Diet Plans to lose 20 pounds

The biggest diet mistake a future bride can make is believing that the mental image of your svelte self walking down the aisle is going to be all it takes to get you to eat right and exercise. Sure, you may be super focused at first, but once you realize you have to start a new workout and diet routine (or kick what you're already doing into high gear), plan a wedding, and live your regular life, exercise and eating well will likely fall by the wayside. The truth is, you need a plan—one that takes the guesswork out of what to eat but is flexible enough to accommodate a very full schedule. Our sensible, sane, and satisfying diet does that and more. The meals are built around an assortment of foods that help make slimming down and staying full. Whether you have 10, 15, or 20 pounds to lose, our plan provides enough calories from nutritious foods so you'll be able to function at your best every day, and yet still delivers the slim, sexy shape you want.

How it works Every day for the next eight weeks, simply pick your breakfast, lunch, dinner, and snacks from the lists of meals provided, according to your calorie needs and what you have going on that day. (We've included plenty of on-the-go options for those crazy-busy times.) Pair this diet with our "Wedding Dress Workout" on page 130 and we guarantee you'll be looking—and feeling—gorgeous on your wedding day.

Customize Your Plan

If you want to LOSE 10 pounds, EAT 1, 700 calories a day, and EXPECT TO LOSE 1 1/4 pounds a week.

If you want to LOSE 15 pounds, EAT 1, 600 calories a day, and EXPECT TO LOSE 1 3/4 pounds a week.

If you want to LOSE 20 pounds, EAT 1, 500 calories a day, and EXPECT TO LOSE 2 1/4 pounds a week.