This was a REALLY tough one to guess!
Apple cupcakes.
I saw this idea in one of Martha’s magazines at my sister’s place and I knew I had to make them immediately! All I could think about was how much kids would enjoy these fun apple ‘cupcakes’.
Or 27 year old kids. ;)
Apple Cupcakes
Adapted from Martha.
Ingredients:
- 1 apple, cored and cut in half
- Nut butter (I used TJ’s Sunflower seed butter)
- 2 tbsp Breakfast cobbler
- 1/2 tsp unsweetened coconut, for garnish
- 2-3 tbsp high protein chocolate carob pumpkin pudding
Directions: Core apple and cut in half. Place apple cut side up and add a layer of nut butter, cobbler, and coconut on one half. On the other half add a big scoop of ‘icing’ (aka pudding!) and then cobbler and coconut. If making a bunch for a party, serve in jumbo muffin liners on a serving tray.
I had my apple cupcakes with 2/3 of a not-yet-existing Glo bar.
I looooooved this cupcake idea. So fun. Can’t you just see these at a kids birthday party or at a baby shower?
And of course the topping ideas are endless! Nut butter, pudding, granola, yogurt, VOO, etc!
After digesting, I hit the road for a short and sweet 5k run.
A great run and it was over before I knew it began.
How often do you replace your running shoes?
Over the past few weeks I have been suspecting that I need to order another pair of running shoes. I searched online for information on when to replace them because I wasn’t really sure! In the past, I have simply replaced them when they got really, really worn down or holes in them, but even though my Brooks sneakers are currently still intact I have noticed that they don’t feel the same anymore and don’t have the same support.
How did I know this? Because lately I have been tying my shoelaces tighter and tighter just to obtain the support I need and I never had to do this before. I have also noticed a few aches and pains in my foot that I never had previously.
I found an article on Running.about.com and it says that you should replace your runners every 300-400 miles (other articles say 300-550 or every 3-6 months, so it varies a lot!). I did a quick tally of my mileage since I bought the shoes mid-March and I have run over 310 miles on these sneakers. It has been exactly 6 months too!
I run outdoors which is harder on shoes and I also run on rougher terrain at times (gravel and lots of hills/declines); both of these factors can wear your shoes down faster.
There are also lots of tests you can do on your sneakers to check for wear and tear (found here).
So it looks like all signs point to ordering a new pair ASAP! What better excuse to gather up all our old sneakers and donate them to a good cause too.
I think it is important to keep in mind that the above articles are simply recommendations and rules of thumb. It is always important to listen to how your body feels most importantly and trust your gut.
How often do you replace your sneakers?
That is so creative! I am definitely going to try that one day this week.
those apples look so good. i’m sad i already ate breakfast ’cause i’d totally eat those! :)
those ‘muffins’ are so cute – you can always count on Martha for unique ideas! :) This would be a great thing for a party…
Usually I can tell my runners need to be replaced when they start splitting a the tread somewhere… thankfully I don’t usually have pain to tell me. :)
CUTE apple cupcakes! Love that idea!
I let my running shoes get really dirty and old before I replace them! But if I notice that they don’t give as much support as they used to, it’s time for a new pair! I don’t like getting new running shoes because you have to break them in and it’s harder to run in a new pair.
What a great idea!
I once stuffed apples with cottage cheese/egg/oat mixture, and baked them for about half an hour. Not exactly vegan, but I’m sure it can be veganized :) It was really yummy
Oooooh sounds delicious. That’s got me thinking… “Inside out apple pie” I may have to work on that recipe!
Love the apple cupcakes, what a cute idea! :)
What a terrific idea to use up the apples I’m going to buy at the apple orchard this year! I love how apples are so versatile! Thanks
Omg. Those apple cupcakes are beautiful! :) I replace my running shoes every 350 to 400 miles. My legs can usually tell me when i need a new pair.
Ooohh those cupcakes look so good! Healthiest I’ve ever seen :p
I’m yet to replace my running shoes..but I’ve made a good 6months+, so I probably should! Definetly before my marathon at least :s
I love swimming because I only need to replace my suits when the elastic in the straps becomes stretched, exposed, and sticky, or when the suit becomes see through. Polyester suits last forever.
Those apple cupcakes look so good! As per usual, I want to lick all the frosting off. Always my favorite part!
Cute idea!
Ironically enough I just ordered a new pair of shoes last week! I agree with the 300-500 or 3-6 months, whichever comes first. I haven’t had a very high mileage this summer as last summer, but do have a 1/2 in 3 week (eeeep!) and after my long run the other day I noticed that my ankle was feeling ‘weak’ again. I know that I need to be more consistent with my stretching, but part of my also remembered that I hadn’t bought new shoes since March. So hopefully a combination of those two things should strengthen the area. There’s the whole barefoot theory now and I see a lot of people doing it, so that’s also another option. But maybe not so much if you’re running on rough terrain like you mentioned.
This is adorable!
I thought it was just going to be muffins — that would have been too easy. Those are so cute! And much more healthy and filling too!
I replace my running shoes 1-2x per year, depending on how many races I have, how often I am running, etc. During marathon training I do follow the 300 mile rule, and I had the same “feelings” as you: my feet weren’t feeling great, I had to tie them very tightly, etc.
When I was running longer distances I religiously changed shoes every 4 months/500 miles.
I’ve gotten to the point where I can just tell I need new shoes. Usually I will begin to feel more pressure in my knees. I also look at the bottom to see how worn the treads are. Checking out the side gel pockets is important too!
I never get rid of my “old” running shoes right away. I keep them around to wear on walks or during strength training. This way my running shoes are stricly for running. They last a lot longer this way!!
Yum, Yum, Y U M ! ! ! I need to make these immediately !!
Keep on running! Your times are improving, which is so great. If I am running a lot I change my shoes about every four months, but it takes me much longer to actually throw them out. I use them to “run” errands and chores around the house. When I have a whole bunch I take them to the Nike store to have them recycled into tracks.
I’ve always heard every 6 months if you are active… I love new sneekers.
Cutest cupcakes, they look delicious; I wonder about baking the apples inthe winter. As for running shoes I just replaced mine because I was noticing some aches and feeling that my arches and ankles were not as supported. I usually go by feeling and then weigh my decision on how long it’s been
SO cute!! I squealed at my desk!
Totally making one tomorrow to take to work!