Get fit for the wedding and beyond

Find a workout routine that fits you. It took me a while to figure out what I like. I used classpass to try all kinds of classes. I'm definitely not the type to just go to the gym and workout on my own so fitness classes motivate me more

I agree. I am using my wedding as a path to better fitness - down -25# so far and the most fit I’ve been ever! I only have -12# to lose to hit my wedding goal but I have a post wedding and maintenance goal too as to not backtrack my progress. Food is obviously the major thing- cal in vs out - I use my fitness pal to track cal and stick my own eating guidelines and workouts. Do what works for you!

I’m with you. I’m pudgy anyway, but I broke me knee at work in February be still can’t exercise how I want with it. I’ve started tracking food and drinks and doing the amount/intensity of exercise that my knee can handle.

Download "Wizards Unite" or "Zombie Run" and walk/run/jog your butt off.. Akso yoga, pool, biking are great. As are lifting little weights as you sit and watch tv...

A healthy diet is the foundation of any fitness plan. If you're like most people, you might work best with a structured guideline - meaning a diet that exists already that you can follow the "rules" of. I know this is my preference and then I tweak it according to my body's needs.

If you don't know what you enjoy in terms of fitness, explore some options. I used to be a heavy lifter and I do enjoy that, but my body changed a couple years ago (chronic illness) and I had to rediscover a fitness routine that was both enjoyable and more gentle. I currently enjoy yoga. Fitness will not only change your body and metabolism, it will also change your brain. You'll be reducing cortisol levels and increasing endorphins.

I used to be a personal trainer and I actually need some kind of fitness for my mental health. I believe everyone does to function at their best.

It's a habit so you have to form it. Find a schedule and stick with it until you no longer have to drag yourself into a gym or force yourself to do a workout. It will happen, but building the habit is the hardest part.

Start slow. Start with walking 30 minutes s day. Make substitutions on food. Instead of oil use spray, instead of white rice do brown rice, etc. if being in the gym intimidates you I completely understand. There are so many other fun forms of exercise like biking, hiking, playing sports. But you did mention you want to be healthy long term so I do suggest you try lifting weights. So many people are more than willing to lend a hand and a smile. My fiancé and I are both bodybuilders and we see friendly people in the gym every day including ourselves. Also join/find a positive fitness community!

I've been using the Beachbody lifestyle and really enjoy the process. I follow their 2B mindset for eating and workout 5-6 days a week. I love running so I run 1-2 days a week and use their Lift 4 workout the other 4 days. I don't consider running much of a workout but more therapy as it gives me the chance to think and reflect while I'm out on my run. Find a routine that works for you and your lifestyle and make it daily practice, once it becomes part of your routine it will be more difficult to skip or go off course.

Just remember that being fit is 80% what we eat and 20% working out. Get on a healthy eating plan and workout at least 3 days a week, preferably 30 to 60 min. You'll be fine.