Looking your best on your Wedding Day !

January brings out of best of us as make all kinds of healthy resolutions. How many times have we said,  " This year I am going to lose those pounds, eat better, drink more water and do anything I can to look fabulous in my wedding gown." No matter if we are self willed or selflessly give in, all  Brides have an uncanny way of looking absolutely amazing on their wedding day.

Nothing radiates more confidence when you walk down the aisle than when you feel good and look good.
Starting an excercise and diet regimine about 6 months before your wedding day is the key to acheiving your goals, no matter how small or large. There are many options for excercise, personal training, the gym and yoga/ pilates studios. I recently reviewed a wonderful class at DEFINE http://www.definebody.com/  - a new trend in excercise that combines a series of yoga, pilates, stretching and weights to sculpt and define your figure. Starting up an excercising routine again continually reminds me how just a few simple changes to your daily routine can make a huge difference.  Some other tips that can help to compliment an excercise routine are :

• Go for a 10 Minute Walk Every Day ! Start with this. You can always increase later after it becomes routine. It's enough to gently boost your metabolism and keep you active.
• Water, Water and More Water ! Hydration is critical. While the benefits are countless this is one of the hardest things to implement into your daily routine. Whenever I would neglect this item my trainer would recite how water lowers body fat, flushes cellulite, improves digestion, gets rid of dark circles under the eyes, and makes you feel full. These are just a few of the benefits of drinking the required 10 cups of water per day. This may seem like a lot but I found the easiest way to get into the habit is to break the amounts down into manageable amounts:

•Keep a bottle of water beside your bed. Before you go to sleep drink ½ the bottle and as soon as you wake up (before your feet touch the floor) drink the remaining ½ bottle.

•Before each meal drink a half a bottle of water.

•Carry water with you and sip it throughout the day. I can't overemphasize how important this step is.
 
Your skin will look hydrated and you will feel lighter. Cheers !
 
Jessica Zapatero
Green Lily Events