Must-Have At Home Workout Equipment

Written with love, by Jennifer Dene

Each week I've been sharing with you a new bridal workout to help you get in great shape for your big day. Some of my favorites include this outer thigh workout and this full body workout for brides.

I try to make every exercise series quick — because I know that planning a wedding leaves you crunched for time — and simple to do at home. 

All you need for an effective at-home workout routine is a couple of pieces of equipment, to provide resistance, help with flexibility, and, basically, just to keep things interesting.

In case you're not already equipped, I've made a simple check list of the key pieces that I use all. the. time. 

See you next week for another bridalicious sweat-sesh!

Exercise Motivation Hacks for Brides

Written with love, by Jennifer Dene

Wedding season is here and getting motivated to exercise isn't always easy (not to mention staying motivated!) Even though sticking to a consistent workout routine can feel like an overwhelming task at this time of year, it really is worth the effort.

Not only will regular exercise help you look and feel how you want on YOUR big day, it will make you feel better in yourself and your relationship.

This week on the blog I've shared the three workout motivation hacks that will help you build that healthy habit, to feel more energized, confident and vibrant, and maintain it once and for all. 

While you're there you can press play on the latest 10 minute workout to hit Mind Body Bride.

This one is a doozy, with three superset rounds that'll get your heart rate elevated and tone every inch of your legs. Yowza! See you on the blog!

How To Tone Your Upper Arms In Under 8 Minutes

Written with love, by Jennifer Dene

Strapless, backless, cap-sleeve, lace-sleeve.

Toning your upper arms is one of the most important focus areas for any bride, no matter what kind of dress you're wearing. 

But it's also a difficult area to strengthen for us ladies, as we tend to be weaker in our upper body. 

No worries though; with targeted moves, light weights and high repetitions you will have terrific triceps and sexy shoulders in no time.

Today's workout takes less than 8 minutes and focuses on the upper arm with moves like tricep kickbacks, canoe presses, and praying mantis pushups... if the promise of toning your arms wasn't enough, I bet you're at least a little intrigued with the names of those exercises! 

Grab a pair of light weights (2 - 5 pounds) and your exercise mat, and then I'll see you at Mind Body Bride for this super quick, super effective, upper arm session.