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A Step Back in Time
Ilearned how to run before I could walk, at least from an athletic perspective. Celebrating the 20th anniversary of the New Albany Walking Classic®, as highlighted in this issue, elicited a vision dating back 54 years. At that time, I was considered a pioneer in the marathon world and competing in a walking-only race like the Walking Classic was certainly not an opportunity that presented itself.
My life portfolio includes being a competitive marathon runner and walker, a race director for both the walking and running communities, coach, founder of a successful running club over 50 years ago in NYC that remains strong today and author of hundreds of publications. I relate to physical activity by virtue of acquired wisdom.
Each issue, my attire relates to a theme or article in the magazine. The tee shirts you see here were collected in the early days of my running career. Just one problem. I was a skinny kid during my running days and wore a size small shirt. Imagine trying to get a size small to fit in the 2024 edition of my body. I struggled to make it happen and judging by the photos, it’s obvious this was no simple task.
My shirt size from 50 years ago is but one reminder of then versus now. Check out the plaque I won in the 1972 NYC Marathon. I placed 33rd. Feedback from friends at the time was not flattering. In Brooklynese, their response often was, “So what’s special about getting tirdy-tird place. I cudda done betta.” Of course, there were 350 runners and, in those days, everyone who ran marathons was a well-trained athlete. Today, when visitors to my home see my plaque, they are impressed thinking that I placed 33rd out of over 50,000 participants in the present-day marathon. Wishful thinking.
As I reflect further, so much has changed over the past 50 years. Races conducted for charities did not exist. You ran solely to compete rather than raise money for an organization.
Today’s technology was non-existent. When I was race director for the 1978 Olentangy Run, one of the first large races in Columbus, the finish line was in Ohio Stadium. As runners crossed the line, they were given an index card with a number written on it representing one’s place. You proceeded to a table where you wrote your name on the card and turned it in. The results were posted later in the day.
I remember running in the Boston Marathon in the year Jock Semple, the race director, grabbed Kathy Switzer at the beginning of the race and pulled her off the course because “women were not permitted to nor capable of running a marathon.”
I think about running in Central Park and often sharing thoughts with Jim Fixx who wrote The Complete Book of Running, a New York Times best seller, in which he shared the merits of this neophyte sport only to have succumbed to a heart attack during a training run.
Perhaps I may write a book one day about the early days of running and how it served as a foundation for the walking movement. Maybe, just maybe.
Healthfully,
Phil Heit Executive Editor
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Ray LaVoie
Note: Keep an eye out for virtual options for these events!
Fri., Sept. 6
Broadway Legends presented by the New Albany Symphony Orchestra
7:30-9:30 p.m.
Charleen & Charles Hinson Amphitheater, 170 E. Dublin Granville Rd. www.newalbanysymphony.com
Fri.-Sun., Sept. 6-8
Oktoberfest Meiler Vier
Friday: 5 p.m.-midnight
Saturday: Noon-midnight
Sunday: Noon-8 p.m.
Ohio Expo Center, 717 E. 17th Ave., Columbus www.columbusoktoberfest.com
Sat., Sept. 7
Strike Up the Band presented by the New Albany Symphony Orchestra
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Jeanne B. McCoy Community Center for the Arts, 100 E. Dublin Granville Rd. www.newalbanysymphony.com
Fri., Sept. 13
Andy Grammer – Greater Than: A One Man Show
8 p.m.
Jeanne B. McCoy Community Center for the Arts, 100 E. Dublin Granville Rd. www.mccoycenter.org
Sun., Sept. 15 DogFest
1-4 p.m.
Canine Companions North Central Region Training Center, 7480 New Albany Condit Rd. www.canine.org
Fri., Sept. 20
The Challenge Music Festival
5-11 p.m.
A&F Co. Global Home Office, 7906 Central College Rd. www.anfchallenge.org
Submit Your Event
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Sat., Sept. 21
Sun., Sept. 15
New Albany Walking Classic®
8 a.m.-1 p.m., Market Square www.newalbanywalkingclassic.com
Artist Opening Reception for David Hunt and Joe Anastasi - Moments in Time 5-8 p.m.
Hayley Gallery, 260 Market St. www.localohioart.com
Fri.-Sat., Sept. 27- 28
Oktoberfest, presented by the City of New Albany and the New Albany Chamber of Commerce
Friday: 5-11 p.m.
Saturday: Noon-11 p.m.
Market Street near 175 W. Main St. www.newalbanychamber.com
Sat., Sept. 28
Get Your Rear in Gear - Columbus 5K Run/Walk
8 a.m.
Creekside Plaza, 117 Mill St., Gahanna www.donate.coloncancercoalition.org
Sun., Sept. 29
Justin Roberts and the Not Ready for Naptime Players presented by the New Albany Community Foundation 2-4:30 p.m.
Charleen & Charles Hinson Amphitheater, 170 E. Dublin Granville Rd. www.newalbanyfoundation.org
Fri., Oct. 4
Joshua Bell with Pianist Peter Dugan
8 p.m.
Jeanne B. McCoy Community Center for the Arts, 100 E. Dublin Granville Rd. www.mccoycenter.org
Sat., Oct. 5
Blue Ribbon Run
9 a.m.
Victory Park, 100 Lockville Rd., Pickerington www.runsignup.com
America Ferrera
Photo courtesy of James DeCamp
Thurs., Oct. 10
An Evening with America Ferrera presented by the New Albany Community Foundation
Jeanne B. McCoy Community Center for the Arts, 100 E. Dublin Granville Rd. www.newalbanyfoundation.org
Sat., Oct. 19
Fall Festival
Noon-4 p.m.
The Dawes Arboretum, 7770 Jacksontown Rd., Newark www.dawesarb.org
Sat., Oct. 19
Artist Opening Reception for Kate Morgan and Brenden Spivey - Layered 5-8 p.m.
Hayley Gallery, 260 Market St. www.localohioart.com
Sun., Oct. 20
Nationwide Children’s Hospital Columbus Marathon
North Bank Park, 311 W. Long St., Columbus www.columbusmarathon.com
Sun., Oct. 20
Candlelight Concert presented by the New Albany Symphony Orchestra
7 p.m.
New Albany United Methodist Church, 20 3rd St. www.newalbanysymphony.com
Sat., Oct. 26
New Albany Diwali Celebration presented by the City of New Albany
3-8 p.m.
New Albany www.newalbanyohio.org
Thurs., Oct. 31
Trick or Treat
6-8 p.m.
New Albany www.newalbanyohio.org
New Albany Walking Club meets Sundays at 7:30 a.m. inside the Philip Heit Center. www.newalbanywalkingclub.com
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By Amber Phipps personalities
A Walk A Day
Couple stays fit year-round for the Walking Classic
Everett Gallagher and Rebecca “Becky” Slayman-Gallagher have participated in the New Albany Walking Classic® for 20 consecutive years, with the only exceptions being the year the race was canceled due to rain and the virtual walk held during the COVID-19 pandemic.
“We didn’t realize it had gotten canceled until we drove up, it was like 6:25 in the morning and I said to my wife, ‘We got really good parking this year,’” says Everett. “I opened up my phone and started going through emails and there was an email, because of the rain it was canceled.”
While they always look forward to the Walking Classic, the Gallagher’s don’t just get active once a year – they work to maintain an active and healthy lifestyle all year round in New Albany.
Meet cute
Everett and Becky met through friends when they both worked at Price Waterhouse in Washington D.C. Their paths crossed in the early 90s during the week she was looking for another job while he was at the office. They married a few years later in 1999.
The Gallaghers originally came to New Albany for jobs. Everett was recruited by Abercrombie and Becky by Big Lots. Becky worked for Big Lots for 23 years before retiring in 2023.
“I’ve spent the past 15 plus years at Abercrombie and retired in April,” says Everett.
Now, they’ve been living together in New Albany for 25 years and have no plans to move anytime soon.
Getting involved
Everett and Becky fell in love with New Albany instantly. As devoted community members, the couple works closely with various committees and organizations throughout both New Albany and Columbus.
Everett served on the original Joint Economic Development Committee and
Save the Date
The 20th Annual New Albany Walking Classic® is on Sept. 15 with both 5k and 10k distance options for people of all fitness levels.
the original New Albany Parks Commission and was recently on the Board of Zoning Appeals and the McCoy Center for the Arts Board, until his term ended in December.
He’s currently serving on the Community Improvement Corporation, the New Albany East Community Authority and the New Albany Community Foundation Board.
Becky currently volunteers at the New Albany Community Foundation as well. As a lover of the arts, she is closely involved with BalletMet in Columbus.
Everett and Becky are involved with their community as a way to make it a better place. To Everett, if there’s an opportunity to make a difference then it’s worth the time, commitment and effort.
“You want to give back, you want to shape things,” Everett says. “It’s where you live, you want it to be a great place. You have the opportunity that if you get involved you can make a difference.”
Staying active
The Gallaghers have made it a goal to get outside and walk every single day no matter the weather. Everett specifically tries to reach 10,000 steps every day and has maintained that goal over the span of four years, missing only one day due to illness.
Staying active has been an important aspect of their lifestyle which is why they’ve attended the New Albany Walking Classic® every year.
“We walk around the park, we walk around the neighborhoods, so we’ve got different loops depending upon what it is we want to do,” says Everett. “There’s a path near our house, we call it a little short loop that’s about 25 minutes.
The two walk around town with their rescue dog Alexa. As a member of the family, Alexa has been an important part of their life, and they enjoy strolling through the neighborhood with her by their side.
“We knew when we got her that she was Maltese and Toy Poodle but when I
Becky Slayman-Gallagher (left) and Everett Gallagher love getting involved with the New Albany community by serving on several organizational boards.
Photo courtesy of Everett Gallagher and Becky Slayman-Gallagher
had her DNA tested, she’s 38% Maltese, 23% Chihuahua which explains a lot because she likes to bark,” says Everett. “She’s 22% Toy Poodle, 9% Pekinese which explains her teeth and then 8% Portuguese something or other.”
In addition to walking with Alexa, Everett has recently discovered his enjoyment for swimming. And, since retiring, Everett and Becky visit their nearby fitness center to workout in their free time.
The Gallaghers appreciate the scenic walking paths throughout the town. New Albany has plenty of beautiful paths that make getting outside and going for a walk accessible any time of year.
“We have no plans to leave, we’re not going to Florida, and we like the changing of the seasons,” says Everett. “You know, you go out and it’s cold out but at least you know you’re alive right?”
Amber Phipps is a contributing writer at CityScene Media Group. Feedback welcome at aphipps@ cityscenemediagroup.com.
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Everett and Becky love to walk around the community and can frequently be seen with their rescue dog, Alexa, by their side.
Photo
Ray LaVoie
By Maisie Fitzmaurice
Beyond a Beating Heart
Using wearable technology to measure health and fitness
Monitoring heart rate is essential to estimating one’s health and fitness levels and it’s easier than ever to purchase a device that tracks it for you – no more losing your place while mentally counting beats.
Dr. Kanny Grewald, a cardiologist at Riverside Methodist Hospital and a New Albany resident, says the heart rate monitors currently on the market are considered to be generally accurate with their measurements. This is one of the reasons why heart rate is used so often when estimating fitness levels; it can be measured easily and accurately.
There are more than 250 heart-monitoring products on sale through Amazon alone. Some models strap across your chest while others come in the form of fitness bands and watches. Many of these devices come with additional technological features such as Bluetooth capabilities, alarms and GPS tracking.
Deep breaths
Heart rate isn’t the only factor in measuring fitness, another important measurement is VO2 max which indicates the maximum amount of oxygen your body can take in during exercise.
These measurements are usually recorded in a medical lab using a breathing tube and facemask. While there are fitness devices that claim to accurately measure VO2 max, not everyone is convinced.
“The technology devices will give you an estimate, but it’s not super accurate,” Grewald says. “I would say with technology, though, the nice thing is that you can notice trends and you can notice changes. So even if that VO2 max isn’t completely accurate… it’s still going to increase as you’re improving.”
While not as widely available, newer models of fitness tech also measure oxygen saturation levels in the blood (SpO2).
The two measurements go hand-inhand – if your lungs can’t take in much oxygen when you breathe resulting in a low VO2 max, your body will have less
Dr. Kanny Grewald
oxygen to distribute into the blood leading to a low SpO2. High levels of these measurements could be an indication of good anaerobic health as your body has an abundance of available oxygen to keep you moving.
These measurements are particularly helpful for those who suffer from breathing challenges such as asthma. For most people, these measurements are only used to track fitness levels and aren’t a cause for
concern, but in severe cases, if your body isn’t absorbing oxygen into your blood, you could suffer from hypoxia.
Sleep strong
Often overlooked in our busy lives, sleep is a health and fitness factor essential to becoming your healthiest self.
Another advantage of using tracking devices such as smartwatches is that many of them track your rest overnight and into the morning.
Some fitness products that measure your sleep include the popular Apple Watches and Fitbit devices. Not only will these devices track sleep, they also categorize your sleep in levels to see how much deep rest you are getting each night. This can help you create a sleep hygiene plan for optimal sleep.
“This (device) is telling me that my quality of sleep was poor. You can look back and say, ‘Well, what did I do that night? Did I stay up later than I should have? Did I eat something different? Did I have a glass of wine at dinner?’ and you can make adjustments to that so that you’re getting good quality sleep,” Amy Harrison, an athletic trainer with OhioHealth and leader of the OhioHealth Runner’s Clinic, says. “So it’s just good for being able to see your lifestyle habits and how they affect your health and well-being.”
Photo courtesy of OhioHealth
Burning up
Maintaining a healthy body fat percentage can be one of the more challenging factors when it comes to being fit and healthy.
To lose body fat, you’ll need to burn more calories than you eat. For this reason, many people looking to lose fat tend to track their calories and/or macro and micro nutrients.
While you will likely lose weight just by decreasing your calorie intake, the advantage of tracking your macro- and micronutrients along with your calories is that it allows you to assess whether you are getting too much or too little of a particular thing. Macronutrients include fat, protein and carbohydrates while micronutrients include vitamins, minerals and electrolytes.
There are many apps that will estimate how many calories and nutrients your body needs and track the amount of each in the food you are consuming. This includes MyFitnessPal and Noom. All you need to do is enter what you eat and any exercise you do in the app. Some apps will even connect to your wearable device via Bluetooth, Wi-Fi or cellular data and enter your exercise information for you, helping the app to determine your calorie needs.
“Your diet, when it comes to longterm weight loss, is more of a contributor than the actual exercise, but certainly a regular exercise program is important for anyone trying to lose weight and also for anyone just trying to maintain their health,” Grewald says.
New tech, same practices
Fitness bands and technology have advanced greatly in recent decades from digital pedometers to measuring blood pressure and skin temperature.
Some devices even have the ability to run electrocardiograms (ECG or EKG), which detect electrical signals in the heart that can indicate heart attacks or an irregular heartbeat.
The first fitness device to include the ECG feature was the Apple Watch Series 4. After FDA clearance, these heart-health lifesavers hit the U.S. market, helping wearers to recognize elusive heart defects at a younger age.
The Apple Watch Series 9, which was released last September, boasts its
ECG feature and how it could help to diagnose atrial fibrillation (AFib) which is a potentially dangerous irregular heart beat condition that causes complications such as heart attacks, strokes, blood clots and more.
While it is convenient to get an ECG wherever you are, it is always best to consult a doctor if you have any concerns about your heart health.
“EKG tracing for an electrocardiogram and the accuracy for those types of things is a little bit more uncertain from one device to the next, but they are definitely improving the technology,” Grewald says.
While relying on Apple Watches, Fitbits and Garmin devices can be alluring, Grewald says the best way to check your health and fitness levels is to listen to your body.
“I don’t want someone to think that it’s mandatory that you have to use technology to participate in some type of a fitness program,” he says. “I think paying attention to how your body feels is just as important as anything you can measure with a device or tracker.”
Maisie Fitzmaurice is an editor at CityScene Media Group. Feedback welcome at mfitzmaurice@ cityscenemediagroup.com.
Andy Grammer
Two Decades
of Strides
As the New Albany Walking Classic® celebrates 20 years of bringing people together, there are many thanks to give and memories to look back on. The greatest joy is to see so many people coming together and how much the Walk has grown these past two decades.
Photos by Ray LaVoie, Gwendolyn Z. Photography and Wes Kroninger
Ready, Set, Go! Easy steps for healthy competition
By Mariah Muhammad
Training for athletic competitions can be both rewarding and challenging for athletes with foot pain and injuries heading up the list of challenges that significantly hinder performance and progress.
With the 20th New Albany Walking Classic® in September quickly followed by the Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s Columbus Marathon in October, it’s more important than ever for walkers and runners to maintain their health.
Both annual events have had thousands of participants, all celebrating health and wellness.
Dr. Brian Tscholl, an orthopedic surgeon at Orthopedic One, is no stranger to long races, having consistently run for more than 25 years.
According to Tscholl, some athletes who train for 5k and 10k events are
prone to overuse injuries. Stress fractures, Achilles issues and plantar fasciitis are among the most common foot injuries encountered, as athletes tend to push their bodies beyond their accustomed limits.
The length of training programs varies depending on the competition distance and the individual’s fitness level. Programs can range from 8-12 weeks for a 5k to 16-20 weeks for a marathon. However, it is important to note that these programs assume a certain level of base fitness.
As most athletes know, normal muscle soreness is expected after a run. However, Tscholl says it should improve after a day of rest or an easy run.
“Normal muscle soreness is something that you should still be able to walk through and should disappear within a day or so,” he says. “The ones that are problematic are the ones of a sudden on-
set of pain, like if you took a step and suddenly there was a snap or a crack. You know right away. If it’s not better within a week, that’s when you should start talking to someone.”
One of the ways athletes can injure themselves is running on a rough surface. It is better to seek out softer surfaces like smooth trails or tracks to minimize the impact on the feet. In the Columbus area, some metro parks offer excellent trail options.
“Blacktop and concrete sidewalks are probably the worst, especially because they tend to have quite a curve for draining rainwater, so you’re never quite at a nice flat surface,” Tscholl says. “Most people, just for ease, go out their front door and onto the streets and on the sidewalks. Those individuals really need a good shoe for that.”
In addition to exercising on smooth surfaces, there are several other actions Tscholl deems vital to preventing injuries.
“I’d say nutrition is underrated in terms of its importance, especially when you’re running; you’re constantly impacting your foot,” Orthopedic One orthopedic surgeon Dr. Brian Tscholl says.
While stretching before a run or walk can be done, Tscholl emphasizes that post-activity stretching is more important. Repetitive motions put stress on muscles, making it essential to stretch afterward to prevent injuries and maintain flexibility.
“Stretching is underutilized,” he says. “Everyone that comes in with a running (or walking) injury tends to be tight and stretching is extremely important to prevent injuries. Spending five minutes after you’ve completed your run to conduct some stretching when your muscles are still warm can be extremely helpful.”
Also, using the wrong or worn-down shoes can be detrimental for an athlete in training. Ensuring that shoes are replaced between 300-500 miles or when they show signs of wear is essential. Alternating between two pairs of shoes or finding a similar shoe from a different brand can also be beneficial.
“Often running shoes are good for about 300 miles, but much of that is eaten up by day-to-day walking,” Tscholl says.
In combination with stretching and appropriate shoes, proper nutrition plays an underrated role in foot health and injury prevention. Tscholl stresses that athletes constantly stress their bones, requiring the appropriate building blocks such as amino acids, calcium and vitamin D for bone remodeling and growth. Ensuring an adequate intake of these nutrients is essential, especially for longer training sessions.
“I’d say nutrition is underrated in terms of its importance, especially when you’re running; you’re constantly impacting your foot,” he says. “You’re constantly stressing your bone, asking your bone to remodel and put down new bone in an area that’s being stressed.
“Vitamin D, for example, we depend on sunshine for that, and for a couple of months a year in Columbus, we don’t get so much sunshine. Therefore, a lot of folks become vitamin D deficient, then, as a result, are prone to injuries like stress fractures,” Tscholl says. “If you’re simply going to be out doing a 30 or 45-minute run (or walk), it’s probably not that important. But once you get into the hour or hour plus of activity, that sort becomes more important.”
When athletes do experience foot pain during training, resting can be a simple solution. Incorporating off days into training schedules is crucial for al-
lowing the body to recover and prevent overuse injuries.
“I find rest extremely important,” he says. “With the idea of needing to (exercise) seven days a week, there needs to be off days built into that. You need to have some days where you don’t run. Rest can mean stopping running, or instead of stopping your training, you can do lifting, swimming, biking or something similar as long as that is pain-free.”
Mariah Muhammad is a contributing writer at CityScene Media Group. Feedback welcome at feedback@ cityscenemediagroup.com.
Head to Toe
The latest athletic gear
By Ava Huelskamp
Whether you’ve been getting your cardio on for years or you’re fairly new to the practice, having the right gear can make or break your exercise experience, and there are plenty of clothing and gear options to help you to feel comfortable while you’re getting fit.
Sport-ready sun protection
We all love a fashionable pair of sunglasses, but you might want to ditch the Kate Spades when going for a run. There are plenty of eye protection options, such as the Vogel SL sunglasses from REI, that are specifically made with physical activity in mind.
Not only do they often offer better coverage, athletic sunglasses also tend to have unique features, such as lightweight design and rubber ear pads, that can help keep the glasses in place while you move.
Looking for a little extra sun protection for your head?
Check out the Lightweight Cap from On. Voted as one of the Best Running Hats by Runner’s World, this head covering has fast-drying fabric with great ventilation that will keep your head dry and safe from sun beams.
Compact carrying
No one wants to get their workout in while trying to hold their keys, phone and wallet. For those who don’t want to carry a bulky backpack, running belts such as the Pacesetter Run Belt from Athleta could be the perfect solution.
With enough space to hold those items you need to have on you, these belts tend to be slimmer and not weigh you down. Many include adjustable straps and reflective features for late-night or early-morning exercises.
Weather the elements
warm in the winter and cool in the summer, you still need to be careful not to overheat or expose yourself to sunburn.
For aerobic activity fabric that is great no matter the weather, REI recommends either merino wool or nylon. Merino wool helps regulate temperature, so it’s optimal for any type of weather. Nylon is quick-drying and moisture-wicking, so it’s perfect for those sweaty summer days.
Both of these fabrics are also good for socks, to prevent blisters or cold feet in the winter.
If the shoe fits
Some cardio buffs would argue shoes are the most important part of exercise gear, since foot support can impact how the rest of the body feels.
With high-impact activities such as running, feet and joints absorb most of the stress, making a good pair of shoes one of the best protections against joint pain and injury.
So how do you pick the right pair when there is no onesize-fits-all? With options to fit various foot shapes, arches and support levels, going to stores allows you to try on and see all the options to get the most accurate measure of what type of shoe is best for you.
Some companies, such as Fleet Feet, have the ability to scan feet through a digital fit id®, a digital outfitting process. The scan uses 3D footscanning technology to measure 12 data points that create a 3D image of your foot. Based on these scans, you can get fitted with a shoe that is best for your foot.
You’re most likely not hitting the trail wearing jeans, so what’s the best fabric option? While you might want to stay
Ava Huelskamp is a contributing writer at CityScene Media Group. Feedback welcome at feedback@cityscenemediagroup.com.
Drink and Dash
Sporty sips to power your workout
By Maisie Fitzmaurice
Walking down the beverage aisle you are greeted by a plethora of sports drinks, many adorned with bright colors, that appear to pop off the shelf.
The first sports drink developed in the U.S. came from the University of Florida in 1965. The university’s physicians developed what would later be known as Gatorade, to help replenish the electrolytes and carbohydrates football players lose while sweating in the hot sun.
“Some athletes are more at risk for losing electrolytes,” Amy Harris, athletic trainer and leader of the Runner’s Clinic at OhioHealth, says. “We have some athletes who are salty sweaters and they’ll see that after they work out, they may have kind of sandpaper-feeling skin, where their skin is rough from all that sodium being on their skin, or they may notice that they have white marks where they sweat on their T-shirts when it dries.”
Now almost 60 years later, Gatorade is no longer the sole sports drink option at your local convenience store and carbohydrates and electrolytes aren’t the only things these drinks offer. One trend in sports drinks on the market is coconut water-based drinks. While coconut water does naturally have potassium and magnesium, two electrolytes that are important to replenish after a sweaty workout, scientists are divided over whether coconut water is truly more hydrating than H2O.
Caffeine intake
Another type of popular drink that some consume before workouts is energy drinks or drinks with high levels of caffeine. While it may seem like having more caffeinefueled energy would be beneficial to your athletic performance, that is not always the case. In fact, you could be damaging your heart.
Amy Harris
“If you have too much caffeine, that can increase heart rate and it can also cause some GI distress, so athletes want to make sure that they are being careful if they are consuming anything with caffeine in it,” Harris says. “If you have that cardiac stress of
an already increased heart rate from exercise and then you increase it more, that’s a bad thing. It just puts more strain on the heart muscle.”
If you must consume caffeine, Harris recommends consuming no more than 100 milligrams, or an average cup of coffee, before a workout. Many popular energy drinks on the market contain 200-300 milligrams of caffeine, more than double that.
“The tricky thing, with a lot of energy drinks, is some of them have higher doses, like 300 or 400 milligrams,” Harris says. “Oftentimes, even a single serving can of an energy drink will have mul-
tiple servings in it, so you really have to look at the serving sizes too, because it may be a single serving 20-ounce can, but if you look at the back, it’ll say that it’s actually four servings.”
Sugar levels
While drinks such as Gatorade and Pedialyte with electrolytes, carbohy drates and sugar may look appealing, consuming excess sugar and carbohy drates isn’t healthy. If you’re watching your weight, these nutrients could set you back, especially if you’re consum ing more than what’s recommended by a doctor.
On the flip side, if you are an endur ance athlete spending hours a day doing intense exercise, sugar-free versions of these drinks may not be the best option.
“Your long-distance runners, your tri-athletes, people who are out there for multiple hours, they really need to make sure they’re replacing (the calories),” Harris says. “People with multiple prac tices, like our football players that are doing two-a-days, they need that sugar because of their high levels of activity. If you’re just doing a 30-minute workout, you can probably go with the sugar free.”
Protein post-workout
While not based on hydration, pro tein drinks are another type of popular drink among athletes. The protein ele ment comes from a variety of sources, but most are typically animal-based in cluding eggs, casein, milk and whey. In recent years there has been a trend of plant-based protein drinks using protein sources such as soy and peas.
Protein drinks are best consumed af ter a hard workout, especially a strength workout such as lifting weights, to help repair muscles.
“Having some protein within about 90 minutes after exercise is really im portant,” Harris says. ” “It’s not so much about how much protein you have as it is that you have protein in that window because our body can soak it up and if you wait longer, then your muscles don’t have what they need to rebuild.”
Maisie Fitzmaurice is an editor at CityScene Media Group. Feedback welcome at mfitzmaurice@ cityscenemediagroup.com.
Luis Biava - Music Director
Great Artist Gala
Tunes to Train By
By CityScene Staff
After UK neurologist Roger Bannister proved the only thing stopping humans from sub-four-minute miles was themselves, perceptions about what humans are capable of changed forever.
Over the past two decades, researchers have concluded that listening to music during a workout improves performance and stamina. A study from academic journal Psychology of Sport and Exercise concluded that there is an ideal BPM pace for music to keep runners at a high temp for longer.
Psychologists found that listening to music you enjoy betters your attitude, potentially delaying fatigue by keeping your mind on the tunes.
We got the CityScene staff together to share some of our favorite songs across several genres to help prep for your workouts this summer.
Pop
Warm-Up:
Roar (2013) // Katy Perry
Walking on Sunshine (1985) // Katrina and the Waves
Mambo No. 5 (1999) // Lou Bega
During Workout:
Fireball (2014) // Pitbull (feat. John Ryan)
Brave (2013) // Sara Bareilles
Caribbean Queen (No More Love on the Run) (1984) // Billy Ocean
Can’t Hold Us (2011) // Macklemore & Ryan Lewis feat. Ray Dalton – I love the strong beat throughout this. It can really help you find a nice stride. - Rachel
Unstoppable (2008) // Santigold
Cool Down:
Before I Let Go (1981) // Maze
I’ll Be Alright Without You (1986) // Journey Bubbly (2007) // Colbie Caillat
Country
Warm-Up:
Austin (2017) // Koe Wetzel
The Night the Lights Went Out in Georgia (1990) // Reba McEntire
Ain’t No Man (2016) // The Avett Brothers
During Workout:
Open the Gate – Live (2022) // Zach Bryan
smoke & a light (2023) // Ole 60
Heads Carolina, Tails California (1996) // Jo Dee Messina
The Needle and the Spoon (1974) // Lynyrd Skynyrd
My Kinda Party (2010) // Jason Aldean
Cool Down:
Troubadour (2008) // George Strait
How Do You Like Me Now?! (1999) // Toby Keith
Fall in Love (2022) // Bailey Zimmerman
R&B, Hip- Hop, Jazz
Warm-Up:
Love on Top (2011) // Beyonce
Pon de Replay (2005) // Rihanna Me Against the World (1995) // 2Pac, Dramacydal
During Workout:
Move On Up (1971) // Curtis Mayfield
Land Of 1000 Dances (1966) // Wilson Pickett RUNITUP (2021) // Tyler The Creator feat. Teezo Touchdown
Push it to the Limit (2006) // Corbin Bleu
Ain’t Nothing Wrong With That (2006) // Robert Randolph & The Family Band
Cool Down:
Summertime (1991) // DJ Jazzy Jeff & The Fresh Prince
Got to Be Real (1978) // Cheryl Lynn Telepatía (2020) // Kali Uchis
Rock
Warm-Up:
First Light (2011) // My Morning Jacket
Play the Game Tonight (1982) // Kansas Rock and Roll Ain’t Noise Pollution (1980) // AC/DC
During Workout:
Raise Your Hands (1986) // Bon Jovi Miss You (1978) // The Rolling Stones
The Hardest Button to Button (2003) // The White Stripes Savior (2008) // Rise Against Everlong (1997) // Foo Fighters – This song is perfect for those HIIT workouts when you want to push through and then take a breather for a few seconds before you do another set. - Rachel
Cool Down:
When the Levee Breaks (1971) // Led Zeppelin
Mary Jane’s Last Dance (1993) // Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers Linger (1993) // The Cranberries
Adult Contemporary
Warm-Up:
Comeback Kid (That’s My Dog) (2011) // Brett Dennen – This song is my secret weapon to help me get through anything and it’s a great mood booster! - Maisie
Ride Like the Wind (1980) // Christopher Cross
Mrs. Robinson (1992) // The Lemonheads
During Workout:
You Know it (2017) // Colony House
Miracle Mile (2012) // Cold War Kids
My Body (2010) // Young the Giant – During a hard workout when I feel like I can’t go any farther, this song gives me a second wind. - Maisie
Fever (2014) // The Black Keys
Why I Am (2009) // Dave Matthews Band
Cool Down:
Inside Out (2014) // Spoon -- This is definitely one of those songs that makes the world seem to slow down a bit. - Maisie
Real Love Baby (2016) // Father John Misty
Babylon (1999) // David Gray
Put it in R.I.C.E.
The classic recovery method continues to improve
By Jane Dimel
For decades, the R.I.C.E. method – rest, ice, compress and elevate –has been the principal method for injury recovery.
The technique has evolved over the years, but has it been replaced by better methods?
Origins of R.I.C.E.
R.I.C.E. was predated by the shorter I.C.E. method, whose specific origins are
unknown. In fact, according to an article published to the World Journal of Clinical Cases in 2021 by Zi-Ru Wang and Guo-Xin Ni, the term seems to have been coined without scientific evidence sometime before 1978.
R.I.C.E. was developed by Dr. Gabe Mirkin and colleagues, and published in The Sports Medicine Book in 1978, adding rest to reduce inflammatory response to the injury.
The acronym has seen variations over the years, including P.R.I.C.E., which
adds protection, and P.O.L.I.C.E., which removes rest and adds optimal loading.
In 2019, a new method that removed ice entered the discussion: P.E.A.C.E. (protection, elevation, avoid anti-inflammatory drugs, compression and education) and L.O.V.E. (load, optimism, vascularization and exercise).
Traditional cold therapy has been a tried-and-true way to reduce swelling in an acute injury. Wang and Ni’s article suggests that ice is beneficial in numbing pain and reducing swelling, as it decreases the
production of the highly inflammatory molecule prostaglandin E2.
However, cold therapy can delay the natural healing process and potentially cause tissue death or permanent nerve or neuromuscular damage if not monitored properly. With this evidence, ice is now
recommended for immediate, short-term treatment for acute injuries rather than for long-term recovery.
Other recovery methods
Wang and Ni also mention a new form of therapy called hyperbaric gas-
eous cryotherapy, or neurocryostimulation. This method, developed in 1993, utilizes CO2 microcrystals at a negative temperature of 78 degrees Celsius to apply cold pressure to the injury and create the physiological response of “thermal shock,” which may promote analgesic,
anti-inflammatory, vasomotor and muscle relaxing effects.
Neurocryostimulation might quicken recovery and healing, but the evidence of this therapy is low and needs to be studied more.
An article by The Sport Journal, published in 2020, and another by Verywell Health in 2021 conclude that extended periods of rest cannot beat the benefits of pain-free movement.
Jane Dimel is a contributing writer at CityScene Media Group. Feedback welcome at feedback@ cityscenemediagroup.com.
M.I.C.E.: replaces rest with movement (stretching, etc.)
M.E.T.H.: movement, elevation, traction (a professional gently pulling on injured area) and heat (moderate heat for 30 minutes maximum)
M.O.V.E.: movement, options for rehabilitation and training, vary activity and ease back into activity For long-term
injury,
suggested by various sites:
M.E.A.T.: movement, exercise, analgesics and therapy/treatment
Movement: pain-free range of motion, light stretching
Exercise: exercises tailored to the injury to restore strength, flexibility and endurance
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Therapy/treatment: physical/ occupational/temperature therapy, dry needling, massage, cold and heat packs, neuromuscular re-education techniques
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By Cassie Kelly
Twenty Years and Counting
The New Albany Walking Classic® has led to great strides in community wellbeing
The New Albany Walking Classic® (The Walk) has been a staple in the central Ohio community for 20 years and –along with generous support from local companies and community members – was integral to the founding of Healthy
New Albany (HNA). Our community impact has expanded to include the Food Pantry, Community Garden, Farmers Market and the programs at the Philip Heit Center for Healthy New Albany. There are so many ways to get involved in this community. It’s part of what makes it such a great place to live.
The mission of Healthy New Albany goes even deeper than most see. It fosters a community spirit that values longevity, health and wellness, as well as showing other communities what is possible – The Walk is one way this mission is amplified in community.
“Sitting is the new smoking,” according to the Mayo Clinic. Our lives are getting increasingly sedentary and isolated, which is posing major health risks including heart disease, cancer, diabetes, depression and anxiety. More intense or quick solutions like dieting and intense exercise are not effective when it comes to improving overall health and longevity.
In the world’s Blue Zones – places where many people live over the age of 80 – they don’t focus on extreme measures to health. They focus on improving their environment. It’s about all the micro unconscious decisions made every day to do things in a slightly healthier way.
HNA movement programs, such as Tai Chi and Lift Like a Girl, meet people where they are on their fitness journey. Whether
Walk participants from near and far with only about a quarter of walkers living in New Albany.
Photos by James DeCamp
they are learning how to use weights for the first time or concerned about maintaining their balance and stability in older age, HNA wants everyone who take the classes to have a deeper understanding of their own health, strength and capability.
The Food Pantry doesn’t just help put food on the table, it gives people options. When they don’t have to worry about where their next meal will come from, they can instead focus on bigger goals and ideas that may change their circumstances.
Even in decisions like moving the Community Garden to Taylor Farm Park, HNA reflected on how the new garden’s location can improve wellbeing. Now, when people walk the trails, they will see the garden and think, “Maybe I can grow vegetables too.” And those who are gardening can access the trails as well.
It’s all about inspiring, cultivating and connecting those healthy ideas. But cultivation takes time and commitment. It takes a community to come together and collectively decide what is most important to them. If you want to live in a community where people live longer and spend more of that time living well, then
The Walking Classic wouldn’t be possible without the hundreds of volunteers who help before, during and after the event to welcome them into the community.
it is important to not only maintain what we have built but keep it growing.
Join us for the 20th Anniversary of The Walk on Sept. 15 by visiting www. newalbanywalkingclassic.org.
Cassie Kelly is the Marketing Manager for Healthy New Albany.
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Get to Know Your City Council
Kasey Kist
How long have you been a New Albany resident?
What’s your favorite spot here and why?
Our family has proudly called New Albany home for the past 20 years, drawn here because of the fantastic school system. It’s no surprise that one of my favorite spots in our community is the school campus itself. Both of our sons are NAPLS “lifers” so we have spent a lot of time on campus attending their soccer games and various other school events. I appreciate that the campus is centralized, and it truly feels like a small college with the beautiful architecture. A hidden treasure tucked into the campus is Swickard Woods, featuring many wooded trails. It’s our favorite dog walking spot in New Albany.
What’s one thing people don’t know about you?
totaling around 3,000 miles.) When a seat on City Council opened, Mayor Spalding encouraged me to apply. Although I wasn’t appointed initially, the application experience sparked my passion for public service. I went on to serve on the Rocky Fork Blacklick Accord, Board of Zoning Appeals, and Planning Commission before being appointed to City Council in 2018. Serving on local government boards and
I started running at age 10 and haven’t stopped since. Running has always brought me joy, and it also introduced me to my wife, Becca. When I was 12, I was running the four-mile loop at Blacklick Metro Park. Early on, I saw Becca walking with her family, so I kept running to keep passing her. Fast forward 12 miles later, and I had accomplished my longest run to date with a solid “How I Met Your Mother” story. My passion for running led me to compete at the University of Cincinnati where I ran in the 800m, the mile, 4x400m relay, served as team captain for two years, and still hold a school record. Now, I’m excited to continue to share my love for the sport as the new head coach for boys cross country at New Albany High School.
Why did you initially get involved with serving on City Council?
I got to know Mayor Spalding during our many miles together in Pelotonia, an event we've both participated in every year. (Fun fact: I’ve ridden every mile of every Pelotonia to date,
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What are you most proud of?
Our family loves the outdoors. That’s why I’m especially proud that during my time on Council, we have added two beautiful parks to our community: Rose Run Park and Taylor Farm Park. Taylor Farm Park is especially
significant because it illustrates the unique public-private collaboration in New Albany. With protecting our schools in mind, the City of New Albany was able to partner with the New Albany Company to remove 100 acres of land from the district while at the same time creating a stunning new community asset.
What is an important project you see the City working on that residents can watch for in the coming months?
I am thrilled to extend the “Emerald Necklace” across the heart of our community with the upcoming Veterans Memorial in the Village Center. Situated behind Village Hall, this new park will honor those that have served our country and provide a continuation of the Rose Run trail system with an eye on continuing the park further east in the future, enhancing our community’s green spaces even more.
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Modern Homes, Traditional Living
BIA Parade of Homes comes to New Albany
features some of the most interesting homes in and around central Ohio. The 2024 Parade highlights developers and their newest builds with more than 50 homes, condominiums and multifamily living options. Returning to the Parade is Epcon Communities with a stunning property on Ansante Drive. This condominium
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community is just down the road from Headley and Hannah Park which is perfect for spending time outdoors. The home on Asante Drive is located close to options for fitness and restaurants.
Epcon Communities offers both timeless exterior details such as stonework and bold colors along with spacious open floor plans. Each year, Epcon Communities showcases its finest homes and most up-to-date features with homes priced from $400,000-$1,000,000.
Also presenting homes in this year’s Parade is Bob Webb Homes with a property on Steeple Chase Lane and another on Haven Green Lane. Both homes are close to several parks and outdoor recreational spaces. With plenty of shopping and restaurants only minutes away, the locations allow for separation from the bustle of life while still near the heart of the community.
This is the first year that Collective Homes is participating in the Parade. The company is showcasing an apartment on Printer’s Boulevard.
An alternative to traditional apartment living, the apartments on Printer’s Boulevard have plenty of nearby amenities. Complete with an exercise room and walking paths, the apartment location makes it easy to stay active.
CityScene Media Group, publisher of Healthy New Albany Magazine, is partnering with the BIA to create the Official Event Guide for the 2024 Parade. Guides are distributed at Parade homes and a digital edition with all tour home addresses can be accessed for free at www.cityscenecolumbus.com.
Amber Phipps is a contributing writer at CityScene Media Group. Feedback welcome at aphipps@ cityscenemediagroup.com.
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A Celebration of Unity and Tradition
New Albany prepares to light up for Diwali
Diwali – or the Festival of Lights – is a dazzling display that celebrates the symbolic victory of light over darkness, knowledge over ignorance, and good over evil. It’s a time when millions around the world light up their homes and hearts in a celebration that’s as rich in tradition as it is in music and food.
So what can you expect with Diwali?
Picture diyas (oil lamps) flickering in every window, vibrant rangolis (geometric patterns) decorating each doorstep, the tantalizing scent of holiday sweets drifting through the air, and plenty of dancing. That’s Diwali. Celebrated over five days, it is one of India’s most significant holidays.
“The themes in Diwali are so universal. Good over evil, knowledge and wisdom over ignorance and hate. To cel-
Attendees at the 2023 Diwali celebration created rangoli.
Photos courtesy of City of New Albany
ebrate those concepts is something that everybody can get around,” says New Albany resident Rachita Chandak.
It’s a festival that invites everyone to come together and embrace renewal, positivity and unity, fostering a true spirit of togetherness and joy – and you can be part of it!
The City of New Albany is gearing up for its second Diwali celebration, which will take place at the Hinson Amphitheater on Saturday, Oct. 26. The event is another initiative of the IDEA Implementation Panel that was initially launched by New Albany City Council in 2020 to honor the rich cultural diversity of the city’s residents.
“When the IDEA Implementation Panel first started trying to decide which events we were going to celebrate, we went back and looked at the data to see what our community is mostly comprised of. There’s a method to the madness of event planning,” says New Albany Community Program Administrator Abbey Brooks.
New Albany’s Juneteenth celebration and this past spring’s female-focused EmpowHER event are also IDEA initiatives. Other notable community programs include the New Albany 101 events and the Community Connectors program that debuted this summer.
“With all of the events that come out of the IDEA Implementation Panel, we convene a focus group, and we ask them how we should be celebrating because they’re our local experts,” Brooks says.
In 2023, organizers invited focus group members to share their most cherished Diwali memories and traditions, elaborating on how they personally celebrate the festival. Drawing inspiration from these recollections, New Albany crafted its first-ever Diwali celebration.
One delightful outcome was the community engagement effort involving rangolis.
“Leading up to the event, we encouraged community members to create rangolis at home and share their designs on social media. The response was overwhelming, with many people posting their intricate and creative designs,” says Dr. Taru Saigal, an integral member of the Diwali focus group.
A rangoli, for those unfamiliar with the term, is a traditional Indian art form where intricate patterns are crafted on the floor using materials like colored rice, sand or flower petals. It’s as much
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about artistry as it is about welcoming good fortune.
For many residents, New Albany’s Diwali celebration has been an incredibly fulfilling experience.
“For me as a mom, having grown up in the United States, born and raised
here, but never really had Diwali, my holiday, celebrated in this way – it was overwhelmingly emotional. It felt so wonderful to have my daughters and my son seeing Diwali celebrated in our town,” says Chandak. “My daughter being in a new school, making new friends,
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it meant a lot to her because when her Diwali is being celebrated by her town, she is being celebrated, and she is feeling like she’s part of this community, and that is so very important in this day and age.”
There were so many high notes from last year’s extravaganza that it’s hard to pinpoint just one.
“The fireworks were incredible!” says Alonna Skinner, a community program specialist for the City of New Albany. “Much like Juneteenth is a celebration not only for African Americans, Diwali is a celebration not just for the Indian community. This is truly a celebration for everyone.”
Chandak echoed Skinner’s thoughts.
“New Albany is really walking the walk in terms of community. The motto I see on the signs is ‘Community Connects Us’ and I really feel they’re doing a great job of not just talking about it but actually doing it,” she says.
These sentiments capture the essence of Diwali – a festival that not only celebrates cultural diversity but inclusivity and strengthens the bonds within the community.
As New Albany prepares for its second annual Diwali celebration, the excitement is discernible with this year’s festival promising to be even bigger and brighter, uniting people from all backgrounds. So mark your calendars for Oct. 26 and get ready for a Diwali celebration that’s sure to light up more than just the night sky!
Katie Allen is a Communications and Marketing Specialist at the City of New Albany.
Families took part in arts and crafts at 2023 Diwali celebration.
Photos courtesy of City of New Albany
Fearless Ferrera
America Ferrera speaking at New Albany Community Foundation Lecture Series
By Tyler Kirkendall
Every year once the patio furniture is packed away, pumpkin spice flavors return, football is back on TV and another fall tradition comes back for in-the-know New Albany residents: The New Albany Lecture Series.
From business pioneers and celebrities to our nation’s top decision-makers, the series engages recognizable intellectuals in groundbreaking conversations. This season’s list of guests and carefully selected moderators keeps pace with past years’ impressive casts, which have included health gurus, best-selling authors, actors and a former U.S. Secretary of Defense.
Behind Betty: America Ferrera
America Ferrera has never been afraid of tackling big topics throughout her career. From the convention-breaking cult hit Ugly Betty to her famous, frustrated monologue at the end of the 2023 Barbie film, she has established herself as a prominent voice in American pop culture.
Ferrera played the titular star in four seasons of Ugly Betty between 2006 and 2010. The show is a fish-out-of-water comedy about an ambitious, yet unstylish
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young woman who works her way into a gig with a high-end fashion magazine.
After making a name for herself in Real Women Have Curves in 2002 and Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants in 2005, Ugly Betty allowed Ferrera to break out as a leading woman. Once a theater and international relations double-major at USC, Ferrera has always used her platform to discuss social issues and be politically active, which earned her a spot on Time’s 100 Most Influential People list in 2007.
She has consistently advocated for Latino voters’ rights in recent presidential elections and she has spoken out about sexual harassment and advocated for women’s rights, and she was first to speak at the 2017 Women’s March on Washington.
In 2023, Ferrera’s show-stopping monologue in Barbie struck a chord with audiences, and became a defining moment in her career. In 2024, she was named the Global Goodwill Ambassador of the International Organization for Migration, a fitting role given her family immigrated to the United States from Honduras in the 1970s. Her parents were divorced when she was 7 years old, and her father returned to Central America. They did not see him again before his death in 2010.
Mental health advocacy
Ferrera doesn’t shy away from her past when she can make an impact, which has led her to be an advocate for children’s mental health support.
In May 2023, Ferrera spoke to the Child Mind Institute about the social isolation she faced in college when she first left her family to pursue her education. She shared personal stories for the “You Got This” campaign, sharing how opening up about her issues and facing her sadness head-on helped her out of a dark place away from home.
She has addressed the impact social media has on mental health in recent interviews, and shared her thoughts on presence-of-mind and meditation as effective ways to regain control of one’s mental space during difficult times.
A fitting moderator
Mandalit del Barco, the moderator for Ferrera’s New Albany appearance, is the perfect fit for this installment of The Lecture Series.
She has worked at NPR for more than 30 years, and currently covers arts and culture.
Born in Lima, Peru, del Barco has covered a wide range of topics throughout her career, including street gangs in the U.S., El Salvador and Honduras, and disaster relief in Haiti. She mentors young journalists through NPR’s “Next
National Association of Hispanic Journalists to keep truth and a variety of perspectives in the media.
Ferrera and del Barco’s lecture will be sponsored by Sara and Rick Mershad who previously sponsored Deepak Chopra during his appearance during the 2022 lecture series.
Tyler Kirkendall is a contributing writer at CityScene Media Group. Feedback welcome at feedback@ cityscenemediagroup.com.
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By Elizabeth Cullinan, Librarian
Healthy New Albany Bookshelf Reviews
A Walk Around the Block: Stoplight Secrets, Mischievous Squirrels, Manhole Mysteries & Other Stuff You See Every Day (And Know Nothing About)
By Spike Carlsen, 2020
This book takes a different approach to encouraging walking as a mindful activity by celebrating the seemingly mundane objects and activities happening all around us when we take a walk. From understanding stoplights and bike lanes to the surprising allure of sewers and the amazing path a letter takes from mailbox to mailbox, readers will find many interesting tidbits to add a sense of adventure and wonder to their next outdoor stroll.
Pack Light: A Journey to Find Myself
By Shilletha Curtis, 2024
After losing her job and falling into a severe depression, Shilletha Curtis was looking for something meaningful in her life. She found what she was looking for by setting out to hike all 2,193 miles of the Appalachian Trail. Riddled with self-doubt, Curtis felt this adventure was beyond impossible, but the spirit of nature was calling. This memoir follows the challenges, uncertainties and, ultimately, uplifting experiences of her solo hike.
Six Walks: In the Footsteps of Henry David Thoreau
By Ben Shattuck, 2022
Walking in nature can serve as an inspiration; giving walkers time to discover themselves or gain insight into aspects of their lives. Ben Shattuck found his purpose by following in the footsteps of Henry David Thoreau. Part travel memoir and part history lesson, Shattuck chronicles the first of six journeys following the exact path Thoreau walked in 1849 along the beaches of Cape Cod.
Walk Through This: Harness the Healing Power of Nature and Travel the Road to Forgiveness
By Sara Schulting Kranz, 2020
Certified wilderness guide and life coach, Sara Schulting Kranz takes readers on a path to forgiveness and healing by connecting with nature. The author shares her firsthand experiences and provides foundational knowledge on “nature deficit disorder.” This term focuses on the negative impact spending most of our time indoors staring at screens can have on the mind, body and spirit. The author asserts that our bodies need time to explore and enjoy the outdoors.
A Walking Life: Reclaiming Our Health and Freedom – One Step at a Time
By Antonia Malchik,
2019
According to paleoanthropologists, walking upright on two legs is something that makes humans different from other species. What happens as our culture becomes a more stationary, in-a-car and technology-based world? This book explores the physical, mental and social impacts walking, or lack thereof, has on our communities.
The Art of Flaneuring: How to Wander with Intention and Discover a Better Life
By Erika Owen, 2019
Flaneuring means letting go, clearing your head and letting your feet take you where they might. The Art of Flaneuring encourages readers to take time for a leisurely stroll, with many suggestions on how to include a walk during daily activities Advice is also given on how to mentally flaneur when you are in an environment that does not allow you to walk around, such as at a desk or in an office.
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Top homes sold in New Albany
In June, New Albany home prices went up 1.3 percent, with a median selling price of $780,000. On average, homes in New Albany stay on the market for 50 days, almost twice as long as the typical 26 days last year. This June saw 23 homes sell, an increase from 19 last June.
(Data from Redfin)
All information is collected from the Franklin County Auditor’s Office.
30 Wiveliscombe
5 beds, 6 baths
$2,750,000
Sold 7/15/24
7825 Brandon Rd.
6 beds, 6 baths
$2,250,000
Sold 6/4/24
4381 Antmon Round
4 beds, 6 baths
$1,800,000
Sold 7/10/24
4519 Ackerly Farm Rd.
5 beds, 4.5 baths
$1,650,000
Sold 6/4/24
14 Edge of Woods St.
3 beds, 4.5 baths
$1,625,000
Sold 5/8/24
4023 Redford Ct.
5 beds, 5 baths
$1,599,000
Sold 7/8/24
3537 Willow Grove
5 beds, 4.5 baths
$1,350,000
Sold 6/26/24
3 Alban Mews
3 beds, 4.5 baths
$1,325,000
Sold 7/8/24
7277 New Albany Links Dr.
4 beds, 5 baths
$1,325,000
Sold 5/30/24
4016 E. Chelsea Green
5 beds, 4.5 baths
$1,300,000
Sold 6/5/24
78 Keswick Dr.
3 beds, 3.5 baths
$1,275,000
Sold 7/16/24
3670 Prestwould Close
5 beds, 5.5 baths
$1,200,000
Sold 6/10/24
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by Jake Rutter
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Brennen’s Orthopedic Practice MOST TRUSTED
“It was just an average warmup before a game. I felt my knee move out of place and I fell to the ground. I wanted to finish the season, but knew I would eventually need surgery. We were given a great plan by the team at Or thopedic ONE. They got me back on the field doing what I love. ”
-Brennen Ward, Football Standout and Orthopedic ONE patient
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