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Hey October 2012 Brides! 

Now, I consider myself a very healthy eater and I maintain a very healthy lifestyle but since my wedding is coming up I found myself buckling down to tone up for my big day. I know I am not the only bride doing this so I figure we can start this board to help each other out. This board may help motivate each other to achieve that wedding weight loss goal for our weddings in October. I believe when someone is holding you accountable for your goals then you are more aware of it. I know this could go into fitness, but since we are all working toward the same date/deadline - it might be easier to follow here.  

I figure we can just post about our weight loss plans and goals, and then encourage one another and update each other about our successes and stumbles. I also will post some motivational words and diet tips for everyone.

Tip #1- Don't Fad Diet

Fad diets are any trendy diet that promises fast and easy weight loss. Most of these diets do not address the problems that caused you to gain weight in the first place. If you don't learn something about the foods you eat, you will gain the weight back when you reestablish old eating habits. 

Want to give it a shot? Sure why not

What is your wedding weight goal? To really tone up to be bikini ready for the honeymoon inMexico, lol.  

How do you plan on achieving this goal? I already workout, eat pretty well and stay fit but now I am doubling my routine (I think).

Have you started this goal? It’s kind of cold outside but I plan on starting doubling up in April/May.

Do you attend a gym? Yup but our new home has a gym so we are canceling our gym membership when it expires.

Do you workout already? If so what is your activity of choice? I love running but it is cold outside so come on Spring so I can run and train outside.

Does your spouse workout? Yup, 3 time out of the week and he motivates me to hit the gym.

@Chery_L: Hey, congrats and welcome to our little club, lol. I wish you the best of luck but you can so do this. Especially since you lost 37 last year. Piece of cake :)

@Chery_L: Wow, thanks for sharing your story. I truly believe everyone has a story behind their weight and the battle to keep it on or off. So knowing you are not alone can go a long way. Its a new day and new year. A BIG year for us all.

Again, I don't diet, I maintain a health lifestyle. I don't eat red meat or pork. I haven't eating this in over 18 years. I also cut down on carbs and fried food. Don't get me wrong, I treat myself every now and again and will eat some fries or pizza but its a treat. However, I've learned to eat in potions. Just because a box of pizza is in front of me doesn't mean I have to eat the whole box. I've learn to focus on what I'm eating and it became natural to eat fruits and veggies or yogurt and oatmeal instead of chips, ice cream and cookies. I also don't drink soda and I mainly drink water and juice. Also, try to snack more instead of eating large meals.

Working out should be fun not a chore. Find something you find fun to do and do it more and more. (yoga, walking, biking, swimming, etc). The race on April 28 should be fun, try to work towards that race. You don't have to be the fastest runner just finish it. 

Try, walking at lunch instead of sitting at your desk. Park your car far away from the store so you can walk further into the store. Take the stairs instead of the elevator. These are the things I do on a daily basis and it works for me.

@couawilou: Zumba is cool. My FI is also trying to gain weight for the wedding. Try eating more porteins, carbs and dairy. Also, try Ensure or dairy supplement. It's kind of pricey but it really works if you drink about 2-3 a day.

@elovesm: I feel you on the winter workouts. I don't have the motivation in the winter either to run but you can do little things to not add more weight on you until the weather warms up. Keep us posted because the sun (Spring) will be here soon and no one will have excuses, lol. Also, keep us posted on our other October 2012 boards if you stay a October 2012 bride. We have the ring, venue and dress boards going.

I want to join in!

Want to give it a shot? Sure!

What is your wedding weight goal? I have an overall goal not just a wedding goal. I'm sure that I will still be working towards that goal come October. Its not necessarily about the number of pounds (although don't get me wrong! I have plenty of pounds I want loose!) but most importantly, I want to be fit.

How do you plan on achieving this goal? I We transitioned to a clean diet several months back so I plan to continue with that. I plan to start adding in more exercise too. FI and I are starting the 30 day shred this week!

Have you started this goal? In some ways, yes. We made some pretty drastic changes to our diet. I've lost just shy of 50 pounds since May. I also intentionally part a mile away from my office. Rain or shine, I walk that mile twice a day. I also opt for the stairs versus the elevator whenever possible.

Do you attend a gym? Occasionally I use the gym at work but not on a regular basis.

Do you workout already? See above.  

Does your spouse workout? He used to run but has slacked off on that. He's a pretty physical guy though and enjoys doing a lot of work outside so he does get exercise from that. He's starting the 30 day shred with me. Of course, he's the type of guy who can just think about losing weight and drop 10 pounds. ugh!

@sexxysheddy: P90X was fun but I feel off after a few weeks. I need outside activity. Tennis is cool, I wish my FI and I can play besides on the WII, lol. You are on the right track working out, so just add a balance meal and you good to go. I also love wine and to this day, don't see anything wrong with it but fried chicken- I gave up a long time ago but I still eat wings, does this count? lol Good luck and keep us posted.

@LittleRiver: Hey girl, thanks for joining our newest post :)

Now, I agree with you on this winter weather and working out. Just not feeling it, lol. But those last 5 lbs are the worse. I have been trying to lose it for a while now and I plan on really focusing on it for the wedding. So we are on the same page of toning and stuff. Thanks for joining our board and keep us posted on your progress.

@Dandelion D: You are on the right track and will be fine if you maintain it and keep it up. Thanks for sharing and keep us posted.

@couawilou: I may have to look into progain for my FI, he loves stuff like that.

@couawilou: Great, he likes milkshakes.

@HummusGal: Hello and thanks for sharing. Now, most people don't realize it (including myself for a long time) but you burn more calories and lose more weight when you lift weights. Now you don't have to be over the top and be a body builder but a few weights will help tone and you lose more weight in the end. I am so not a trademill person, I have tried so may times but I just can't do it. Keep up the good work and keep us posted on your progress.

@phoenixandstars: Hey fellow runner. I ran my first half in October and I loved it. I also suffered an injury and had knee surgery in 2010 and didn't run for almost 6 months. It suck because I was also training for my half then and had to stop and start all over after the surgery. So running my first half in October 2011 was such a big accomplishment for me. I would also like to run a few other races before our wedding including another half but I don't know. The half I ran in October is on the day after our wedding this year, lol. But I may train for a few 10k's when the weather gets nice and maybe another half if I can find a flat race because of my knee I really can't run hills and heavy inclines.

@phoenixandstars- Virtually cheer, lol. I love it. NM has the best running weather because there is no humidity so I love it. But I am pretty sure to find something here. We just moved to NM a few months ago so I am still trying to call it home and find the best races. Keep me posted on your weight and running progress. 

Hello October Bee's

Here is our tip of the week

Tip #2 Avoid skipping meals. Eating increases your matabolism, thus skipping meals can 'trick' your body into slowing down its metabolism in an attempt to conserve calories during a period it perceives as a situation where limited fuel is available. So try to eat in order to lose weight. I know it sounds crazy but it helps. I eat small snacks thoughout the day, this helps me not be hungry and eat less during real meals. Hope these tips are helping, have a great week ladies. Post your progress.

@HummusGal:  I haven't heard of MyFitnessPal but I will check it out.

@HummusGal:  Got it, I will check it out. Thanks

@Over the Moon:  No one is counting, lol. What are you doing to achieve this goal? best of luck and keep us posted on your progress.

@Over the Moon: becareful with counting calories, it works great now but remember once you stop you can gain most of that weight back. Try to find some natural ways to lose weight, unless you are planning on counting calories your whole life :( I guess once you learn the calories you eat you may not even need that app. You got to love FREE. I wish I had workout equipment in my home, lol. But our new house is located across the street from the Club house gym so I will have no excuse when we move in next month. Thanks for sharing.

@HummusGal:  Thanks for the update. I agree, short term goal- counting calories really do work. It can help stay in the loop on what you eat and maybe practice that same eating habit when you stop focusing on couting them.

Would you believe ladies, we have 8 more months to go? I finally hit the gym today with my FI. It felt pretty good. 

@LittleRiver:  Nice, congrats on the change in your diet. Not only will eating in help your diet, it will also help your pockets, lol. My FI and I try to eat out (treat ourselves) about 1 maybe 2 times a week. Keep up the good work and thanks for posting your update.