Ericka's Blog
Reflections and conversations on life
MCM: 21 Mile Countdown
First of all, thank you. So many of you wrote so many nice, encouraging comments on my last post. It is SO great getting that support and part of why I keep blogging. This community has been such a blessing! Good news! Yesterday, I ran 21 miles and my legs aren't a...
It’s Called a PR for a Reason!
So I've got to get real with you about my marathon thoughts. I've probably done this before but bear with me mmmk?While I was reading "Mile Markers" I couldn't help but cringe a little every time the author mentioned her times.1:35 1/2 marathon? 3:36 full marathon? I...
Mile Markers: A Review
I've been on a running books streak lately. The more I read about running, the more passionate I feel about it. I relate to the writers and feel inspired to work harder.When I picked up "Mile Markers" by Kristin Armstrong (ex-wife of Lance) and Runners World...
Politics: How Much is Too Much?
*Forgive the text-filled post. It's election season, it happens :)It's election season and you feel like unfriending some of your friends on Facebook -- and you know why. But social media is the easy outlet for every whine and moan or praise and defense ordinary...
Workout At Lunch: How to Crush 7 Miles (Or Less)
OUTFIT: Mizuno shoes and socks, Saucony shorts, Reebok top, UnderArmour sports bra, Sweaty Bands headband. I've now written a post on running 20 miles before work and running home from work so...I guess it's time for my post about running during lunch. I've tried...
Run: Light the Way 5k
I was really excited about this race because it was at Nationals Stadium. One, that made it easy to get to and two, what a cool place to do a race!The Light the Way 5k was a race to benefit the blind -- which is awesome because one of our most dedicated Back on My...