Rewards

FitOneSoon
FitOneSoon Posts: 467 Member
in Health and Weight Loss
Wondering what others have set as a reward for themselves when they reach mini and over goals?
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  • steph_runn44
    steph_runn44 Posts: 28 Member
    I made mini goals for every 5 pounds like a massage or pedicure or getting a new pair of workout pants or a swimsuit. I made them non-food related and things I generally don't splurge on often.
  • FitOneSoon
    FitOneSoon Posts: 467 Member
    steph_runn44 wrote: »
    I made mini goals for every 5 pounds like a massage or pedicure or getting a new pair of workout pants or a swimsuit. I made them non-food related and things I generally don't splurge on often.

    Didn't think of those! I'm looking to fill in my last two. I have mine set for every 10lbs. Have the first 20lbs set but was hoping by asking others I would get some ideas for my last 20lbs. Thanks :)
  • missmagnoliablossom
    missmagnoliablossom Posts: 240 Member
    I just took a list of things I really want, but rarely buy myself, and set them down for each 10 pounds lost, as well as bigger milestones (onederland, BMI changes, goal, etc.). Some examples would be: a facial, new art for my apartment, a particular bracelet I've been wanting, a few books, etc. Big goal is a trip to CA + shopping my (hopefully) little heart out.
  • TimothyFish
    TimothyFish Posts: 4,925 Member
    Rewards for losing weight seems like getting a trophy for participating in sports.
  • clags301
    clags301 Posts: 69 Member
    TimothyFish wrote: »
    Rewards for losing weight seems like getting a trophy for participating in sports.

    I'm kinda with you on this one. The reward for me is being healthy, feeling confident and rocking size 4 jeans!
  • ktekc
    ktekc Posts: 879 Member
    my 75 pound reward for myself was a new tattoo. . tried posting a picture but cant figure out how to scale it down and no one needs to see my foot that big. . lol
  • JaydedMiss
    JaydedMiss Posts: 4,286 Member
    edited February 2017
    new clothes...and may sound a bit stupid but iv never been into painting my nails but i was looking for excuses to walk more, And something to keep my hands busy. Fairly often ill walk an hour each way to the dollar store thats semi far away grab some nail polish and come home and do my nails. Burns the calories, Gives me a purpose in my walk, Keeps my hands busy for an hour i cant be eating, And i feel pretty :p

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    ktekc wrote: »
    my 75 pound reward for myself was a new tattoo. . tried posting a picture but cant figure out how to scale it down and no one needs to see my foot that big. . lol

    I also got a new tattoo at 75 pounds on my thigh :D I love it so much it reminds me why i do this :p
  • JaydedMiss
    JaydedMiss Posts: 4,286 Member
    alilmessedup wrote: »
    May sound a little weird but it worked for me, when I got down to a certain weight, I bought all new pretty panties in the appropriate size. Made me feel pretty even though no one else saw them.

    80 pounds down (232-150) And im still in the same panties XD My booty just wont go away LOL. Owell
  • deannalfisher
    deannalfisher Posts: 5,600 Member
    annacole94 wrote: »
    TimothyFish wrote: »
    Rewards for losing weight seems like getting a trophy for participating in sports.
    So?

    Changing behaviour is hard work. Rewarding yourself is fun.

    You have loads of good advice, but sometimes... if you've got nothing nice to say, try saying nothing.

    there is a ton of psychological research between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation (so much so that I had to take an entire graduate psych class on motivation. Ultimately, some folks are motivated by things (small rewards etc) and others by intrinsic (doing it for yourself etc)
  • annacole94
    annacole94 Posts: 997 Member
    deannalfisher wrote: »
    annacole94 wrote: »
    TimothyFish wrote: »
    Rewards for losing weight seems like getting a trophy for participating in sports.
    So?

    Changing behaviour is hard work. Rewarding yourself is fun.

    You have loads of good advice, but sometimes... if you've got nothing nice to say, try saying nothing.

    there is a ton of psychological research between intrinsic and extrinsic motivation (so much so that I had to take an entire graduate psych class on motivation. Ultimately, some folks are motivated by things (small rewards etc) and others by intrinsic (doing it for yourself etc)
    I do best with a balance. I know that ultimately, my health is mine and good health is more fun than bad health.

    But I'm also motivated by things like "streaks" of days with over 60 min of activity on Google Fit and putting money on losing weight (I won January - and now I need to work hard to win February).

    If looking forward to a massage or a pedicure or new clothes makes it easier to skip that food you shouldn't eat, or get out and exercise, then do the thing that works for you. If you don't need that... cool story, bro.
  • nicruns
    nicruns Posts: 201 Member
    steph_runn44 wrote: »
    I made mini goals for every 5 pounds like a massage or pedicure or getting a new pair of workout pants or a swimsuit. I made them non-food related and things I generally don't splurge on often.

    SAME here.
    mani/pedi, massage, random kitchen gadget I want (but don't need), new workout top/bottom, some sort of fancy bath/body product (scented epsom salts or a new moisturizer)
  • kshama2001
    kshama2001 Posts: 28,052 Member
    New clothes FTW!
  • Packerjohn
    Packerjohn Posts: 4,855 Member
    TimothyFish wrote: »
    Rewards for losing weight seems like getting a trophy for participating in sports.

    Understand, keeping a reasonable weight is responsible behavior for good health. Do people reward themselves for brushing their teeth everyday?
  • becky10rp
    becky10rp Posts: 573 Member
    I don't know if I call it a 'reward', but I put the $ back into myself: new workout shoes, equipment, etc. This, and - the best 'reward' is the shower after the workout, and feeling that you kicked it again....lol!
  • Packerjohn
    Packerjohn Posts: 4,855 Member
    Gallowmere1984 wrote: »
    Packerjohn wrote: »
    TimothyFish wrote: »
    Rewards for losing weight seems like getting a trophy for participating in sports.

    Understand, keeping a reasonable weight is responsible behavior for good health. Do people reward themselves for brushing their teeth everyday?

    My body rewards me by letting me keep my teeth. It's a pretty awesome reward.

    Exactly just like getting to/maintaining one's weight is a big part to being healthy, being able to run with your grandkids,etc. Extremely awesome reward.
  • RosieS_1980
    RosieS_1980 Posts: 61 Member
    Every 7lbs I get an order of nice bath stuff in and fancy face cream etc and every 14lbs will be new trainers or clothes :) when I reach my goal I'm going to have a KFC family bucket :D
  • Mary_Anastasia
    Mary_Anastasia Posts: 267 Member
    edited February 2017
    I've never considered giving myself a reward....my motivation is to feel attractive, my ex hammered it into my head that I would never be attractive unless I lost weight (I was a size 14), and considering I'm 31 and haven't dated in 5 years, I think he may be right. So, maybe my reward will be a husband :P
  • FitOneSoon
    FitOneSoon Posts: 467 Member
    Lots of awesome ideas! Surprised at the some what negative comments though. If you're not into giving your self a reward for all the hard work you've done fine. But whats to point in commenting if you're only going to be negative about something that helps others stay on track?
  • JaydedMiss
    JaydedMiss Posts: 4,286 Member
    yeah dont worry about the negative comments theres nothing wrong with rewarding yourself with some nice stuff, You work hard you deserve it :P
  • birdtobe
    birdtobe Posts: 105 Member
    When I get to my final goal, I plan to get myself a nice piece of jewelry--maybe a ring or a watch--that I will see every day to remind myself to stay on track. For now, I'm just rewarding myself with new clothes!
  • Tacklewasher
    Tacklewasher Posts: 7,122 Member
    I haven't really used rewards for mini-goals. New clothes are just an essential to me as the 52W looks really stupid on me now, so that's not really a reward. I know that I have plans to do some things this summer I couldn't do before, like zip-lining or being pulled in a parachute behind a boat. And I have those to look forward to, but I just don't have any little things that I am looking forward to ,

    Having said that, I've no issue with folks wanting to get themselves something for milestones. I think it's a great idea and don't get all the negativity towards it. Really is annoying to read.
  • Gallowmere1984
    Gallowmere1984 Posts: 6,626 Member
    Mary_Anastasia wrote: »
    I've never considered giving myself a reward....my motivation is to feel attractive, my ex hammered it into my head that I would never be attractive unless I lost weight (I was a size 14), and considering I'm 31 and haven't dated in 5 years, I think he may be right. So, maybe my reward will be a husband :P

    I've been married and divorced twice now. Told my current girl that I refuse to get married again until I can total Master in two different weight classes, and elite in one. She was amused, and approved. Luckily for me, she's never been too keen on the idea of marriage anyway.

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