insideKENT Magazine Issue 95 - February 2020 | Page 107

HEALTH+WELLNESS LOSING FOR LOVE LOOKING TO LOSE WEIGHT AND SHAPE UP FOR THE BIG DAY? WHETHER THE BRIDE-TO- BE, GROOM, MOTHER OF THE BRIDE, BRIDESMAID, OR WEDDING GUEST – WE ALL WANT TO LOOK, AND FEEL OUR BEST AT A WEDDING. FROM RIGOROUS FITNESS REGIMES, DIETS, AESTHETIC BEAUTY TREATMENTS, OR A COMBINATION OF ALL 3, THERE ARE A MYRIAD OF WAYS TO HELP YOU SHAPE UP BEFORE TYING THE KNOT. BY SARA STEPHEN But which should you choose? How long do you need to see real results, and how realistic and achievable is it? Wedding planning is stressful enough as it is, and whilst it may make you feel more motivated to shape up, it can also put increasing pressure on you as the date gets closer. Losing weight, shaping up and getting fit all takes time and there is no magic cure. So, whatever you decide to do, it pays to get started well before the I do’s - and do it safely and in a way that will help you sustain your results. The best advice is to approach your weight loss and fitness as you would your wedding planning – write down your goals and set yourself weekly targets to aim for. Be realistic, follow the plan and stick to it! 107