Five Things Friday #75
I think I’m finally settling into a groove with work. I’ve taken on a couple more personal training clients, who I see early in the morning and in the evening after work. Because I get started so early, I’ve been able to keep teaching classes at Sweat, get a workout in, and have the afternoon hours to work on this blog, freelancing, and a new job opportunity (keep reading). My free time has definitely decreased, but so far I’m loving the way things are working out!
To kick off the weekend, here are some of my favorite things from this week. Make sure to leave some of yours in the comments!
1. Clever Foodies Scramble
A couple weeks ago I posted a picture on Instagram of my 90 eggs that I had gotten from Cotsco. When I asked how everyone likes to eat their eggs, one of my followers, Rachel, mentioned this product to me. Not too long after that, the company reached out and offered to help me finish off all those eggs in a deliciously creative way.
Scramble comes in three different flavors: Leafy Greens, Mediterranean, and Rancheros. It is a mixture of vegetables and herbs that you simply mix in with your eggs to make omelets, fritattas, or a quick mess of scrambled eggs like I usually do. They are all natural, non-GMO, have no preservatives, and are REALLY good. I’ve been using them in my eggs all week and I can’t believe how much just a little bit adds so much flavor.
Each container holds four servings and you can find them near where you find your eggs. For a list of retailers, check here. I’m not sponsored to write this post, they’re just legitimately good.
2. Adult Gymnastics
Gymnastics is something I did when I was younger. Since I come from a military family, we moved around a lot and after I moved to MD I never picked it back up. It’s been something that I’ve loved ever since then and every year there will come a point where I remember how much I love it and go on a frantic Google search to find somewhere that will let me do it as an adult.
I always lived in small areas and suburbs that didn’t offer any adult programs, but after I moved to Chicago I discovered that there were three (!!) places in the vicinity for me to choose from! I dropped into a class this week at Lakeshore Academy and LOVED the atmosphere. Sadly, the workout wasn’t quite what I expected and turned into more of an open gym for people to work on what they wanted. Maybe it was a result of unrealistic expectations, but I was a little disappointed. I think what I ultimately want is my own personal gymnastics coach to train me and send me to the Olympics in my 30s.
I might check out some of the other locations, although this may just be the format for adults. Next time I’ll wear a leotard and try to sneak into the kid’s class. I’m probably short enough.
3. Director of Social Media at Sweat Chicago
As if I didn’t have enough going on at the moment, I am in the process of transitioning into the role of Social Media Director at Sweat. This means that I will manage our social media accounts, blog content, and work on increasing brand awareness here in Chicago and nationwide. It’s a great opportunity and one that I’m certainly qualified for, so I’m looking forward to having more control over content in the coming month.
If you don’t have enough social media accounts to follow, feel free to follow Sweat where you can see my shining face from time to time:
4. The Paleo Cookie
I’ve been eating these Paleo Cookies all week. We sell them at my work and at several surrounding stores in the area and since I’ve fallen behind on responsibly packing snacks throughout the day, I’ve probably been eating a few too many of these. The ingredients are simple and awesome and each cookie is GF, grain-free, non-GMO, and dairy-free. BAM. I like all the flavors (chocolate chip, pumpkin, and brownie), but my favorite is still probably the brownie cookie. ALL CHOCOLATE ALL DAY.
If you don’t want to commit to the full size, they also sell a sample pack of mini versions. Also, if you’re not in the area, they ship nationwide and if you are interested in trying them out for the first time, you can order a free mini sampler for the cost of shipping (so kinda free). Check it out here.
5. Recent Press
All in the past couple and coming weeks I’ve had the opportunity to work with a number of different media outlets to share my story. The topic is usually to share what I’ve been through, with different outlets choosing a specific focus such as depression, what I’m doing now, or my entrepreneurial skills (whaa?). All of the live links have been updated on my Press & Publications page, but to check out what’s coming down the line, here’s what I’ve been working on:
- Honour Roll Heroin Addict – Imperfect Life – February 2016
- Wellness Comes from Within – Like-Minded Magazine – February 2016
- Be About Change Blog – available in a few weeks
- SHAIR Podcast – taped and available ~ April 2016
- She Did It Her Way Podcast – taping next week
- Wellness Wednesdays on AM900 CMHL (radio) – airs next Wednesday 3/2
I hope you have a great weekend and I look forward to catching up with you on Monday!
Questions:
- What’s one thing you are loving this week?
- What’s your favorite cookie flavor?
- How do you like your eggs?
So many good things going on for you! Congrats on the new gig and all the press!
Megan @ Skinny Fitalicious recently posted…Grain Free Date Nut Bars {GF, Paleo, Vegan}
Thanks Megan!
Do you ever stop? You’re making the rest of us look bad. Seriously though, congrats on everything. you’ve worked hard for it!
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Hahaha I may have to stop with a nap today
Congrats on all the press! You’ve got an incredible story and you’re so courageous and strong for sharing it. You are helping SO many people. I love it.
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Thanks girl! I’m pumped!
I’m so jealous of the gymnastics class (even if it wasn’t what you hoped for)! I was a competitive gymnast till HS and it was SUCH a big part of my life. The gym I went to as a child had an adult class I took a few years ago but I was the only “loyalist” so it was cancelled. After having a baby, I’m sure I’ve lost everything I regained.
If you start an old people Olympic hopefuls team, lemme know! 😉
And congrats on the new position at Sweat!
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Oh no I’m sure you’ve still got moves. I stopped when I was 7 and I still have everything I learned up until then!
You are such a BAMF. I’m so excited for you to dominate Sweat’s social media. And I really have to try those egg additions! I eat at least 2 a day, usually more haha. Can’t wait to see what you eat this weekend!!
Lauren @ i had a big lunch recently posted…The Rainbow Bagel: Confessions of the food-obsessed
Me too. That’s why I bought 90 haha. Those mixins are really good. Let me know if you like Mediterranean flavors and I’ve got one w your name on it
I just boought those egg mixes this past week at Publixon sale- but I have yet to try them. I love my eggs poached but when I make them at home I have to scramble them- that is the only way the hubby will eat them!
Anna-Marie @BeautyandtheBeets recently posted…Friday Favorites – Conferences, Pizza and Zoes Kitchen
I’ve never made a poached egg in my life. I don’t even know if I’ve had one!
I do something really similar with my scrambled eggs – I pre-make mix ins for a couple of days and then just mix it in for quick breakfasts. I love that a company does it for you!
Morgan @ Morgan Manages Mommyhood recently posted…Friday Favorites #42
What a good idea! Can’t believe I never thought of it!
Congrats to you Erin! Dedication pays off. Oh, my favorite cookie flavor is chocolate chip. I prefer my eggs scrambled hard. One thing I’m loving this week is I conquered my fear of deep water swimming! Actually, that’s something I will love for a long time.
Does scrambled hard mean they’re super cooked and brownish? Bc that’s how I like my eggs. ALL DAY.
So many awesome new opportunities for you! Congratulations! I just have to take break for a second to tell you that I clicked through from Instagram and want to tell you again how awesome your hair looks! OK. back to eggs, those mixes sound delicious, and adult gymnastics? Sorry it wasn’t quite what you wanted but I definitely think you can sneak into a kids class! YAY! Happy Weekend!
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Haha thank you! It always looks magical when someone else does it for you!
You are amazing. 🙂
So stoked about your new gig- Sweat are lucky to have a rockstar heading it now!
PS- I LOVED adult gymnastics classes (or over 18 with no coordination ones ha!)- I wish I was in Chicago, I’d totally join you!
Arman @ thebigmansworld recently posted…Healthy Recipes Using Greek Yogurt
You need to come visit. I will give you foods galore and cartwheels.
Direct of Social Media?!
Damn, girl, congratulations, that’s awesome!!
Ummm, those scramble thingers sound amazeballs.
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Thank you! And they are, they certainly are. Let me guess, Canada doesn’t have them?
Ahhh you are KILLIN’ it!! Congrats on the writing pieces and for SWEAT!!! Wahhoooooo
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How am I just now seeing this!? I’m so glad you liked the mixins! The med. one is my favorite. They are also delicious with hashbrowns and ground meat. Yum! 🙂
They’re amazing!
Congrats on all the wonderful things happening for you so happy for you! Keep up the awesomeness!
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Thank you Ivanna!