Trimmed & Toned: 28 Fitness Centres to Check Out (Part 1)

Hey there, honeys! Did you know that having a healthy fitness regimen is a crucial part of preparing for your big day? We’re not just talking about shaving off unwanted pounds to fit into “The Dress”, but achieving an optimal state of wellness that will make you radiate as you walk down that aisle. With the myriad of options available today, you can figure out your preferred way to work up a sweat. We’ve compiled a list of different fitness programs around the metro for you to check out. Let’s get those endorphins pumping!

1. CARDIO

This type of exercise boosts your heart rate and helps the blood flow through your body more effectively. It’s a popular form of exercise because cardio can be as simple as walking, running, biking and swimming. Here are some more options for the cardio-lovers out there:

 

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XYZ

Have you heard about the spinning craze? Try XYZ, a healthclub that offers spinning classes for a total body workout in a club-like setting with motivational instructors. It’s perfect for brides that want to lose weight doing cardio and enjoy listening to good music but might find get bored on a treadmill.

  • Location: Central, Causeway Bay
  • Class Duration: 50 minutes
  • Fee: HK$270 for trial

 

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Bounce Limit

Now this one will literally make you jump for joy! If you want to leap and bounce on a trampoline and burn up to 1000 calories while doing it, then try Bounce Limit. It’s perfect for brides that want to feel like they are playing while working out and hate traditional gym environments.

  • Location: Sheung Wan
  • Class Duration: 55 minutes
  • Fee: HK$580 for 2 classes (first time trial)

 

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Torq Cycle

Here’s another option for spinning classes. Torq Cycle offers sessions which vary from HIIT to Core. There’s something for everyone. Also, they have performance metric results on large screens for those that want to track their progress. This is perfect for competitive brides who want to compare how they’re doing in terms of their cardio and strength training.

  • Location: Central
  • Class Duration: 50 or 90 minutes
  • Fee: HK$250 for 2 rides (for new customers)

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Video: Blooming Bridal Beauties

If you thought the shoot by Binc Photography was beyond gorgeous, wait til you see the video captured by Woody Storytelling! Watching all the behind-the-scenes work makes me more appreciative of the final product. Additionally when the right suppliers — from the venue to flowers to gowns to hair and makeup to calligraphy and cake — come together, pure magic happens! See for yourself!

Videographer: Woody Storytelling / Photographer: Binc Photography / Venue: Sook / Florals and Styling: Oh Joyce: Floral + Inspiration / Wedding Gowns: Audella Bridal House / Makeup and Hair Stylist: 化妝菇 MakeupGU / Calligraphy: Calligraphy Girl / Wedding Cake: Vive Cake Boutique

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Blooming Bridal Beauties

As the wedding date draws near, the bride-to-be might start becoming a bit stressed and frazzled. So where can she turn to for comfort and support? Why, the very people who she can always count on of course — her girlfriends! And today’s set by Binc Photography does a great job of showcasing the support among besties in a bridal shower inspired shoot. The gowns from Audella Bridal House donned by these ladies are sensational! They are the right combination of flirty and feminine. The flower crowns and bouquets by Oh Joyce are just so fresh too. And here’s a friendly reminder: you can share the wedding planning experience with your loved ones. I’m sure they’ll be more than happy to help bring your Special Day to life!

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Fashion Friday: Ines Di Santo SS Collection 2017

I will never tire of looking at gowns, most especially wedding gowns! Gowns somehow bring out the little princess in every woman, including me! And today, we have a stunning line-up of pretty gowns from Ines Di Santo‘s Spring/Summer 2017 Collection. Ines Di Santo created a variety of options and styles that will cater to every kind of bride out there. This collection has gotten the young girl inside of me very excited. Don’t you just want to try on every single one of these gorgeous dresses? I know I do.

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Fashion Friday: Rami Kadi May Blossom Capsule Collection 2017

Thank God it’s Friday, Fashion Friday! Today, we have a collection you will not be able to resist! Passion comes to life with these gorgeous pieces by Rami Kadi. I have so much admiration for intricate bead work on these dresses. The painstaking work and long hours entailed to create these beaded masterpieces will definitely not go unnoticed. Going out clad in a gown from this May Blossom Capsule Collection is synonymous to becoming a beautiful walking work of art! Which is your favorite? I can’t seem to pick just one. I love them all!

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