How do you treat yourself?

tiffanypettyjohn
tiffanypettyjohn Posts: 61
in Health and Weight Loss
So, after achieving a small (or large) weight loss goal, how do you guys reward yourself, and how often? Do you allow an extra cheat meal or maybe a new clothing item?

Just curious! Happy Sunday! =):bigsmile:
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  • lilmisfit
    lilmisfit Posts: 860 Member
    New clothes and shoes. It's nice to have an excuse to go shopping!
  • withchaco
    withchaco Posts: 1,026 Member
    No extra going-over meals other than what I have already planned into my usual schedule.

    New clothing is a great one :) You're gonna need them anyway, right?

    I'm also hoping I'll have the money for a beach vacation when my body is ready.
  • tiffanypettyjohn
    tiffanypettyjohn Posts: 61
    Looove shopping! Can't wait till I can fit in 2 sizes smaller! :)
  • Playingwithfire89
    Playingwithfire89 Posts: 87
    shopping for clothes (Its nice fitting into a smaller size!)
  • loricasanas
    loricasanas Posts: 8
    A massage or pedicure!!!:bigsmile:
  • CincinnatiDEIFan
    CincinnatiDEIFan Posts: 188 Member
    For me looking in the mirror is enough of a treat. :-) Yay!
  • tiffanypettyjohn
    tiffanypettyjohn Posts: 61
    Love the pedicure idea!
  • Jazmab
    Jazmab Posts: 2 Member
    I have lost 6.8 pounds since starting mfp about a couple of weeks ago. I haven't treated myself yet but when I get under 200 pounds I will be buying me some new and much needed jeans.
  • mineboy
    mineboy Posts: 2,478 Member
    I have an Drumstick (ice cream) every night.
  • jenilla1
    jenilla1 Posts: 11,118 Member
    For me looking in the mirror is enough of a treat. :-) Yay!

    This. I am not big on extrinsic rewards. I don't need treats. I know what I've done and it's reward enough for me. But I'm all for others rewarding themselves if it helps to motivate them. :flowerforyou:
  • tiffanypettyjohn
    tiffanypettyjohn Posts: 61
    I have lost 6.8 pounds since starting mfp about a couple of weeks ago. I haven't treated myself yet but when I get under 200 pounds I will be buying me some new and much needed jeans.

    Way to go!!!
  • WendyTerry420
    WendyTerry420 Posts: 13,274 Member
    My treat is shedding fat, :laugh:
  • tiffanypettyjohn
    tiffanypettyjohn Posts: 61
    I have an Drumstick (ice cream) every night.
    Hmmmm.. Don't know if the ice cream EVERY night will work well with my plans! lol.
  • apocalypsepwnie
    apocalypsepwnie Posts: 373
    My partner does most of the 'treating' he's so lovely and it really inspires me to keep going as he notices. He's bought me some cute tops and a new pair of sports shoes to work out in.
    He was also very patient while I searched for a digital scale and hand weights the other day and carried them for me.

    So far it's just been work out gear really. New tights, tops and things to help me. I've got a heart rate monitor and some hand weights.
    I did however purchase my 'goal' dress last week and it came in the mail today. I might even fit into it BEFORE I get to my goal which is really exciting.

    I do struggle with not rewarding myself with food. I do allow myself treats but they are worked into my plan rather than being 'I earned this'.
  • tiffanypettyjohn
    tiffanypettyjohn Posts: 61
    shopping for clothes (Its nice fitting into a smaller size!)
    I totally agree!
  • needamulligan
    needamulligan Posts: 558 Member
    New clothes! :happy:

    Bad news is that it will be a very long time before I run out of the various sizes of clothes still in my closet from my way up this mountain. Have to say that I am enjoying the climb down much more. Maybe that is the reward in and of itself!
  • tiffanypettyjohn
    tiffanypettyjohn Posts: 61
    My partner does most of the 'treating' he's so lovely and it really inspires me to keep going as he notices. He's bought me some cute tops and a new pair of sports shoes to work out in.
    He was also very patient while I searched for a digital scale and hand weights the other day and carried them for me.

    So far it's just been work out gear really. New tights, tops and things to help me. I've got a heart rate monitor and some hand weights.
    I did however purchase my 'goal' dress last week and it came in the mail today. I might even fit into it BEFORE I get to my goal which is really exciting.

    I do struggle with not rewarding myself with food. I do allow myself treats but they are worked into my plan rather than being 'I earned this'.
    I too have a "goal" dress hanging on my closet door. I cant wait to wear it!
  • caroleannlight
    caroleannlight Posts: 173 Member
    I was wondering about this myself today. I came up with these ideas /musings. Firstly I don't want to send myself a message that food is a reward so my ideas are all none food. hope that makes sense.

    Small rewards

    Luxury bath melt /bubble bar
    A new lipstick
    New earings

    medium

    massage
    mani/pedi
    expensive perfume
    new clothes
    trip to cinema / theatre / concert

    major

    book holiday
    spa day
    designer clothes / handbag
    some kind of experience day e.g. off roading

    Not thought about what should achieve for each category??? I have a lot to lose so ? small = 5lb medium =15 major = 30. What do you guys think? I just booked a craft class - hat making workshop as a reward for commiting to change my life and making the first steps - so maybe try something new ? I booked my class on groupon so maybe see whats on offer. i would love some more inspiration. It will be a long haul for me so i need to keep it spiced up to keep me interested.
  • mineboy
    mineboy Posts: 2,478 Member
    I have an Drumstick (ice cream) every night.
    Hmmmm.. Don't know if the ice cream EVERY night will work well with my plans! lol.
    it works for me, i still lose weight, but i do the hard work too....:flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:
  • Priincess_Natalie
    Priincess_Natalie Posts: 367 Member
    Clothes, shoes, kitchen appliance...something that is one my wish list :). I keep an ongoing list of things I would like to have from large items to smaller items. I check them off as I "earn" them!
  • tiffanypettyjohn
    tiffanypettyjohn Posts: 61
    I have an Drumstick (ice cream) every night.
    Hmmmm.. Don't know if the ice cream EVERY night will work well with my plans! lol.
    it works for me, i still lose weight, but i do the hard work too....:flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:
    lol.. Hey, whatever works! :happy:
  • dsjohndrow
    dsjohndrow Posts: 1,820 Member
    I never reward myself with food. There are already birthdays and holidays which offer more than ample opportunity to overeat.

    I like clothes and music. And a cruise this winter sounds good too. :)
  • dr2k12
    dr2k12 Posts: 291 Member
    I don't actually, never thought of it that way as I'm so happy to be on the path I'm on...
  • marcia724
    marcia724 Posts: 180 Member
    Guilt free Thrift Store shopping!!!!! :D
  • Rosa1213
    Rosa1213 Posts: 456 Member
    I take a photo and write my new weight on it. That never fails to make me feel amazing!

    Once I reach my goal weight though, I absolutely plan to go get my nipples pierced. That will be my ultimate reward; I've been wanting to do it FOREVER!
  • bpotts44
    bpotts44 Posts: 1,066 Member
    I bought some size 34 jeans when they fit and I'll buy some 32s when they fit as well. Don't really need a reward aside from looking in the mirror and measuring my progress.
  • Gwen_B
    Gwen_B Posts: 1,018 Member
    I have no choice to get new clothes when i can't fit my old one!
  • Colbyandsage
    Colbyandsage Posts: 751 Member
    I have an Drumstick (ice cream) every night.
    Hmmmm.. Don't know if the ice cream EVERY night will work well with my plans! lol.
    it works for me, i still lose weight, but i do the hard work too....:flowerforyou: :flowerforyou:

    I am on maintence now... I eat a snickers ice cream almost every night :flowerforyou:
  • RoseRoiz
    RoseRoiz Posts: 95
    A massage, pedicure, manicure , facial!!
  • Colbyandsage
    Colbyandsage Posts: 751 Member
    Oh, to answer ur question. I got side tracked by ice cream talk! I buy clothes :love:

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