My poor bike had to be left at the Y – his tire is totally flat!
It was fine when I arrived at the Y (thank goodness it didn’t go flat while I was on it – that happened to me in high school and I wiped out!). I went in and did 45 minutes on the Squirrelliptical and did some hard-core pull-ups, dips and jumping lunges before I went back outside. I noticed a strange crunching and discovered the tire. I realized I’d have to walk the 2.2. miles back home, so I left it there and hit the road.
2.2 isn’t that far, but I was tired, hot and getting hungry! The sun was super bright too. And I had my tote bag with me. A little ways in I realized it would go faster if I ran, so I ran about 2 miles with my tote bag on my shoulder. It wasn’t fun!
FINALLY home and red in the face, I took a cold shower, put on my tube top and came down to cool off in the fan before making lunch.
I planned this lunch on my run home –
Minty Tofu Cantaloupe Soup
I LOVE bubbles and foam in blended things –
Blend together:
- 2 cups roughly chopped canteloupe (use 1.5 cup for smaller pieces)
- 1/2 block silken light tofu
- 1/3 cup milk of your choice
- Squirt honey
- 6 mint leaves
- Big handful ice
Eat as soup or smoothie!
On the side I had a piece of Flax Oat Bran with Laughing Cow and jam
It was so filling and refreshing. High in volume, but not in calories, so I’ll probably have an earlier snack in a bit.
We’ve been working hard on SUMMIT stuff!! Sorry it’s taking a while to announce, but we have to have all of our ducks in line first.
We’re going out with friends for free appetizers and drinks at a restaurant tonight who is having a patio party. Then coming back home for dinner.
See ya then!
april says
Aw I’m sorry about your bike! Your lunch is such an interesting combo!
Lucy says
I try to park far away when going to the mall or library or bike if I can…anything for a little extra exercise!
Christina says
Sorry about your bike, a 2.2 mile walk sounds kind of nice though, as long as it wasn’t raining like it is here!
Gillian says
bike problems are sans fun 🙁 i never enjoy encountering one!
JENNA says
Your lunch looks very cool for a hot day!
can’t wait to hear blog summit info! 🙂
have a great time eating free appetizers! woot woot!
Recipes for Creativity says
Oh boy, good luck fixing the flat! Good thing the gym’s not too far away.
sue says
haha love the fan/tube top pic! i love walking around, but when you’re ready to just be home the shortest distances can feel so long!
Moran (The Running Addict) says
Ohh such a bummer about the bikes!
Help Meghan Run says
Wow yummy! 🙂 I really love smoothies and nice, cold things in the summer. In fact, I have a green smoothie in mind for pretty soon…
HelpMeghanRun.com
Sarah says
Yikes, sorry about your bike! That lunch looks great though. Hope you have a good night 🙂
Kristie says
Too bad about the bike tire! Running with a bag on your shoulder is the worst, all that bumping gets a little painful! Haha.
It sure led you to think up a creative lunch though! Super summery.
Enjoy the patio night, free food is always good with me 🙂
Victoria says
Ugh. Sounds pretty miserable. Glad you’ve cooled off.
Dayna says
Kath –
Just wanted to let you know that I was watching Current TV and saw a segment on there featuring you and your blog! I was so excited and made my hubby come in and watch it with me. Thanks for representing for all of the foodie blogers in this world…it’s nice to see that food blogs are getting more recognition! Keep up the awesome work, I love your blog!
Dayna (HopefulRunner)
Meghan@traveleatlove says
I love that your weather is nice enough to eat outside. Send some up North!
brandi says
what a great idea for a soup!
Betsy says
That soup sounds interesting… I’m not one for foam, but I see it all the time on Top Chef. Can’t wait to hear about the Summit!
Stacey says
Can’t wait to hear more!!
Yay for free drinks 🙂
Melissa @ For the Love of Health says
oh man! flat tire! boo!
Great looking summer lunch! so good!!
If you get a sec Kath, check out my giveaway 🙂
Have a good afternoon!
Whitney says
Ugh, flats are no fun. It was hot and foggy this morning too!
Danielle says
That soup sounds absolutely delicious! Definitely something I have to try!
Megan (The Runner's Kitchen) says
I ran for a mile or so with my big purse last weekend (as I was trying to spectate a triathlon). It threw me off balance! I might need a smoothie-soup for dinner tonight. I’m going to hot yoga at 6pm!
Rachel (Rachel's Work Bites) says
I like your Smoothie/Soup idea! How inventive!
Elizabeth says
I’m also glad you weren’t riding when the flat happened – ouch!!
I’m liking the laughing cow & jam idea… and I have those things in the fridge too… hmmmm….
😉
Jenn (www. j3nn.net ) says
Love the fruity soup!
Jenn
Sheila | Live Well 360° says
Long time no chat!
I knew you would love Naturally More. My mission here is done. Another addict created. 🙂 Kidding… but not.
Take care!
Sheila
Natalie says
Laughing cow and jam is a great combo! I’m addicted to laughing cow 🙂
Jessica says
I am wearing the white version of that top today! It is super comfy. I realized that it can actually double as a skirt too. Maybe not the most stylish, but very comfy. I kind of want to buy a second one so I can wear two at once 😉
Jenn Eats Nutritiously Now says
The LC and jam on the bread looks so GOOD!
Linda says
Sorry about the flat. But Yea for You! for having the energy and endurance to run home with a tote in tow.
I just started eating Laughing Cow again after seeing it appear in many of the food blogs. Didn’t realize that there’s only 50 calories per wedge, and one goes along way. Very tasty as well.
Kristen says
I love the fan pic and the lunch looks really good. Laughing cow…where do I start, I confess to making sure I get every last bit off of the foil. 😉
Vince says
You make eating healthy food look so good! I come here for inspiration when I’m feeling the urge to chuck it all and eat junk.
The laughing cow and jam looks really good. Adds to grocery list. I was able to find Liquid Egg Whites. I made Banana Oatmeal Pancakes this morning. They were so good!
Anne K. says
Aw, that’s no fun about your bike! At least you made it home, but how annoying. On the other hand, your cantaloupe soup looks incredible! What a great idea 😀
Vanessa (Last Night's Leftovers) says
That sucks about your bike! Your soup looks awesome 😀
Heather @ Health, Happiness, and Hope says
OMG that soup looks delicious! Definitely a great way to cool down after your workout. Sorry to hear about the bike tire though. I’m just glad you weren’t hurt!
Two ?’s for you:
1 – Do you think it’s important to drink organic cow’s milk as opposed to conventional cow’s milk? Which do you choose?
2 – When you add the Amazing Grass packets to your smoothies, do you add the packet, or only part of it?
caloriesdonthavefangs says
I can’t wait to hear more about the SUMMIT; I heard a little about it on Caitlin’s blog earlier. You are all such amazing women!
Lydia says
Do you take take supplements like B complex, since you don’t eat that much animal protein?
Have you ever tried spinning as a form of cardio?
Kath says
Dayna
How cool!
Sheila | Live Well 360°
Welcome back!
Jessica ,
I also wondered if it might be a skirt…
Heather @ Health, Happiness, and Hope,
I do choose organic dairy, but if the store brand says “hormone and antibiotic free” I sometimes choose that. Since organic milk isn’t that much more expensive than regular, I think it’s important to support the industry. I think the differential is greater in meat and produce, so it’s harder for me to choose it because it’s so much more expensive.
Whole packet!!
Lydia ,
No because I eat a balanced diet with dairy and meat frequently enough.
Yes. I just don’t care for it in the summer because of the dark windowless room.
Kath
Faith says
That cantelope soup looks really refreshing on a hot day!
Mara @ What's for Dinner? says
BUMMER about the flat tire!!! I don’t know what I’d do in that situation… probably cry and call a cab! HA!
In other news… you and your readers can win a HUGE jar of virgin coconut oil on my blog until Sunday! Check it out! (sorry, i know, shameless plug! Thanks Kath!)
Lynn (The Actors Diet) says
That soup looks delish – I bet it would be cute served outa a scooped out melon, too….
Caroline says
As a fan of anything blended, that soup has my name all over it!