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You are here: Home / Lifestyle / Kiss The Sand

July 7, 2010

Kiss The Sand

Nothin’ like a morning run on the beach!!!

Morning Run

Art courtesy of yours truly

:mrgreen: this !

I was in a deep sleep when Matt woke up to exclaim: “It’s 7:30!!!!”

Apparently we had made a date with Larbs’s Matt to run before it got too hot.

Before I knew it I was jogging in the sand!!

Here are a few keys to running on the beach:

  1. Go in the early AM. The earlier the better.
  2. Wear a hat AND sunglasses. The hat is key.
  3. Wear tennis shoes and run close to the water.
  4. Go at low tide.
  5. Wear sunscreen.

I love the ocean at sunrise! Unfortunately sunrise was long past and we were hot. And it was HARD. But I had a good run.

I had intended on doing about 3 miles (since running in sand is hard!) but when we went to one pier and back we stopped for a breather in front of our house. I thought we were done! But the boys wanted to keep going, and if you ask my friends, you’d know that I am super competitive, so we ran onwards to the next pier.

Total beach miles: 5.1

I ended with a series of yoga poses in the sand. I thanked the earth for my gorgeous run with a little kiss in a chataranga.

Breakfast in a jar!

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Matt made whipped banana chia seed cinnamon raisin oats and I put mine in a near-empty Honey Roasted Cinnamon jar with blueberries on top.

Backside

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Cafe

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Adios!

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  1. Jessica @ How Sweet says

    July 7, 2010 at 8:44 am

    I totally agree with wearing a hat and sunglasses – a few weeks ago on vacation I was at the beach around 630-7am and I still got sun!

    Reply
  2. Samantha Angela @ Bikini Birthday says

    July 7, 2010 at 8:44 am

    Running close to the water at low tide is KEY. Otherwise it is VERY difficult to run on the beach.
    I don’t think running shoes are necessary though. Barefoot works just fine.

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

    July 7, 2010 at 8:46 am

    Your jar runeth over…yum! Glad you got your run in early though! Enjoy the rest of your day!

    Reply
  4. Michelle @ Turning Over a New Leaf says

    July 7, 2010 at 8:47 am

    Mmmm. Yoga on the beach. *adds to list of things do do before she dies*

    My husband went running barefoot along the beach in Costa Rica. He said it was really hard and he was left really sore! Of course, he doesn’t run as frequently as you do.

    Reply
  5. Hannah says

    July 7, 2010 at 8:48 am

    Gosh, do you always go naked when you’re running on the beach? I hope they have signs up for that! 😀

    Reply
    • Kath says

      July 7, 2010 at 8:52 am

      Ha! Did you not know we are at a nude beach?

      Reply
  6. Jenn (Jenn's Menu and Lifestyle Blog) says

    July 7, 2010 at 8:49 am

    Those oats look delish! I’ve never tried them whipped, I have to do that sometime. 🙂

    Jenn

    Reply
  7. Evan Thomas says

    July 7, 2010 at 8:49 am

    I had my breakfast in jars today, too. So excited not to have dishes

    Reply
  8. Freya @ Brit Chick Runs says

    July 7, 2010 at 8:52 am

    5miles on the sand – I salute you!
    Have agreat day 🙂

    Reply
  9. Robyn @ Frugal 'n' Fit! says

    July 7, 2010 at 8:52 am

    I am so ready to be at the beach instead of the office that I am even jealous of your “pictorial representation”! 🙂

    Reply
  10. Maggie says

    July 7, 2010 at 8:54 am

    Great tips for running! I don’t get to go on the beach much, unfortunately 😉

    I miss my OIAJ. I haven’t had them in a while. Been sticking with super fast brekkies so I can get to work on time.

    Happy Wednesday!

    Reply
  11. Heather @ Side of Sneakers says

    July 7, 2010 at 8:55 am

    Your Paint skills are quite impressive 😉

    Reply
  12. [email protected]://stacey-healthylife.blogspot.com/ says

    July 7, 2010 at 8:56 am

    I’m the same way with my workout, you’ll never see me stop early or take the easy route. That little jar of outs looks and sounds delicious, enjoy.

    Reply
  13. Rachel (Two Healthy Plates) says

    July 7, 2010 at 8:57 am

    I love the idea of breakfast in a jar, especially oatmeal….so portable AND the perfect way to get every little bit of nut butter out of the jar.

    Reply
  14. Eileen says

    July 7, 2010 at 8:59 am

    I just had one of my better beach runs. I don’t always love it. I think the extra humidity makes it harder, but it’s SUCH a good workout, and this time, I asked myself, “Do I really want to run on the road when I could do that at home?” It was worth it!

    Reply
  15. Matt says

    July 7, 2010 at 8:59 am

    I don’t like running with sunglasses because they gather your sweat and channel it down your face in uncomfortable rivers!

    Reply
    • Kathy W. says

      July 7, 2010 at 12:44 pm

      I know, me either! (Kanz Matt? or (sorta) BIL-Matt?)

      Reply
      • Kath says

        July 7, 2010 at 12:49 pm

        Haha – that’s from Kanz Matt! 🙂

        Reply
  16. Jil @ Peace, Love & Munchies says

    July 7, 2010 at 9:01 am

    Ohh – your oats in a jar look amazing!! and love the drawing 🙂

    Reply
  17. Brittany @ A Healthy Slice of Life says

    July 7, 2010 at 9:01 am

    Agreed- hats make all the difference!

    I love reading your beach posts… if I close my eyes tightly enough, I can imagine I’m at a beach too 🙂

    Reply
  18. Michelle @ Give Me the Almond Butter says

    July 7, 2010 at 9:05 am

    Wow 5 miles in the sand is awesome!!! Way to go Kath!

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

    July 7, 2010 at 9:06 am

    Can you believe I’ve never run on the beach before? Lots of walking, yes, but never a run. I’ve heard it’s tough on the calves and makes for a killer workout. Great job on your run! 😀

    Reply
  20. Heather (Heather's Dish) says

    July 7, 2010 at 9:08 am

    i’ve only jogged on a beach before,very slowly, but had the best time doing it! definitely SUPER sore the next day though!

    Reply
  21. Allison K says

    July 7, 2010 at 9:10 am

    THe blueberries on top make it look like a little present!

    Reply
  22. Jess @ Jessica is Getting Fit says

    July 7, 2010 at 9:11 am

    I appreciate this as I’m going on a beach vacation at the end of the month and it’s my first since I’ve started running. I’m excited to run in the sand!

    Reply
  23. Jessica @ The Process of Healing says

    July 7, 2010 at 9:12 am

    YUM!!! Your OIAJ looks SO GOOD! Love the fresh blueberries on top!

    Reply
  24. Jill says

    July 7, 2010 at 9:15 am

    Have you ever tried the Mocha flavored Naturally Nutty? Yum.

    Reply
    • Kath says

      July 7, 2010 at 9:20 am

      I’ve got one to try back home!

      Reply
  25. Meg says

    July 7, 2010 at 9:16 am

    Haha, I was going to say something about ya’ll streaking along the beach, buuuut looks like someone already noticed the stick figure nudity 😉 Hey, at least body confidence is in full force!

    Your jar is about to topple over with goodies! How fast did you have to gobble the top layer down before spilling it? 😛 Looks amazing, as usual! Enjoy your day! Savor the sunshine!

    Reply
  26. Julz says

    July 7, 2010 at 9:18 am

    Haha I love the picture, especially the “speed wind streaks” trailing behind you. You almost needed a bigger peanut butter jar!

    Reply
  27. Marilou @ Mostly Healthy says

    July 7, 2010 at 9:18 am

    Bwahaha your drawings always cracks me up! This one might be my favorite 🙂

    Reply
  28. Maria @ Oh Healthy Day says

    July 7, 2010 at 9:19 am

    Beach running is so difficult! Props for rocking out 5 miles of it. I believe I’m just going to live vicariously through you today while I’m at my desk 🙂

    Reply
  29. Kelly says

    July 7, 2010 at 9:21 am

    I love running on the beach, but I always end up putting around the house for too long and getting out their way too late (like 10ish). I can stand the heat, but dodging the people strolling on the beach is the most difficult part. Looks like you’re having a great time Kath!

    Reply
  30. The Wife of a Dairyman says

    July 7, 2010 at 9:21 am

    What a great way to start the day! Nothing like fresh air right at the coast:)

    Reply
  31. Aimee @ The Stylish Nest says

    July 7, 2010 at 9:31 am

    Just discovered your blog and have to say I am enjoying it so far. Where do you find chia seeds? I have been hearing of them a lot recently, but have yet to find them. A health food store? What kind of flavor do they have, or are they just for nutrition?

    The breakfast, and a run on the beach, both sound like a great way to start the day. 🙂

    Reply
    • Kath says

      July 7, 2010 at 9:36 am

      They add more texture than flavor.

      I get them in my OpenSky shop. I have yet to see them at grocery stores or even EarthFare.

      Reply
      • Anne says

        July 7, 2010 at 12:28 pm

        EarthFare has them now! And I think GNC or HealthNutz might have them too?

        Reply
    • jessica says

      July 7, 2010 at 2:22 pm

      Whole Foods always has them.

      Reply
  32. Nicole, RD says

    July 7, 2010 at 9:44 am

    What an amazing start to the day! Running on sand is hard! I always wear a hat when its sunny out…keep me cool 🙂

    Reply
  33. Rhea says

    July 7, 2010 at 9:47 am

    Running in sand: mother nature’s Easy Tones 😀
    That breakfast looks nomtastic. I got bluebs in my CSA this weekend, and I was reminded of how much more flavorful the real guys are.
    Enjoy your day!

    Reply
  34. abbi says

    July 7, 2010 at 9:48 am

    sounds like a great run! I’m defintitely going to have to try this meal in an almost empty jar thing! 🙂

    Reply
  35. Courtney @ Three Months says

    July 7, 2010 at 9:48 am

    Mmm…oats in a jar! A classic breakfast!

    Reply
  36. Morgan @ Life After Bagels says

    July 7, 2010 at 9:50 am

    Since I don’t have a beach close to me, I always forget how hard it is vs regular land . . . I ran on my vacation last week along the beach and it WORKED ME!

    Reply
  37. Jen says

    July 7, 2010 at 10:01 am

    How fun! I’ve never actually run on the beach, just at the boardwalk or street bordering the beach. It just looks so hard! Looks like youre having a fantastic trip 🙂

    Reply
  38. Sara says

    July 7, 2010 at 10:02 am

    Oooo that PB looks fantastic- I really want to try it!

    Reply
  39. Katie says

    July 7, 2010 at 10:12 am

    I love morning beach runs! Your oatmeal with blueberries and chia seeds looks delish.

    Reply
  40. Krystina says

    July 7, 2010 at 10:15 am

    I started doing yoga at the beach yesterday afternoon but felt silly with a bunch of people around me. It’s a perfect yoga spot, though.

    Reply
  41. Camille says

    July 7, 2010 at 10:16 am

    Have another fun beach day!

    Reply
  42. Joanne says

    July 7, 2010 at 10:20 am

    Cute little drawing – one might think you went for a run in the buff. 😉

    Good run. I’ve never tried running on the beach. Guess I’m just a “road warrior” and sometimes hit the trails.
    Keep having a super time, Kath.

    Reply
  43. Wei-Wei says

    July 7, 2010 at 10:22 am

    I love your drawings. Especially nude stick figures 😀

    Reply
  44. andrea says

    July 7, 2010 at 10:31 am

    hope you are having the best time! Looks so relaxing!! 🙂

    Reply
  45. Paige(Running Around Normal) says

    July 7, 2010 at 10:34 am

    I L-O-V-E beach runs! Happy for you that you got to run one today. They definitely can be hot, though. What a fun time!

    Reply
  46. Stacey @ Tipping the (Kitchen!) Scales says

    July 7, 2010 at 10:36 am

    I would love to run on the beach but alas there will be no beach vacation for me this year! Breakfast looks tasty – I drool at the USA’s selection of nut butters!!

    Reply
  47. Jenny says

    July 7, 2010 at 10:37 am

    Running close to the water is so clutch… I can’t imagine running 5 miles in loose sand!

    Reply
  48. Gabriela @ Une Vie Saine says

    July 7, 2010 at 10:38 am

    5 miles in the sand? Way to go! I’ve always been too intimidated to run in the sand, but those tips are great. Thanks for sharing! Hope you have a great day at the beach 🙂

    Reply
  49. Cynthia (It All Changes) says

    July 7, 2010 at 10:44 am

    Running on the beach is one of my running dreams. Thanks for the tips. Sounds like you had a blast!

    Reply
  50. Lauren (Clean Eats in the Dirty South) says

    July 7, 2010 at 10:46 am

    hahaha you’re running around naked on a beach in that picture 😀

    Reply
  51. Brendali says

    July 7, 2010 at 10:56 am

    I think my favorite part of this entire post is the swirly lines of speed on your naked running people! haha! You are truly an artist! 🙂

    Reply
  52. Kelly says

    July 7, 2010 at 11:03 am

    I figured you were out on the beach when I didn’t see a breakfast post when I got to work this morning. Have fun and tell Matt I made the Oatmeal, Flax, Walnut bread last night and love it. I did the pre-ferment and all. It was actually the first loaf of non-quick bread I have ever made. Anyway, thanks for sharing. I can’t wait to try some of the other loafs.

    Reply
  53. sweetersalt says

    July 7, 2010 at 11:20 am

    Love the paint art!

    Reply
  54. Jo says

    July 7, 2010 at 11:38 am

    Wow 5 beach miles! You are such an inspiration to me to get moving 🙂

    Reply
  55. Katie @ Healthy Heddleston says

    July 7, 2010 at 11:50 am

    Great job on the beach running, so difficult! And this heat is nuts!! Have fun!

    Reply
  56. lynn (The Actors Diet) says

    July 7, 2010 at 11:52 am

    wow so impressed with your beach running! you guys are the epitome of fun and balanced healthy living!

    Reply
  57. Evelyn @ cheers2healthy says

    July 7, 2010 at 11:52 am

    That breakfast looks intense! I wish I had a beach to run along, you lucky gal : P

    Reply
  58. Mary @ What's Cookin' with Mary says

    July 7, 2010 at 11:57 am

    I agree! A hat is a MUST

    Reply
  59. Marina says

    July 7, 2010 at 12:03 pm

    I can’t wait to be running on the beach! It just so appealing, run and then swim. Amazing

    Reply
  60. faith @ gracefulfitness says

    July 7, 2010 at 12:11 pm

    ah, I am envious! Running on the beach is my favorite workout ever. Enjoy!

    Reply
  61. [email protected] says

    July 7, 2010 at 12:15 pm

    I’m jealous of your beach run! And that overflowing jar of oats 🙂

    Reply
  62. Rachel @ Fit Fun and Fabulous says

    July 7, 2010 at 12:16 pm

    I can’t wait to run on the beach someday.

    Reply
  63. Elaine @ Om Sweet Om says

    July 7, 2010 at 1:56 pm

    I swear my heartrate probably went up to the 200’s last time I ran on the beach! It’s such an intense workout!

    Reply
  64. Tami Jo Eaton says

    July 7, 2010 at 1:56 pm

    Is that a band-aid on your OIAJ?? Does Matt willingly give out recipes for the Great Harvest bread? I live an hour from a store and they do not sell the seedy buns that you make sandwiches out of. They look so yummy and good for you. My kids fell in love with the white chocolate/cinnamon chip bread and so I ordered some online, but can’t quite figure out how to make it taste the same.

    Reply
    • Kath says

      July 7, 2010 at 2:02 pm

      Not a BandAid – just a strip of tape!

      Sorry but the GH recipes are top secret 🙂

      Reply
    • Sheila Viers | Live Well 360 says

      July 7, 2010 at 6:30 pm

      My husband made a version that is very close to GH High 5 Fiber –> “Seedy” Whole Wheat Loaf http://bit.ly/aKEi4l

      Reply
  65. Sheila Viers | Live Well 360 says

    July 7, 2010 at 6:39 pm

    … with Matt’s consultation. 🙂

    Reply
  66. Dana S. says

    July 7, 2010 at 7:26 pm

    Just had to say that I’ve really been enjoying your beach vacation posts! Looks like a great time. Your 5-mile beach run inspired me to get off my tushy this morning and run a few miles myself. Thanks for putting so much time and energy into your blog. It’s awesome and I find enjoyment and inspiration in it daily.

    Reply
  67. Chelsea @ One Healthy Munchkin says

    July 7, 2010 at 7:58 pm

    Running in the sand is so hard! Kudos on pounding out 5 miles!

    Reply
  68. Lydia says

    July 7, 2010 at 8:43 pm

    Kath,
    How do you get your Garmin to show your mile splits?
    You can email me directly if it’s easier. Thanks so much.

    Lydia

    Reply
    • Kath says

      July 7, 2010 at 8:55 pm

      I don’t remember! But it’s in the manual

      Reply

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