cherry cherry boom boom

totally have the Lady GaGa song stuck in my head. It's on the playlist, and it's not even my fav... just the "cherry cherry boom boom" sentence cracks me up everytime !

So I'm on the elliptical in the condo gym this evening for a 40 minute hill routine (level 8 'cuz I'm a wuss) and as usual, had some brilliant observations... ready ?

• I'm pretty sure that you should never have to watch a Burger King commercial when your heart rate is at 182. ew
• Olympic hockey is really not so super to follow when you have an ipod going ... couldn't figure out what the heck was going on half the time !
• I was totally envious of the sweaty runner guy on the treadmill doing 6 minute miles for 3 miles. That takes me like 30 minutes, took him 18. Not fair. And the realization that I'll never be fast :)
• Lightbulb - not jealous over the 6 minute miles... jealous that he was RUNNING and I was on the elliptical doing 'no impact'
• BajaBob's margaritas are only about 200 calories (that's TWO shots of tequila people ... figure 100 calories a shot !)... and Desert Lime rocks... if I can stick to my 500 + calorie a day cardio sessions, I'll treat myself to one on Sunday !
• The new Matishayu song 'One Day' rocks... just sayin'
• The best download of the day for me PCD's 'Whatcha Think About That' with Missy Elliot is a hoot... and yes, that's right... PCD = PussyCat Dolls, go ahead laugh
• If you are texting and/or talking on your cell phone while trying to cardio, you are not working hard enough and you're pissing me off. Rude
• note to self - bring own towel. No towels at the gym tonight, had to use a paper towel, I swear I sweat more than anyone else.
• crazy - and maybe because yesterday was Fat Tuesday - how fun would the RnR Half Marathon in New Orleans be ?? Feb 2011. hhhmmmm
• crazy - and maybe because I'm missing Florida - how fun would the Space Coast Half Marathon be ?
• the best running ad of the year: Brooks - they sponsor a "VIP Porta Potty" for some of the RnR events... "Run like the wind. Pee like a rock star." Seriously funny.

And last - we had true cod for dinner the other night (with a brussel sprout salad.. yum). I'm a big fish fan (white fish mostly) and I love tilipia ( i know i know... my sister is cringing right now) check out this recipe though... seriously good ! - and I'm guessing this would work with any white fish.

CHILI-RUBBED TILAPIA WITH ASPARAGUS AND LEMON

Tilapia, a relatively plentiful fish, has the unfortunate reputation of being dull. All it needs is a spice rub, a familiar barbecuing technique that works just as well indoors. You could also use this rub on chicken breasts or toss it with lightly oiled shrimp before cooking.

Ingredients 2 pounds asparagus, tough ends trimmed, cut into 1-inch pieces 2 tablespoon chili powder 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided 1 pounds fish, tilapia, or Pacific Sole or other firm white fish fillet 2 tablespoon oil, olive, extra virgin 3 tablespoon lemon juice Preparation Bring 1 inch of water to a boil in a large saucepan. Put asparagus in a steamer basket, place in the pan, cover and steam until tender-crisp, about 4 minutes. Transfer to a large plate, spreading out to cool. Combine chili powder, garlic powder and 1/4 teaspoon salt on a plate. Dredge fillets in the spice mixture to coat. Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the fish and cook until just opaque in the center, gently turning halfway, 5 to 7 minutes total. Divide among 4 plates. Immediately add lemon juice, the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt and asparagus to the pan and cook, stirring constantly, until the asparagus is coated and heated through, about 2 minutes. Serve the asparagus with the fish.

About This Recipe Prep Time: 3 mins Cook Time: 13 mins Total Time: 16 mins Serving(s) Nutrition Facts Amount Per Serving Calories: 210 Total Fat: 10 g Saturated Fat: 1 g Cholesterol: 48 mg Sodium: 418 mg Total Carbohydrate: 8 g Dietary Fiber: 4 g Protein: 24 g

When It Comes to Fish, Be Choosy

When you're buying tilapia, ask the person behind the fish counter where the fish came from. You want to steer clear of tilapia farmed in China or Taiwan, where pollution can be a big issue. U.S.-farmed tilapia is the best choice, and if you can't find that, fish from Central or South America is a good alternative