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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4 servings
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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 am going to finish my schooling in nutrition and go see the whales off vancouver island.
I would like to recommit to racing in 2012! Thanks for the giveaway!
This year I am going to try and appreciate every day. I have learned this past year life can be very short. I need to show the people I love how much they mean to me. Stop living for the future and have fun in the now.
2012 is going to be the year where my positives far outweigh my negatives.
This may sound rather selfish, but this year I want to focus on putting myself first and taking better care of myself in order to become a better wife, mother, friend, sister, daughter and employee.
I’m going to travel! I’m finishing my PhD this year and trying to find a postdoc position, so I’ll be travelling for interviews. I’m really excited to get to try so many new vegan restaurants in the cities I’ll be visiting.
i’d like to do more YOGA and strength training. i love running but i need to incorporate some different exercise too :)
my goal of 2012 is to be more content. its so easy to get wrapped up in issues, and work problems, and family issues, so i want to keep focused on making the best choices for me, and appreciating all i have!!
This year, I aspire to leave my food issues in the past.
To experience health–physically, emotionally, mentally, spiritually, communally.
To read books that are edifying (and spend less time on facebook and hulu.)
To do that which nourishes me, mind, body, and soul.
To learn to beekeep, or grow mushrooms.
2012 is going to be a wonderful year!
My goal for 2012 is to finally heal from my runner’s knee injury through strengthening other muscle groups and stretching! The dvd set would be a great start for finding alternative modes of exercise while I let my knee heal up.
To be perfectly honest, my 2012 goal is to get pregnant again and have a healthy baby in 2013 (I just miscarried at 10 weeks on the 3rd). In the meantime, I’m also going to train for the Divas 1/2 on Long Island and continue to try and cook healthy meals for my family and lead by example. This website has been a huge part in changing my family’s eating habits!!
In 2012 I plan to finish planning my July wedding, and try to have fun in the process! :)
I’m training for my first 10k race and considering a half marathon as well
I want to become a faster runner. I’m running approximately 10 min miles right now but I’d love to get to 9 min or less maybe!
I work at a university and am on a tenure track. I would like the research that I’m just starting to be published.
Mina
I am hoping to cook more this year, especially for friends and family!
One of my goals for 2012 is to try one totally new workout each month. I think it’ll be a fun way to mix things up and find some new ways to workout.
In 2012 I would love to start on my fitness instructor certification.
I’ve been so focused in 2011 on doing everything that I am obligated or responsible for….squeezing in workouts when I can for my time away from the daily grind. And although they are excellent breaks, I have let myself get away from some of my true loves. In 2012 I am going to scale back on obligations and responsibilities and get my writing porfolio going again, and take an oil painting class.
Angela, your blog has been a daily inspiration for me for over a year now— Thank you for keeping the blog so updated amidst your busy life and exciting new career opportunities!!
I would like to visit India this year and also run a 10k :)