by Ericka | Feb 9, 2016 | Baby, Uncategorized
One of those things I didn’t understand about motherhood until I got here is the emotion that comes with leaving your kid with a babysitter or in childcare. I never knew how I would feel about it but always thought it wouldn’t be that big of a deal. I know...
by Ericka | Feb 8, 2016 | fitness, running
In 2015, I ran the least miles I have ever run since becoming a runner. I started sitting on the sidelines just about this time last year when my back issues came into play again — and then pregnancy, which of course is the best reason 🙂 Sciatica magically...
by Ericka | Feb 5, 2016 | Uncategorized
*That’s from Bob Goff’s Instagram (he’s awesome, you should follow him & read his book!) In the morning, I get Jacob up, feed him, change his diaper and set him below his mobile in crib. He immediately breaks into a huge smile. He’s rested...
by Ericka | Jan 29, 2016 | fitness, Pregnancy, Uncategorized
Let me preface this by saying the baby weight thing is NOT a big deal in my life…but it is something that’s been on my mind. I gained a little over 30 pounds during pregnancy, then swiftly lost about 15 pounds of it right after giving birth 10 weeks ago....
by Ericka | Jan 25, 2016 | fitness, run, running
For the past four years or so, I’ve done very little working out outdoors in the winter. Thanks to a love of studio classes and more so, CrossFit, I was getting in plenty of workouts indoors. The cold temps were a turn off and I almost never ventured into them...