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You are here: Home / Weekend / Join The Navy [Beans]

August 31, 2010

Join The Navy [Beans]

A wee bit late, but I FINALLY made a running page!! You can find it on the KERF Favorites tab and it contains all of my race recaps (not that I’ve run that many!) as well as a whole spiel of information on my half marathon training like hydration, fueling, mile reports and my Camelbak. I realllly want to run another half….but…you know what I’m going to say…Charlottesville’s hillllls are killing me! I have to get much more used to them first before I pile on more miles.

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Nevertheless, after writing that post I was inspired to run run run!

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We did a wide 6-mile loop around town. It was hot, so we kept our pace nice and slow – somewhere around 9:30 average. The first half was great in nice neighborhoods and shade, but Matt mapped it through some industrial parts in the bright sun with no trees and I was not a happy camper for miles 4-5! We survived.

My right hip flexor is super tight – I think from biking actually? Need to stretch. Lots. MORE YOGA!

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[Thank goodness for Camelbak hydration!]

After quick showers, we assembled a quick lunch. When you have nothing to eat, open a can of worms beans!

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We made a Navy Bean Salad with a drained can, cucumber, green pepper, carrot and a sauce made of lemon juice, dill, and hummus plus a little bean liquid. It was totally creamy with no mayo. And very delicious!

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On the side, a sample pack of Mary’s Gone crackers from the HLS swag bag. I wanted them all but Matt made me share! Humph!

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My favorite glass. Filled with seltzer.

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We’re semi-dressed up for our afternoon appointments. And have a super fun dinner planned for this evening!

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  1. Heather (Heather's Dish) says

    August 31, 2010 at 12:37 pm

    mason jar + water = heaven! i can’t wait to see dinner tonight…if you think it’s fun it’s got to be good!

    Reply
  2. Estela @ Weekly Bite says

    August 31, 2010 at 12:38 pm

    I agree! That mason jar w/ seltzer looks so refreshing!

    Reply
  3. Nicole - yuppie yogini says

    August 31, 2010 at 12:38 pm

    Darn those men for making us share! 😉 You & Matt win the award for best food concoctions with fewest ingredients.

    Reply
  4. Christine says

    August 31, 2010 at 12:41 pm

    Hummus, thinned with flavorful things makes the best creamy dressing!

    Reply
  5. Freya (Brit Chick Runs) says

    August 31, 2010 at 12:41 pm

    What did yo think of the crackers? I haven’t opened mine yet, I’ve been saving them 😀

    Reply
    • Kath says

      August 31, 2010 at 4:57 pm

      I’ve always loved Mary’s Gone

      Reply
  6. Beth @ Beth's Journey to Thin says

    August 31, 2010 at 12:42 pm

    I loooove drinking out of mason jars. Something about it is just so satisfying!

    Reply
  7. Dorry says

    August 31, 2010 at 12:42 pm

    So pumped to check out your running page and read tips from your half marathon experience! Excited to read about your fun dinner plans later. I love seeing the new restaurants y’all are checking out.

    Reply
  8. Lolly says

    August 31, 2010 at 12:46 pm

    I bought the Camelbak Charm on your recommendation to train for my first half marathon. I love it. I ran 10 miles this weekend and it was super comfortable. I actually take the long excess strap pieces and bring them together across my chest as a make-shift sternum strap (which i wish it had) securing it with a big baby diaper pin–works great and adds a bit more stability. I train on courses with hills and then choose races that are flatter so I can (hopefully) ace the race!!!
    I always choose to run early in the morning (5-7am-ish) because it is cooler and darker. the sun saps my energy.
    Love your blog, day in & day out!

    Reply
  9. HefiA says

    August 31, 2010 at 12:48 pm

    Wow! Your Navy Bean salad looks awesome!! Yumm. I was just deciding what to have for lunch, but I guess you solved my dilemma 🙂
    Oh, and the 6 mile run sure sounds inspiring, especially in this heat. Way to go Kath!! Proud of you.

    ? HefiA

    Reply
  10. wishful nals says

    August 31, 2010 at 12:55 pm

    sounds like a fun evening ahead! enjoy!

    Reply
  11. shannon (the daily balance) says

    August 31, 2010 at 12:55 pm

    lovely lunch! I too often rely on beans, but normally in soup-form! I’ll have to think more outside the box …. er, can!

    Reply
  12. Holly @ couchpotatoathlete says

    August 31, 2010 at 12:56 pm

    Your navy bean salad looks great Kath, and I’m glad you made a running page. I’ll take a look at that next.

    Running in bright sun? No thanks 🙂

    Reply
  13. Samantha @ Bikini Birthday says

    August 31, 2010 at 1:02 pm

    I think I’d get a bit annoyed with something on my back when I run. But the most I’ll ever run is about 7 miles so I don’t really need to carry my water.

    Reply
  14. Gabriela @ Une Vie Saine says

    August 31, 2010 at 1:02 pm

    I can’t wait to check out your running page!! I feel like it will be good inspiration 🙂 Have a great afternoon!

    Reply
  15. Mary @ Bites and Bliss says

    August 31, 2010 at 1:11 pm

    Can’t wait to read more on your running page!

    Reply
  16. Jess says

    August 31, 2010 at 1:15 pm

    Is it just me or are the fonts on the side really hard to read? The white on blue ones. I’m not bothered by the colors, but the fonts is no really “legible”. Plus, the really tiny writing about C-ville’s hills…don’t get it? It’s super tiny and I’m not sure if you are doing that on purpose or not, but too many font/size changes makes it unappealing to read.

    Reply
    • Sara says

      August 31, 2010 at 1:44 pm

      I agree that the white font in the blue text boxes on the sides (ie. “cathching up on posts”, “KERF sponsors”, “search KERF”) is barely legible.

      Reply
      • Kath says

        August 31, 2010 at 4:59 pm

        I think there must be a browser/font discrepancy because I see them totally clear. I was using a Google font – which may be the problem.

        Just changed it back to Arial – better?

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        • Jess says

          September 1, 2010 at 7:06 am

          MUCH better. I use Firefox, so it could very well be the problem. Thank you for changing it. My eyes read a lot of blogs, so it’s always easier when you can read the font without major squint-age!

          Reply
  17. Tina says

    August 31, 2010 at 1:18 pm

    Looking back on old fitness accomplishments always inspires a great workout for me too. Glad you had a good run. And beans are a perfect go to meal.

    Reply
  18. Jennie says

    August 31, 2010 at 1:19 pm

    You should run the Richmond Half Marathon! It is in November, so you have plenty of time to train. The route runs through downtown Richmond and beyond, so you get to see a lot. There are always a lot of spectators and although I have traveled to fun places like Nashville and Virginia Beach to run, Richmond is STILL my favorite half.

    Reply
    • Kath says

      August 31, 2010 at 5:00 pm

      That’s the same weekend as my college reunion 🙁

      Reply
  19. Lauren at KeepItSweet says

    August 31, 2010 at 1:22 pm

    Good luck with your Great Harvest meeting!

    Reply
  20. Esse says

    August 31, 2010 at 1:23 pm

    You look super tan and healthy – soaking up vitamin D is great! Good luck with the GH meeting!

    Reply
  21. Hillary [Nutrition Nut on the Run] says

    August 31, 2010 at 1:24 pm

    I agree that mason jars are the best glasses – I’ve been drinking iced green tea outta mine all week <3

    Reply
  22. Sarah (Running to Slow Things Down) says

    August 31, 2010 at 1:33 pm

    I love mason jars. They’re great for storing snacks and things, and I love them as water glasses. So rustic and charming. 😀

    Great job on a 6 mile run! There are a ton of hills where I live too, and it makes for such a great workout. 😀

    Reply
  23. Simply Life says

    August 31, 2010 at 1:37 pm

    Looks like another delicious salad!

    Reply
  24. Jil @ Peace, Love & Munchies says

    August 31, 2010 at 1:40 pm

    Yess – I just got a few mason jars…excited to put them to use around the house! 😛 That salad looks delicious.

    Reply
  25. Melissa @ HerGreenLife says

    August 31, 2010 at 1:45 pm

    I hear ya on the shade! I’ve been figuring out shadier alternatives to some of my usual bike routes for summer riding — shade makes a huge difference.

    Reply
  26. Sarena (The Non-Dairy Queen) says

    August 31, 2010 at 1:46 pm

    Good luck looking for a site. I know it is exciting and frustrating! Think more exciting though! Have a great afternoon!

    Reply
  27. Liza @ Health Nutting says

    August 31, 2010 at 2:02 pm

    You win the award for getting creative in the kitchen– I tend to stick to my guns and rarely go out on limbs. I need to do more risk-taking with my cooking! Awesome!

    Reply
  28. Lu says

    August 31, 2010 at 2:06 pm

    My favorite glass is a Mason jar too. It must be from being in the south. Those crackers look soooo good. I love the wholesome look they have. I love to put beans on a salad. You just can’t beat easy protein. I will have to try that salad dressing though.

    Reply
  29. Allison K says

    August 31, 2010 at 2:07 pm

    Going for a nice bit of exercise in the sun sounds so amazing right now….being stuck in my office is not so amazing.

    Reply
  30. Cati @ crave and create says

    August 31, 2010 at 2:07 pm

    I completely agree about the hip – I started cycling after a running injury, and I LOVE it but it DEFINITELY irritates my hip and even my knee if I’m not careful! Hopefully your hip will resolve itself soon. I can’t wait to check out the new Running page!

    Reply
  31. Laura says

    August 31, 2010 at 2:08 pm

    It never ceases to amaze me how many delicious and creative, yet at the same time simple, dishes you come up with!! x

    Reply
  32. Anon says

    August 31, 2010 at 2:09 pm

    Kath,
    A long time back, you had shown us a tool from Crate and Barrel – an olive oil pump. It was an oil dispenser with a measure on top to control the amount of oil to add to food. Do you know if C&B still sell that? Where can I buy it?
    Thanks.

    Reply
    • Kath says

      August 31, 2010 at 5:00 pm

      I would not recommend it!! It leaked everywhere and we threw it away

      Reply
  33. lynn (The Actors Diet) says

    August 31, 2010 at 2:31 pm

    mason jars are my fave to drink out of too!!!

    Reply
  34. Stephanie @ Becoming Green says

    August 31, 2010 at 2:55 pm

    I LOVE Mary’s Gone Crackers! My son and I have to eat gluten free and they are our favorites, I don’t know what I would do without them. Glad a non-gluten free-er is enjoying them as well!

    Reply
  35. Anna @ Newlywed, Newly Veg says

    August 31, 2010 at 3:00 pm

    I’m excited to see your fun dinner!

    Reply
  36. Stacey (The Habit of Healthy) says

    August 31, 2010 at 3:09 pm

    I don’t know how you drink out of jars. I like my water out of a tall or wide glass any nothing else. I think it would feel strange to drink out of a jar. I can’t believe how many uodates you are doing on your blog. It’s all good stuff.

    Reply
  37. barefootgirl says

    August 31, 2010 at 3:09 pm

    can’t wait to see dinner!!!!!

    Reply
  38. Jasmine @ Eat Move Write says

    August 31, 2010 at 3:23 pm

    I like the navy bean salad idea. I never make my own sauces, but I totally could. Great idea. Enjoy your meeting. 🙂

    Reply
  39. Stacey says

    August 31, 2010 at 3:43 pm

    Ooooh! Now I know what to do with those navy beans in the cabinet 😉 Thanks for the idea!
    Excited to see your fun dinner!

    Reply
  40. Jessica @ How Sweet It Is says

    August 31, 2010 at 3:53 pm

    I love that you drink out of a jar. 🙂

    Reply
  41. Heather says

    August 31, 2010 at 4:15 pm

    makes me laugh a 9:30 is a nice slow pace for 6 miles. that is me running from a tiger!

    Reply
    • Marina says

      August 31, 2010 at 10:15 pm

      I know!!! I can’t run a 9:30 mile for the life of me.

      Reply
  42. Halley (Blunder Construction) says

    August 31, 2010 at 4:24 pm

    I love to learn of a new bean! Navy bean, that sounds like something I should eat wearing a striped shirt and some kind of life vest! Looks delicious.

    Reply
  43. Allie says

    August 31, 2010 at 4:34 pm

    i used to bike a lot in addition to running, and it made by hip flexors incredibly tight. i really had to make a point of stretching them out a lot more because it made running very painful. look on line for stretches- there are some good ones.

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  44. theemptynutjar says

    August 31, 2010 at 4:38 pm

    Kath,
    Do you suggestions on how to organize goals, etc?
    Some people say just a notebook…some say a word document, etc.
    I am not computer savvy…and I don’t like to document every last thing or have a million different documents, etc…uknow? I’m just wondering though if you have suggestions…for me, simple might be best (as in just writing it in a notebook)…but wondering if you have thoughts about that…

    Reply
    • Kath says

      August 31, 2010 at 5:01 pm

      I’m not sure what you mean by goals??

      Reply
  45. Chelsea @ One Healthy Munchkin says

    August 31, 2010 at 4:41 pm

    Just thinking about running always motivates me to go out for a run too! 😀

    Reply
  46. Michelle @ Give Me the Almond Butter says

    August 31, 2010 at 4:51 pm

    I was complaining about the rain today, but I think the bright sun is even worse.

    Reply
  47. Ashley says

    August 31, 2010 at 5:26 pm

    I always have hip flexor problems!!! I LOVE the 20min yoga for cyclists from yoga download. Great for hamstrings + hip flexors…my 2 major problems. 20min and I feel like a new person!

    Reply
  48. Jessica @ The Process of Healing says

    August 31, 2010 at 5:38 pm

    I love your simple, easy, and affordable meals!

    Reply
  49. Stacey@http://stacey-healthylife.blogspot.com/ says

    August 31, 2010 at 5:57 pm

    I hate when the sun is beating down on me during a run, trees and shade do make it better.

    Reply
  50. Mary says

    August 31, 2010 at 6:12 pm

    that salad looks dreamy! did you just use a green mix as your base?

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  51. Liz @ Tip Top Shape says

    August 31, 2010 at 6:52 pm

    That salad dressing sounds interesting. And I don’t blame you for not wanting to share those crackers. They are So good!!!

    Reply
  52. Caitlin (EatFeats) says

    August 31, 2010 at 6:55 pm

    Yes! Beans are my answer to every meal dilemma!

    Reply
  53. Laura (Starloz) says

    August 31, 2010 at 7:53 pm

    I love your lunch, beans are excellent!

    Reply
  54. Paula says

    August 31, 2010 at 8:16 pm

    I would love if you could share the ingredients in the Navy Bean Salad. I can only cook by recipe otherwise it turns into a disaster!! That salad looked absolutely delicious and I would love to re-create it for our lunch.

    Reply
  55. Amanda (The Nutritionist Reviews) says

    August 31, 2010 at 8:26 pm

    Kath, sorry about not giving credit to your photo. I honestly did not even think to do that as I am a new blogger and learning everything new. I fixed it here: http://couponclippingnutritionist.blogspot.com/2010/08/ask-nutritionist-healthy-vegetarian.html#comments

    Thanks for letting me use your photo anyways.

    Reply
    • Kath says

      August 31, 2010 at 8:34 pm

      No problem – thanks for the credit 🙂 Hope my comment was taken lightheartedly 🙂

      Reply
  56. Caitlin @ Right Foot Forward says

    August 31, 2010 at 8:28 pm

    Thanks for posting the running page. I love it! It is so comprehensive and informative.

    Reply
  57. Wei-Wei says

    August 31, 2010 at 8:30 pm

    Those beans sound absolutely delicious… I think I need to make hummus now! 😀 Oh yeah, and I’m definitely heading over to your running page. I need inspiration, too!

    Reply
  58. Chelsea @ Strawberry Sweat says

    August 31, 2010 at 8:32 pm

    Thanks for the running page! Navy beans are actually my least favorite type of beans, but they still look good 🙂

    Reply
  59. Hannah says

    August 31, 2010 at 9:36 pm

    I”d never thought of using hummus instead of mayo to dress a salad… brilliant!

    Reply
  60. Melissa says

    August 31, 2010 at 11:09 pm

    Starting my own blog, I now have a fascination with plating, mugs and silverware. I have trouble resisting the temptations to buy those though. Your dinner looks fabulous!

    Reply
  61. Sana says

    September 1, 2010 at 5:59 am

    Hehehe. Does sharing come come with being married? If so I am going to ignore that part for the future.

    Reply

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