Buff Brides

With all of the planning that you're doing for your perfect day -- trying on numerous wedding gowns, doing hair and make-up trials, selecting your jewelry, getting your teeth whitened -- one area to remember is to work out and tone up! After all, you want your body to be in the best shape possible, and you'll have the photos to prove it!

There are so many ways to get in shape available. Think about how you like to work out - are you a gym person, or do you like to work up a sweat in the privacy of your own home? Do you want a personal trainer that comes to your house? Do you have free weights in your basement next to the treadmill, gathering dust? Or, do you like DVDs?

Another consideration is what is your goal? Are you looking to lose weight overall, or tone up your arms only? If you want buff upper arms, jogging around your neighborhood with your dog may not be the best option.

Also, think outside the box! I started doing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu about 1 1/2 years ago and, without changing my diet, lost 20 lbs. Not to mention gained a lot of confidence and cardio health!

Until next time, happy planning...