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Operation Wedding Dress!

Shari16Shari16
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in New York-Hudson Valley
I love working out, always have. But for some reason, ever since I got engaged I haven't really had the motivation. I don't get it! This is the time of my life I want to be in the best shape, and I'm honestly in the worst shape of my life. I'm pretty disappointed in myself.   :(
So anyway, two weeks ago I decided I was going to begin Operation Wedding Dress! (as I like to call it) and three days into it I hurt my hip (BAD!) and I've been resting ever since. Yesterday I was supposed to start up again, but I stayed at work late. Then tonight I was going to and the maintenance guy came over to fix my stove which has been broken since Saturday. So yet again, I'm idle...
I begin everyday with a positive attitude, thinking, "today will be the day!", and then for some reason it's not.
Ugh, sorry for venting, but I had to get that off my chest before my FI gets home. He must be tired of hearing me complain every single day that I've fallen off the wagon...
Thanks for listening!
p.s. I'm starting tomorrow! haha
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Re: Operation Wedding Dress!

  • jlizziojlizzio
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    edited December 2011
    Don't get discouraged! I have the same ups and downs. I was totally into getting fit right after I got engaged and now a year later I'm struggling to get off my butt. Take one step at a time. I started logging my meals  using the free tool on Livestrong.com and going to classes at the gym 3 times a week. Don't beat yourself up! there's always tomorrow Good Luck!
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  • dmonty413dmonty413
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    edited December 2011
    I just said at dinner tonight that I am going to be the only bride to have GAINED weight since her engagement LOL.
    You would think the gown and Hawaii would be enough motivation to get my bum to the gym, but I just can't!
    I feel like I am so busy with wedding planning and work, that I am just too exhausted when I get home- hopefully things will calm down soon now that I have almost eveything done for the wedding!
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  • probablykateprobablykate member
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    edited December 2011
    I recommend visiting the Getting in Shape board for some motivation and good ideas!  There are some very smart ladies over there. 

    I have a busy schedule so one thing that has helped me is the 30 Day Shred DVD by Jillian Michaels.  It is only 20 minutes long and you can do it anytime from home, but it really kicks your butt!  I've been doing it probably 4-5 days a week for about a month, and just saw my Mom for the first time since Christmas and she couldn't believe how thin and fit I looked! 

    It's also really important to eat right.  They say that weight loss is actually 80% eating, 20% exercise.  I lost about 20-25 lbs just by counting calories before I started working out regularly.  There are a lot of websites and smartphone apps that make it really easy to count calories.  Just seeing how many calories some of your favorite foods are will shock you!
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  • Kris0816Kris0816
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    edited December 2011
    Just doooo itttt! You will feel much better after working out - I love it to decompress and vent with my girlfriend! Nothing but me and my ipod!
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  • TerriandJoeTerriandJoe
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    edited December 2011
    In Response to <a href="http://forums.theknot.com/Sites/theknot/Pages/Main.aspx/local-wedding-boards_new-york-hudson-valley_operation-wedding-dress?plckFindPostKey=Cat:Local%20Wedding%20BoardsForum:113Discussion:b4c6d1e4-4aad-472d-98c7-31d660197d1dPost:ef24d3f8-379c-4e0f-b131-73f60317d6ff">Re: Operation Wedding Dress!</a>:
    [QUOTE]I recommend visiting the Getting in Shape board for some motivation and good ideas!  There are some very smart ladies over there.  I have a busy schedule so one thing that has helped me is the 30 Day Shred DVD by Jillian Michaels.  It is only 20 minutes long and you can do it anytime from home, but it really kicks your butt!  I've been doing it probably 4-5 days a week for about a month, and just saw my Mom for the first time since Christmas and she couldn't believe how thin and fit I looked!  It's also really important to eat right.  They say that weight loss is actually 80% eating, 20% exercise.  I lost about 20-25 lbs just by counting calories before I started working out regularly.  There are a lot of websites and smartphone apps that make it really easy to count calories.  Just seeing how many calories some of your favorite foods are will shock you!
    Posted by probablykate[/QUOTE]

    This! The getting in shape board has lots of health-minded recent brides and brides-to-be!  You will learn a lot even ifyou  just read the posts.
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  • Shari16Shari16
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    edited December 2011
    Thanks girls, I sincerely appreciate the input and encouragement. Today I'm feeling much better and I will be hitting the gym... after I hit the mall  :)
    Yesterday I was pretty down about it because I got to thinking about what I was doing at this time last year and it made me feel lazy. I DESPISE running, but at this time last year I decided I was going to run a half-marathon. I began training in late February and ran the entire 13.1 miles in mid May. I wish that wearing that wedding dress in 5.5 months was as motivating as crossing the finish line!

    I've browsed the getting in shape boards a bit, but honestly, I have everything I need... the gym membership, Jilliian Michael's DVDs (which I actually do not like, with the exception of No More Trouble Zones), P90X (which I've done 3 times) &
    P90X plus, and I eat super healthy (5-6 small meals a day). It's all been part of my lifestyle since 8th or 9th grade.  I'm just not into working out these days. Maybe it's stress..... who knows???
    p.s. Dmonty - Funny, I just said that to my sister last week. At least I won't be the only bride who packs on the pounds rather than shedding them!  Misery loves company, you know?! haha
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  • probablykateprobablykate member
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    edited December 2011
    The Getting in Shape board might still be a good source of inspiration and help with accountability, but if you think you've got it all figured out then just go do it!
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  • ReginaB13ReginaB13 member
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    edited December 2011
    I feel your pain! I was doing SO well before Thanksgiving, then totally "fell off the wagon" as they say. I FINALLY got it back together in January, but lately I've been so busy with appointments, and planning, and whatnot, that I can't find the time OR the motivation. Now I'm home sick. It's always someing.

    I promise myself, as soon as I get over this sickness, I'm back at the gym hardcore everyday! (riiiiight!!!) I only have like 3 MONTHS! And my first fitting March 8. Ew.

    I wish you the best,, and hope you find the motivation!
    Regina
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  • Shari16Shari16
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    edited December 2011
    You'll do it, Regina! I thought I wouldn't, but really it was because of how down I was feeling on Tuesday. I went to the gym yesterday and today for more than 2 hours each day. Ahhhh, I feel like myself again  :)
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