When considering my workouts everyday I take two major things into consideration:
1) How do I feel (physically, mentally)?
2) What’s tomorrow going to be like?
Since I ran yesterday, I decided I should rest from runs today, and I felt pretty stiff in the legs when I got out of bed. I also noted that I need to work at the bakery through mid-morning on Saturday, so that’s a good day to run in the morning. I had planned on going to Body Pump at noon today, but since Saturday is a run day, I didn’t want to run tomorrow, so I’ll BP tomorrow. Follow me!? So I ended up deciding on this:
Today: Rest/stretch
Tomorrow: Body Pump
Saturday: Run
And then I rolled out of bed and onto my yoga mat! I haven’t done yoga in AGES!!!
And boy could I tell. I was SO stiff! I could barely do downdog when I first started! I tuned in to a Dave Farmar podcast and did the first 30 minutes then turned it off for some stretching and savasana at the end. Dave’s podcasts always make me sweat at least one drip!
After yoga + a shower, yogurt! Although you probably can’t see any proof there was yogurt in that bowl ; )
It was there – under gobloads of FRUIT!!
The Mix
- 1 cup Whole Foods organic low-fat plain yogurt
- 1 nectarine
- Rasp + blue
- Groovy Granola (Great Harvest made!)
- Whole flax (I love their texture)
- Ground flax (for the nutrients)
- Sunflower butter (for the amazing taste + texture!)
Time to get my bike on!!
Hillary says
I’m glad I’m not the only one who plans my workouts like that. If tomorrow is going to be a long run day, then I try to go easy on my legs the day before. If I know I want to get a series weights session in today, I’ll go easy on my muscles tomorrow. It’s all about the give and take, right??
Miranda @ Working Mom Works Out says
Sunflower butter is my next nut butter purchase. Done deal.
Beautiful breakfast bowl!
Claire @ Live and Love to Eat says
All that lovely fruit reminded me to hit the farmers market today! I plan workouts a few days in advance and shuffle things around to balance cardio, stretching, and strength.
Emily says
Same here! And FINALLY our farmer’s market starts this weekend!!
Mary (Sisters Running the Kitchen) says
yoga always feels so good after not doing it for a while! I <3 yoga.
Natalia - a side of simple says
Hmmm…. I’m thinking I could make a habit of starting off my mornings with some GH granola 😉
Hope says
Delicious looking breakfast! I am loving blueberries right now. They taste fantastic! 🙂
Julia says
Breakfast looks great! Sunflower Butter is so addicting…=)
Carie @ no dieting says
You make breakfast look so pretty!
Khushboo says
This post made me smile- I now feel normal about putting so much thought into each workout! Also have you tried making oatmeal as normal the night before and then eating it after refrigerating overnight? I have been loving it lately, especially as it’s too hot for normal oatmeal!
KathEats says
So you mean cooked normally on the stovetop and then cooled? That does sound good – does it gel too much?
khushboo says
Oh its fantastic, the oats gel up a lot so you get A LOT of volume! The night before, I make oats with 1/3 cup oatmeal, 1 cup water, 200ml soya milk, salt chias+banana. When its mid way through cooking (ie there’s still a bit of liquid remaining), I take it off the stove and refridgerate! The next mornings, the oats have swelled up A LOT and have a wonderful thick and creamy consistency!
KathEats says
Ahhh you pull them off early. Good idea!
Lauren @ What Lauren Likes says
I do the same thing too! I like it better then regular overnight oats! I will even sneak some yogurt in it then put it in the fridge overnight. YUM! http://lauren-whatlaurenlikes.blogspot.com/2011/06/adventures-with-oatmeal-likes-loves.html.
PS- Mine never seems to gel-like…but the yogurt addition could be the reason why… not sure :/
Katie says
Gobloads of fruit is exactly what I had this morning! Your bowl looks delicous. Looks like a great workout plan. I really need to get into yoga. I actually want to start doing some moves with my children this summer. Hope your bike ride was a good one and have a wonderful Great Harvest day .
BTW I was reading your post about last nights dinner and I was thinking about how to a lot of people putting together a meal like that would be too much work. Quick meals for them would be something out of a box or the freezer or takeout. My husband is gone fishing and last night the kids and I had coconut shrimp with fruit salsa, baked sweet potatoes/fries, roasted broccoli, asparagus, sweet corn and we had banana/fruit soft serve for dessert after the park. As we were enjoying our wonderful summertime meal outside and the kids were happily chowing down and thanking me for making what I did, I realized I could have fed them something much “quicker and easier”, but in reality it didn’t take me much time and effort to make the meal I made. Whew… sorry about the rambling. I just love seeing that even after a long hard day you are still able to put together a nutritious and delicious meal full of fresh foods.
Mom says
Sweet your kids thanked you, too. That sort of kindness always inspires me to do it again!
Katie says
My sweet children thank me everyday for the food I make, the places we go, the activities we do, the books we read. It does inspire me to do the things I do on a daily basis because I know how much they appreciate them. My son is 4 and my daughter is 5 so they are very honest and sincere with what they say, both good and bad LOL. Right now my son just woke up and gave me a big hug so I better go cuddle on the couch with him and read a book.
Mom says
Sweet! And daughters get good very early on at telling you the truth when you are trying on clothes in the store!
KathEats says
I think quick meals are all about the ingredients! If you don’t have good stuff on hand to morph, you’ll just stare at the fridge and pull out a frozen dinner. If you have done a little preparation and have stuff to throw together, insta dinner!
Claire says
Hmm…I seem to recall a recent post on your other daughter’s blog when she heard your voice in her head while trying on clothes!
Claire says
Appreciation and gratitude are two of the most important things children should learn at home!
Mom says
Yep, but she and Laura are a lot tougher on me. (But I usually appreciate their advice. Key word: usually!)
Katie says
My daughter actually does a really good job helping me shop for clothes and picking clothes for herself. Hopefully this continues through the preteen and teen years. I agree that appreciation and gratitude are so important for children to learn and adults need to demonstrate those values on a daily basis.
Kath, I totally agree on “insta-meals” being all about planning and having a well stocked pantry, fridge, and freezer. I love being able to use leftovers and whatever I have on hand to put together an delicious and healthy “insta-meal”. I plan on doing that in just a little while for lunch.
Holly @ The Runny Egg says
I like your thinking when it comes to your workouts — usually I’m following some training plan or program so I don’t usually need to think that much about what to do each day — I just look at my calendar.
I love all the fresh fruit in that bowl! How refreshing.
Angela (Oh She Glows) says
Gorgeous pics!
KathEats says
Thanks!
Baking 'n' Books says
I considered doing yoga myself – been ages. Instead I opted for a walk. But my joints were so stiff just doing that.
Cait @ Beyond Bananas says
I always take into consideration the workouts Ihave jsut done.. and whatis going to come in the next few days as well!
I lifted yesterday.. and was already feeling some sorness in my arms when I woke up this morning.. so I knew I would not be lifting today.
I did intervals on the treadmill and some ab work!
Tomorrow.. I will do somme strength training.. probably more focused on my legs though.. since my arms were worked yesterday!
Jenny @ Fitness Health and Food says
OH this reminds me that it’s been a long time since I’ve done a full yoga workout I”m sure my hamstrings could use it!
hoep you have a great day! 🙂
Angela @ Eat Spin Run Repeat says
I LOVE gobloads of fruit! The more, the better! Have a fabulous day Kath!
Giulia says
Those pictures make me want to have breakfast – again!
Amy Latta says
Thanks for the tip on Dave Farmar – did not consider that I could do yoga via podcast! Love it! Already signed up on iTunes.
I haven’t commented on your blog yet, but I love your photos! You always make your “real food” look so divine. I just have a regular camera and my food photos don’t look nearly as appetizing! 🙂
KathEats says
Thanks Amy!
Angie @ Musings of a Violet Monkey says
Beautiful bowl of breakfast.
I’m with you on the scheduling/varying your workouts. Great thoughts.
For instance, tomorrow I will be traveling (and running through the Atlanta airport, I’m certain – can’t seem to avoid it!), after working a half-day. So rest/stretch today – then whatever exercise I get while traveling (and working) tomorrow, and then a big walk on Saturday morning at my destination. (Where it will hopefully be COOLER!)
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Ma Fea says
“Gobloads.” My new favorite word. 😀
Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table says
I definitely schedule my workouts too. Sometimes I have to change it up based on how I feel, but having a “plan” goes a long way in keeping me on track.
Leah (The Kind Weight Watcher) says
I love your workout style! I have been working to be more of an intuitive exerciser myself. Instead of focusing on a plan and STICKING TO IT, I now decide what to do that day based on how I feel, simular to what you do. It’s been great!
Averie @ Love Veggies and Yoga says
It’s music to my ears to read that you did yoga today! YAY!!!
I hope it gets your day off to an amazing, calm, and centered start 🙂
namaste!
Catherine@happinessafterheartache says
I know just what you mean about “knowing” when you haven’t done yoga, I hadn’t done it for ages and then when I was stretching yesterday after running I couldn’t stretch as far as normal! Your breakfast looks yummy! I’m so boring at breakfast!
kate says
that bowl looks amazing seriously sunflower butter is the best thing ever
Freya (Brit Chick Runs) says
I did yoga the other day after like, a 3month break and I SO felt it the next day! It’s the best feeling 😀
Do you mix up everything in your bowl? Or eat the nut butter first?
KathEats says
I eat a little in every bite – or try!
Cait's Plate says
I did yoga last night and had yogurt this morning (though your bowl looks a million times better than mine!)
Glad the weather held up so you could bike! 🙂
Melissa @ HerGreenLife says
I was wondering if the rain held off, or if you biked in the rain . . . .
KathEats says
It was beautiful when I biked in, but the skies are looking worse. I might be biking home in the rain!
Paige(Running Around Normal) says
That’s how I plan out my workouts a lot, too. And, like you, it’s been a while since I’ve done yoga! At least two weeks, and I’m trying for once a week.
Valerie @ City|Life|Eats says
The last couple of months I have been getting into a morning yoga routine, and it is really rewarding 🙂 Love your breakfast 🙂
Gina @ Running to the Kitchen says
I do the same thing planning wise, especially if I my body doesn’t feel like it’s up to what I had originally “planned” for it that day.
Anytime I take more than a week off from stretching/yoga I go right back to old super stiff self and have to start all over!
Sarena (The Non-Dairy Queen) says
I’m trying to really get into reading the signs my body gives me. I used to do the same thing over and over and I now realize that I work better if I work with my body and not force it to do things. Your breakfast bowl looks so good. Great way to start the day!
katie @KatieDid says
I love your flexibility with workouts and how you work them into your lifestyle so much. that’s what it’s all about! I find it so hard to commit to doing yoga at home unfortunately. I do love his podcasts but I just don’t seem to have the attention capacity usually.
Susan (Oliepants) says
Your yogurt bowl looks delicious. I can definitely appreciate the gobs of fruit.
I am starting a yoga routine because I’m feeling stiff myself. Ah aging! 🙂
Estela @ Weekly Bite says
What a great breakfast! I always think yoga is one of the best ways to start a morning 🙂
Monika @ Powered by paprika says
I also do the same thing- if I am planning on a hard workout the next day I will go easier the day before, but also if I know the weather is going to be bad I’ll work around it to get an optimum workout in!
Michelle @ The Cooking Life says
I agree with what Katie said above, love your flexibility with your workouts. I have to ask myself those two questions too. I think a lot of times, people think they should be hardcore with exercise, like run every day or do the same exercise class every day, but from what I’ve learned, it’s good to switch things up and take rest days. I did a tempo run last night and plan on just lifting weights at home after work today. I know on Friday I’m going to have a long day so I’m debating whether to get up and run early (which will make me sleepy later on) or if I should just give myself some “grace” 🙂 and not run at all.
Ash @ Good Taste Healthy Me says
I am so out of yoga practice! I enjoy it so much and it’s great after doing tough workouts to really stretch out.
Rachel (tea and chocolate) says
I plan my workouts that way too. There’s no reason to force yourself to do exercise you’re not in the mood for. I think today might be a yoga day for me too.
Love all of the textures and colors in your breakfast this morning!
Victoria @ The Pursuit of Hippieness says
I’m ALWAYS sure to start my day off with at least some yoga, though I usually get about 40 minutes in… it’s such a refreshing way to start off the day, and once I got in the habit, I was amazed at how quickly my body became stronger before my eyes!
Oh, and yogurt is a daily occurence for me, too 🙂
Eliza says
My yoga mat was adopted by certain children of mine and is now less of a yoga mat and more of a lets-build-a-lego-city-on-top-of-this-thing mat. So, I’m shopping for a new one.
What sort of yoga mat do you use, and what do you like/loathe about it?
KathEats says
Mine is Auroae and I love it!!
Eliza says
Thanks — I’m reading the reviews on Amazon and it is highly reviewed. New present for me!
Kristin says
Kath, have you seen Heidi Swanson’s recipe for baked oatmeal floating around the internet? It’s one of the ones she released prior to her new book coming out (which should be this week, I think). I made it this morning, and it’s seriously fantastic: http://www.lottieanddoof.com/2011/04/baked-oatmeal/
I reduced the sugar to 1/4 cup total (half brown sugar, half maple syrup), and it was still great. I used sliced almonds, strawberries, blackberries, and blueberries. Alongside a scoop of plain greek yogurt, this was the best breakfast we’ve had in a while.
…but yours looks seriously awesome, might have to copy 😉
KathEats says
🙂 I haven’t done that in SO LONG!
Susan Mc says
Oh I got her book at the library and made the baked oatmeal first! I was awesome, my kidlets loved it!
Kelsey says
I used to go to yoga 2-3 times a week in a hot studio, and now that I don’t have the money to go that often my body definitely misses it! Going to have to try a podcast soon – maybe I’ll even bring it outside and do some naturally hot yoga :).
Ashley @ the fit academic says
I love yoga, but I’ve never done any podcasts before – I always go to a studio. But I keep hearing bloggers talk about them. Do they really keep your attention (that’s my problem)? And do you really feel like you’re getting something from it?
KathEats says
It’s definitely not as good as a studio, but what I like about Dave is that it’s a real class, not just a boring podcast.
Maria @ Beautiful Busy Bee says
Oh my goodness your yogurt!! Sometimes I mix things in with my yogurt but that’ll be like a tiny bit of chocolate chips or berries.
Nic says
My breakfast was almost the same (every day at work)! 🙂
Yogurt with a nectarine, blueberries, strawberries and nuts! 🙂
And I AM in dire need for some stretching!
Amy Kaye says
I had to get some nectarines at the store too! When I walked by, I could literally smell their deliciousness… so I promptly turned around and picked some up 🙂 YEAH summer fruit!
Ashley @ Coffee Cake and Cardio says
First off— I LOOOOVE your couch and chairs. They are SO cute!! Second— your breakfast was so colorful. I need to add more color to each of my meals.
Tori (Fresh Fruition) says
Toppings are the best part! Sometimes I wonder why I even have anything under my toppings, HAHA!
Liv @ The Salty n' Sweet says
Beautiful yogurt bowl! Lately, my exercise schedule is definitely planned around the weather. The rain has been so random and sporadic, so it’s perfect for doing yoga/strength during those gross days.
Keelie says
I’m definitely a workout planner- it’s like a puzzle!
Breakfast looks DELISH! 🙂
Annette @ EnjoyYourHealthyLife says
I always plan my workouts the night before! And I love yogurt and fruit together!
Teniesha @ Vegan on the Go-Go says
It’s amazing how, even after a couple days of skipping Yoga practices, my body can really tell a difference! But oh, then, it is reminded how WONDERFUL those asanas feel!
Your breakfasts are always so beautiful, too. <3
Angel7 says
Great energy food in a bowl!
http://faithfulsolutions.blogspot.com/
Kristen says
can you recommend any specific ones from Dave Farmer? I am overwhelmed by the options!
kaila @ healthy helper! says
Sounds like a perfect morning!
Sarah says
I like that you plan your workouts like that. It’s always good to give your body rest days when you need them. Saturday’s run will feel so great I bet.
Gina (Yogattude) says
I love your workout rationale! I’m a studio junkie, but every now and then I love a home practice. A few times I’ve just went with a flow on my own and it was so much fun! I have a yoga playlist of fast and slow songs that I put on shuffle and I flow to which ever song comes up!
Namaste Gurl says
What a fun yogurt bowl- lots of different textures, colors and chews! 🙂
I love doing a 20- minute yoga download upon waking up- makes me feel great and ready to start the day! 🙂
Christine (The Raw Project) says
Interesting workout views, listening to your body and resting when needed. That’s something I tend to ignore which can lead to me being over-tired by the end of the week.
Beautiful breakfast pics.
birdie to be says
This bowl looks amazing! Right up my alley 🙂
lynn @ the actor's diet says
oh yoga. i can’t believe once upon a time i did it 4x a week, sometimes 2 classes a day!!! i do miss it…
Abby says
What a cool, refreshing breakfast! I need to find some good nectarines!
Justeen @ Blissful Baking says
I wish I was disciplined enough to do yoga by myself! I go to a yoga class at my gym (the instructor is AWESOME), but when I don’t have time to make it to the gym, I wish I could just do a short yoga session at home but I usually get bored or distracted 🙂 haha maybe I just need more practice!
Heather @ Health, Happiness, and Hope says
Dave Farmar is THE reason I became a yoga teacher… love his podcasts!!! Glad you were able to get some mat time in this morning. 🙂
That yogurt mix sounds amazing too! Love all the textures and colors!
Camille says
Your berries and granola look amazing! Glad you got your yoga on today- next time you’re in Baltimore come take one of my classes at Charm City!
Meg says
I saw this comment (I’m catching up on posts) and had to give a shout out from a fellow baltimorean and charm city yoga member!
Kristen @ Change of Pace says
Your breakfasts are always pretty but this mornings is especially pretty!
Emily @ Savory and Savage says
I plan ahead with workouts too the only exception would be yoga. Since you can modify your practice for whatever you need – a strong, sweat dripping workout or a peaceful, restoring workout – I don’t consider it the same as running or weights.
Mary @ Bites and Bliss says
It’s amazing how much better I always feel after yoga! Even if it’s just a quick session. A few days not stretching seriously leave me sooo stiff.
Grace @ Healthy Dreaming says
Breakfast looks delicious! I love the furniture in your living room. I just bought a few peaches today that smelled fantastic!
Nicole, RD says
I want your furniture and your oats! 🙂
Meg says
This post totally motivated me today. I was sitting on the couch putting off my at home abs and arms workout when I read it. Got me off my tush and onto my mat almost immediately. This is why I read blogs. Thanks Kath!
Anna says
Ooh, thanks for the podcast- what a great idea for yoga at home!
Also, I mainly came to let you know that I saw your face in an add for OpenSky on weather.com. It pleasantly surprised me! You’re famous! Haha 🙂
Melissa @ Journey to Marvelous says
Looks like a yummy breakfast! I love mixing tons of tastes and textures together too.
Molly @ RDexposed says
I love your black and white furniture! I now schedule my workouts around how badly my knee hurts. I have my 70 year old pts that their knees hurt, too. Glad I’m not alone!
Sophie says
Great job on doing yoga at home, Kath. I just went to a vinyasa class last night for the same reason — too much running lately, not enough stretching! I work and have 3 kids and when it stays light late (like June and July), I can run outside after my hubby gets home. So that is what I’ve been doing.
I digress — I was SO stiff after not doing it for a month. It was awesome. I wish I could focus to do at home sessions, but with 3 kids there is no zen at home for yoga whatsoever! In any case, doesn’t it make you feel great to do it?!!
And I am going to a Dave Farmar weekend workshop in Rhode Island this summer!! (I live in a boston suburb). I love his style b/c I love doing yoga but I am not into super seriousness during the practice, if that makes sense…
courtney says
A late congrats on the bakery! So happy for you and Matt!
jenna k says
this post and everyone’s comments just made me so excited. i’ve never done yoga before, but i’m taking my first class tomorrow morning. i’m so looking forward to what it can do for my body and mind.
cayla says
THIS LOOKS AMAZING as always…but do you find that the sun butter overwhelms the berries’ taste at all? Definitely would also try some dark chocolate chips too, with the berries!
KathEats says
Not at all!! I love sun butter on everything!!
Hannah says
Such a colourful, colorful breakfast! Well done you for listening to your body 🙂
Christine @ Burning It Off says
I go through the exact same thought process when I plan my workouts. I used to be so sore after Body Pump that I’d always make the next day a rest day but over the past couple of months it hasn’t been as much of a problem.
Kevie says
Kath,
I want to try Dave Farmar’s podcast. I have never subscribed/downloaded to podcasts before, and I just can’t figure out how subscribe on iTunes. Everything is shaded so I can’t click on it/access it 🙁 I know you’re no Apple help support, but I was just wondering if I am missing something…?? Thanks for the rec and help, if you can 🙂
KathEats says
I think you have to have iTunes installed on your computer and you can download them through that. Do you have iTunes?
Kevie says
Yes, I checked and have the most updated version
Kevie says
I figured it out! Apparently I set very strict parental restrictions for myself 🙂
Marina says
OMG, thank you so much! I’ve been trying to figure out why I can’t get Podcasts for AGES!!!