The lovely ladies from Booty Camp Fitness recently sent me their new Ultimate Home Edition 11-disc workout plan to try out. I am a big fan of their first workout DVDs, so I was really excited to try their newest series. Sammie Kennedy- the Creator of Booty Camp Fitness- and the other amazing boot-camp instructors have a very friendly and laid-back style, making even the biggest exercise newbie feel confident. When you think of a “boot camp” workout, you often think of instructors screaming at you and lots of intensity. This isn’t Booty Camp’s style at all. It’s all about having fun, empowering women, and making it seem like you are working out with a few of your girlfriends (who just happen to know some killer workout exercises).
The 11-disc series contain the following workouts:
The DVDs come with a workout calendar, jump rope, measuring tape, lifestyle guide, and e-cookbook as well. I’ve been testing out the workouts since the end of December and I’m starting the 2-month plan this week.
The workout that I love to hate? 20-minute Bounce ‘n Burn (jump rope)
Burn isn’t even the word! My legs feel like bricks when I do this workout. The last time I jumped rope was probably in grade school so it wasn’t pretty the first time I did it. After a couple painful sessions, I’ve relearned how to jump rope without whipping myself like silly (tip: wear long pants!). It will probably take me at least a few more sessions until I’m not gasping for air..it’s an intense 20 minutes, even with alternating jumping rope with strength exercises.
So far the videos are going well and I’m loving the variety of the 11 workouts. My muscles hate me though, so I’ve been making sure to stretch a lot, take my rest days when needed, and get lots of protein following tough workouts.
Like with this Triple lentil Recovery Soup!
Featuring all new, protein-packed salads, hearty toppers, flavour boosters, and dressings you'll want to drink, my new cookbook will transform the way you think about salads. Oh, and be sure to flip to the back for a surprise dessert chapter!
Triple Lentil Recovery Soup
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Packed with over 25 grams of protein per serving, this soup will aid with post-workout recovery and get you back in the game in no time.
Ingredients
- 1 tsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 sweet onion, chopped (~2 cups)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 heaping cup chopped celery
- 1/2 tsp coriander
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
- 5-6.5 cups vegetable broth, depending on how thin/thick you want it
- 1/2 cup dry red lentils
- 1/2 cup dry black beluga lentils
- 1 cup dry green/brown lentils
- Kosher salt & pepper, to taste (I used about 1/2 tsp salt)
Directions
- In a large skillet or pot, add the oil and sauté the onion and garlic over low-medium heat for about 6-7 minutes.
- Add in the celery and sauté another few minutes. Stir in the spices and cook for another couple minutes on low.
- Now, rinse and drain the lentils and stir into skillet/pot. Add the broth and stir well. Increase heat and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover, a simmer until thick and lentils are cooked, about 45 minutes to an hour. Watch closely and stir frequently so it doesn’t stick to the pot. Add more broth to thin out if desired. You can also use an immersion blender to blend some of the soup a bit. I did this, but left it mostly chunky. Add salt and pepper to taste.
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Prepare yourself for a high protein and flavourful soup, great for all those sore muscles that we often have at the beginning of the year. A little bit goes a long way with this soup! It’s extremely filling and lovely with a toasted bun or piece of bread.
It’s a bit of an “ugly duckling” soup, but I think we learned not to judge food by its appearance long ago. ;)
Booty Camp Fitness Giveaway!
The ladies from Booty camp Fitness are giving away one of their Ultimate Home Edition 11-disc workout plan (this includes the 11 workout DVDs, the calendar, jump rope, measuring tape, and lifestyle guide) to a lucky OSG reader!
If you’d like a chance to win the Ultimate Home Edition 11-disc workout plan, simply leave a comment below telling me: Something you’d like to do in 2012 (maybe a goal you’d like to accomplish or something fun you want to do!). Contest is open until Wednesday. Goodluck!
I would like to make progress in 2012. Better wife, better friend, better blogger, better writer, better housekeeper, better attorney, better version of myself so that I can quit thinking about myself so much.
So many goals for this coming year! Yoga weekly, 5k in March, finish school, and travel with my fella:)
I would like to (1) help a dog in need by adopting or fostering and (2) learn to use my sewing machine (in between bike rides, runs, and weight routines!).
Coincidentally, my goal this year is to tone and build some muscle. To help me attain my goal, my husband bought the xbox kinect and some workout “games” and i purchased an ashtanga video (since i can’t find a nearby class!) Here’s hoping they do more than collect dust! That soup looks delicious – love lentils :)
My goal is to focus on training (hills!) so that I can run a confident half marathon this May.
I’m so excited to be doing the RAGBRAI (The Register’s Annual Great Bicycle Ride Across Iowa)!! It’s a 7 day ride that covers 450-500 miles across Iowa. I’ve wanted to it for years and 2012 is my year!
I want to qualify for the Boston Marathon in 2012!
I’d like to lose 50 pounds :)
My goal this year is to run more half-marathons, run another full marathons, and to incorporate strength training into my workouts twice a week.
I’d like to run a 10K this spring!
I want to run a 5k in under 30 minutes!
I want to spend more time with my family in 2012 (Not really related to fitness, but still important!)
something im all about this year is moderation. i tend to be a black and white extremest. but im embracing my inner hippie. ha.
My goal for 2012 is to try more things that scare me. For example, I just tried skiing!
Last years goal was to convert the entire family to being vegan..done! I am so proud of them. We are all healthier and feeling better. I am still “chubby”and trying to find something to do at home in little time ( I am mom to 3 girls, 15, 5, 4) to get me back in shape! I would love to try the booty camp.
2012 More exercise, and no sugar.
In 2012, i would like to become a better runner, eat more raw fruits and vegetables, and be a more optimistic and outgoing person :)
My goal is to feel comfortable with my body.
My top 2012 goal is to make peace with food and my body. More specifically, to stop being afraid of food and embrace it – and myself! :) This blog is hugely inspiring – so thanks!
I would like to cook more this year and go out to eat less.
move to Canada to be with my boyfriend, find a job, be able to teach my favorite group ex classes at any gym, make new friends!