I am going to be extremely open with the hive about my fitness progress leading up to the wedding. Getting into shape (for those of us who are behind the curve) can be quite intimidating, and I want you to know that I am with you all the way, Lady! For me, I am especially concentrating on improving my upper body tone (as are just about ALL brides!!)
Now that I am down ten pounds, my workout was ready to retarget towards toning up. One of my Snapsisters is a serious athlete. SnappySis has run numerous marathons, completed several triathlons, just finished a half-Ironman, and is now working towards competing in a full Ironman next year (I know, I get tired just reading that.) She inspires me though, because she didn't start out that way. She isn't one of those superbabes who have worked out extensively for years. As she would say, it's a myth to say all people who work out regularly love it - the secret is to get over the fact that you hate it, and just freakin' go to the gym because you need to take care of your body. Often the things we might hate are made more manageable if you just quit fighting them. At least that helps me get my booty on the treadmill every day!
That's not to say you have to do workouts you hate. With all the options out there (classes, dancing, ellipticals, bicycles, treadmills, indoor, outdoors,) you can likely find something you at least somewhat enjoy!
I was ready for something new - enter The Six Week Bikini Countdown, recommended by SnappySis. This book also made a BeeTV debut!
The cover is SO CHEESY! The name is nothing amazing either, but... the formatting and content is outstanding. I just completed my first week, and I LOVE LOVE LOVE it! Each workout is clearly and simply laid out day by day, with color photos to illustrate each move. My body feels like Jello, meaning that every day I feel the effects. The book combines cardio intervals (perfect for me!,) strength training, and pilates - with six workouts per week. No workout is longer than 55 minutes.
I super-amazingly-strongly recommend this book, if you are looking to shake up your wedding workout routine. The price is right at $19.95, and worth every penny so far. I'll let you know how the six weeks turn out at the end!
Any other brides try this book out? Thoughts? You 30 Day Shredders might also be interested to know there's a new Jillian Michaels Wii Fit game out... anyone give that a spin yet?
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