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!
Since I reached my big goal already (moving to Scottsdale with a good job!) I am now going to push myself to be more outgoing to meet new people with the same interests as me :).
In 2012 I WILL get into Teach for America, as well as the New York Marathon!!!
Would like to do an Olympic/International distance triathlon
One of my goals for 2012 is finding a better balance between my demanding work schedule and triathlon training.
Become more fluent in German!
I would like to start incorporating meatless Monday into my life. AND juice at least once a week!
I’d like to run a 5k this year! I used to be all about running but kind of fell off the wagon as I got older. I think a 5k is a good “starter goal” as I get back into running :-)
I am making more of an effort to be compassionate in my everyday life – not just to animals but to people as well (which I’m not always the best at). I also want to up my raw food intake and maintain my other healthy eating habits.
My goal for 2012 is to run a marathon! :)
I plan to do all of the things that I have wanted to do for a long time but held back. Travel to places that I have never seen before, do things that scare me and work on living without being concerned of what others think about me and instead, accepting every piece of myself.
I want to get back into the shape I was in prior to having my two kids, and I’m on a budget so I’m planning to do it using home workouts and yoga. This would be perfect, because I love the intensity of boot-camp style workouts!
my desire (not a fan of “resolutions”) for 2012 is to MOVE my body EVERY day!
In 2012 I hope I would be able to save money$ so I can make real plans for 2013! :)
i would love to do body pump and/or yoga once a week!
My twin sister is getting married in Mexico in April. I would love to rock my tonest bod yet, and I’m pretty sure this workout set might be helpful :)
This soup looks lovely and what a giveaway! I’m hoping to run a marathon this year!! Here’s hoping :)
My goal for this year is to (finally) get pregnant. Hoping that 2012 will be my year!
One of my goals for 2012 is to run my 3rd marathon! Not sure when or where, but it’s gonna happen :)
My boyfriend and I want to move into our new house and adopt our first pup!
I want to write in my journal every day in 2012 :D