2nd Run + Tangy Tilapia Avocado Wrap

Posted: March 16, 2012

I made it through another run last night.  I did come up with a few excuses...but I tied my laces and got out there.  Whew is all I can say.  It was definitely harder than the first run, for a couple of reasons:  1) My body was already slightly tired from the run 2 days prior.  2) Instead of having a doggie partially PULL me along the trail(s), this time I PUSHED the jogging stroller with a 25lb little munchkin inside!  Running is not comfortable for me, someone who still has about 30 pounds to shed.  Each ounce of fat (or pound, Lord knows I have a lot of ounces!!) in my butt cheeks felt like it was going "up" with each stride, and then SLAMMING down towards the ground as my foot hit the ground.   Am I the only one who experiences this extreme discomfort whilst running?  Hopefully as I continue to get leaner, this awful phenomenon will go away. 

Hubby was working late, so Babycakes was my running partner (not the pooch).  Despite the bored look on her face in this particular photo, she did great and enjoyed the scenery and beautiful warm night!

She was really excited to see the playground as we made it over the last hill.  Aren't those the cutest little shoes you've ever seen?  Basically Baby Keens, but from Tar-get. :)

We got home and I put together created a yummy dinner.

Tangy Tilapia Avocado Wraps

Ingredients:

  • 3 filets of tilapia (I used tortilla lime encrusted filets, so there was already some flavor included)
  • 1 avocado
  • 1/2 cup diced pineapple
  • 1/2 packet of dry ranch dressing mix
  • 3/4 cup plain Greek Yogurt (I used Chobani)
  • *would also be good with mango I bet, but I didn't have any*

Cook the tilapia (I microwaved mine because I'm lazy busy).  Then, mash everything together.  Sprinkle some cheese on top and enjoy in a wrap!  YUMMM!!

Here's some of the ingredients in a bowl:

Spread onto the wrap (I used the Flatout wraps, suggested by Corrie Anne). Sprinkle w/cheese.

Close-up of the creamy tangy goodness:

And I served mine with a banana and sea-salt almonds (first pic).  It was delicious! And there's leftovers: I think I'll serve it over salad for tomorrow's lunch. This would also be a nice GREEN item to serve for St. Patty's day coming up :)  That and some Mean Green Juice!

UPDATE - EVEN YUMMIER:

OMGoodness - I ate this tilapia avocado mix on apple slices today for lunch... SOOOOOOOO YUUUUUMMMMMMMMMY!!!  Better than the wrap!!!

Do you have any plans for St. Patty's day?  What do you do to celebrate?

Is running uncomfortable? How do you push through it?

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Comments

Submitted by Emily Moore - March 16, 2012 - 8:59am

Running does get easier. I just started last summer as I was doing WW. My 2nd half marathon is on Sunday. I still have about 18 lbs to go, but I really enjoy the running. Plus, I'm finding new foods and flavors to make the diet easier. Good luck on your journey!

Submitted by kelly - March 16, 2012 - 11:31am

Thanks Emily for the encouragement! 2nd 1/2 marathon... WOW!! That's so awesome!

Submitted by Mom - March 16, 2012 - 11:24am

I'm so proud of both of you!! My running career was very short and sporadic. I still have my Peachtree t-shirt from 1993 and my Boulder Bolder shirt from 1999-my only two "official" 10K runs. These days it's only a tiny bit of jogging on the downhill sections around here! Hope you both have a fabulous weekend!

Submitted by kelly - March 16, 2012 - 11:32am

I'm going to try to "get into running"... we'll see if it happens :) I know it just gets harder with age, so I'll enjoy it while it (and my knees) lasts!

Submitted by V - March 19, 2012 - 11:42am

I agree with Emily, running gets a ton easier. I'm 20lbs over weight, and if I can do it, I'm sure you can. I'm loving the shoes from Target, I'm going to have to get my daughter some of those.

Submitted by kelly - March 19, 2012 - 11:48am

I love those shoes so much I went back and got the next bigger size (6) so she can wear them all summer! Run #3 was better/easier than run #2. But I'm not seeing the scale move much this week, which is a bit disappointing. My body is probably in freak-out mode... what are you doing to me?!?!???

Submitted by Bethany - March 20, 2012 - 12:06am

Good for you!! Keep up the running! I watched that show a couple weeks ago and decided to start the reboot. I started last Monday and it is going great!! I have lost about 6lbs. So far. I am doing a 30 day reboot. I too have about 40lbs to lose. I'm hoping to be there by summer! Good luck to you!!! You are an inspiration!!!!! Thanks!!!!

Submitted by kelly - March 20, 2012 - 12:37am

6lbs is a great start! Keep up the good work! What are some of your favorite juices?

Submitted by Shirley - July 17, 2012 - 3:46pm

I am making these for fish Friday. Thank you! I was checking what I needed to make the Zuppa Soup and this came up-I bought a huge pack of Omega Wraps at Costco last Friday so this is the perfect way to use the last of them up. I don't eat tilapia often bc it is farmed but once in a while-I do like it a lot. Thanks!

Submitted by Shirley - July 20, 2012 - 9:52pm

Actually the only similarities between mine and your turned out to be the tilapia, avocado and in a wrap-but yours inspired mine. I grilled the fish-then spread a homemade turnip and sweet potato yogurt dip on my wrap-put the fish on and sliced avocado-romaine lettuce leaves and mango salsa. It was delish. I grilled some pattypan squash to go with. Thanks for the inspiration.

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