Have you ever wanted to do something for yourself, but thought you didn’t have the time?
Do you constantly put taking care of yourself LAST on your to-do list (and never actually get around to the bottom of the list)?
What if you didn’t? What if you commited to ONLY 30 days?
Here are 7 things I learned from commiting to 30 days of yoga… for me.
Read MoreGet a better booty in 31 days. Join us in a fun NEW REAR challenge as we leave 2020 behind us and deem 2021 the Year of the Rear! Modifications and variations are included for ALL fitness levels beginner to advanced!
Read MoreKryptonite Foods- we've all got them. You know what I’m talking about, right? Those food items that you can't stop eating. You can't control yourself around them, no matter how hard you try. Moderation? Forget about it. These foods sap every ounce of willpower you have, leaving you weak and helpless. Powerless. Just like superman.
I also call these foods Dalmatian Foods.
Read MoreWhen I actually stop and think about it, I am beyond overwhelmed. My breath hitches, a lump forms in my throat, and my eyes start to do that watering thing (I’m not crying, you’re crying).
You. Are. Amazing.
Thank you. Thank you, thank you for being so amazing and patient as The FRICKin Good Life transitions, changes, and grows. It is always my goal to be as transparent and honest with you through the process, which is why I’ve shared my struggles as well as my excitement about all the changes that are taking place.
I am so glad that you have decided to come along on the journey. I’m humbled at the same time that you are willing to go through the rocky parts with me. Your support and encouragement has given me the reassurance that these changes are good and healthy and I’m reenergized and inspired all over again to continue the work I’ve been doing. I know that as we change our lives to become better, healthier, and happier, it can’t help but rub off on people we interact with.
Read MoreThe kids are out of school, the weather is beautiful and that weekly happy hour is now more enticing that it’s out on a patio. Baseball season is in full swing (and while I love my Cardinals, there are ALWAYS games, which can lead to “reasons” to get out of your normal schedule) as is vacation season, and music/movies/outdoor theatre picnic season!
And I LOVE IT!
However, as wonderful as the summer can be, if you’re not careful your wellbeing and waistline can suffer.
Read MoreExperienced traveler. Your GO-TO place for motivation, accountability, balanced life tips, and, well... the FRICKin Good Life with Erin Frick: Fit Life Coach; recovering perfectionist, people pleaser and clearance rack shopper.
Last month, I made a life changing decision.
I bought a second laundry basket.
“Really Erin? Life changing?”
Yes.
“Tell me more…”
Does the idea of “starting over” make you want to quit before you even begin? I get it. I’ve been there. I am there.
I’ve definitely had my shares of physical (and fitness) ups and downs. In fact, for the first almost 30 years of my life I was on a health roller-coaster. I would make progress over and over again only to backslide every time, often to a worse situation than I was in before I “started” (again).
My Mom is obsessed with ALDI.
My sister’s finance is obsessed with ALDI.
I have clients that are obsessed with ALDI.
In fact… a LOT of people are obsessed with ALDI. I find that the middle ground is murky when it comes to ALDI. People either love it, or they (think) think they hate it.
So what do I buy at ALDI? Let’s get into it…
Hangry toddlers are the worst.
Okay, so are hangry husbands… and sisters, and… well, I’m sure teens and tweens aren’t much better. But as of this point in my life, most of my day to day experience is dealing with the toddler and husband situation.
Which is why it’s not just nice but critical to have quick, easy, healthy, filling, and satisfying meals and snacks on hand. And these banana almond butter muffins deliver in all of those areas.
Halloween candy. Ugh.
Truth is, I don’t even like it. Maybe it’s because I have re-trained my taste buds to enjoy better quality food or maybe it’s because I know what’s in the candy and how it impacts my body (headaches & breakouts anyone?).
But there it sat, staring at me.
I knew it wasn't worth it. Sure, I love peanut butter and chocolate together. So Reese’s are a temptation. But truth is, the dark chocolate peanut butter cups from Trader Joe’s and Justin‘s peanut butter cups are better than Reese’s.
I said what I said.