You have two months before you tie the knot, and now that the planning is mostly done, you can finally focus on getting in shape. Is it too late? “It’s never too late—you just need to follow some basic principals,” says Kevin Valluzzi, WEtv.com’s fitness expert. Keep reading for some easy-to-follow tips.

Power Up With Protein

“Eating foods packed with protein keeps you satiated and boosts your metabolism,” says Valluzzi. “Protein is composed of amino acids, which take a long time to break down, so your body works harder to digest them and burns calories quickly.” What’s more, protein ignites the production of the hormone glucagon, which moves fat to your bloodstream to use for energy, not storage. But no need to become an Atkins junkie—just make sure to eat plenty of lean protein like chicken, fish, low-fat cheese, beans, and yogurt.

Don’t Fear Fat

“Many people think losing weight means swearing off fat, but the opposite is true,” says Valluzi. “Eating the right types of fat—monounsaturated fat—will keep pounds at bay.” So include nuts, peanut butter, and avocado in your diet. These foods enhance the breakdown of stored fat, and studies show monounsaturated fats are more satisfying than other types, so people eat less of them. And get your omega-3s (found in soybeans, walnuts, and salmon). In a classic study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, those who added a daily serving of fish high in omega-3s while cutting calories lost more weight than those who cut calories alone. And lastly, stay away from foods that contain transfats, which are mostly found in packaged, processed food.

Try Interval Training

Sure, it’s a feat to last 40 minutes on the treadmill. But did you know you could shorten the length of your workout and see quicker results by adding small bursts of activity to your routine? Here’s how: Limit cardio to 20 minutes, and add a 30-second sprint to your jog every five minutes or a two-minute incline to your treadmill workout. “You’ll increase your metabolism this way,” says Valluzzi. Or, if you don’t have time for a proper workout, squeeze in stair climbing or short walks to reap similar effects.

Lift Weights

“The main reason women don’t strength train is because they fear bulking up,” says Valluzzi. “But women simply don’t have enough testosterone to get big like men.” So hit the weight room. Strength training keeps your metabolism purring even when you’re just sitting down. The key is choosing weights that feel like a struggle to lift. “If you can easily do 16 to 18 repetitions, you’re shortchanging yourself,” says Valluzzi. “You’ll see results quicker when you use heavier weights and do fewer reps.” In fact, according to a study published in the journal Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise, women who lift weights increase their metabolism for up to two hours after exercise, burning as many as 100 extra calories throughout the day—even while watching television!

Eat Every 3 Hours

“It sounds counterintuitive, but the best way to burn fat quickly is to keep eating,” says Valluzzi. “Ideally, you should consume six small meals a day.” Why? When you go for a long time without eating, your system goes into starvation mode. Since your body doesn’t know when to expect another meal, it conserves calories, turning them into fat to survive, which results in weight gain. What’s more, frequent snacking keeps you satiated so you don’t overeat at your next meal. Just make sure each meal has the right combo of fulfilling protein and carbs. Think: a small banana with one tablespoon of peanut butter or a slice of whole-wheat toast with low-fat cheese.

Don’t Watch the Scale

“One of the biggest mistakes people make when trying to lose weight is relying on what the scale says,” says Kevin. “If you’re working out, you’re likely building muscle, which weighs more than fat, so your number will be higher.” Plus, your weight can fluctuate up to seven pounds throughout the day thanks to water retention. Can’t part with your scale? Here’s how to get an accurate reading: Wake up in the morning, urinate, then step on the scale, wearing as little clothing as possible. And try to limit checking to once every two weeks. That way, you’ll be focusing on how your clothes look and fit—the true indicator of weight loss.