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Health & Fitness Tips for the Bride-to-Be

Bride-to-be, this is your season to glow from the inside out. As you prepare for your big day, remember—your health, energy, and confidence are just as important as the dress and décor. 💖

Here are a few Girlfriendz Challenge tips to help you feel your absolute best:

💪 Move with Purpose

Focus on functional strength—squats, lunges, core, and posture work—to feel strong, stand tall, and move gracefully on your wedding day.

🥗 Nourish to Flourish

Choose whole foods, lean proteins, fruits, veggies, and plenty of water. Balanced nutrition supports radiant skin, steady energy, and healthy weight goals.

😌 Manage Stress & Sleep

Wedding planning can be exciting—but busy. Prioritize rest, deep breathing, and light stretching to stay calm, centered, and refreshed.

👗 Train for the Dress

Practice posture, upper-body strength, and core stability so your gown fits beautifully and you feel confident in every photo.

👯‍♀️ Stay Accountable

Join a supportive fitness community (like Girlfriendz Challenge Functional Fitness FB Page) to stay motivated, consistent, and encouraged all the way to “I do.”

Your goal isn’t perfection—it’s strength, wellness, and confidence as you step into marriage. 🌸

A healthy bride is a radiant bride.

Ready to glow on your big day?

Girlfriendz Challenge Functional Fitness is here to support you every step of the journey. 💕

professional tips

Coach Thomas Mccants

Coach Thomas Mccants
CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER

Email: tygtalperformance@gmail.com

Coach McCants is a former track and field high jump champion from the United States that ran track and field at the University of Alabama Crimson Tide from 1983 through 1985 and professionally from 1985 through 1996. Thomas is seasoned at finding ways to overcome diversity. Thomas, the ninth of 11 children, lost his mother when he was 10 years old. After spending his early years in Daytona Beach Florida, Thomas went to live with an older sister in Auburn, NY. In a difficult situation, Thomas had little guidance or encouragement to figure out how to make use of the talents he had been given. Thomas began participating in organized sports as well as began focusing on his education. Ultimately, Thomas was given a scholarship to Mohawk Valley Community College in Utica, New York where he played basketball and was also asked to come out for the track team. He jumped 7 feet 1 inches in his first year.

Thomas was given a scholarship to attend the University of Alabama as a member of the Track and Field team. Thomas never looked back!
While on the professional track and field circuit, Thomas was invited to train with the German National coach for 3 years. During this time, Thomas learned many of the core and foundation training techniques that led to his breaking of the American high jump record.
Through the years, Thomas has been able to further refine and develop these training techniques.
Throughout his athletic career, Thomas has had the goodfortune and pleasure of competing across the globe.
Thomas amassed a number of accolades as a student and member of the Alabama Crimson Tide track-and-field team, as well as the US Track and Field Team.
After a distinguished career with the Boys and Girls Club, Thomas has turned his focus to training championship athletes.
He has found yet one more avenue to help instill the desire to achieve excellence and how to triumph over adversity.

Thomas lives with his wife and son in Alpharetta, GA.

Education:
University of Alabama, Tuscaloosa 1989 – Bachelor of business Administration – Sales and Marketing

Honors and Achievements

American High Jump Record Holder 7’ 9 ¼ “
Member of the US Track-and-Field team – 1986 through 1992
1989 World Champion Championships
1989 World Indoor Championships
1985 NCAA Outdoor High Jump Runner-up
2 time NCAA All American

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Questions for The Coach

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Fitness Questions Beginners ask

1)How often Should I exercise?

Coach: 2-3 Times a week 45-60 min

2) What time of the day is best to workout?

Coach: The time doesn't matter but try to be consistent with whatever time you start.

3) How long should my workouts be?

Coach: Start out with 45min to an hour per workout.

4)Should I lift weights for strength training if I'm a new runner?

Coach: The first 3-4 weeks for just runners, body weight is enough to build strength (push ups, Squats, sit ups, pull ups,etc).

-Coach Thomas Mccants

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