Ericka's Blog

Reflections and conversations on life

Carry On, Warrior (A Review)

I didn't know what I was reading when I bought "Carry on, Warrior" by Glennon Melton. I vaguely remembered hearing her name somewhere but did not realize she was the author behind the wildly popular blog, Momastery, until I was a few chapters in.Wow. I was really...

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Crossfit Regionals: Mid-Atlantic Style

I met first place finisher Christie Phillips at Reebok Headquarters last year. She is very sweet!So it was a packed weekend for me. I came home from NYC on Saturday and then got to go to the Crossfit Mid-Atlantic Regionals on Sunday!Chriss and Andrea -- the owners of...

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Fitness Friends in NYC

I've been in New York City this weekend -- always a fun time to have! I took the train up to NYC on Friday afternoon and got there in time for a fun fitness blogger meetup!Danny and Bex put together the Sweaty Betties & Bex Life Meetup and I'm always jealous of...

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#DoMore24: Run & Give With a Purpose

With the team after a 10k last yearIf you read this blog, there's a good chance you a) like running and/or b) like helping others. So listen up!My favorite charity, Back on My Feet, is doing a giving campaign right now. Before you click away, I'd ask you watch at...

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How I Ate What I Wanted & Lost Weight On Vacation!

Yeah, it's true. Not a lot but...I did. But...how? I mean, I went to an all-inclusive resort so I had as much food and drink at my fingertips as I wanted. Years ago, this would have spelled disaster for me.But here it was...I told myself I was NOT stressing about food...

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Nux: Workout in Comfort (PLUS Pull-Up Video)

Do ya like the feel of stretchy fabric that glides over your hips and thighs and fits love a glove? Then you would love these new clothes I got the chance to try out this weekend.It's workout apparel from a nifty company called Nux -- and  the first thing I love...

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