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 want to run a marathon!
Overall in 2012, I want to be kinder to myself and others. I would also like to fully transition to being a full-time vegan. I’ve experimented with it, but can’t seem to kick the dairy sometimes. I’m a full-time student studying marine biology and find it hard to find time to care for myself.
This year I’d like to teach zumba and start a belly dancing class.
What do I not want to do in 2012?! Travel to new places, make new friends, bike to work, become fully vegan, get a new job…
I would love to run more than one 1/2 marathon this year. And, maybe travel to do it!
Also, I would like to see my abs again!
In 2012 I would like to camping & hiking along the North Shore of Lake Superior.
My goal for 2012 is to follow a nursing/health education path to accompany my public health background. 2011 was a difficult year for us, but so far 2012 has started well and I am looking forward to focusing on my goals.
My goal for 2012a is to get my pre-pregnancy body back! My baby boy is 5to months old now and while I have lost all of the baby weight, I’ve lost all of my muscle along with it :(
I also want to run the Bay to Breakers, a very popular 12K in San Francisco, as my first race!
I’d like to eat more cruciferous vegetables! I LOVE green monster smoothies but hardly ever eat greens outside of those.
I want to explore vegetarianism. I have long been a devoted meat eater but lately I find myself moving away from meat and towards veggie options. I want to keep exploring how this makes me feel.
I’m hoping to add in more strength and cross training this year…these would probably be a good way of doing that!
My goal is to complete an 8k run (Feb 12). Then push myself to go further!
Work on my posture.
My 2012 goal is to run my first 5K! I keep telling my self I’ll do it but I never do, this is the year!
My goal for 2012 is to get my life together… in as many ways as I can. Budget, organize, clean my house. Basically start living like an adult.
I am 68 years old, alone and would like directions on how to feel better about myself and not go around thinking “I am nothing” and “I am nobody”. I think some help sprucing up of my body image would do it.
My main goal is to be happy. I am going to try and work on my stress.
Well, this is the year I turn 40! So, my goal this year is to be the first member of my family (parents/grandparents/siblings..etc.) to make it to 40 without being on any medications or having any major health conditions. So for me, the goal is ‘Fit by Forty”!
by the way..the soup my not look lovely..but it sure sounds good :)
Oh this sounds Amazing. My goals is to be healthy- healthy mind, healthy body and to be in the moment. I’ve been working on bringing harmony to my life, and its getting better, than when I was working 16 hour days and living on Chinese takeouts. Therefore my goal is this year to gain peace, and if on the way I manage to run a 10K it will be an added bonus. :)
I’m getting married in July, and am working on toning up to be honeymoon bathing suit ready! :)
I’m also training for my first marathon in the fall!