store. FULL STORY The Mysterious Mushroom: Fruit of the Forest Floor By Uncle Paul Mushrooms have played a part in humanity’s survival over the centuries. FULL STORY Exercise Is Just for Skinny People — Wrong! By Ellie Hodder Get off the couch and start a walking program for a healthier tomorrow. FULL STORY