Ericka's Blog

Reflections and conversations on life

Orange Theory is Worth the Money

*This post is NOT sponsored, I just wanted to tell ya about my new fave! Orange Theory is worth they money and I'll tell you why. I've been planning to rave about Orange Theory for awhile now but finally getting down to it. When I first heard of Orange Theory a few...

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How To Curb Carb Cravings

Curb carb cravings. Sounds like something most women probably struggle with. I know this sounds like an article of any any random women's magazine, but it's something I recently discovered and wanted to share. As you may know, I recently spent a month counting macros...

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Losing 130 Pounds: Anne’s Inspiring Journey

Every year in People Magazine, they do a special on a dozen or so people who have lost over 100 pounds. I'm not People, but I do know someone who matches that description -- and I'm proud to tell you about her today! Anne Vilchuck is one of my best friends from high...

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What Happened When I Started Counting Macros

I haven't counted calories, fat grams or anything in years. I am vaguely aware of how much fat/calories most food has in it but have never tracked it or gotten bogged down in numbers, mostly due to my history with eating disorders. However, I have long been fully...

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Playing Catch Up on All the Things (February 2017)

Hey everyone -- I write to you from a blizzard in New York City. Whaaaa? Yes, I'm here for work -- my longest work trip away from Jacob ever -- and now it looks like I may have to stay an extra day. I hope not but my flight tonight at 7:30pm is currently in limbo. I...

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The CrossFit Open: Get Really Uncomfortable

You can exercise out of drudgery and necessity -- or you can get excited about fitness and love your action of choice. When someone talks about hating to exercise, I don't relate. And that's partially because I don't have to dread staring at a TV screen on a treadmill...

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