by Ericka | Apr 23, 2015 | Uncategorized
Over the last few years compression clothing has been growing in popularity for a wide ranges of uses. Although mostly compression clothing is seen being used by athletes and people who exercise, it has also been useful in treating some medical conditions as well....
by Ericka | Apr 20, 2015 | food
I was so excited this weekend to try out a new healthy restaurant in the area! I was invited by Native Foods Cafe for a complimentary meal — but let me tell you, it’s worth every penny to eat here. With four locations in the DC-area, I have no excuse not...
by Ericka | Apr 17, 2015 | Uncategorized
*This is a guest post from veteran marathon runner, Jennifer Schubert-Akin. When I found out this will be her 21st Boston Marathon — and that she’s run MULTIPLE 100-milers, including Leadville & Western States — I was beyond inspired. Jennifer...
by Ericka | Apr 17, 2015 | fitness, food
I’ve said it for years — I get hangry — especially when I’ve been lifting weights like a champ. You know, that irritating feeling of being hungry to the point that everything anyone says or does bothers you. Until you feed that grumbling tummy,...
by Ericka | Apr 16, 2015 | fitness
This past weekend, I had a fantastic opportunity for a free yoga class on the National Mall during the Cherry Blossom Festival. The day was GORGEOUS — couldn’t have been more perfect for yoga on the green! The event was put on by Buick and GM and they...
by Ericka | Apr 15, 2015 | Uncategorized
I don’t know about you, but I kind of hate it when politicians talk about “women’s issues” as if women care only about those, stereotypical, pre-selected items. Sure, we all have passionate beliefs about abortion, birth control and equality...
by Ericka | Apr 14, 2015 | fitness
In order to broaden their horizons, it is the goal of every good parent to introduce their children to as many positive things as possible. We, as parents and from being kids at one point, know that the more opportunities that are presented to us that we can excel at,...
by Ericka | Apr 7, 2015 | fitness, running
Ever have those rare moments when you have a great idea — or a million — all at once? It’s always so exhilarating but hard to re-create that when you need it most. You’ve heard it from me before…the best way to find your inspiration is to...
by Ericka | Apr 5, 2015 | fitness
I’m pretty sure I have never gone this long without blogging! I guess you could say I jumped into my new job with both feet and have all of my energy focused there. But I miss blogging! I wanted to check in with you and let you know what I’ve been up to....
by Ericka | Mar 24, 2015 | food
Drinking tea. I’ve never ever ever been a tea person. I walk briskly past the eager employees hold trays of exotic tea samples at Teavana in the mall. And trust me, I’m not one to turn down a sample. Whole Foods on a Saturday? Let’s feast. Anyway, I...
