After my not so happy dress fitting last week, I decided that I needed to do something so I signed up with a personal trainer for 18 sessions. I'm going to go twice a week. So between work, school, wedding planning, and trying to get in shape, I will be very busy but I had better look good in my wedding dress!
What are you ladies doing to get in shape for the big day?
SUNSHINE24
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you really need to be concious of what you are eating, with being so busy its easy to just have fast food instead of a healthy meal. Also skipping meals is no good, you have to keep your metabolism up, small consistant meals throughout the day will give you more energy and keep your met. fast. Also, you should try going to the gym more than twice a week, if not walk at home. Good Luck, let us know how you do.
Ronkonkomonga
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Good for you! I go to the gym and take classes there. I also do Yoga and Tae Bo. I am determined to look good in my dress!
Happybride2005
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I do w.w. along with going to the gym bet. 3-4 days a week. Its hard work. Just keep at it and you'll see results
Darcy
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I work out at home, problem is I am getting alot of muscle (it think) under my fat and not really burning the fat. I take the stairs, not the elevator. i drink alot more water than I ever used to. No soda. I am vegan so I already had a low fat diet, problem is that I have a tendancy to shop and places that make really good vegan junk food! Kevin got Chocolate Truffles for V Day. I could have killed him. Also no alchol unless it is a good reason, or just one drink.
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Doing THE FIRM 2x per week - also Cardio. Eating 'right', cut down on Alcohol, and chocolate. Eating Calcium rich foods and GReen Tea.
so far I have only lost 3 pounds in 6 weeks. I'm hoping it will kick in soon!
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No 'bad' carbs (only salad and veggies), no sugar, no alcohol (no fun!), Tae-Bo every morning and the gym 5X a week...I have A LOT of weight to lose and 12 weeks to do it!
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im really trying to tone up the parts of my body that will be 'exposed' ie. my shoulders and triceps. i usually go to the gym about 3 times a week, but i'm going to step up my back, shoulder and arm exercises.
if you've got three months left, i think going to a trainer two times a week is great. you may also want to try going to the gym 2 more times a week on your own to get some cardio in.
i would also buy some 5-10 pound dumbells and do some arm exercises at home.
also make sure that you're eating at least 5 small meals a day. drink lots of water, lay off on the sweets and alcohol and you'll be good to go!
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we gave up refined sugar for lent. so far so good. . . there's so much natural sugar in fruits that it's easier to give up than you'd think. (it's still not easy, but it's not back breaking). In addition to exercise it's a great idea to incorporate more fish into your diet. Having fish 2 to 3 times a week, with some veggies will show a definite change. . . and water water water!
Dont skip breakfast!!!!!!!!!
germai68
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My FH and I go to the gym 3-4 times a week. 45 min on treadmill and then alternate arms/legs/pilates after that. I really need to start watching what I am eating though.
LuvMyMichael
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Go for it Daniela......I'm sure you are going to look fabulous and so pretty!!!
Good Luck!
jimmysgrl
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Congratulations! That is wonderful! For me, I have started the Body for Life diet. Do 2 days 20 minute aerobics (varying intensity) then three days strength training (varying body parts) then you get to eat 6 times a week with one carb and one protein at each meal and at least 1 portion of vegetables with two of the meals. Then the sixth day you can eat what you'd like but its so funny, psychologically, you don't want to cheat. I like it because I have tried everything from starving myself to atkins and have really found that the indigestion of carbs (whole weat pasta, whole wheat breads) have been wonderful. Thats just me anyway, I really enjoy it and am so excited to see results. I tell you, the biggest motivator is that you take 'before' shots. HOLY COW! Literally! I had no idea I had let myself look so bad! So, that definitely keeps you motivated! Good luck with your training!
KimberlyBride
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You will look beautiful Daniela as will all the 05 girls.
I go to Weight Watchers and do the Core program which is basically low carb. Also working out and drinking plenty of water. I have lost 15 pounds since December. I hope to lose much more by October.
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I need to really get started on the exercise program. I started the eating good part but now I need to start the firm again and get my cardio again. I think everyday I am going to switch between pilates and the firm and at night I will go to the gym to do cardio. 16 weeks until the wedding but it will be worth it.
BlondeJD
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I meet with a personal trainer twice a week and try to do cardio (40 minutes on elliptical) two additional times per week at least, so I'm at the gym usually 4 times a week. I also *try* to eat a high protein/low carb diet but it's hard.
eogara
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I'm just watching my portions and I go to the gym 2-3x per week. I'm concentrating mainly on my arms and my abs (always a problem spot) with some cardio. I'm going tomorrow to get 5 lb weights because with school 2 nights a week and all the final appointments, fittings, etc now, I don't have as much time to get to the gym as I would like. This will allow me to do some stuff at home.
mcaula
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I workout at my house I have quite a few diffrent fitness machines I use i am trying to eat right but temptation is everywhere!!
I mean FH got me choclate for V Day and my Favorite desart Cheesecake from the cheesecake Factory like I need that
jeanla4c
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I work out 4-5 times a week (various videos- Tae bo, power 90, slim in 6, pilates & elliptical or treadmill) and am cut out sweets for Lent....next step will be to cut out alcohol. I already eat pretty healthy but I may have to really watch soon since I am having trouble losing anything!!!
bridegirl
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you should try Curves. i love that they concentrate on inches more than pounds, because, dont forget, muscle weighs more than fat!!! and im all about any workout thats over in 30 min!!!!
katieshope
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I am going to Curves about 4-5 times a week and I also do the Windsor pilates tapes 3 times a week.
