<p>OK, so the condiment H put on the tilapia is called Chermoula; it’s a Moroccan condiment. Here’s the ingredients:</p>
<p>1 bunchcilantro, leaves and stems intact
4 cloves garlic, peeled
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/4 c. extra virgin olive oil
1/4 c. lemon juice</p>
<p>4 (6-ounce) fish fillets</p>
<p>Chop cilantro, garlic, cumin, red pepper flakes and a large pinch of salt in a food processor; with the machine running, drizzle in oil and lemon juice.</p>
<p>Season both side of fish with salt and pepper. Spread 1/4 of the chermoula in an overproof baking dish, lay fish on top, and cover evenly with remaining chermoula. Bake until fish is opaque and tender, 12-15 minutes.</p>
<p>Makes 4 servings; each serving is 310 calories.</p>
<p>I ate the rest for lunch today and wish I had more! This condiment can also be used on chicken, beef and lamb. I truly think I found a new favorite, and this answers the question from another thread as to the best way to store fresh cilantro… you don’t have to because you use it all. I got an Aerogarden for Christmas, specifically because I want to grow my own cilantro, but I haven’t started it yet (was waiting for some custom seed packets to come). Will also grow some basil.</p>
<p>wjb - if you buy tilapia at a place like Whole Foods, etc., they purchase from farms that control what the fish are fed that gives tilapia (and other farm-raised fish) and bad name. And while I may not be getting all the omega-3 fatty acids that I’d get if I ate another fish, I’m getting more than I would if I ate no fish, which is what 99% of my life has been.</p>
<p>teri - thanks! If you love cilantro, check the salad recipe I posted on the cilantro thread - it is relatively low in calories and packs many veggies in one yummy dish! Here in my neck of the woods, it is a very popular salad at the Nordstrom cafes.</p>
<p>I prefer running/walking outside, but where I live this is not possible all year long. Some runners can brave the extremely cold temperatures, but ice and snow on the streets force everyone to the gym.</p>
<p>MOWC – I think I’ve read that running outside vs. on a treadmill uses different muscles. Does that make sense to you? I find running outside easier (weather permitting).</p>
<p>The muscles used are a little different and your stride can be different, depending on how used to switching back and forth you get to be. I don’t run on the dreadmill all that often, so I tend to be a little sore in different places after I do. One of my running friends says the dreadmill hurts her knees, but my former coach (was a SMU track scholarship runner in the 60s) did a lot of his training on the treadmill as an older runner because he thought it was easier on his legs and prevented injury.</p>
<p>I find the treadmill to be easier than running outside. Weather can be a factor (too hot or too cold) but is not the overriding problem in this area. We don’t have many sidewalks or trails so for the most part I would be running in the road, which slants a little and creates hip problems. I alternate sides of the road and try to run in the middle where possible, but still not ideal. It is hilly so that creates a challenge and right now just running is challenge enough. The road seems to have less bounce than the treadmill, so is harder on my knees. The fact that the treadmill keeps me at a constant speed helps me to not start out too fast. On the other hand, H does all of his runs outside, except in very extreme weather. I think running 13 or so miles on a treadmill would be a different experience than running 3 miles on a treadmill. </p>
<p>I was able to run for a continuous 25 minutes yesterday and nothing hurts, which is all I can ask for at this point. I walk outside almost every day, albeit at a comfortable rather than aerobic pace.</p>
<p>H was complaining about weakness on his run yesterday, so I loaded him up with whole grain pasta for dinner last night and he said he felt great this morning. I had cut a little too far back on the carbs for his needs.</p>
<p>I can jog on the treadmill for 20-30 minutes but wouldn’t last more than 2 blocks outside! For some reason, it’s just a totally different “run” for my body.</p>
<p>The weather has been too nice to us here in my neck of the woods, so running on a treadmill does not look too appealing while it is 60 degrees and no rain outside!</p>
<p>MomOfWildChild,
"MiamiDAP- If you are walking 15 minute miles, either you are really getting your HR up high and sweating, or your course is short. "</p>
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<li>All below is for outside activity. Indoor is much harder, makes me tired and sweaty.
I walk 1 hour, 4 miles every day. It is very tricky NOT to sweat. You really need to adjust clothe for very small fluctuations in temperature and wind strength / direction, which I am doing. Also there are strategies like removing hat / gloves / layer of clothe. I do not sweat outside. My HR does not go up with walking after I have been doing it for about 25 years. It does go up in gym while doing weights, but not from any of my cardio (not from walking, swimming, rollerblading).</li>
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<p>W/respect to your post 868: Some months ago I read about a guy trying to market a “personal treadmill” (that is not what he called it) which was designed to be used while standing at a desk. The idea was that desk workers could walk very slowly, but continuously. The gist of the articles I read was that quite a few calories could be burned throughout the course of the day using this contraption, but of course it also would allow one to avoid all the seat time. I don’t remember what he suggested about raising the height of one’s desk. Has anyone else read anything about this, or know someone who uses one?</p>
<p>The problem with sitting on one’s can for many hours at a stretch is that humans did not evolve to do this. It makes perfect sense to me that the body doesn’t like it.</p>
desks at my office could be raised. the reason that I know is we have one lady who is working standing up - was suggested by her doc. for some neck problem and it helps. I would not be able to stand up for whole day, but I agree that sitting down for long time is not easy either, I get up very often. Also, do not overexercise, it might also cause problem. I was researching irregular heart beat and came across that it could be caused by exercising too much (also by cafeine, if you are supersensitive to it, like me).</p>
<p>I can’t stand sitting at a desk all day long. It makes me nuts. By three o’clock, I think I’m going to scream, and I just shut down. If I had the slow treadmill, I know I’d be much more productive.</p>
<p>The treadmill desk idea: I can’t find the articles I read, but the links below are about a similar idea. It looks like you are supposed to haul your full-sized treadmill into your office and build a desk around it. I thought I remembered the idea as a short little treadmill that could work with a raised desk.</p>
<p>At any rate, if any of you work at home, here are some links for treadmill desks:</p>
<p>I have not heard of such a treadmill, but it is an interesting idea. Unfortunately, I’m such a clutzy person, I’d fall off of even a slow-moving treadmill if I try to concentrate on something else besides walking (I can talk while I walk or run, but that’s all :)) Another “desksercise” idea I heard of is using one of those big exercise balls instead of a chair, which, apparently, helps you keep the right posture and exercise certain muscle groups while doing your work (again, not for me :))</p>
<p>Even though those numbers on the scale aren’t moving right now, I had two successes yesterday.</p>
<p>1) Burned over 425 calories on the treadmill - the most so far.
2) Had a baked potato with salsa on it. First time in my life for no butter and/or sour cream on the potato. The salsa was mango/peach.</p>
<p>What successes are you having? We will celebrate them! :)</p>
<p>eddie, I like the salsa idea on the potato. I found the fat-free sour cream I used to buy had corn syrup in it so was wondering how to eat a potato with something healthy on it. Good for you. </p>
<p>My weight is also not moving, but I am getting in better condition. I ran for 25 minutes continuous minutes this morning (went at 6:00 am). Last night I ate a homemade grilled turkey burger mixed with a little blue cheese (no bun) and baked cauliflower with various spices. I hope to see some movement on the scales next week.</p>
<p>VerryHappy,
“By three o’clock, I think I’m going to scream, and I just shut down.”</p>
<p>-Bragging time - I am out of office by 3:30pm. It is my choice to work 6:30am - 3:30pm. This way I can exercise 2 hours/day and still devote many hours to my favorite activities at home. There are few weeks /year when I work 5am - 2pm, starting from home at 5am, then continue at the office.</p>
<p>^^^I like that quitting time, but I’m not sure I like that start time . . . </p>
<p>Eddieodessa and The Analyst: Try mixing a little skim milk into your baked potato, instead of butter/margerine or sour cream. Makes it moist without calories.</p>
<p>My scale has finally moved. Two 1/2 weeks in and I am down 2 pounds! Thanks to all who encouraged/supported me when the scale was stuck.</p>
<p>I am still using my food log (I also log weight, any workout that day and blood pressure) and I am making better food choices. I have had very few sweets and then only small amounts. This is big for me as I love sweets. I am finding myself craving sugar less. I have also cut back on carbs and am eating more fruits and veggies. I am working out on the treadmill every other day and walking the dog more as well as doing some toning and small weights.</p>