‘Common unity’: Erika Hermsen creates a space for health and fitness among women in Sweat Inspire Sisterhood
‘Common unity’: Erika Hermsen creates a space for health and fitness among women in Sweat Inspire Sisterhood

There is a kindred bond that manifests when women are in the presence of other women. At least that’s what Erika Hermsen has experienced. “I see it time and time again whenever I’m in a group of other women, or whenever I’m in the studio,” she said. “The space created becomes like a safe haven […]

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