In this interview, we asked Stephanie Thomas, creator of Bridal Body Fitness (a signature wedding workout program) and author of The Little Book of Rest exactly what couples who are looking to get in better shape before their wedding should do.  She shares her top bridal fitness tips for all of our 2024 (and 2025!) brides tuning in today.Please know: there is NOTHING wrong if you don't want to hit up the gym before your wedding. It's definitely not required, but Stephanie shares great advice for fitting workouts into a hectic wedding planning schedule and prioritizing the mental health benefits of working out too! I think you're going to LOVE today's episode!To fast-forward to a specific part of the podcast episode, check out the timestamps below:How your wedding workout differs from regular fitness [5:05]The biggest challenges brides face when trying to hit their fitness goals [5:43]Practical tips for getting wedding dress ready [8:05]Advice on maintaining a healthy diet leading up to the wedding [11:45]How can couples manage their stress levels beyond a wedding workout [14:29]Specific things you can incorporate into your wedding workout [16:22]The best time of day to have a wedding workout [17:18]How to feel better energized on your wedding day [17:59]What you need to prioritize over intensity (and when to start) [19:30]Never Have I Ever with Wedding Workout Expert Stephanie Thomas Fitness [22:01]Links Mentioned: Your FREE Bridal Arms Mini Guide (+ Other Free Resources from Stephanie): https://stephaniethomasfitness.com/resourcesConnect with Stephanie: https://www.instagram.com/stephaniethomasfitness/ Ultimate Wedding Planning Checklist: https://shop.verveeventco.com/wedding-planning-checklistWedding Day Master Organizer: https://shop.verveeventco.com/wedding-day-master-organizer-day-of-spreadsheet For the full show notes, visit  verveeventco.com/126Connect with the show!? Leave us a Voicemail: (585) 210-3467 IG: @asktheplannerpodcastTikTok: @asktheplannerpodcast?: http://asktheplannerpodcast.com/?: asktheplannerpodcast@gmail.com