There are so many things to consider when planning a wedding?the rings, the cake, the flowers, and sometimes?losing weight. Many brides and grooms see their wedding day as an ideal time to shed pounds and get fit. And why not" Of course you want to look your best on your special day. However, like many things, there is a wrong way and a right way to wedding weight loss. Like a marriage, losing weight is a lifestyle change that requires time, consistency, and commitment. Turning to unhealthy “quick fixes” often backfires and typically ends up causing more harm than good. For those couples who wish to lose weight before their big day, here are the do’s and don’ts of wedding weight loss.
Do have realistic expectations Setting yourself up for successful weight loss means having realistic expectations. For example, dropping 20 pounds in a month isn’t going to happen. A good rule of thumb is aiming to lose about two pounds per week, so about eight to 10 pounds a month is a reasonable maximum. This means that if you want to lose 30 pounds before your wedding day, you should start your weight loss program at least three to six months before the wedding.
Don’t try any crash diets
This includes any quick fixes like liquid diets, fasts, and diet pills. Those are all a big no-no. So are skipping meals or cutting calories so much that you’re barely eating anything at all. Not only will crash diets often lead you to gain the weight back and...