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 plan to run my 1st half marathon. Already signed up & got my start number, so if nothing unexpected happens, I’ll do it :) And then, there is a marathon just 3 days after my 30th birthday :) That would be a great gift for myself, but I’m not 100% committed to that one yet as I’m not an experienced runner and I’m not sure how I’ll handle endurance training.
I have made “toning” my goal for 2012 and building my stamina. This sounds like a perfect way to start that! I lost 45 pounds in 2011 and although I’d like to knock off a few more, my doctor tells me that it is more important to him that I work on strengthening and toning and maintaining. Definitely am working on better meals for my husband and myself too.
What a great giveaway! Thanks!
My goal this year is to rise above my health issues and start enjoying life again. This means getting my fitness back and eating healthy again – something your blog and, hopefully, workout DVDs is definitely helping with :)
In 2012, I want to finally learn Spanish and go hiking in the Rockies!!!!
I want to run another marathon!
This years goal is to share my inner light! That and wear yellow shoes! I would love a challenging new workout!
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I am recovering from two recent bowel resection surgeries and am just now getting back into strength training and working out. This would be a great way to get back into things. Would love to win this as way to reach the goal of “getting back to health” Many Thanks :-)
One of my 2012 goals is to not get takeout after work, and to actually take the time to plan and prepare dinners. Your website will be instrumental in helping me accomplish this!
i want to be more active. i need to be more active. i’ve got a family beach vacation in june, and a bikini is calling my name.
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2012 goal? Head west to the land of cowboys and movie stars. And get a Booty Camp Fitness fit booty bod!
Get healthy and loosing weight. I have a 2 year old son and I fear he’s going to follow in my footsteps. This is the year everything changes for me.
I’d like to get into grad school!
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My 2012 goal is to run my first half marathon! April 15. So excited. :)
In 2012, I’m going to get back in shape!
My goal for 2012 is to get fit and do strength training. I have scoliosis and I feel that I would benefit from a work out plan and dvds to keep me motivated and strengthen my back muscles.
I would like to be more patient, and easy going. I’ve had a stick up my ass for far too long. Time to yank that sucker out! Life is to short to waste it on stress.
My goal for 2012 is to volunteer more at local animal shelters, and perhaps come up with a financial plan that would allow me to open my own (my dream!!)