Okay, so you’ve accepted his proposal….picked out your ring….found your wedding coordinator…..and designed the dress of your dreams. Now you’ve just got to figure out a way to get into that dress…..ARRGGHH!!!!
1. Ask a friend to join a gym with you (it’s harder to slack off when a pal is onboard).
2. Stuff your sandwiches with extra veggies – fiber equals full.
3. Trade your daily triple shot mocha for a soy latte.
4. Make it a rule to take the stairs instead of the elevator.
5. Limit alcohol intake to an occasional glass of wine at dinner.
6. Make your veggie portion bigger than your meat portion.
7. Have an apple a day – portable, fat free and filling.
8. Eat a bag of air-popped popcorn instead of greasy chips.
9. Buy workout clothes you love (even if you don’t love your shape) to motivate you.
10. Increase your workouts by five minute intervals.
11. Steer clear of the vending machines by keeping a bag of safe foods on hand (almonds, fruit, etc).
12. Look over restaurant menus online and plan your meal outings ahead of time.
13. Park in the far end of lots or a few blocks from your destination, so that your forced to walk.
14. Hire a personal trainer for two weeks to develop a customized workout for you.
15. Include a lean protein with every meal – it’ll up your metabolism and help build muscle mass.
16. Hop on the scale each morning; studies have shown that daily weigh-ins help keep you in check.
17. Keep a photo of your wedding gown in your wallet for inspiration.
18. Consume low-fat, vegetable based soups; they fill you up with minimal calories.
19. Swap baby carrots and salsa for a candy bar when you need that 3pm energy boost.
20. Start the day with high fiber, low sugar cereal with fat free milk and fresh fruit.
21. Reach for hard candies or gum when you need a sugar fix.
22. Ask for dressing and condiments on the side when dining out.
23. Trade white foods (pasta, rice, bread) for their brown high fiber counterparts.
24. Bring your lunch to work to avoid fast food purchases.
25. Always consult your physician or nutritionist before beginning any weight lost regimen.
~Happy Planning~
