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Matt and I started our day with some outdoor activity. He’s very much into fast running, and I am very much into brisk walking. I can definitely still run now – there’s no uterus or fatigue reason why I couldn’t have ran. But I’m just SO much more into walking. I don’t know if I’d use to word lazy because walking for an hour isn’t like sitting on the couch, but I definitely think I’m sort of using pregnancy as an excuse not to run in this freezing cold weather. But I guess there is also a part of me that doesn’t really want to push myself very hard, and running is definitely hard. Especially since I’ve gotten out of the habit. And it’s so cold (AND HILLY) here. I’d much rather bundle up in my down coat and listen to a podcast on my phone! So walking is my workout of choice (mixed with Body Pump, spinning and hopefully pre-natal yoga coming in the second tri).
After our workout, which took us to the scenic Riverview Park, we showered up and then headed to brunch to meet Brain, Jeb and Steve, the fraternity bros from yesterday.
Two mugs of [decaf] coffee for me! I’ve had caffeine on and off from tea, chocolate and a cappuccino or two when I forgot to request decaf, but am mostly sticking to decaf coffee.
The Nook is a diner downtown that is super famous in Cville. It’s been on our list to visit since we moved here, but the food isn’t exactly of the fru-fru style that we love most (Blue Grass Grill & Bakery is my top favorite brunch spot – for the wheat biscuits!) But the menu at The Nook was extensive and breakfasty.
I ended up ordering scrambled eggs, which came with bacon and rye toast
And instead of home fries, I added on a blueberry pancake.
I polished off most of this meal – and was surprisingly just satisfied and not full. I swear my appetite is strong as ever. And I think I’m doing great with first tri weight gain (actually lost a pound between appointments), so I must be doing a good job of eating mindfully.
Despite my mac and cheese obsession, Matt was the one who ordered it – the Crabby Mac. I’m glad I didn’t order it because it was very garlicky thanks to the breadcrumbs on top, and garlic is currently off my pregnant menu.
Fun lunch! Fun day so far! I have no idea what’s in store for the rest of the afternoon.
Christie says
February 12, 2012 at 3:06 pmLooks like a perfect Sunday 🙂
Greta @ Staying Lost says
February 12, 2012 at 3:07 pmOo, that mac and cheese looks great. I’m glad to hear you’re staying active and mindful- you sound like you’re happy with your choices.
Sarena (The Non-Dairy Queen) says
February 12, 2012 at 3:07 pmSounds like an incredible lunch and what a great way to start the day with a comfortable beautiful walk. Enjoy the rest of your day Kath now that you’re fueled up for it!
Anjali @ The Picky Eater says
February 12, 2012 at 3:15 pmThat’s so great that you’ve been so mindful in your first-tri! Congrats on that – I know that’s been hard for many of my friends. That breakfast looked just like the one I had today!
Cm @ Lazy Healthy says
February 12, 2012 at 3:16 pmWhy is garlic off the menu? Just grossout reasons, or is it medical?
KathEats says
February 12, 2012 at 3:18 pmGross out reasons
Angela @ Eat Spin Run Repeat says
February 12, 2012 at 3:21 pmI have the same question as CM above- is garlic not supposed to be consumed when you’re pregnant? Or is it just one of those things that you can’t bear the thought of right now? Either way, your choices look great! This is going to sound weird but of all of them (pancake included) I’m most excited by the rye toast! I haven’t had rye bread in ages and absolutely love it!
Hillary says
February 12, 2012 at 3:23 pmI told my boyfriend that I want to get brunch to celebrate V-day—specifically so I can order blueberry pancakes. I’ve had a craving for weeks now, and seeing yours just made it that much stronger!
Joss says
February 12, 2012 at 3:23 pmSounds like a good day so far! Can’t beat scrambled eggs, bacon, toast, and a pancake 😀 You had the perfect bfast. Also, I think walking is the perfect work out 🙂
[email protected] Nutritious says
February 12, 2012 at 3:26 pmI love rye toast. It is so sour and delicious, especially paired against salty eggs ans sweet pancakes. That restaurant seems like a perfect breafast spot.
Emily @ The Swallow Flies says
February 12, 2012 at 3:26 pmThat mac & cheese looks heavenly. I need to get back to Charlottesville – soon!
Moira says
February 12, 2012 at 3:29 pmWas just at The Nook today as well! Love that amazing diner food.
KathEats says
February 12, 2012 at 9:07 pmOh fun!!
Kristen @ Change of Pace says
February 12, 2012 at 3:30 pmYou are growing a baby! You need all the food for extra energy 🙂 Lunch looks yummy!
Lauren B says
February 12, 2012 at 3:30 pmI cannot stand the smell or taste of garlic right now either! And since becoming pregnant, I have abstained from running. Not that I did it much anyway, but my sore boobs can’t handle the bouncing! I’m sticking with walking and the elliptical for my cardio.
Jana @ Newly Wife Healthy Life says
February 12, 2012 at 3:31 pmI am not pregnant, but honestly enjoy brisk walking more than running too! Is that wrong? Ha ha
KathEats says
February 12, 2012 at 9:08 pmNot at all! Running is more efficient for folks who don’t have time to walk 🙂
Averie @ Love Veggies and Yoga says
February 12, 2012 at 3:55 pmRunning in the cold or any physical fitness outside is hard! Dreary, windy, rainy, cold…that does not scream hop out the door and get all cracked up about a workout, at all. So I wouldn’t be too hard on yourself 🙂 No one I know “loves” cold weather workouts. Tolerates, but not loves.
And walking is awesome. I walked most of my pregnancy (couldn’t run) and some times “walking” meant simply going around the block. Do what feels right and you’re up to!
Kristen says
February 12, 2012 at 4:18 pmI ate at The Nook last time I visited Charlottesville! It was awesomely unhealthy and delicious (the bf and I ordered the country fried steak bfast). The dining options in Charlottesville really make me wish I lived closer. And I haven’t had a chance to say congratulations on the pregnancy! I know it’s an exciting time in your life and it seems as if you’re enjoying it thus far!
KathEats says
February 12, 2012 at 9:08 pmThanks Kristen!
Stephanie @ Legally Blinde says
February 12, 2012 at 4:37 pmOh my gosh, a whole wheat biscuit sounds amazing! I’m going to have to find a recipe and try that out ASAP.
Annette @ EnjoyYourHealthyLife says
February 12, 2012 at 4:41 pmI love a good lazy day with yummy meals. Have a good one!
Jim Purdy says
February 12, 2012 at 4:48 pmIf you’ve discussed this, I must have missed it, but are you trying to limit added sugars, syrups, and honey?
KathEats says
February 12, 2012 at 9:09 pmNot avoiding them per se, but I always try to use them in moderation just for being calorie dense and sugary
Lisa (bakebikeblog) says
February 12, 2012 at 4:53 pmwalking has certainly been my exercise of choice during pregnancy too!
Liz @ Tip Top Shape says
February 12, 2012 at 5:08 pmThose scrambled eggs look fantastic!! I love breakfasty places like that. There’s one right across the street from my apartment that my friends and I go to all the time for late nights. It’s open 24 hours a day, and I swear there are more people there at 2 in the morning than at brunch time. It’s so strange!
Ashley @ Coffee Cake and Cardio says
February 12, 2012 at 5:14 pmI’ve actually heard a number of times women losing weight during pregnancy. You look and are doing great!
Sarah says
February 12, 2012 at 5:14 pmI love the look of The Nook, very diner-chic!
Katie @ Peace Love & Oats says
February 12, 2012 at 5:32 pmOooo that mac n cheese looks so good! When I lived in Charleston, walking was by far my favorite form of exercise! I’d walk all over the city and just take in how gorgeous it was!
Andrea @ The Skinny Chronicles says
February 12, 2012 at 6:00 pmSounds fabulous to me, Kath. What are your favorite podcasts to listen to?
KathEats says
February 12, 2012 at 9:09 pmReally into Pregtastic!! There are hundreds and they will keep me busy for the next 6 months at least
Angel7 says
February 12, 2012 at 6:02 pmThat bacon looks perfectly crispy!
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Deva @ Deva by Definition says
February 12, 2012 at 6:07 pmThat looks like an amazing breakfast. We are mid-way through our second week without a working range (should be fixed by next weekend!) and I have been craving a good pancakes and eggs breakfast all week!
J3nn (Jenn's Menu and Lifestyle Blog) says
February 12, 2012 at 6:30 pmI’ve been hearing that slow, long walks (and slow movement in general) is better for you than running, not that running is unhealthy. I am a walker, not a runner. Happily. 🙂
I like what you and Matt ordered, both good choices!! Diners <3
eliza says
February 12, 2012 at 6:45 pmI cant imagine eating mac & cheese for brunch. The breakfast options always seem too delicious to pass up:)
JessicaE says
February 12, 2012 at 6:56 pmI LOVE pancakes. However, they never fill me up. I need to ask my husband to make some again because his are amazing.
KathEats says
February 12, 2012 at 9:10 pmI totally agree — except — did you know when I eat Kodiak cakes (or any WW pancakes at home) it’s one of my most long-lasting breakfasts? I’m never full, but I’m not hungry for hours. I don’t get it!
TeenyLittleSuperChef says
February 12, 2012 at 7:16 pmOh man, as much as I love blueberry pancakes and eggs, I would not have been able to resist that mac and cheese. And the more garlic, the better, in my humble opinion. Good to hear your appetite is still going strong. Gotta keep up with that growing bundle of joy in your belly 🙂
Lauren @ What Lauren Likes says
February 12, 2012 at 7:27 pmI’ll take brisk walking over running any day 😀
[email protected] says
February 12, 2012 at 7:36 pmYou must really like coffee to want to drink decaf!
KathEats says
February 12, 2012 at 9:10 pmIndeed. This one wasn’t that great
Christine (The Raw Project) says
February 12, 2012 at 8:14 pmWhat a great Sunday. I’m somewhere between with a medium paced run. 🙂
Wendy says
February 12, 2012 at 8:50 pmAaah the nook is one of my favorites in cville!
Meg @ Spandex in the City says
February 12, 2012 at 10:16 pmLooks like a cute Retro Diner !
but the coffee at those places usually aren’t the best. I always sneak in a Starbucks Bold hehe.
Khushboo says
February 13, 2012 at 1:45 amPancakes over homefries any day!!
Chelsea @ One Healthy Munchkin says
February 13, 2012 at 7:28 amSometimes there’s just nothing better than good old standard diner breakfast food! Especially after a night out with one too many drinks haha. 😉
Thealogian says
February 13, 2012 at 7:54 amWalking is such a pleasure! Instead of thinking about how much more you should be doing (running), allow yourself the pleasure of walking as a positive thing. When I’m doing everything right, I sometimes think “I can do more”…its a mental trap. I’ve heard many women get out of that thinking when they’re pregnant/nursing because sharing their body in that vital way teaches them that “oh, my goodness, my body can do amazing things, why should I beat up on myself/my body?” Peace!
[email protected] Broken Cookies Don't Count says
February 13, 2012 at 8:10 amI Love rye toast…it’s the best for breakfast and anytime!
Lexi @ Cura Personalis Foodie says
February 14, 2012 at 12:39 amHahhahaha “pregnant menu”– love it! That’ll be the next trend after gluten free 🙂