Ericka's Blog

Reflections and conversations on life

2014 CrossFit Games: Whopper of a First Day

*This post is sponsored by Fitfluential, LLC on behalf of Reebok. Yesterday was Day #1 (for me) of the 2014 CrossFit Games in Carson, California. It was every bit as awesome and amazing as last year -- and then some. To begin, I'm staying at a gorgeous resort called...

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The CrossFit Games 2014 Cheat Sheet

Today, I'm heading to the 2014 Reebok CrossFit Games in Carson, California as a part of Media for Reebok for the event. I am  beyond pumped and so excited to cover the Games in as much detail, twitter, photography, instagramming, etc. that I can. For those that can't...

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#redGift: Thank Your Rock Project

*The winner of the Mizuno running shoes revealed here. I've had a lot of opportunities lately to spotlight people in my life who love and support me -- and who I love and support back! I feel like the most fortunate girl in the world and truly have an amazing family...

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NASM Personal Training, Winners Revealed & Fun Announcements

Happy Monday all! I know, Mondays are hard but you can do it and then you are one step closer to the weekend 🙂 First thing's first. The winner of the three month supply of Emergen-C is @Jenwim: *Email me at ericka.andersen@gmail.com to claim your prize, Jenny!...

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Running at Sunrise is My Favorite (Mizuno GIVE-AWAY)

What you've missed: Life Was at the Edge of My Comfort Zone, Just Like They Say 305 Fitness: New Favorite Workout Class Emergen-C Rocks My Socks Learning to Breathe Fire: The Rise of CrossFit and the Primal Future of Fitness All spring and summer, the path to my...

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Life Was at the Edge of My Comfort Zone, Just Like They Say

Perhaps you've heard the quote, "Life begins at the edge of your comfort zone"? This has rung true many times in my life but one time in particular stands apart. I had recently graduated from college and was living in my hometown working as a waitress. I had no idea...

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