We braved the elements this morning on a biking adventure. Kanz and I brought our bikes from home, and Matt came with us on Karen’s rented bike.
We biked all over the island for about an hour. There are so many nooks and crannies to explore!
When we returned we decided to stretch out with some power yoga with Dave Farmar – a 60 minute vinyasa podcast. We found the upper hallway of the inn to be the perfect studio spot.
Matt checked out after about 40 minutes, but Kanz and I held strong – literally! I love Dave’s style.
Then it was lunchtime!
I made a salad with mixed greens, carrots, tomatoes, leftover brussels sprouts. I drizzled it with Annie’s Balsamic dressing, which is probably the first bottled balsamic dressing I have ever liked (I am VERY picky about bottled salad dressings)
Plus a half sandwich – turkey, cheddar , tomatoes and jalapenos that Matt made me
And ripe pears
And a bite of Christmas cookie for dessert
[Sorry my photos were so dark – not sure why we ate without the lights on!]
READING TIME!
Karla says
Your bike ride sounds so pleasant! And your salad looks fantastic!
Adrienne says
Kath, I love your blog typically, but where are your helmets?
Kath says
Guilty as charged. We always wear them in Charlotte, but there is not a soul here on the island (and no cars – only golf carts). Yes, I realize we could still fall off, but we were going leisurely and there aren’t hills, so we took a chance.
theemptynutjar says
Nice pics as usual Jealous of your bike ride, Kath! Have a lovely day 🙂
Jordan @ Salt Sweat Sugar says
I lurrrrve those white plates. I think food just looks SO elegant on white dinnerware.
Whit says
Just munching on some ripe pears myself, so it was seemly to comment. I do like the tallness of your foldable bike. It’s so cute.
Emily Eats and Exercises says
I can’t believe you only had one bite of Christmas cookie! Very impressive.
The bike ride looks fabulous.
Allison K says
I always giggle when I see fold up bikes like that!
Allie (Live Laugh Eat) says
Your biking adventure reminds me of my summer on Hilton Head Island. I was actually gonna say I like the lighting of your lunch photos!
megan says
i’m so jealous of your bike ride! Makes me wish it wasn’t snowy and icy here. Good job on the half a cookie. I always try to tell myself not to eat any cookies until after dinner. sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn’t 🙂
bobbi says
I love how you are being so active on your VACAY!!!!
Jenna says
Lunch looks delish!
Jessica @ How Sweet It Is says
What a relaxing gorgeous trip!!
Heather @ The Joyful Kitchen says
How fun! I’d love to ride my bike around to explore an island! The salad looks great…Annie’s has a great shitaake mushroom salad dressing too!
Christie @ Honoring Health says
Dave Farmar is a certified Baptiste Power Yoga teacher so you would probably like Baron Baptiste as well. I’m not sure if there are any certified Baptiste teachers in Charlotte but that might be worth looking into.
Erin says
Biking is a great way to explore — I love visiting new cities and renting a bike for the day. 🙂 When I move permanently back to the US, buying a bike is a priority.
Estela @ Weekly Bite says
What beautiful biking scenery! Wish I was there!
Jen @ ButterSword says
What a great article you wrote on Gather! Just reading about doing good things made me feel good!
Thanks Kath!
Victoria says
You and your family seem so lovely, and it’s great to see you making the most of the Christmas holidays. I honestly consider you as such an inspiration in all aspects of life; you’re a beautiful, intelligent and fit young woman and I hope one day I too can be like that. I’m also a huge fan of exercise like yourself, but I’ve had the misfortune of battling an eating disorder since I was 16 (I’m now 21), and part of my illness is over-exercising without adequately fueling my body. However, I’m always constantly inspired and encouraged after reading your blog posts, you seem to remind me that exercise is for enjoyment not punishment, and that I can only achieve great results if I fuel my body properly. So thankyou for being you, you are wonderful. xxx
caryn says
I agree! You’re such an inspiration! Thank you! 🙂
Kath says
Thank you so much Victoria. Your comment means the world to me.
Christy says
Isn’t biking so fun?! I love it, especially on such a pretty day 😀
lynn @ the actors diet says
isn’t eating in darkness supposed to slow you down? did you find that that happened?
Kath says
I’ve heard that, but I sped up because I was the last to sit down!
Anne Marie@New Weigh of Life says
Looks like you are having a great time!
K says
You’re biking adventure makes me want to pull mine out of storage – I don’t think biking in snow is a good idea though 😉
Naomi(onefitfoodie) says
beautiful scenery!
the sandwich looks perfect…i am not a fan of bottled salad dressings either! I do like Annies balsamic though 🙂
Shannon (The Daily Balance) says
awesome bike ride! And I applaud you for sticking to just a BITE of cooke- i could never!
Leanne says
Lunch looks delicious! Just wondering- does everyone have breakfast and lunch together or is it a settle-it-yourself thing?
Kath says
Breakfast is continental and we usually eat together around 8:30 or 9. For lunch we brought a bunch of lunch materials and eat together too.
Emily says
So great that you got the boys to do yoga with you. I wonder if I could get my brother to do yoga with me?!
Kailey says
roasted brussels sprouts always make the best topping for salads 😀 yum
Jenn (www. j3nn.net ) says
That salad looks soooo goood!
Jenn
Heather @ Health, Happiness, and Hope says
I totally agree that Dave has the best podcasts! I never get bored or check the time, even doing his 2 hour sessions!
Cynthia (It All Changes) says
Finding a place to do yoga in a hotel is always the hardest part. But looks like you had a good studio for after your ride.
Ali@ Food, Fitness, Fashion says
Looks like a really fun day!!!!
Madeline @ greensandjeans says
I am so jealous of your amazing vacation! Reading, biking, good food, good company… Pretty perfect in my book!
Carolyn says
I wish I was still on vacation. 😉
Jennifer says
Have you tried Newman’s Own Balsamic Vinaigrette? It’s my favorite. I don’t really like Annie’s that much though so maybe you wouldn’t like it. Jealous of your bike ride. Our bikes were stolen a couple months ago. 🙁
Jenny says
Biking sounds really nice! And I love y’all’s “yoga studio” 😉
Tanya says
I am so in awe that your family is all into the healthy eating and healthy living. I love following your photo journal – you certainly are gifted.
I know it isn’t about numbers (ie calories), but I am wondering if you could share your stats on approx. how many calories you consume and the general proportion of macronutrients (fat, carb, protein).
Thanks.
Keep up the inspiring work!
Kath says
Tanya,
I really have no idea how many calories I eat while on vacation or what my percentages are becase I don’t track calories in any kind of program. You can find more about my eating style on the Kath and Q+A pages.
Tanya says
Kath, I didn’t mean just while on vacation – I meant always – but perhaps it is better not to track anyhow. That is likely more “normal.”
By the way, SUPER job on your run (incredible) and my oh my you are creative in the kitchen! 🙂