Planning a wedding can be one of the most stressful times of your entire life. Preparations do not stop when you have sorted the invitations, the outfits, and the intricate seating plan. You must spend some much-needed time on ensuring your body and mind are also ready for your wedding. Continue reading for our top tips.

1. Exercise

You may feel as though your time is too precious to spend a little time exercising. However, it really is essential for both your body and mind. Try to do something at least five times a week, even if it is only a brisk walk where you are increasing your heart rate. However, if you are wishing to improve your fitness levels, toning your body, and perhaps losing weight, a combination of cardiovascular and strength training will be necessary. Perhaps you could speak to a local personal trainer for some advice.

2. Diet

It is easy to rely on convenience foods in times of stress. However, these do nothing for your body or complexion. Try to maintain a balanced diet with plenty of fruits and vegetables. These provide essential vitamins and minerals for your body, helping to keep you healthy. If you are trying to lose some weight, rather than drastically reducing your calories and thus perhaps leading to feeling ill, try to make small changes gradually, such as cutting out sugary drinks or reducing the number of potatoes you have on the side.

3. Skincare Regime

In times of stress, our skin can really bear the brunt of it all. Breakouts are common at times like this. Try to set up a skincare regime for morning and night. A simple cleanse, tone, moisturize may suffice. However, for others whose breakouts are more intense, you may need to add some more steps in. Perhaps a regular facial at your local beauty salon could help. Alternatively, consider the use of essential oils, such as these from Kumi Oils. They can help fight the bacteria that leads to spots and acne.

4. Relaxation

Taking some time out for yourself in all the hustle and bustle of wedding preparations is imperative. For some, reading a book or having your nails done might be enough. However, for others, something more structured may be needed. Yoga or Pilates could work wonders for helping both your body and mind to stretch and relax. Alternatively, you could try to adopt some of the principles of mindfulness through meditation. Trying to push niggling doubts and worries to one side, rather than enlarging them, can be useful.

5. Sleep

Sleep is one of the most important things you can do to combat negative feelings. Although when we are feeling anxious, it can be difficult to maintain adequate levels of snooze, it is essential to at least attempt to get into a routine. Try to be in bed for the same time each night and set your alarm for the same time every day too, regardless of whether it’s the weekend or not. Lavender can be great for spritzing on your pillow to promote a peaceful night’s sleep.