Looking for good "prize" for finishing an exercise challenge
beccaod
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I'm challenging myself to run at least 1 mile on my treadmill each day for the next 2 months, but what can I get myself as a "prize" if I complete my challenge?
I've been reading up on Habits and rewarding yourself for good habits and most say that the best reward is something that makes you continue the habit like new running shoes or new headphones (but I actually just got both of those). Does anyone have any good suggestions?
I've been reading up on Habits and rewarding yourself for good habits and most say that the best reward is something that makes you continue the habit like new running shoes or new headphones (but I actually just got both of those). Does anyone have any good suggestions?
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I'm challenging myself to run at least 1 mile on my treadmill each day for the next 2 months, but what can I get myself as a "prize" if I complete my challenge?
I've been reading up on Habits and rewarding yourself for good habits and most say that the best reward is something that makes you continue the habit like new running shoes or new headphones (but I actually just got both of those). Does anyone have any good suggestions?
depends on you I guess. An iTunes gift card for self so you can load more music up? A TV screen to hang on the wall in front of the treadmill. A book holder for the treadmill. A new fan (I have two cuz my garage is darn hot this time of year). Some new socks or running pants.
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A massage, pedicure or manicure would be nice0
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New workout clothes - good stuff like Athleta or Lululemon.
Pedicure/Manicure
Mini vacation or trip to do something fun?0 -
Are you going to increase speed / incline as you go and take rest days
Apart from fitness...which is it's own reward
Just get yourself something you'd like
I like massages and facials and new underwear and flowers and shiny things :bigsmile:0 -
I always opt for cheesecake.0
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See, I could never get myself a 'prize' because if I have to spend my own money on it then it's just a purchase not a prize haha. I don't like spending my own money, however if I really want something then I just buy it. Haha. I'm not helpful I know.
Workout clothes are a fave thing for me to buy right now.0 -
Whatever it is, make sure it's realistic and a real motivator and also make sure that it is NOT food.0
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Your prize should be running at least 2 miles a day instead of 1.0
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Cute running clothes!0
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R2D2 dress from Think Geek
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Making a habit of working out is the hardest habit to build. It actually takes about three months instead of the usual 30 days that most habits take.
If you like running on the treadmill, it will easier to complete the challenge than it will be if you are forcing yourself. It's very hard to form a habit to do something you don't want to do.
So, make sure that any reward you are giving yourself is reinforcing the act of running.
Personally, I could never do that - I find the treadmill one of the most boring activities ever. If I were running, I'd be outside, or at least on the indoor track in my Y.0 -
Maybe up the miles. Like do 1.5 miles, 2, 2.5 or whatever
new workout clothes
water bottle
haircut
shopping spree
save money and put a decent amount in the bank
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