05 September 2012

FALL into good habits! [What I Ate Wednesday #85]

I have so many goals and aspirations this month its ridiculous!  Running, for instance.  I can run a mile and a half without stopping but any longer than that and my go-go-gadget legs turn to jello.  Sometimes I stop from a side cramp, other times its because my knees hurt, and other times its because I just can't flipping do it any longer.  No more excuses!  I'm going to keep at this and work my way up to three miles without stopping.  I'm even going to sign up for a 5k with Shauna [Yes S, it's happening! Get ready!] and Paul and run the entire thing.  Other goals of mine involve reading more, writing as much as I read, and coming up with LOTS of recipes based on seasonal veggies.  I vow not to go pumpkin overboard though, we already know what happened when I discovered sweet potatoes.  How embarrassing ;)

I'll share more of my goals and progress reports in the next few WIAWs -- but for now, let's get on to the eats!

Breakfast Irish Nachos
[breakfast] 
Before hitting the gym I downed a banana.  Pretend there's photo evidence of this.  After Crunch + Zumba Toning I was fairly ravenous and decided to whip up a batch of Irish Nachos for breakfast!  Of course nachos aren't your typical morning fare, so I paired these bad boys with a few fluffy scrambled eggs and a steaming hot cup of coffee.  Perfection!

Fiesta #Vegetarian Taco Salad
[lunch]
Taco Salad with buckets of veggies, peppers from my garden, pineapple mango salsa and dressed with grated habanero cheddar and fresh guacamole.  This is one of my absolute favorite salads to eat year-round.  I didn't have any black beans this time but they are marvelous paired with all the crisp veggies.  Oh and the tomatoes?  Legendary!

Veggie Burger on Pita Bun with Green Beans and Almonds
[dinner]
So. Many. Veggies!  I topped a veggie burger with ketchup, mustard, and sprouts atop a toasted whole grain pita and threw inn some green beans and almonds for good measure.

WIAW Snacks

[snacks]
Snacks for the day included fresh fruit, some blanched asparagus spears that I munched while making asparagus pesto, crinkle cut carrot "chips" and some unphotographed treats while watching movies with P.  He plopped on the couch with peanut m&ms and football-shaped reeses and I may or may not have stolen a few handfuls of goodies.  Um, I so did.  It was delicious.

So that's my day of eats!  

For September's What I Ate Wednesday theme, we're making goals and FALLing into good habits.  You set the pace!  Pick a few small goals or one big one, and embrace some healthy changes in your life!  They can be as simple as eating more veggies or as big as running an upcoming race!  Maybe you want to read more books or find a way to streamline your daily routine.  Or de-stress your mornings... cook more meals from scratch... or even start a new fitness routine -- Anything goes!  I can't wait to read all your posts this month!  You guys are SO. FLIPPING. INSPIRING!  <3

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37 comments:

  1. You should try intervals with the running...run walk....will help your legs get stronger! Love me a good veggie burger, no burger is complete without mustard and ketchup :)

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  2. Good luck with your training! I've been so slack with my running lately! I'm signing up for one too in the very near future.

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  3. You always have great eats!! My friend, Deb, wants to do a 5K in October so one of my goals is to get running a little more consistently - I'll keep you on track, if you'll do the same for me ... mmmkay?! :-D Happy WIAW Jenn!

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  4. Wha- WHAT!! You? Running? Omg, I think I just shed a tear! I'm so proud of you chicka! That is awesome! Just make sure you have good shoes with REALLY good arch support...it makes ALL the difference!


    And I am TOTALLY lusting after your Irish eggified nachos...omg, YUM!! I need to get to the store and get me some CHEESE!

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  5. kim@hungryhealthygirlWednesday, September 05, 2012

    All of your eats look scrumptious!! Good luck on the running! If you will just increase a little bit every couple of days or every week....I promise you will meet your goal!!

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  6. A 5K?! I am so proud of you! You're going to be fabulous!

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  7. WIAW is getting so old. 85?!!? I remember when it was just born. oh much love

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  8. Jamie@ Thrifty Veggie MamaWednesday, September 05, 2012

    Great looking eats as usual. Good luck on the running! You can totally do it.

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  9. Amy B @ Second City RandomnessWednesday, September 05, 2012

    Congrats on signing up for the 5k! Sometimes that's all it takes to give you just the lil' "oomph" you need. :)

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  10. I'm falling into your face.

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  11. I made your 3 bean veggie burgers a while ago and froze half and finished them all up a week and half ago and now your making me crave some more sooo good!

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  12. I love the fall theme! I need to actually participate. It's been a while. I'm traveling to Chicago this weekend, so I'm sure I'll have plenty to share. And congrats on signing up for the 5k!

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  13. Good luck with running. You'll do great!

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  14. rachelmynaturallyfrugalfamilyWednesday, September 05, 2012

    I signed up to complete my first 5k in October...I cannot wait. So best to you and Shauna!

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  15. I don't see my WIAW post up there...weird. I thought I did it right?
    haleyeats.wordpress.com

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  17. Love the theme girlie! Also good luck with the running! But here's a secret..you can take walk breaks when you're running and as long as your overall pace is decent...NO ONE WILL EVER KNOW! ;) Plus at races it's easier to walk and drink water at the water stations than run and try to dump it in your mouth at the same time. Just sayin.

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  18. K @ Finding a skinnier meWednesday, September 05, 2012

    Love the new theme! I have that same cutting board :)

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  19. Dana @ Conscious Kitchen BlogWednesday, September 05, 2012

    Yum! Love that Taco Salad -- anything with avocados is a big win in my book. This month's theme is awesome... I'm soooo ready for fall!

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  20. Those Irish nachos look SOO good!! Great eating day!

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  21. Love the goals! I'm always trying to run more,but its a struggle for sure. Good for you for sticking with it!! I also like that you're going to try and incorporate more seasonal fare into your recipes. I love fall produce - such a festive way to eat well and boost your daily fiber intake a bit.

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  22. Loved the food, loved the theme, love you. Totally missed posting today....durrr.

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  23. Great eats! So refreshing and tasty looking! :) Good luck with the goals!

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  24. Sounds like my type of goal for running! I can only run 5 minutes straight (I had hip and knee surgery), I def should sign up for a 5k to get my running on! Good luck :)

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  25. Penny @ Remake My PlateWednesday, September 05, 2012

    Great theme....you must be reading my mind. Had already planned on making some changes and even signed up at a local Crossfit gym.

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  26. I really like this theme! Probably because fall is my favorite, the motto is really clever, and I am in the process of slowly (or quickly?) adopting habits that are good for me, and hopefully I'll be able to inspire others in the process! :D

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  27. Dannii @Hungry Healthy HappyThursday, September 06, 2012

    Your breakfast looks delicious!

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  28. Nikki @ Road to Less CakeThursday, September 06, 2012

    Your food always looks great. I didn't have the chance to post mine yesterday so here it is: http://theroadtolesscake.blogspot.co.uk/2012/09/wiaw-on-thursday.html

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  29. totally missed the link party since I was a day late, but here's my first WIAW =D
    love your site!! i just spent way too much time browsing everything, and im pretty sure im stealing your pantry organization ideas very soon!

    http://www.sarahcupcake.com/2012/09/what-i-ate-wednesday.html

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  30. Thanks so much for hosting WIAW, I love it! I just did my first WIAW post this week and got a lot of positive feedback. Such a great idea.

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  31. Your Irish Nachos look INCREDIBLE!!! They're on my dinner menu this week- with scrambled eggs ON TOP of them! I bought yukon golds and jalepenos at the farmers market this morning- I'm ready!!
    - and thanks for the tip about cooking the taters on a wire rack! I can't wait to try it out!

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  32. I'm glad you love it!!!! =) I have so much fun hosting every week! The inspiration is endless!

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  33. No worries Sarah! I added it to the party for ya! =)

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  34. Added it for ya Nikki! =) Hope you're having a great week!

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  35. Ahhh that's awesome Penny!!!! So excited for your new fall habits! =)

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  36. I'm so glad you liked them!!!!!! I'm tempted to make a double batch for the freezer b/c I exhaust my supply as soon as I make them! At least we'll be addicts together =) xoxo

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