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!
My goal is to try to find balance in my life! Make time for both physical, challenging activity and rest and relaxation.
I definitely want to keep in touch with my friends more and not sweat the small stuff!
i would l.o.v.e. to complete 60 day Bikram challenge.
This year I want to take dance lessons with the bf!
My goal is to run a half marathon in 2012!
I would like to start practicing what I preach and focus on my health!
I want to take my kids someplace sunny before Oregon winter/rainy season ends. This will be a big deal because we have been very short on fun and I have never taken a sunny winter vacation in my life.
I would like to glow from the inside out! you are my role model angela!
Currently I live about an hour from my office and commute 4 days a week. My goal for 2012 is to sell my house and move in closer to where I work. Close enough to go home for lunch every day would be ideal!
I love to work out at home and did the Insanity DVD’s last year. I’d love to try Booty Camp. Thanks for the giveaway!
I would love to keep up with my bikram and hot vinyasa yoga classes!
My goal is to complete University! Im almost there!
Something I’d like to do in 2012? The Booty Camp Fitness DVD, of course?!? ;)
I’d like to get myself more on track so my impending 30th birthday feels like a new chapter rather than the end of the story. This would help towards the ass kicking and name taking portion of that goal :)
I’d like to run the half-marathon that I signed up for in under 2 hours!!
I’m hoping to floss at least three times a week minimum. People completely forget about oral health when making resolutions/goals!
My goal for 2012 is to not let my obsession with food/calories/weight ruin my life.
I’d like to run a race in 2012. I’s such a commitment phobe, but I think it’s time to bite the bullet.
PS. I LOVE lentil soup so much I can’t wait to try this!
This year I would like to travel, I get really nervous whenever I am far from home so I would like to conquer that fear for once!
I want to do more to get shelter animals adopted throughout the US
I want to complete at least one full pull-up…I’m so close so maybe if I’m feeling positive, I’ll make that at least two full pull-ups :-)