Fitness Fanatic Bride Plays Rugby in Wedding Dress Before Deadlifting 250kg with Hubby
A bride, Jemma Dymond [nee Norton], recently made waves as she played a game of rugby in her wedding dress and lifted an impressive 250kg with her strongman husband, Matt Dymond. The couple, who met through a dating app almost three years ago, decided to inject their passion for sports into their wedding day. They invited all their guests to participate in a touch rugby game and even had a unique ‘first deadlift’ moment at their reception.
- Jemma is a former championship rugby player, while Matt competes in strongman competitions and recently placed ninth in the UK’s strongest man competition.
- They live in Exeter with their pet chameleon, ‘Stick-man’.
- The wedding reception was held at Withycombe Rugby Club, adding a special touch to their celebrations.
Jemma shared, “We both didn’t want the traditional wedding. We wanted something honest and fun, truly reflecting who we are as a couple. Our wedding should set the intention for our marriage – full of silliness, fun, and good vibes.” Their wedding day included a game of rugby, a ‘first deadlift,’ and a unique first dance to a remix of Disturbed’s ‘Sound of Silence,’ blending their favorite music genres.
The bride’s white dress survived the rugby game with only minor dirt marks, easily cleaned afterward. For their ‘first deadlift,’ the couple’s gym owner brought the necessary equipment to the venue, allowing guests to join in the weightlifting experience. Jemma highlighted, “We wanted everyone to feel welcome to participate.”
- The couple emphasized fun and uniqueness in their wedding to make it memorable and reflective of their personalities.
- Jemma works in a rugby agency and as a content creator, bringing her love for sports into her professional life.
- They plan to have an extended honeymoon in Australia and New Zealand, calling it their ‘megamoon.’
By incorporating elements of both sports, rugby, and strongman competitions, Jemma and Matt created a wedding day like no other, filled with laughter, love, and shared passions. It was a day that truly reflected their spirit and brought a touch of fun and quirkiness to the traditional celebration.