From Pause to Progress: Confessions of a Bride Who’s Starting Fresh
Hey there, beautiful brides-to-be!
It’s me, Page — back from the quiet.
Last month, I opened up about needing a break. This month, I want to talk about what it looks like to come back — gently, and with a whole new mindset.
Not with a dramatic comeback. Not with a “look how perfect everything is now” post. Just me. Re-entering the rhythm of fitness, life, and wedding planning… a little slower, a little softer, and a lot more honest.
If you’ve ever stepped away from something that once made you feel strong — and then wondered how to return — this one’s for you.
What Happened During the Pause
Let’s just say: life didn’t ask for permission before getting extra loud.
Between work deadlines, family commitments, and the emotional gymnastics of planning a wedding, I found myself stretched thin. The workouts didn’t stop completely, but they certainly weren’t consistent. And that sense of momentum I once had? Gone.
Here’s the thing, though — I never felt alone in it.
Even in my quietest weeks, Tammy never disappeared. She kept checking in, gently. No guilt. Just space.
Then one day, during a quick check-in, I finally admitted, “I’m overwhelmed, and I don’t know where to start again.” Tammy didn’t blink. She said, “Let’s build something that fits your life now — not the one you wish you had time for.” That one sentence flipped a switch in my brain.
What I'm Doing Differently Now
I’m not coming back with a “grind harder” mentality. I’ve tried that before — it doesn’t last.
This time, I’m doing it with intention.
Here are 3 things I’m doing to move forward with clarity (and sanity):
1. Rebuilding My Routine, Not My Guilt
I used to think I had to earn my way back — like missed workouts were a debt I needed to pay off. But guilt isn’t a great motivator — it’s a great burnout recipe.
Now? I’m starting from this week. Not the last one I missed.
Tammy helped me set a real baseline: 3 strength workouts, 1 walk, and — here’s the twist — sleep as a bonus goal. That’s the routine. No extremes. Just something that fits inside my life without taking over it. And weirdly? It makes me want to show up.
2. Choosing Strength Over the Scale
I’ve officially stopped chasing a number. I’m training for how I want to feel walking down the aisle: confident, strong, and energized. We’ve added resistance band work and posture-focused core training. My goal? A solid back and shoulders to carry that dress with power — and joy.
3. Leaning Into the Tools
I finally started using that check-in feature on the Bridal Fitness Coach app (yes, the one I ignored for weeks). Turns out, small accountability wins really help my brain click back into gear.
Logging my steps, ticking off workouts — it’s helping me reconnect with the version of me who wants to do this.
Wedding Update (Because Yes, There’s Still Time)
Remember how I mentioned we moved the wedding to August 2025? Well… surprise again. We’ve pushed it just a bit further — to May 2026 — and honestly? It feels right.
That shift gave me even more room to breathe — not just to plan, but to grow. It’s no longer a race to the finish line. It’s a walk (and sometimes a burpee) toward becoming the version of myself I actually like showing up as — not just for one day, but for everything that comes after.
If You’re Coming Back From a Break Too…
Start where you are. Seriously.
You don’t need to earn your way back in. You don’t need to punish yourself with double workouts. You just need to start. And if you’re fortunate — like I’ve been — you’ll have someone like Tammy to guide you back in without judgment, just support.
If you’re thinking about training but feel unsure or behind, trust me: there’s space for you in this journey. And I’m cheering you on from here — yoga mat, messy ponytail, protein smoothie in hand, and most importantly, the Bridal Fitness Coach Program.
Talk soon,
Page