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Fitness Tips for the Bride-to-be
(ARA) -
One of the most important moments in a woman’s
life is her wedding day. For some, however, the
months and weeks leading up to the Big Day can
be the most stressful. Many brides work
especially hard in the weeks leading up to event
to get in shape and to finalize every last
detail.
The term
“Bridezilla” is not used without reason. For any
woman, worrying about cakes, seating charts,
family members, guests, gifts, and looking
gorgeous in that perfect dress can be too much
to handle. That is why starting a workout
routine today can prevent stress for the mind
and body tomorrow.
“Exercise
is a great stress reliever!” says Jeff Zwiefel,
senior vice president, Life Time Fitness, a
national operator of sports, professional
fitness and family recreation centers. “Whether
you run, hit the gym, partake in yoga or
aerobics you are generating stress-busting
endorphins which can help to put stressful
situations back into perspective.”
Here are
some tips for the bride-to-be to keep a healthy
mind and body while preparing for the big day:
Get
organized! Map out a schedule of every event,
including showers, parties, beauty appointments,
when to pay caterers, DJs, party suppliers,
reception halls and more. Strategize early how
to fit in consistent workouts during the months
leading up to the big day. Better still,
including the wedding party in your routine
would be a great way to bond and relieve stress
about the fine details. Sometimes it is easier
to work out with a friend. You can motivate and
push each other, especially if there is a
deadline.
Pay
attention to nutrition! When some women feel
stressed they overeat or stop eating altogether.
Especially with all the fad-diets that are out
there today, it is important to maintain
consistency in eating habits. Eating many small
meals a day is often more effective in health
and weight loss than eating three large ones. A
healthy diet includes proteins such as lean
meats, fish, egg whites, and dairy.
Carbohydrates are not always bad, ladies! The
good ones include whole-wheat breads and pasta,
wild rice, and multi-grain cereals. And do not
forget to include five servings a day of fruits
and vegetables. These aspects of a healthy diet
will increase energy for everyday workouts.
Get in
shape! All eyes will be on the bride when she
walks down the aisle. Not only does she want to
look great, but she wants to feel great when
carrying around that heavy dress as well. For
these reasons, brides cram to get into shape in
the weeks before the wedding.
Get plenty
of rest! Although easier said than done, sleep
does wonders for high stress levels. Increased
amounts of physical activity will help you sleep
better, so it is important to remember that
those two elements of a healthy mind and body go
hand-in-hand. The stressful, last-minute details
might be more manageable with a good amount of
sleep each night.
Pamper
yourself! Many brides work hard on their bodies
and forget about keeping their minds in shape.
Take time out for yourself to step away from the
planning, to sit back and relax. After an
intense workout, what better way to wind down
than through one of the spa services provided at
the Life Time Fitness LifeSpa? Get your hair or
nails done, get a relaxing massage, or spend a
few minutes in a whirlpool or sauna. Relaxation
is the key to keeping a positive attitude and
managing the stress of planning a wedding.
Try to
keep a positive attitude about every detail of
your Big Day. Most of your guests will only see
the finished product anyway! Enjoy every aspect
of planning your wedding, because it is your
special day. Remember that putting in the effort
to establish a permanent routine for the health
of your mind and body today will provide
benefits for a lifetime.
For more
information about Life Time Fitness centers,
programs, and services visit
www.lifetimefitness.com, or call (800)
430-5433. Courtesy of ARA Content |
