Sunday, September 6, 2015

Weight Loss Help for the Plus Size Bride

Weight Loss Help For the Plus Size Bride
By Michelle Bredine
Most brides buy their wedding dress at least 1, if not 2 sizes, smaller than they currently are with the intention of losing some extra weight. Does this sound familiar? Come on, be honest.

If you have at least 2 months before the big day, there is hope. If you have more time, just think of how much better you'll look walking down the aisle to your adoring groom! Doug Rice helped me lose some of the weight I was carrying around, but be warned, his program is not designed to be a quick solution to a long-standing problem. That can be very dangerous with little good long-lasting results.



Burn Fat

Starting with low to moderate intensity interval training, you will begin to speed up your metabolic rate and continue burning calories long after your workout. If you are a beginner or haven't exercised in quite a while, you will want to start with a low to moderate intensity workout and increase the intensity to fit and slightly challenge your comfort level. Don't overdo it or you risk a higher rate of burnout and disappointment! The choice is yours whether you do your exercising in at the gym or in the comfort of your own home. All you need are a couple of hand weights and the space to exercise.

Nutrition

Avoiding carbohydrates is not the best way to lose weight and burn more fat. "Carbs" are extremely important in your diet, especially complex carbohydrates that are high in fiber. Maintain a healthy diet consisting of fiber, complex carbs, lean proteins and, of course, lots of fruits and vegetables. Create a diet for yourself, but not one that is so restrictive that you fall off in a week. Plan your weekly menus so that you know what's ahead for the week and track everything that goes in your mouth! I know that's a drag, but it is really helpful. Let's not forget the importance of water! Make sure you drinking plenty of water, especially during those workouts!

Motivation

What do you want to look like on your wedding day? Write it down and post it all over: In your car, on the mirror, the fridge, etc! Better yet, if you find a picture of a bride you want to resemble, cut out the picture and hang it somewhere. Schedule your workouts: With all of the wedding plans, it is easy to overlook your workout. That is why you should schedule it. Once you start losing weight and feeling great, the motivation will come naturally to keep up the good work.

The best part about a good diet and exercise program is the energy you will have, which you need now, right? It is also a great stress reliever, very helpful, too. So, take care of yourself and congratulations on your wedding day!