Question for the brides trying to get in shape...

Rosie1981 Posted: Mar 23, 2011 09:37 AM

Question for the brides trying to get in shape...

What kind of workouts are you trying and can recommend? I am out of shape but I am determined to look great in my wedding dress (I haven't gone shopping for one yet). I just started Weight Watchers and have even done Leslie Sansone's Walk at Home but I feel it's not enough. Does anybody have any suggestions??

JenMc12 Posted: Mar 23, 2011 09:39 AM

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I did Weight Watchers in the past and loved it. I don't follow it as strictly now, but I'm sure I will when the date gets closers!

I also have done Couch to 5k (C25K Running Program). It starts off slow and you build up to running a 5k (if you want). I felt it was great and now I actually enjoy running!

Good luck :)

FutureMrsCat050412 Posted: Mar 23, 2011 09:40 AM

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I go to the gym & do alot of cardio to burn those calories. I walk & run on the treadmill mostly with an incline!!

Good luck YOU CAN DO IT!~~~~~~~~

FutureWifey Posted: Mar 23, 2011 09:40 AM

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I don't do WW... but I watch calories. To be honest.. the best way that I've learned to lose weight is to watch my calories, walk everywhere I can, and run 3x a week (doing 2.5-3 iles each) with interval training.. meaning I'll run at least 1.5 miles.

bella_bride Posted: Mar 23, 2011 09:55 AM

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Write down what you eat and count those calories... you would be surprised what you 'forget' you ate... On a serious note, drink a lot of water and rest... this enhances the wieght loss.

I need to follow my own advice as well, I have been slacking

wishingwell1230 Posted: Mar 23, 2011 10:20 AM

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Posted by JenMc12

I did Weight Watchers in the past and loved it. I don't follow it as strictly now, but I'm sure I will when the date gets closers!

I also have done Couch to 5k (C25K Running Program). It starts off slow and you build up to running a 5k (if you want). I felt it was great and now I actually enjoy running!

Good luck :)

WW has worked for me and c25k reaaallly sped up the weight loss when I stuck to it!! I wasn't a runner at alll which is why this program is great because it eases you into it so you don't get discouraged by trying to do too much at first.

Right now I am taking spin and sculpt classes and I love it. I am also going to pick up hot yoga in the fall after the summer is over.

Watermelon5 Posted: Mar 23, 2011 11:39 AM

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treadmill! 1/2 hr a day wrks wonders! also we go hiking when its nice out! GOOD LUCK!!!!!

Soon2BeABC Posted: Mar 23, 2011 11:44 AM

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Whats this C25K all about?

jenclifwed Posted: Mar 23, 2011 01:57 PM

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Spin class!! Such an amazing workout. Also WW!

chliekm Posted: Mar 23, 2011 02:02 PM

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I'm doing WW and making sure I walk 10,000 steps each day.

I've been getting up early to do Zumba and following The Biggest Loser workout on Wii.

JenMc12 Posted: Mar 23, 2011 02:57 PM

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Posted by Soon2BeABC

Whats this C25K all about?

The c25k program gradually gets you moving. You start with walking and then add in running until you are able to run a 5k. I believe it takes 8 or 9 Weeks and you walk/run 3x per week.

I was not a runner but this really helped build up stamina. Some days were hard, but I would just repeat it and then keep going.

I believe the developed an app for it too (at least for the iPhone) so you dont have to worry about the time as much when you're on the treadmill (or outside)

kdm822 Posted: Mar 23, 2011 02:58 PM

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Posted by Watermelon5

treadmill! 1/2 hr a day wrks wonders! also we go hiking when its nice out! GOOD LUCK!!!!!

yesss .. treadmill!

where do you go hiking? Me & my fh would love this

chliekm Posted: Mar 23, 2011 03:10 PM

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Posted by JenMc12

Posted by Soon2BeABC

Whats this C25K all about?

The c25k program gradually gets you moving. You start with walking and then add in running until you are able to run a 5k. I believe it takes 8 or 9 Weeks and you walk/run 3x per week.

I was not a runner but this really helped build up stamina. Some days were hard, but I would just repeat it and then keep going.

I believe the developed an app for it too (at least for the iPhone) so you dont have to worry about the time as much when you're on the treadmill (or outside)

I may check this out.. I keep saying that I wish I could run.. so maybe this can get me there.

EmilyandPeter Posted: Mar 23, 2011 03:32 PM

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I run at the gym every morning before work 20-30 minutes for now. Hoping to increase that as I get stronger.

I also do weight machines for biceps, triceps, shoulders, chest press, row (for back) inner and outter thighs.

I want to have toned arms and back for my strapless dress

evita2781 Posted: Mar 23, 2011 05:05 PM

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crashing!

i'm doing the Insanity workout and doing bikram yoga at night. I also track what I eat on thedailyplate.com and have lost 5.5 lbs in 7 weeks. I highly recommend Insanity. Bikram was just an added plus

good luck girls!!

pixietina Posted: Mar 23, 2011 07:55 PM

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I'm doing p90x which is going great. Definitely slimmed from the crazy holiday season to my normal chubs. I plan on sticking to that in the long run. Honestly I don't watch what I eat all the time, but I'm trying to slowly get on that.

I tried insanity, but that was too insane for me and didn't motivate me.

The Couch to 5K sounds interesting. I think running really helps you lose weight so I'm going to look into that.

leelou48 Posted: Mar 23, 2011 08:39 PM

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Posted by chliekm

I'm doing WW and making sure I walk 10,000 steps each day.

I've been getting up early to do Zumba and following The Biggest Loser workout on Wii.

Ugh!! I tried to get up at 530 to do zumba this morning and it was a SUPER FAIL.

Totally reset my alarm for 20 extra minutes.

Ilovemyturtle Posted: Mar 23, 2011 08:51 PM

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i have reset my alarm everyday this week so far

gotta get to the gym tomorrow!

soon2beMrsHenry92912 Posted: Mar 23, 2011 08:56 PM

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Google C25K it and if you are on Facebook they have a page on there too! I had the highest hopes of starting the program in the beginning of February, but that was an epic fail! So I hope with the warmer weather coming, that will be my motivation to get moving and become a runner like I had hoped too

Good luck! I've heard lots of great things about it!!!

Sco2Sko Posted: Mar 23, 2011 09:16 PM

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Posted by JenMc12

I did Weight Watchers in the past and loved it. I don't follow it as strictly now, but I'm sure I will when the date gets closers!

I also have done Couch to 5k (C25K Running Program). It starts off slow and you build up to running a 5k (if you want). I felt it was great and now I actually enjoy running!

Good luck :)

Couch to 5k is GREAT....running my first 5k on Saturday, wish me luck!!!!!