Posts by Erin
What’s in Erin’s Pantry?
February 3, 2012 by Erin
Jenn made the joke that baring our pantries could read totally differently with the omission of one letter. I’ll admit that sending photos of my pantry to a nutritionist did feel slightly like I was going pantless and showing off my... Continue reading...
Can We Stop Talking Clothing Size Already?
January 31, 2012 by Erin
We’ve long preached that health, fitness and happiness shouldn’t be determined by the number on the scale. In fact, it’s kind of the FBG philosophy to step on that scale no more than once a week, using it as a gauge for... Continue reading...
8 Tips for Talking About Weight With Children
This post on the topic of talking about weight with kids was part of our first Active Kids Week on Fit Bottomed Mamas. For all of the special content, click here! All parents want happy, healthy kids. But with childhood obesity at high... Continue reading...
Being in Pain Sucks. The End.
January 24, 2012 by Erin
I’ve been lucky so far to have never really had an injury, workout-induced or otherwise. Sure, I’ve had the occasional shin splint that went away with rest. And I fell and hurt my wrist while cheerleading in high school. And... Continue reading...
A Week Without (Much) Sugar: What I Learned From My Sugar Detox
January 17, 2012 by Erin
I’ve always had a pretty solid grip on my sweet tooth. After all, when you don’t deprive yourself of foods you like, it’s easier to splurge here and there and resist overindulging. So I don’t know if it’s the... Continue reading...
Got 20 Minutes? Try to Finish This Workout!
If your New Year’s goals have already slipped, here’s a quick workout to ramp you up again! Sara Haley (who previously shared her top belly-blasting moves with us), Global Reebok Master Trainer and creator of the upcoming Daily... Continue reading...
Chipotle, Now With Brown Rice!
January 10, 2012 by Erin
A few things fuel my obsession with Chipotle. 1) It tastes delicious. 2) It’s quick, cheap, and you get real meat and vegetables. 3) The company actually cares about where its food comes from. And 4) It tastes freaking delicious. We’ve... Continue reading...
Erin’s Goals for 2012: A Fitness Revamp and (Small) Sugar Strike for 2012
January 6, 2012 by Erin
I shared my goals for 2012 over at Fit Bottomed Mamas earlier this week, but tweaked them over here to share with you guys as well. (I assumed you guys don’t care as much about plans for childbirth as other moms and moms-to-be might…and... Continue reading...
Zumba Toning: A Latin-Infused Strength and Sweat Session
January 3, 2012 by Erin
Jenn and I have long been fans of Zumba, even if our hips refuse to cooperate with the beats. But I recently checked out a Zumba class that didn’t make me feel completely dance illiterate: Zumba Toning! My sister-in-law, who should... Continue reading...
Review and Giveaway: The Perfect Harmony of Breathing
December 31, 2011 by Erin
We’ve dipped our toes into the meditation waters a few times around these parts, so I was excited when Breathe: The Perfect Harmony of Breathing landed in my mailbox. Who doesn’t need to take a moment (or 20) to herself every... Continue reading...
