Sweating for the Wedding:The Workouts You Have Never Heard of, but Should Probably Try

After the engagement you might be eager to pick out a date, color scheme, and of course your wedding dress! Then you have to remind yourself that you will have these pictures the rest of your life and well, frankly you need to look good! More specifically you need to feel great about yourself on your wedding day and that includes feeling confident about body.

Luckily the workout world is highly saturated and therefore full of a variety of choices to fit everyone's taste and fitness level. You no longer have to kill yourself on a treadmill to burn a measly 200 calories. These innovative classes may be new, but they already have massive followings.

Here are the latest intriguing workouts:

Rebounding

                                                                 

This cardio workout may look intense, but your joints will thank you for the low impact the trampoline provides. You can burn up to 160 calories per 30 minutes of jumping. 

Surfboard Fitness

                                                                     

Challenge yourself with this full body workout that strengthens muscles and targets your core. There are multiple classes that are tailored to your workout needs including balance, cardio burn, and strength building. Need more motivation? Plan a surfing session during your honeymoon and look forward to looking like a pro!

RealRyder Cycling

                                                                           

                               Spinning has taken over the fitness world the past few years, and now someone has taken the trend to a whole new level. RealRyder has created an indoor bike that allows you to steer, lean, and balance to fully engage your body. 

Would you be willing to switch up your routine for one of these workouts?

Gifts for the Groom

With Valentine's Day right around the corner it's time to start thinking about what to get your guy. Many people say women are hard to shop for, but I beg to differ. Of course I am biased, but I know so many gifts that will make any girl happy. For men on the other hand, options are limited for men.

Giving something special to your Groom on your wedding is a way to show your love even before being able to see each other. The gesture can be big or small; all that matters is that it comes from you with love.

To help make the decision easier I rounded up a few of my favorite ideas:

Personalized Accessory

                     

             These cuff links and humorous socks are ideal for the big day, and he can use them after.                   

Boudoir Photo Shoot

         

This gift may be unexpected, but your man will be happily surprised. Have a sexy private portrait session; just be sure to label it "For Your Eyes Only."

For His Hobbies
       
                Engraving is a great way to personalize an accessory for something he loves to do.

DIY Book of Love
             

You don't need to buy a fancy present, impress your groom with a book of memories he will always treasure.

No Explanation Needed,Simple DIYs

I am the first to admit the world of do it yourself can be intimidating. Some people seem to be born crafting geniuses, while I am somewhere between terrified of a glue gun, and beginner.  I have not given up on my do it yourself dreams, and neither should you!

DIY touches are the perfect way to add personality to a wedding. These projects are so simple they don't even need a step by step tutorial.



Ombre Backdrop

Perfection is not necessary with this project, and it is a great way to tie in your color scheme.




Personalized Dollie Place Settings 

Individual messages to each of your guest is a sweet touch to the place settings.



Wall of Balloons

A great way to transform the reception space, simply tape the balloons at different levels for a layered effect.




Feather Drink Sticks

All you need is stirring sticks, feathers, wire, and a glue gun to add a bit of bohemian flare to cocktail hour.

Images of Love; a Wedding Photography Must

While wedding planning your bound to have someone remind you that in 10 years, you want to be able to look back at your pictures and cherish them. Thanks to social media, brides now have access to an overload of photography inspiration. With so many ideas, it's easy to get lost in the sea of images and end up with a never ending list for your photographer.

Recently I spotted a new trend in wedding photography that I think is a must. Ultimately a wedding is an event that brings everyone you love together, and the core of this celebration is the bride and groom. These intimate images showcase your relationship and truly represent the heart of a wedding, love.

So here is one more to add to the photographers to do list. What type of images are a priority for your wedding?

Effortless and Beautiful. Bridal Hair Inspiration

Your hair doesn't have to be sprayed stiff on your wedding day. Instead, try these laid back styles. These modern looks are soft, romantic, and touchably sexy. The best part? You don't have to worry about your hair falling out of place. In fact, the more undone the better it looks!




Fishtail Braid




This style is simple enough to do yourself, and perfect for facing the unpredictable weather of an outdoor wedding.

Undone Chignon





 This classic style has been given a modern twist with loose wispy pieces.



Loose Waves

 








The perfect example of less is more. This simple style is low maintenance and ideal for pairing with a personalized accessory.


Would you consider a laid back hairstyle for your big day?