What are some rewards you give yourself after meeting your goals?

Heydew

Im started off at 220 lbs and I'm now down to 198. Once I reach -30lbs (so 190) I'm going to reward myself with a Fitbit HR! Then when I reach my ultimate goal I want to get the inside of my arm tattoo! (I already have the outside done) what are some sweet rewards you guys have or will give yourself after some goals are met (big or small)

pariskathryn

I have similar rewards for myself! I started at 209, when I hit 190 I got myself some neat work out clothes. When I hit 180 I got myself a charge hr. Over the next 40 pounds I'll use more athletic gear (sports bras, socks, yada yada) and at 130 I'm getting a Lisa Simpson tattoo

2bfit_2015

I added you (I started when I was 230 and now I am 195)
This is something that definitely kept me motivated during this entire journey! I kept a list of all the things I wanted to do for myself once I reached certain milestones.
1) -30 (200lbs) I got the bowflex machine ✔️
2) -50 (180lbs) I want new weights so I can start lifting heavy
3) -70 (160lbs) this one is more about spoiling myself!
4) -90 (140lbs) I want a punching bag
5) -100 (130lbs) full body make over, hair, cut, color, spa day etc I just want one whole day to celebrate myself and my amazingness! Then I want to go eat food haha jk

Imperfect_Angel

I would like to book myself a holiday once I hit my goal weight of 150lbs. This is a promise I made to myself and I plan on sticking with it.

I'm currently at 211lbs and for every 20lbs lost, I'm doing something special, maybe a HRM at 190lbs. A new purse at 170lbs and my holiday at 150lbs xx

Teanei

Maybe this is what I need to do, set a point to reward myself so here goes. I am currently 160. My goal is 150 and maintain. I've been at it since august 2014 and I haven't done it yet cause of bad habits.

Reach 150: Finally buy myself a complete, cute workout outfit

Maintain for 1 month: Custom floor mats for my vehicle.

I'll set another goal for maintaining for another month when I get there or I may want to alter that goal a bit. I'll determine when I get there if that weight is good for me considering how I feel, health, and all that other good stuff.

Thanks, OP.

ElizabethKalmbach

I tend to set fitness oriented goals more than I do weightloss goals. So when I had 10k steps, 5 days a week for close to an entire summer, I got myself a (used) treadmill for inclement weather. If I use the treadmill this whole winter coming up, I intend to drop the money on a nice new one with bells and possibly even whistles.

Every 500 miles walked (per my fitbit) I get a new pair of shoes.

When I finally pull a 225 deadlift, I'm totally getting some kind of celebratory t-shirt.

And so on.

TakingBackForever

These are mine though they have been changing as I go. I just started Yoga, so I want a mat now!

*200 - Kitchen Scale
193.5 (10%) - Etsy Bag
190 - Yoga Mat
185 (Overweight) - Head phones
180 - Car detailed
172 (20%) - Refrigerator
170 - Dishes
160 - Deep fryer
155 (Normal) - Bath Towels
150 (30%) - Stove
140 - Wardrobe (shopping spree)
1 month maintain - Tennis Shoes

I also have Fitness Goals that I buy new workout clothes for completing.

JohnBarth

We're going to Hawaii next April for our 15th anniversary. I'm going Skydiving! Never been anywhere near the weight limit for something like that, so it's definitely time!

vixtris

Well I kind of think of this as a reward for my progress so far. Back in like, March or April, I bought tickets to go see a concert this July. Hopefully I'll be about 30 lbs down by that time. I would really love to go on a nice beach vacation when I get to my goal.

jamesha100

I started at 254 and am not going to give myself any rewards until 220 as I got down to 224 at the start of the year and then put it back on over the course of three months

When I get to 220 I am going to get some new cycling shoes.

Going below 200 will be massive for me so I am thinking of booking a cycling holiday to Rome. There is one in October where you get to ride around the major sites of Rome during the course of a 120km route.

I would have to book it before I get under 200 though which kinda feels like cheating so I might do something else.

Asher_Ethan

I have a trip planned This Wednesday to next Wednesday and if I stay below my average calorie intake to maintain, I'm treating myself to a salon day with highlights and a hair cut.

rebeccaEsmith

A trip to Thailand only 9 more weeks need to hit my next by goal down 7.5kg before the trip

PamelaD88

These are some great ideas. I'm working on creating new goals for me.

Also looking for some support so I did send some friend requests. I'm close to a lot of your measurements as well

BrittaniDirks

When I reached a 15 pound loss I got a new pair of shoes, other than that I'm not sure, I know for sure when I reach a 40 pound loss I'll prob need some new clothes, trying not to buy too many clothes until then! I started at 210, am now 195,and trying to get to 170 and then aybe 150 maybe lol!! but I would love to go to vegas!!

2ledbetter

I thought when I lost under 200 (I'm 199) I would go on a Hot Air balloon ride, but I decided that would have only been for me when my family has been on this journey with me. I'm now trying to decide between a real bike or stationary one. But in 2 pounds I will also have lost 100 pounds. I think I might get a permanent for my hair. Haven't had one in 20 years, since before my son was born. It will also help me to get ready quicker after my workouts, I hope . I thought I would buy clothes, but I find myself wanting to lose more weight first.

tesemarie

I just reached my first big goal which was 33 lbs down-- my ore-pregnancy weight. I still have 46 lbs to go to get to my ultimate weight goal. When I get there, my husband and I and our 2 girls (7 and 2) are having a family photography session done. Our first real, professional and pricey one . I intend to get a shot of my husband carrying me-- like wedding threshold style. He's never been able to do that the whole time weve been married. The thought of that pic keeps me motivated . I told him he better start hitting the weights for his arms though

alias1001

I'm saving up for a new wardrobe. Not particularly original but sorely needed.

BTW, anyone have recommendations for petite professional clothing? Can't do polyester.

ccourcha

Heydew wrote: »

Im started off at 220 lbs and I'm now down to 198. Once I reach -30lbs (so 190) I'm going to reward myself with a Fitbit HR! Then when I reach my ultimate goal I want to get the inside of my arm tattoo! (I already have the outside done) what are some sweet rewards you guys have or will give yourself after some goals are met (big or small)

I also am getting a fitbit hr for my 190 goal!!!!!!!!!! few more weeks, can't wait!

chrizzylicious513

I will be making my list shortly. Please add me for encouraging and support...I need all the help I can get.
My goal is 70 pounds.
So I know for sure some workout outfits and a new wardrobe will be on this list...

chrizzylicious513

How often do find that you should reward yourself? I see some people are rewarding every 20 pounds then others are on more of a timeline.
Just wondering everyone's opinions while I try to figure out my goal/reward list.

SherryTeach

I am going to counter all this reward talk by saying that I don't believe in giving myself external rewards. It's already my money since I worked to earn it and I am already worth spending it on myself. Besides, I am not 12 and do not need to be bribed. The outcome is the reward. In any event, external rewards generally do not work for any tasks that involve creative and critical thinking or problem-solving. Yes, a reward can make my dog sit, stay, and heel, but they don't work very well for people. My reward is that I will hopefully live a happy, healthy life for quite a few more years.

amycuz14

I haven't made a list, I have "dream" ideas, but now I want to make a set list! My only goal so far is I want to get a small Superman tattoo (I know, maybe a bit geeky, but it's got a story LOL!) when I earn my black belt. I'm getting closer, only 2 belts between me and that black, and I won't get all the way without getting in really good shape and shedding these pounds! Now I'm going to set some weight rewards

pariskathryn

SherryTeach wrote: »

I am going to counter all this reward talk by saying that I don't believe in giving myself external rewards. It's already my money since I worked to earn it and I am already worth spending it on myself. Besides, I am not 12 and do not need to be bribed. The outcome is the reward. In any event, external rewards generally do not work for any tasks that involve creative and critical thinking or problem-solving. Yes, a reward can make my dog sit, stay, and heel, but they don't work very well for people. My reward is that I will hopefully live a happy, healthy life for quite a few more years.

Jeez, lighten up. Getting myself a new pair of pants to exercise in when I've worked my butt off and lost 5 inches from my hips doesn't mean I don't value the intrinsic reward of the hard work.

fearnsey71

pariskathryn wrote: »

SherryTeach wrote: »

I am going to counter all this reward talk by saying that I don't believe in giving myself external rewards. It's already my money since I worked to earn it and I am already worth spending it on myself. Besides, I am not 12 and do not need to be bribed. The outcome is the reward. In any event, external rewards generally do not work for any tasks that involve creative and critical thinking or problem-solving. Yes, a reward can make my dog sit, stay, and heel, but they don't work very well for people. My reward is that I will hopefully live a happy, healthy life for quite a few more years.

Jeez, lighten up. Getting myself a new pair of pants to exercise in when I've worked my butt off and lost 5 inches from my hips doesn't mean I don't value the intrinsic reward of the hard work.

my thoughts exactly. Why can't you have both!

I've lost 36lb so far and have had to buy new clothes. But as a treat I bought myself an Asics running top that is size XL. I essentially look like a deformed sausage in it at the moment but my reward for the next 3 to 4 weeks of weighing food, planning meals, snacks, walking 3 miles every other day, going to the furthest loos in the building, parking as far away from shop entrances as possible, gardening 3 times a week (2 hours at a time), doing squats, lifting weights is that the next time I put that top on I will look like, not a deformed sausage, but an overweight runner and I am absolutely fine with that. And then in 6 months when it goes in the too big pile I am having a steak the size of my head.

Soopatt

Goals like this are fun and if you grew up in a home where you were rewarded with food for doing things, as I was, then non food rewards are a way to break that mind-set. Whatever the milestone - a birthday or a weight loss goal achieved, I would rather have a new pair of jeans than a slap up meal.

I am saving my new jeans purchase until I get to 70kg and then I want to get a tight pair that will still work at 65kg! The 60kg goal is a holiday to your lovely United States (I live in Africa. It is going to be expensive.)

If anyone has ever read Dan Ariely, he talks about the mechanisms behind why rewarding ourselves for doing difficult things pays off. There is real science behind it. (Predictably Irrational - the chapter where he talks about how he rewarded himself for taking horrible meds with side-effects and the trials his team did to explore the idea further).

rivy1226

I just started so I haven't really given myself any awards yet. but I think I will get a manicure at a salon after every 10 lbs lost. Im at 8.5 lbs.. so Im close to my first manicure!

Sairzie

Started 194lb. Goal is 134lb. 60lbs to lose total or in UK measurements 4 stone 4 lb. I'm down 8lb already.

Once I've lost a stone (14lb) I'm going to treat myself to a home pamper day
2 stone (-28lb) Will be exercise equipment/gear of some kind
3 stone (-42lb) Will be some new nice make up
No reward for 4 stone as my final goal is only 4lb more!
Goal: New wardrobe of clothes (as should slim from UK size 16 down to size 10-12) and have my hair professionally dyed auburn/red.

buxbert

Not sure yet, best reward is to be here and see that it works! I will treat myself to a new swimsuit when my class starts again in October. Till then I mean to lose 5 kg more (a total of 10) and I might need one. I also would love one of those Polar things with chest belt where you can measure distance in swimming, heart rate... I have to check first, how expensive they are though, but I like knowing what I have done in exercise. For after my final goal I will trade my gym membership against something a bit more fun, like membership in a yoga studio or something I might enjoy at that time. I probably have a year to go so time to think about it. I will not do rewards like "when I lose so much I'll have that". I have tried it before and it did not work for me at all. I started cheating with results and behaved like a naughty child. What I will do is try to be relaxed about it all and spoil myself once in a while with non-food goodies. Today, after reaching my first minus 5 kg, I am wearing jeans with a T-Shirt that does NOT cover my hips - big treat for me!

Noelv1976

Cold Stone Ice Cream

nyponbell

I was going to get a Fitbit HR as a reward after x amount of weight loss, but then I also thought that it might be good for me to get it now to help me reach that weight loss goal, so that's what I did. I think you will be very happy with it, I know I am!

As for other goal rewards, I need to sit down and think about that. My ultimate reward is a surgery and a shopping spree, but I should probably put in some smaller goals as well that will either help me reach my GW faster or new clothes.

BW__NOT

I like to keep it simple.....a great bourbon and a good cigar!