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!
For 2012, I’d like to do more yoga. I’ve been slacking andI really need the relaxation and flexibility that yoga helps me to accomplish.
In 2012, I want to attend yoga atleast once a week!
In 2012, I hope to find my first job as a therapist after getting my masters degree in May!
My top goal for 2012 is to stop sweating the small stuff! I also want to get into the habit of packing more fulfilling lunches to take to work with me so that I don’t snack all afternoon- that’s always bad news!
Oh, I need something like this badly! I’ve been trying to work out at home and lack the knowledge or motivation to really push myself like I would in a gym class. I’m getting married in four months, too, so, I need to step it up!
In 2012, my big goal is to MAKE things again – I’m an artist and designer who has slacked a lot lately. My hope is to make something that I actually show people and sell: I’d love to have an art show somewhere, or finish a line of jewelry and get it carried by a shop.
I would love to go on a helicopter ride.
During the next year, I’d love to shed those last pesky 5 pounds!
I’d really really really like to bale my own bread!
Run another marathon! After my first last year, I guess its safe to say I am hooked!
My 2012 goal is to run a sub 1:50 half marathon (which I plan on doing Jan 29th!) so then my next goal is to resist the post half laziness (and +5 lbs) I always fall into!!
I’d like to stop worrying about things that I have no control over!
I want to climb a new mountain, go on holiday abroad and….dare I type it ‘aloud’…run a marathon – eeeeek!
My goals are to run a 10K, to start my health counseling business, and to start blogging myself!
My goal for 2012 is to set a new PR on my second 1/2 marathon! I want to prove to myself that I can do it =D’
I have a huge pot of lentils in my fridge right now! Actually, they are for your ultimate lentil loaf… ha ha!
In 2012, I hope to get married to my fiancé (that’s the plan, now to figure it all out!), and achieve a personal record in a road race. =)
I want to deliver a healthy baby boy in May, then run the Las Vegas Marathon in December! :-)
I’d like to finally be at my FEEL GREAT WEIGHT and stick to eating clean as it has helped my digestion system!!!
One of my resolutions for the year is to try 1 new recipe per week – and I’ve already tried two of yours :) Also, it’s my birthday today…just in case there’s a such thing as giveaway brownie points.
I would like to become a yoga instructor!
2012 goal – stay plant strong and lose 100 pounds! Great blog!