Ericka's Blog
Reflections and conversations on life
Ultramarathoner? Me?
I've been saying it since I read "Born to Run." I kind of wanted to do an ultra. Then, I read Scott Jurek's "Eat and Run" -- and wanted to even more. But...then I change my mind. And then I change it back.I happened to be browsing local races in coming months --...
StubHub + The Black Keys = Sweet
When it comes to concerts, there are really two things you need: tickets and a great band. Ahh, then I found a perfect match in Stub Hub -- the world's largest online ticket marketplace -- and The Black Keys, one of the greatest bands ever, in my opinion :)They have...
YurBuds: Run #BeyondTheWall
YurBuds: Scroll down for my review on YurBuds!Run: 14 milesFelt: AWESOME!I love a beautiful weekend and boy, we had one. You know how it started for me -- taper time! Yes, my weekends have revolved around LR's lately (long runs for you new kids 🙂 Truthfully, I...
The Long Run: A Review
Remember that running books kick I talked about? Yep, still going -- and I already have another book to tell you about.This one will get you good."The Long Run" by Matt Long is entertaining and inspiring -- a great read all the way through written in a very personal,...
Zumba: How I Lost 50 Pounds Through Zumba!
Hey YOU! Thanks for reaching this page 🙂 The story about Zumba is below, so keep scrolling, but FIRST: While I wrote this post awhile back, my newest venture is a PODCAST for women called "Worth Your Time." Please consider subscribing or checking it out wherever you...
Breast Cancer Awareness: Cancer Sucks.
Me, Grandpa, Grandma (when she was sick one of the recent times), LindseyBreast Cancer Awareness: As you know, October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month. As much as I get irritated by the 20-page sections in every women's magazine covering the issue, I know it's...