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 in 2012 is to add variety to my fitness routine!
As a life-long over achiever I have always aimed for perfection in everything I do. My goal this year is to accept that something (myself included) doesn’t have to be perfect to be and feel wonderful.
One of my goals is to finally go on a vacation somewhere tropical w/ just me & my boyfriend and look great in whatever bathing suit I bring!
I want to go camping in the mountains in Colorado. To do that, I have to work on my general physical wellbeing and time management in order to be in a good place to go. Thanks for posting this giveaway!
I would like to live life to the fullest and not take anything for granted. My goal is to focus on enjoying each day and not getting stuck in the rut of the routine of everyday life. Even with work, school, etc., there is room for fun and spontaneous things!
Get back into distance running! I’m dedicating January through March to finishing my Master’s and then I’m going to get some good use out of the Forerunner my parents surprised my with for Christmas!
My goal for 2012: Get accepted into the grad school I WANT so badly to get into! Wish me luck!
i would like to create my own recipe for vegan frosting without all the processed sugar and margarine. oh, and keep up with my blog!
I’d like to get some routines in place for various aspects of my life. I think that would make it much easier to get things accomplished.
do an unassisted chin up!!
I would love to learn to take care of myself again in 2012. I have seriously neglected both my health and mental well being while taking care of everyone else. But I have to learn that if I don’t take care of myself, I won’t be around to help the people who depend on me. I am going to learn to love myself and my body again. Between your blog and the DVDs, I think I have a good shot!
Laugh and love as much as possible. :)
I want to write more and get back some of my french!
Hi Angela, I have been following your blog for some time now, I love all your recipe and have tried many, you have become quite an inspiration in my life and I check your blog all the time looking for new recipes and tips some things I would like to accomplish in 2012 would be to run my first 10k (I recently just signed up for one in may), to start my own blog, and to hopefully get the job at a new vegan bakery opening up in my neighborhood (my interview is next week) but most importantly to spend more time appreciating myself loving my body and learning not to stress out about missing a workout or eating a cupcake :)
Find a way to make exercise fun again, instead of just something I have to get through.
I would like to stick to a daily exercise routine.
My goal for 2012 is to be able to run a mile without stopping.
I want to visit two places that I’ve never been before. I’m already planning one trip to Mexico in February!
I’d like to start writing the book I’ve been thinking about for the past couple of years.
I want to get out and about in the Milwaukee area and hopefully do a few volunteer activities.
Also, tone my booty with this disc set! Haha :)