I never thought it would be so difficult of me to NOT run. I used to be the girl that HATED running so much that she quit track!
I am still recovering from my cold and hoping to shake this potential case of plantar fasciitis, so I know rest is the best remedy. However, it is so tough to restrain myself from running. I want to run more than anything tonight but I decided to rest and stretch. I want to make sure I kick this cold and heal my foot.
I have to remember that restraint is tough but a necessity as a successful runner. When I ran Boston last year I didn’t control my pace on the beginning when I should have. I got a little excited and burnt myself out so the second half of the marathon was more difficult than it should have been. Whether it is pace, distance, or running at all, this is case where I have to realize that it is for the best interest of my running to REST.
Instead of getting my run in, I will enjoy grilled cheese and red lentil soup. Dave is excited for this soup because it has coconut milk in it. This recipe is from my new cookbook, The Feed Zone Cookbook: Fast and Flavorful Food for Athletes by Biju Thomas and Allen Lim. This book has a lot of quick and easy recipes that I can’t wait to try!
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1-2 tablespoons curry powder (or substitute chili powder)
- 1 small onion, minced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon minced jalapeño
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup red lentils, rinsed (I used regular lentils)
- 3 cups water or stock
- 1 cup plain yogurt (I used Chobani)
- 1/4 cup diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- 1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
- In a large stock pot, heat oil over medium heat. Add the curry powder and toast for a few seconds, then add onion, garlic, jalapeño, and coconut milk. Stir together and let cook 5 minutes.
- Add lentils and water or stock. Bring to a boil, then turn heat down and let simmer until lentils are tender, about 20-30 minutes.
- If desired, add yogurt, tomatoes, cilantro, and ginger. Adjust flavor with salt.
Have you had problems with restraint before?
Have you had an experience where you showed good discipline and restraint?
