Ericka's Blog

Reflections and conversations on life

Barre3 Experience (Fun Announcement Too!)

I had a great opportunity this week to try out Barre3 in Georgetown. I've  been meaning to get over there for a couple of months now and finally made it happen. It was my first real Barre class so I wasn't really sure what to expect. The studio was really cute -- and...

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Old Rag: 10+ Miles Strong

 What you may have missed: Best of the Web BodySmith Gym: Igniting the Fire You Can Be a Runner: No More Excuses 6 Summer Styles for the Sporty Girl After almost 8 years of living in this area, I finally conquered the "Old Rag" climb in the Shenandoah Mountains. It...

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Link Love Friday & DC Fitness Scene Announcement

Good morning Friday all -- and a truly Good Friday it is, right? I must say, I'm eternally grateful for the day that means so much for all of us. Before we get started with link love -- a few things you missed: BodySmith Gym: Igniting a Fire You Can Be a Runner: No...

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BodySmith Gym: Igniting the Fire

BodySmith -- clever name for a gym, isn't it? I like it. Sounds very hip and modern. Considering it was located near Hipster-ville, USA on 14th Street in Washington, DC -- that's no surprise. I was really excited to try out an innovative, new gym Thursday morning....

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You Can Be a Runner: No More Excuses

If you have two working legs, you can become a runner. Heck, even if you don't have two working legs, you can become a runner. It's not as scary as it sounds -- and you don't have to even think about half-marathons or marathons. You only have to get started. Trust me,...

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Summer Style For the Sporty Girl 2014

This time last year: Boston. And this: #BostonStrong: The Best & The Beautiful This time two years ago:10 Things I Would Tell My Younger Self It's rough re-stocking your closet every year. It's not that your old stuff is un-wearable, it's just that it's so "last...

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