Planning Great Engagement Sessions


Posted by Nikki

Engagement sessions are important. Bottom line. You want images that are flattering to both you and your fiancee. Why go to the trouble of taking photos that you will be unsatisfied with? At Bridal Fitness Connection we believe in spending a good 6-8 months pre-wedding getting in shape before the wedding. However, we understand if that is not completely possible or somehow just doesn’t happen. That’s why we like to share some tips on getting flattering photos regardless of your size and shape.

Engagement sessions have a lot of flexibility. At your wedding, you pretty much get the choice of a white or ivory dress, but your engagement session allows you to choose your wardrobe carefully! You can also choose a theme that most suits your personality.  We are going to share a few tips to help you plan an engagement session you will love!

1. Wardrobe: Think about what flatters your body type and go with it. Don’t wear too tight or too loose fitting clothing. Also, make sure to get opinions from moms and sisters.They will tell you if you your outfit is flattering if you ask them to! But its not just about that. You need to think about colors. What colors look good on you? What colors look nice on your fiancee? You want to coordinate but not be totally “Matchy Matchy.” Think about a print ad for a couples vacation. What types of things are they wearing? Probably not blue jeans and white t-shirts.

2. Setting: Choose a setting with several options. Sure the beach is pretty, but its monotonous. If you do have to have beach shots, choose a beach with a nearby park with nice oak trees. Mix it up a bit. Bring props to make it more interesting: an antique chair, a picnic basket, a guitar… It’s up to you!

3. Posing: Look at print ads. See what the models are doing. If you are more curvy, check out some of the plus size models. They are attractive and pose in ways that flatter their bodies. Try to copy some of those poses in the mirror beforehand. You’ll really like your photos if you like how you look!

4. Themes: Choose a theme that puts both you and your fiancee at ease. If you share a love for wine, go to a winery and actually enjoy a tasting before (or during) your shoot! If you are into hiking and fitness, plan a romantic hike and bring a healthy picnic with you! Choosing an appropriate theme makes your shoot authentic and comfortable.

5. Photographers: Last but not least, choose highly skilled photographers that not only know how to capture the love and romance of you and your fiancee but just “click” with you. You want to feel comfortable with them and open to kissing in front of them. Let loose!

My fiancee and I had a wonderful session with Braja Mandala & Gene Higa. We loved our engagement shoot experience and couldn’t be happier with our photos!

PHOTO by: Mandala Weddings & Gene Higa Photography

 


Wedding Goodies: Flash Mob & Bridal Party Dances


Posted by Nikki

You want your wedding to rock. literally. Rock the house with some awesome dance moves!

If you are the type of bride that wants something exciting and different for your wedding, consider a choreographed dance for your bridal party. This makes for an exciting grand entrance and some awesome entertainment for your guests. Another option is to surprise everyone with a flash mob! If you are not familiar with the term, it is basically a choreographed dance in which people start at different times in the music and surprise the unsuspecting population with their crazy choreography.

These goodies are fun at weddings for several reasons:

1. It gets the party started. Plain and simple. What’s not to love about spontaneous dancing?

2. It sends a special message to the person or people being surprised! How cool is it that my bride/groom/bridal party went to this trouble to do this!??

3. Its great exercise! Think of all the rehearsals (well you probably will only need a couple), but really, stay active!

4. It is personalized. You can choose your song. Something that means something to you. Something that sends a message to everyone.

5. It can be DIY or professional! You can make it goofy. You can make it you, or you can choreograph it with a professional flash mob choreographer!

These goodies are fun things to add to your special day. Simply memorable!


Operation Wedding Dress: Two Months of Bootique Fitness


Posted by Nikki

Two months down… four to go until my wedding. Guess what? I am EXCITED!

I have lost a total of 7.6 pounds, 3% bodyfat and several inches.

How am I doing it? CONSISTENCY is KEY, brides. Really, I’ve always been able to stay fit and eat healthy, but to get results for a wedding dress, you must choose a plan and really stick to it.

My plan has been a mixture of cardio and strength training. I’ve been strength training with Bootique Fitness three times per week, which has been completely life changing. I am a fitness junkie and I have done tons of different types of fitness. But until this point in my life, my strength training routine has only been sporadic. I’ve always been consistent with cardio, mixing running, eliptical and group fitness classes. My idea of strength training has usually been a few push ups and some step ups.

The consistency of going to Bootique Fitness three times each week for two months straight has not just given me great results in my appearance, but in my fitness level as well. I am noticing a change in my form with things like pushups and squats. I also notice that I feel stronger during my Yoga classes.

I haven’t gotten my dress yet, it comes in February. I look forward to trying it on for the first time. Until then, I will continue with my three times a week with Bootique Fitness, cardio six times each week, and Yoga.

Cheers to all you brides out there!

 

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Your Wedding: The First Dance


Posted by Nikki

Your wedding is special, obviously! Otherwise you wouldn’t be spending countless hours planning and getting mentally and physically prepped for your special day. You might be getting in shape, which may or may not involve dance… But another aspect of your wedding aside from your desire to look perfect is your ability to feel comfortable in front of everyone during your first dance! You don’t have to choreograph something super difficult, but even a handful of dance classes will make a huge difference in how you feel out there on the dance floor.

Your first dance should be a song that has special meaning to you, but it should also have a nice beat that you can dance to! Several options for first dances include dancing a waltz,  rumba, cha cha or swing.  Of course there are a ton of options for first dances, and it also depends on you as a couple. Are you a funny, silly couple? Are you serious and romantic? Are you super energetic and daring? Think about your personalities and choose the type of song and dance that suits you. Many couples think they want to do one thing but when they start taking lessons, their opinion changes drastically! They get into the classes and realize they love to salsa and want to have a fast and fun first dance. And that is perfectly fine! Nowhere is it written that you have to stand and hug, moving in a circle to a slow song. It is up to you!

Your wedding is definitely a time for dancing… And in San Diego we have great dance classes at A Time to Dance. There are three locations: La Jolla, North Park, and newly opened, Rancho Bernardo! Couples have many options including a special for Bridal Fitness Connection Readers (and SD Fitness Connection readers): $39 for a private lesson to help you get started! There are group classes as well in all types of dances. Check out the website and make an appointment or sign up for group classes today! You want to feel perfect in every way on your special day!

 

 


Operation Wedding Dress: One Month of Bootcamp, Cardio & Yoga


Posted by Nikki

After a month of Bootique Fitness bootcamp on average 3 times per week, plus 5 days a week cardio (30 minutes on average) and Yoga 2 days a week, I am ready to report results for “Operation Wedding Dress”.

I am down exactly 5 pounds. All my pants fit much better and I can see the definition returning to my arms (which is super important in a strapless dress!)

I am getting into the routine of the workouts, yet I am still sore every week after my first Monday bootcamp. By Sunday the soreness has worn off, only to start it all over again! I have not quite gotten the hang of my eating habits, however. I have cut out the sweets but not the glass of wine. I know that is what held me back from not seeing greater results. I am excited to be incorporating much more raw fruits and veggies into my diet. I feel really great.

Next month I would like to up the goal and lose 8 pounds. Commitments include cutting out the nightly glass of wine (yes, I know I should have done this from the start…), increasing the intensity of my cardio routine, and cutting down on the amounts of meals I eat outside the home. Because while I can make good choices at restaurants, the sodium is usually a lot higher than if I were to eat at home. I will cut down to one lunch out per week and two dinners. It will also save on $$!

Thanks to Bootique Fitness for the support in my operation wedding dress!

 


operation wedding dress


Posted by Nikki

It’s the end of the second week of “operation wedding dress” haha. I’m feeling great and the 1.4 lb I lost since last week has had a lasting impression on me. While I’ve lost and gained weight and lost again, it is something more special this time because I’m being healthy and active yet true to myself. Below is a food log for the week. You’ll see I made sacrifices and cut out sweets but allowed myself some wine (so totally not a weight loss product, but realistic to nt just cut everything out at once then binge later).

I feel great. That this time I’ll lose the weight in a normal way that can be maintained for life so I can be a healthy wife not just a skinny bride!
Bootcamp 3 times a week, yoga 3 times a week, and cardio 5 times a week for avg 45 min. Check!

October 8, 2011

FOODS Calories Carbs Fat Protein Cholest Sodium Sugars Fiber
Breakfast
Fiber One – 90 Calorie Brownies, 1 brownie (25g) 90 18g 3g 1g 0mg 100mg 8g 5g
Lunch
Silver Hills Bakery – Sprouted Grain Flax Bagels, 1 Bagel 200 33g 3g 12g 0mg 210mg 2g 9g
Fage – ***Yogurt With Honey, 2%, 1 container (150 g) 190 29g 3g 12g 5mg 40mg 29g 0g
Dinner
Generic – Chicken Breast, 4oz Grilled, 4 oz 110 0g 1g 20g 68mg 77mg 0g 0g
Earthbound Farm Organic – Spring Mix Salad Greens, 2 cups (85 gr. /3 oz) 15 3g 0g 1g 0mg 65mg 0g 1g
Homemade – Olive Oil & Balsamic Vinegar Dressing, 1 tbsp 55 3g 5g 0g 0mg 0mg 3g 0g
Carrots – Baby, raw, 1 serving 30 7g 0g 1g 0mg 66mg 4g 2g
Celery – Raw, 1 cup chopped 14 3g 0g 1g 0mg 81mg 2g 2g
Kendall Jackson – Chardonnay, 10 oz 208 10g 0g 0g 0mg 0mg 0g 0g
Afternoon Snack
Kind Plus – Cranberry and Almond Bar, 40 gram (1 bar) 190 20g 13g 3g 0mg 20mg 12g 3g
Generic – Dragonfruit (Pitaya), 55 g edible fruit 45 12g 0g 0g 0mg 0mg 0g 0g
TOTAL: 1,147 138g 28g 51g 73mg 659mg 60g 22g
EXERCISES Calories Minutes Sets Reps Weight
Cardiovascular
Yoga 260 90
Hiking, climbing hills (carrying <10 lb load) 246 30
TOTALS: 506 120 0 0 0

October 9, 2011

FOODS Calories Carbs Fat Protein Cholest Sodium Sugars Fiber
Breakfast
Ezekiel – Bread – Sprouted 100% Whole Grain, 1 Slice 80 15g 1g 4g 0mg 75mg 5g 3g
Maranatha – Natural Almond Butter – Creamy, 16 g (2T) 90 3g 8g 4g 0mg 0mg 1g 2g
Lunch
Kashi – Go Lean–Net Carbs, 1 Cup 140 20g 1g 13g 0mg 85mg 6g 10g
Silk Pure Almond Original Almondmilk – Almond Milk, 1 cup 60 8g 3g 1g 0mg 150mg 7g 1g
Dinner
Snacks – Popcorn, air-popped, white popcorn, 2 cup 61 12g 1g 2g 0mg 1mg 0g 2g
Kashi – Go Lean–Net Carbs, 1 Cup 140 20g 1g 13g 0mg 85mg 6g 10g
Blue Diamond – Unsweetened Almond Milk, 1 cup or 8 oz 40 2g 4g 1g 0mg 180mg 0g 1g
Morning Snack
Milk – Almond Milk Original Unsweetened , 0.5 Cup 20 1g 2g 1g 0mg 90mg 0g 1g
Raspberries – Raw, 0.5 cup 32 7g 0g 1g 0mg 1mg 3g 4g
Body Fortress – Super Advanced Whey Protein – Vanilla (Corrected 3/28/11), 1 Scoops (33g) 140 3g 2g 26g 60mg 65mg 1g 0g
Afternoon Snack
Kraft – Polly-O Mozzarella Cheese Sticks, 1 Stick 80 0g 6g 7g 20mg 220mg 0g 0g
TOTAL: 883 91g 29g 73g 80mg 952mg 29g 34g
EXERCISES Calories Minutes Sets Reps Weight
Cardiovascular
Zumba 906 120
TOTALS: 906 120 0 0 0

October 10, 2011

FOODS Calories Carbs Fat Protein Cholest Sodium Sugars Fiber
Breakfast
Fage – Total 2% Greek Strained Yogurt With Cherry, 140 g 140 17g 3g 12g 5mg 40mg 16g 0g
Lunch
Boudin Sf – Vegetarian Chili, 1 bowl 310 44g 13g 10g 0mg 1,430mg 6g 9g
Boudin Sf – Spring Salad (Small, With Dressing), 1 plate 150 4g 15g 0g 0mg 210mg 3g 0g
Dinner
Generic – Homemade Chili With Lean Ground Beef, Bell Peppers, Black Beans, Tomatoes, 1 cup 165 13g 1g 19g 46mg 60mg 2g 4g
Jiffy Corn Muffin Mix – Cornbread/Corn Muffin, 1 muffin 170 28g 5g 2g 5mg 340mg 7g 1g
Wine: Kendall Jackson – Chardonnay, 8 oz 166 8g 0g 0g 0mg 0mg 0g 0g
Morning Snack
Produce – Banana (Med 4-5inch), 1 whole 90 23g 0g 1g 0mg 1mg 12g 3g
Afternoon Snack
Starbucks – Tall Nonfat Skinny Vanilla Latte, 12 oz 90 14g 0g 9g 0mg 125mg 12g 0g
TOTAL: 1,281 151g 37g 53g 56mg 2,206mg 58g 17g
EXERCISES Calories Minutes Sets Reps Weight
Cardiovascular
Running (jogging), 6 mph (10 min mile) 346 30
Zumba 453 60
TOTALS: 799 90 0 0 0

October 11, 2011

FOODS Calories Carbs Fat Protein Cholest Sodium Sugars Fiber
Breakfast
Fage Greek Total 0% Yogurt – Cherry Pomegranate, 5.3 oz 130 19g 0g 13g 0mg 50mg 16g 0g
Lunch
Soofoo Rice and Lentil Mix – A Multi-Grain Mixture of Rice, Lentils, Oats, Rye and Wheat, 1/4 cup (45g dry) 170 34g 0g 5g 0mg 0mg 0g 4g
La Tortilla Factory – Low Carb / High Fiber Whole Wheat Tortillas (Large), 1 Tortilla (62g) 80 18g 3g 8g 0mg 300mg 1g 12g
Cheese – Sharp Cheddar, 1 oz 120 0g 5g 6g 30mg 180mg 0g 0g
Dinner
Earthbound Farm Organic – Spring Mix Salad Greens, 2 cups (85 gr. /3 oz) 15 3g 0g 1g 0mg 65mg 0g 1g
Homemade – Olive Oil & Balsamic Vinegar Dressing, 1 tbsp 55 3g 5g 0g 0mg 0mg 3g 0g
Carrots – Baby, raw, 1 serving 30 7g 0g 1g 0mg 66mg 4g 2g
Celery – Raw, 1 cup chopped 14 3g 0g 1g 0mg 81mg 2g 2g
Kendall Jackson – Chardonnay, 10 oz 208 10g 0g 0g 0mg 0mg 0g 0g
Sabra – Classic Hummus, 2 tbsp. (28g) 70 4g 6g 2g 0mg 120mg 0g 1g
Morning Snack
Mcdonald’s – Fruit N’ Yogurt Parfait (With Granola), 1 Container (149g) 160 31g 2g 4g 5mg 85mg 21g 1g
Afternoon Snack
Great Day Foods All Natural Xl – Large Egg , 1 Large Egg 80 0g 5g 7g 240mg 65mg 0g 0g
Quaker – Chewy Chocolate Chip Granola Bar, 1 bar (24 g) 100 17g 3g 1g 0mg 75mg 7g 1g
TOTAL: 1,232 149g 29g 49g 275mg 1,087mg 54g 24g
EXERCISES Calories Minutes Sets Reps Weight
Cardiovascular
Zumba 453 60
TOTALS: 453 60 0 0 0

October 12, 2011

FOODS Calories Carbs Fat Protein Cholest Sodium Sugars Fiber
Breakfast
Fage Greek Total 0% Yogurt – Mango Guanabana, 5.3 oz 120 18g 0g 13g 0mg 45mg 17g 0g
Lunch
Soofoo Rice and Lentil Mix – A Multi-Grain Mixture of Rice, Lentils, Oats, Rye and Wheat, 1/4 cup (45g dry) 170 34g 0g 5g 0mg 0mg 0g 4g
Cheese – Sharp Cheddar, 1 oz 120 0g 5g 6g 30mg 180mg 0g 0g
La Tortilla Factory – Low Carb / High Fiber Whole Wheat Tortillas (Large), 1 Tortilla (62g) 80 18g 3g 8g 0mg 300mg 1g 12g
Dinner
Bertoli – Whole Wheat 3-Cheese Ravioli, 1.5 cups 330 40g 12g 15g 55mg 650mg 3g 5g
Morning Snack
Starbucks – Tall Nonfat Skinny Vanilla Latte, 12 oz 90 14g 0g 9g 0mg 125mg 12g 0g
Afternoon Snack
Great Day Foods All Natural Xl – Large Egg , 1 Large Egg 80 0g 5g 7g 240mg 65mg 0g 0g
Generic Banana 100gm (Medium Size) – Banana, 1 Medium/100 g 120 23g 0g 1g 0mg 0mg 17g 3g
Fruit – Guava, 1 medium fresh(90g) 45 11g 1g 1g 11mg 0mg 5g 5g
TOTAL: 1,155 158g 26g 65g 336mg 1,365mg 55g 29g
EXERCISES Calories Minutes Sets Reps Weight
Cardiovascular
Zumba 302 40
TOTALS: 302 40 0 0 0

October 13, 2011

FOODS Calories Carbs Fat Protein Cholest Sodium Sugars Fiber
Breakfast
Fage – ***Total 2% With Strawberry, 1 Container (150g) 140 17g 3g 12g 5mg 40mg 16g 0g
Lunch
Madhava – Agave Nectar, 1 tbsp 60 16g 0g 0g 0mg 0mg 15g 1g
Ezekiel – Bread – Sprouted 100% Whole Grain, 2 Slice 160 30g 1g 8g 0mg 150mg 10g 6g
Maranatha – Natural Almond Butter – No Salt, Roasted, 1 tbsp (15g) 90 3g 8g 3g 0mg 0mg 1g 2g
Dinner
Earthbound Farm Organic – Spring Mix Salad Greens, 2 cups (85 gr. /3 oz) 15 3g 0g 1g 0mg 65mg 0g 1g
Homemade – Olive Oil & Balsamic Vinegar Dressing, 1 tbsp 55 3g 5g 0g 0mg 0mg 3g 0g
Kendall Jackson – Chardonnay, 10 oz 208 10g 0g 0g 0mg 0mg 0g 0g
Spinach – Raw, 3 cup 21 3g 0g 3g 0mg 71mg 0g 2g
Pizzeria – Margarita Pizza, 1/3 pizza 300 30g 13g 14g 20mg 490mg 3g 2g
Afternoon Snack
Great Day Foods All Natural Xl – Large Egg , 1 Large Egg 80 0g 5g 7g 240mg 65mg 0g 0g
TOTAL: 1,129 115g 35g 48g 265mg 881mg 48g 14g
EXERCISES Calories Minutes Sets Reps Weight
Cardiovascular
Running (jogging), 6 mph (10 min mile) 173 15
Elliptical Trainer 156 15
Yoga 260 90
TOTALS: 589 120 0 0 0

October 14, 2011

FOODS Calories Carbs Fat Protein Cholest Sodium Sugars Fiber
Breakfast
Fage – Total 0% With Blueberry Acai, 150 g 120 18g 0g 11g 0mg 45mg 16g 0g
Lunch
Generic – Homemade Split Pea Soup, 1 cup 250 38g 11g 16g 13mg 500mg 0g 16g
Dinner
Earthbound Farm Organic – Spring Mix Salad Greens, 2 cups (85 gr. /3 oz) 15 3g 0g 1g 0mg 65mg 0g 1g
Homemade – Olive Oil & Balsamic Vinegar Dressing, 1 tbsp 55 3g 5g 0g 0mg 0mg 3g 0g
Spinach – Raw, 3 cup 21 3g 0g 3g 0mg 71mg 0g 2g
Cauliflower – Raw, 1 cup 25 5g 0g 2g 0mg 30mg 2g 3g
Lentils – Cooked, boiled, without salt, 0.5 cup 115 20g 0g 9g 0mg 2mg 2g 8g
Broccoli – Raw, 1 cup, chopped 30 6g 0g 2g 0mg 29mg 1g 2g
Homemade – Yam Baked, 1 medium yam 150 37g 0g 2g 0mg 11mg 1g 5g
Morning Snack
Body Fortress – Super Advanced Whey Protien- Chocolate, 1 scoop 140 4g 2g 26g 45mg 70mg 1g 1g
Afternoon Snack
Old Country – Sourdough Bread , 1 slice 90 17g 1g 3g 0mg 150mg 0g 1g
Frozen yogurts – Vanilla, soft-serve, 0.81 cup 191 28g 7g 5g 2mg 102mg 28g 0g
TOTAL: 1,202 182g 26g 80g 60mg 1,075mg 54g 39g
EXERCISES Calories Minutes Sets Reps Weight
Cardiovascular
Zumba 415 55
TOTALS: 415 55 0 0

Choosing the Perfect Bridal Fitness Plan


Posted by Nikki

Your special day is approaching. You have a goal in mind, specifically for your wedding day: weight loss, inches lost, etc. Basically, you want to look and feel your best.

Choosing a fitness plan that meets your specific needs is the first step to reaching your goals. There are many different trainers and fitness programs out there and they are not all created equal. That is why it is important to either do your homework or work with a fitness consultant that can help identify which program might suit you best.

A few things to keep in mind when choosing a program include identifying a specific goal, figuring out your fitness likes and dislikes, and knowing your level of motivation and ability to stay committed.

Your goal is exactly that. It belongs to you. Knowing what that goal is may be one of the most important things in determining a trainer or fitness program. Some trainers may specialize in a particular type of fitness that better suits you, while others might not. There are even bridal bootcamps that focus on extreme weight loss and toning. The last thing you want to do is waste your time in the gym!

Liking your workout program is also very important. If you are enjoying your workouts, you are more likely to be successful. Also, aside from the exercise endorphins, having fun increases the release of those feel good chemicals in your body! Think about the last time you had fun doing something physical. Was it dancing at a club? Maybe do a Zumba workout program. Do you enjoy nature? Maybe a hiking routine would be best. Dig deep so that you aren’t dreading your workouts.

Finally. Be honest with yourself about your motivation level. Are you able to be honest with yourself, stick to your routine, and pick yourself up and workout hard even on your not so good days? If yes, maybe you can create your own routine and track your progress on a site like My Fitness Pal. If you know you need the push to stay on track, consider a trainer or even a workout buddy that will hold you accountable if funds are tight.

The choice comes down to choosing what is right for you, because it is all about you and your day. A fitness consultant can help you with this decision if you are unsure where to start!


Bridal Workout


Posted by Nikki

Hey bridal party members and of course, the bride! Here is a great workout to do this week. Try incorporating this into your routine 3 days this week. Try Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, and don’t forget to continue (or start) to do your cardio! I recommend at least 5 days a week for 30-45 minutes of moderate to high intensity cardio. Just starting? Try the eliptical!

Do 20 reps of each of the following exercises with dumbbells that are heavy enough so that you can feel the resistance but not so heavy that your form is compromised:

front and lateral raises

Squats

chest press on ball

pushups with rows

Repeat 3X (no rest!)

20 mountain climbers

20 lunges

20 jump squats

10 burpees

Repeat 5X

30-60 second plank

40 bicycles

30 crunches with legs in the air

30-60 second side plank (both sides)

Repeat 3X

high knee runs (1 minute)

jumping jacks (1 minute)

skis (1 minute)

football run (1 minute)

Jump Rope (1 minute)

Repeat 3X


Wedding Brain


Posted by Nikki

Sometimes planning a wedding can be overwhelming. Sometimes it can be stressful. Because it can sometimes take over the brain, its important to have a set of rules for how to maintain sanity during this time!

One of the most important things both brides and grooms can do is to set some fitness plans in motion. Sure, not  everyone needs to lose weight, but everyone can benefit from a constructive outlet. Being physically active is great because it allows the body to burn calories and release endorphins that in turn bring on a happier mood. Yay!

So maybe you are not the bride. Maybe you are the best bridesmaid ever, and have offered much help and the stress is getting to you too!?! Take the time to decide to commit to your fitness plan.  You can even partner with the bride and exercise with her!

If you are needing some ideas, here are just a few: bootcamp fitness, Zumba classes, yoga, or hiking. These are great ways to exercise and can be done in groups. Try challenging your whole bridal party to take a class with you this weekend!


Introducing….


Posted by Nikki

Welcome to Bridal Fitness Connection, a sister site to San Diego Fitness Connection! This site has a ton of great things coming. Just wait…. As a newly engaged gal, I was so excited to start creating a custom site where bridal parties can get great info about how to look and feel their very best on that special day. I thought about some sites that inspire and help me on a daily basis. Of course Facebook is key to getting good ideas and finding out who is doing what…  And MyFitness Pal is another awesome site I have used on and off for the last year to track my calories and workouts. Now, the Knot, and San Diego Wedding Scene help me with wedding stuff.

Now what I am creating for all of us with weddings on the brain, is a new site that will be motivational, educational, and a helpful tool to stay on track with wedding fitness goals. Also I’ll be getting into wedding personal style and wedding makeovers! Great things to come!