So tell me… how is that progress coming along? Did you stop and take inventory of where you are to begin like we talked about two weeks ago? Or did you think,
“Yeah Erin, that’s a great idea,” then finish going through your emails and promptly go on with your day?
If that was you, you’re not alone
In fact, the reason I’m writing this to you now is because that’s the exact pattern I slip into if I’m not careful.
Read MoreAre you sick of all the gym, meal plan, and weight loss advertisements yet? Are you ready to throw your (too many) resolutions at the window? Are you overwhelmed from the overstimulation of the holidays and the “excitement” of a new year?
If so, you’re not alone.
To be completely honest, “New Year, New You” is one of my least favorite phrases (it comes right behind “Get your Body Back after pregnancy”).
Read MoreHere we are again at the closing of a year. How are you feeling?
Do you feel excited about the year to come? Anxious or stressed about what you didn’t accomplish this year? A bit nervous or hesitant (because let’s be honest, these last couple years haven’t exactly gone as planned)?
Do you feel nothing? (Cue music from A Chorus Line)
First off, I want you to know that whatever you feel is okay. You may be a big “New Year’s Resolutions” person, or you might not. Or, you may be somewhere in between. Wherever you land- as long as it’s right for you, it’s right.
Read MoreLet’s be honest- I’m all about taking progress pictures. That being said, I’ve always hated 30 day “Before and after picture” competitions. Cough, excuse me, challenges. But that’s what it is, right? A competition.
I’ve always been frustrated with 30 day photo challenges because while we see two pictures side by side, what we don’t see is the whole picture. We see the before picture, the after picture, and read a short snippet how life has miraculously changed in 30 days… but what about the rest of the story?
Read MoreOver the years I’ve noticed a pattern emerging with my one on one that I never could have seen coming. In fact, when I first noticed it, I thought it was a fluke. But year after year, my emerging theory has been proving more and more true.
The people who stuck with their goals started in February.
It’s never “too late” to get started. Don’t let the calendar tell you when you are allowed to start working towards yoru goals. Every day is the perfect day to get started.
Read MoreHave 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 MoreWhat if I told you that you could change your life in less than 10 minutes a week? Would you believe me? Probably not.
But guess what, I can. And I know I can, because I do it ALL THE TIME!
Seriously.
And the best part about it is that not only does it take less than 10 minutes, but it doesn’t take a lot of work either. All you need is a pen, a notepad, and at least 10 minutes of quiet to reflect.
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.