On the keto diet, weight loss and training for a triathlon
Hi, my name is Erika. I’m 30 years old. I’m the fittest I’ve been in years, and dude, that feels amazing. Here’s what’s written in between the lines: it wasn’t always like that. I’ve always been an active person. More than the average Joe or Ginette. But somehow it wasn’t really reflected in my physique. I definitely looked strong, but not fit. And this something that has always been bothering me. “Big Body” One of my most painful memories is being given the nickname of [...]
SALTY IN FAR WAY INDONESIA // Part 1 ~ The Getting There
Every cult has its mecca, that one place fanatics dream of experiencing with their own living soul. Surfing is no exception: Indonesia it is. In the last decade Indo has easily become the promised land for surfers and non-surfers alike, rapidly gaining popularity as one [...]
SALTY IN FAR AWAY INDONESIA // Part 2 ~ Life à la Robinson Crusoe
If you missed it, read: Part 1- The Getting There THE HABITATION We had settled into a modest land camp at the southern tip of the island. Six ocean front rooms with flower pattern mosquitos nets, a disproportionally spacious bathroom with a tiny sink, a shower [...]
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SALTY IN FAR AWAY INDONESIA // Part 3 – Surfing on Razor Blades
If you haven't read them yet, first read Part 1 and Part 2. Beyond the stormy boat ride and the wild pig BBQ, the real point to coming all the way here was obviously to surf impeccable waves. But we would be lying if we [...]
How to Hydrate
Drink more water. We all know we should, but most of us don’t. The algorithm depends on many variables for just how much water each of us needs such as exercise intensity, the climate of where we live in, diet etc. Very roughly speaking the [...]
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In honor of Mother Earth, we must ask ourselves: how can we clean up our eating habits for the planet? How can we support a harmonious ecosystem, a natural food system that provides so much for us and asks for nothing in return? The direction [...]
5 Reasons Why You Should Go on an All Girls Surf and Yoga Trip in Ecuador
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My Journey with Anxiety and Depression in Pregnancy
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How to Support Your Immune System
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Grab and Go Snack Ideas
When we are h-angry we are likely to reach for whatever is quick and easy, which doesn’t always equate to the healthiest snacks. Keeping grab-and-go options around and in-mind will curb this misstep and both our bodies and those around us will be grateful. In [...]