"From this day forward", can take on a whole new meaning if you make other life- altering decisions prior to your wedding day.  Exercise has
many benefits in today's fast paced world.  The hidden assets of regular exercise include confidence , improved sleep patterns, relief from stress and an improved outlook on life.  Exercise will improve your energy levels and help you feel better about yourself.  If you don't exercise regularly now...start slowly.  You don't need to start with fast paced, sweaty, running and jumping to reap the benefits of physical exercise. 

1. Set reasonable goals.  Maybe try walking or biking for 20 minutes every other day.  You can increase gradually as you feel fitter.  Always start each workout session with a warm up and end with a cooling down period.  Stretch slowly and don't forget to breathe. 

2.  Work out with a buddy. Exercising with a friend will keep you motivated and on the right track.  Your routine should be fun, not a chore.  Maybe add music to your routine too. 

3.  Buy the right exercise equipment.  Finding the right shoes for your fitness routine will make the world of difference.  Whether you chose high impact or low impact, the proper shoe will absorb the shock and keep your joints from being stressed.  Wear comfortable clothing that will let you breathe and give you ease of movement.  Workout clothing is not a fashion statement, it's a fitness statement. 

4.  Don't overdo it.  Always work at your own pace.  Don't push yourself too hard and always "listen" to your body. 

5.  Vary your workout.  If you bike on Monday, play volleyball on Wednesday, and swim on Fridays, you won't get bored.  Remember, doing different types of exercises, means you are using different groups of muscles.  This will help in all-over conditioning and fitness levels. 

6.  Don't let your exercise patterns become obsessive.  Exercise is meant to enhance your life not rule it.  If your Monday, Wednesday, Friday pattern changes to Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday, treat it as a new routine.   Go with the flow and let your life situations rule your routine.  Never let the exercising rule your life. Fitness can be a way of life for you and your new husband.  Something that you can enjoy together.  remember...always keep your fittest foot forward!