When my boyfriend proposed, I was absolutely thrilled.
We decided on a small wedding with just our immediate family and very close friends.
Our priority was the honeymoon. We made plans for an extensive hiking trip where we’d camp most of the time. Our itinerary included some strenuous climbs to reach various waterfalls, scenic overlooks, zip lines and gorgeous ravines. We realized that we needed to be in very good physical condition to fully enjoy our honeymoon. We also wanted to look our best in our wedding photos. My fiance and I briefly attempted to exercise on our own. It didn’t take long to figure out that we needed professional help. With a bit of research, I found a personal trainer who was willing to work with us as a couple. After the initial consultation where we discussed our goals, we set up a schedule to meet four days per week. The trainer also recommended that we sit down with a nutritionist every week. The nutritionist was extremely helpful to us. She showed us how to trim calories and increase our intake of vitamins and minerals. Following her advice, we introduced a great deal of fresh fruits, vegetables and lean proteins into our diets. We got rid of fast foods, processed foods and empty calories. The sessions with the personal trainer were positively grueling. He was wonderfully motivational and supportive without allowing us to be lazy. The first few sessions, my fiance and I weren’t sure we’d survive. We were very stiff and sore the following day. However, it didn’t take long to start seeing some results. We suddenly looked better and felt better. We had more energy and began seeking out activities on our own. By the time of our honeymoon, we were in the best shape of our lives.