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 will like to do things for my self like exercise, things for MY well being…
I have a goal to run a second half marathon, and not have bursitis in my knee this time. I think my time will be much better this time around. Bring on spring training!
My goal is to give up diet soda! Tell Eric he’s part of my inspiration :)
Hi Angela,
The lentil soup looks so delicious! And with cold weather finally making an appearance in the next few days (at least it’s supposed to), this would be a great dinner. :) And one of my goals for this year is to eat more fish (but eat healthier, in general).
I’m considering doing my first full marathon this year, but I would really like to commit to doing a triathlon.
I would like to try and get out skiing every day, even after work when I am a little tired.
I would love to train for another marathon but working f/t and mom to 2yr old & 4yr old, running has not been seen for almost 5 yrs now. I’ll take any kind of fitness I can squeeze in therefore goal is to incorporate any kind of physical activity at least once to twice a week. And most of all, enjoy every moment with my kids and to not sweat the small stuff!
I would really like to work on healing my body from 2 years of anorexia and one year of binging…I really want to find my strength and prove to myself that I can lose weight healthily and don’t have to be a stick thin size two-not that alll size two’s are unhealthy. I just really want to feel better, and enjoy this life I’ve beeen given, and I believe my first step is expanding my horizons from vegetarianism to veganism :)
I want to better manage stress . I have a bad habit of always thinking about what is next on my to do list, which makes it difficult to be still and relax! To accomplish this goal, I’ve started using exercise and journaling as de-stressing tools.
I would like to finally get rid of the last bit of flab after ten years of trying so I can stop hating myself for being so weak. Thanks to all involved for the giveaway :)
In July 2012 I will be graduating with my Education degree from UNB (in Fredericton, New Brunswick!). I would love to teach Kindergarten, but job prospects are so slim here I will be happy to be employed (anywhere!) by the end of 2012!
I have been very good about doing cardio workouts regularly for the last 3 years, but this year I want to make it a goal to start doing strength training as well.
I am going to France and Italy with my sister in May and I want to have the most awesome trip ever!
I am getting married so I want a nice honeymoon.
I would love to train for a half marathon.
I am making a commitment to take care of myself this year. No more crazy bingeing, negative thoughts, etc. I have been tracking my food/excercise for the past month and have lost 4 months and my muscles are popping once again!!! I am excited to see where I can go this year!! I also need to eat more veggies/grains and rely less on processed vegan food :) And I need to stop baking Angelas chocolate chip cookies- I can’t control myself!!!
–i’d like to get my beach body back in 2012 & continue living a healthy lifestyle!
travel around, fully enjoy each and every day of with my husband.
I would like one weekend for myself with no house work, babies jumping on me, and no fighting 7-year olds. In other words, I’d like to spend the weekend by myself (or with my husband) in a quiet, serene setting.
Hi Angela,
It’s the first time I’ve ever commented, but really I should have thanked you long ago for all your wonderful recipes. My husband and my son and I have been enjoying them for at least a year!
This year I would like to make exercise and meditation a priority; somehow they seem to fall away as other to dos take their place. Having an at-home go to workout system would be awesome.
Keep up the fantastic work. You are an inspiration to me.
Thank you Roberta!