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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4 servings
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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’d like to join a hiking club.
I want to learn transcendental meditation.
I would very much like to get my eating habits under control. Much like you I’ve had trouble with either starving myself or binge eating. I have this obsession with being fit… I would like to find a way to not only be fit, but fit, healthy and happy.
My biggest thing is that I want to take time each day to enjoy being a mom. To forget about all the things I need to accomplish and enjoy my babes…before they get too big!:)
I would love to try these workout dvds! My goals for 2012 include doing more yoga–it makes me happy when I am more consistent so I’m shooting for 2-3 times per week!
Yummy – am going to definitely try out this soup. After falling into a pattern of unhealthy eating and being sporadic in my physical activity, I decided to improve my mental health, get more energy and just overall feel better. Angela, your blog and recipes have been a large part of my journey. I have way more energy, better skin, my clothes fit better and I’m loving all the yummy food. No dieting for this chica…because I don’t need to! Healthy food can be yummy. :)
For 2012 – I’m going to work up to running my first-ever race – the Bluenose Marathon (10k). Despite running 5k regularly (2-3 times a week) for the past year, I’ve been chicken about entering a race. Not in 2012!
Excited for the giveaway!!
The one thing I want to do in 2012 is get a dog!! I’m a huge dog lover but haven’t been stable enough to own one of my own yet — I can’t wait!
In 2012, when I’m taking a break from the main goal of organizing every room of the house, I’d like to carve out more time to spend catching up with friends.
My goal is to workout more this year.
In 2012 my goal is to not have to buy a bigger size of jeans at any point this year, and also to be able to do a full extension (ballet)!
My goal for 2012 is to be more grateful for my wonderful life…and to drink a green smoothie every day!!
Something I’d like to do in 2012, is getting structured and organised.
I’d like to get into running more, I love to do it but I slacked in 2011. 2012 will be the year of running! (:
My 2012 goal is to find a new physical activity I love and stick with it! I’m fighting with a herniated disc right now, but will tackle this as soon as I’ve recovered.
Finally train and run a 1/2 marathon!! :)
This year I’m going to do my first triathlon! Starting from absolute scratch since I have only JUST learnt to ride a bike – why not go all the way though right?
I’m getting married in May, so my goal for 2012 is to get healthy and toned for my wedding day! I have 15lbs to lose, I’ll take all the help I can get!
I’d like to enter a 10K and run it injury-free! Also, I just made the lentil recovery soup for dinner tonight and it’s absolutely what my body was craving. I like that the cayenne adds just a little bit of “oomph” to it! A perfect dish for a cold day that included a workout! ;)
For 2012, I am hoping to do at least one thing that I’m afraid of.
I ran my second marathon in October and was 30 min faster than my first. I want to train for another one and encourage ad train my best friend to do her first.