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As most brides are, I am trying to get in shape before the big day. I have been working at getting in shape for the last year. I have been working out more, I got a trainer at the gym, and have generally been trying to get healthy.
As most of you know, I had hip surgery in April that left me on crutches for 6 weeks, and basically out of commission for a solid 2 months. It was a major setback, but I am committed to getting back in shape and finally off crutches and cleared to work out full time.
This past week I started “booty camp” in the city. 2 times a week for an hour I get up at 5:45AM and head to a pier in NYC to “train”. It is basically like basketball camp. The trainer is great. She is a former pro basketball player and pushes us… but in a nice way.
After day 2 I was so sore that I could hardly walk, but it seems to be worth it. I am pretty much the worst in the class. I am not a runner (plus my hip is still hurting a little). She has us doing things like champion runs, sprints, crab crawls, and more, and more, and more. It is really tough. Today I told myself that I don’t have to be first, as I have nothing to prove. I paid for this camp and I did it for me… so I am only competing against myself. With that mentality, I think I can make it.
I am trying to be realistic with my expectations. There is no way I am going to lose 20 pounds in 2 and a half months (which at one point was a goal). I now just want to feel good and healthy and get to a point that I can be happy with after the wedding.
Mr. AC and I are moving in together for the first time in a few weeks and we have committed to getting healthier together and I am hoping he will hold my feet while I do push ups (that seems like love to me!).
How did you approach “getting in shape” for your wedding? Did it overwhelm you?
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ive been trying for about a year ive kept like 10 pounds off successfully i really have to get serious though since i have like 95 days to go ! o nooooo !
Congrats! Everyday I try to pull myself out of bed to do Jillian Michaels’ 30 Day Shred at 6:30am. And everyday I get back under my covers. 
Go you! I joined Weight Watchers just over a month ago and I’ve lost 11 pounds. I really need to start hitting the gym though at least 3 days per week. ::sigh:: Motivation I need!
Um, I definitely don’t think — based on your pics — that you NEED to lose 20 pounds. Good to hear, then, that you revamped your fitness plan…and good luck!
Is this through bootcamp republic? I signed up for the one in the park so that I can get some new moves and tone up before the big day.
I just recently embarked on my own fitness journey! You look great already, but have fun in boot camp!
I did Stacy’s Boot Camp in Central Park (stacysbootcamp.com) for about 6 months before my wedding and I lost 30 pounds. I also watched my calories.
It was hard - but I really enjoy the boot camp - and I’m still doing it. Though the diet has fallen off a little bit…
Good luck with your boot camp - it’s such a fun way to stay in shape!
I cut out all fried foods back on New Years. To date, I lost about 20 pounds from that, and an additional 15 from getting really sick. When I was going to the gym, I was discouraged by the fact that I wasn’t losing anything. My fiance just started to do SlimFast again (he had done it in high school). Since the end of May, he is down 30 pounds. Sometimes I really hate how guys can just shed it off.
I too figured out I wouldnt reach my goal weight - however, working out I have progressed & I am sticking to it since my inches are showing. I set a goal June 16 ( wedding is Oct 10) to work out 100 times before the wedding. I have 84 more workouts to go but I am getting out a lot more & even conquered by first rune & bike this past weekend. I use to run but an accident last year slowed me down alot & now i finally feel like I am getting back into it - especially after gaining 5 pounds after law school finals - despite the fact I should have started losing weight at that point. My second dress fitting is coming up & I know i have lost since the first - so that will motivate me as well to reach my 100 day workout goal!
Glad you are feeling better since your hip surgery ( ouch!)
I promised myself that at 3 months out, I would follow a workout regiment and eat healthier. I am now 2 weeks out, and just starting. I admire your discipline!
I agree with Miss Bear Club, you look great ! keep us updated as you progress.
right now i’m trying to cut out junk food, chocolates, soda, and carbs. not going very well,… i always cheat =T hehe…
i did join a gym though, so we’ll see how everything goes. i have until sept 2010.
I think it’s hard for anyone to get out of bed that early, you go girl! I am a clothes girl myself, and I told myself I wouldn’t buy any new jeans until I could buy 4’s. I couldn’t quite button them at Express last week, so maybe the end of the month?!?!
I have always wanted to try a boot camp, but to be honest with you, I am a big scaredy cat! 5 am is too much for me, but you are a brave girl! Good for you though, keep us updated on your progress!
good for you! i am also in nyc and have looked into various boot camps but can’t seem to get on board with their early morning schedules! so i joined a gym for the first time in my life instead, and that has actually been going really well (i’ve found that built-in tvs on the equipment is key! makes the experience much more tolerable
woah, boot camp? that sounds intense… thats awesome! i’m trying to hit the elliptical 3 days/week… consistently!
20 lbs?!? You look fantastic. Working out with a buddy (in your case your mister) is a great idea and has always been a big motivator for me.
I’ve always found that working out makes me FEEL better about how I look, gives me a extra boost of confidence, and helps me manage stress. So no matter what weight you are, its always time well spent!
That said, I’d like trim up a bit before shopping for wedding dresses this fall. I want to feel confident about my body as I try on dresses in front of my mom, and FMIL (who at her “fattest” is a size 4- I’m “skinny” at a size 10!).
Hi Lotam,
I did Bootcamp Republic. The first day was really quite challenging. I felt like I was going to die the next day, I was so sore. Then on the second session the trainer pushed me so hard that I felt like I had sprained my ankle. The trainer did not believe I was actually hurt and she pushed me harder. I ended up really hurting myself and needed physical therapy for six weeks. Lucky for me my wedding wasn’t for three months so I could heal. Good luck!@lotam240:
I agree with the other bees and Miss Bruschetta - you look fabulous just as you are!! Working out with Mr. AC is a great idea. My advice for moving in together is to watch your portions - when I moved in with my SO I started eating the same portion sizes as him, which did not help my weight!!
GOOD JOB joined the boot camp and for your awesome attitude But, you look fabulous!
I started training about a year ago and while I haven’t lost much weight and am much healthier and toned. Mr Frenchie and I are also trying to help each other become healthier and can’t wait to move in together so we can make healthier food at home and encourage each other to work out
awesome! i started the 30 Day Shred about 27 days before the big day after reading all the positive reviews on the boards.
i lost significant inches, toned up and felt fabulous! i totally advocate exercising consistently - before AND after the wedding!
I’ve been going to Lacey’s booty camp for 2 years. She’s absolutely fabulous! I first started going to tone up before my wedding and have continued to go because I love how it makes me feel (once I get over the whole waking up at 5:45am - which never gets easier). Definitely check out her classes at Equinox if you don’t go already. Big Game is awesome. Also, check out (cowellhealth.com/outdoor) - similar bootcamp format, but for a fraction of the price. Best of luck!
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Age and Occupation: 27, Corporate Communications Manager
Fiance's Age and Occupation: 26, Grad Student – Clinical Mental Health
Engagement Date: September 13, 2008
Wedding Date: October 2009
Venue: Banner Elk Winery & Blueberry Villa
About Me: I am a North Carolina girl with a New York City spirit. I love crafting, blogging, laughing and dreaming. I know every word to the Anne of Green Gables and Little Women movies. I own every single Martha Stewart Wedding Magazine and have been dreaming of weddings since I was little. I believe life is about doing what makes you happy. If you aren't happy re-evaluate what you are doing. You should never look back on your life and not be proud of what you are doing. If you want to travel - travel. If you want to sing - sing. If you want to start a company - start a company. If you want to blog – blog!
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