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How do you reward yourself?

dashe546
dashe546 Posts: 13 Member
edited November 2024 in Motivation and Support
Hi everyone! I want to know how everyone rewards themselves when they reach a milestone.
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  • SherryTeach
    SherryTeach Posts: 2,836 Member
    Why would I need to do that? I'm a grown up. I just keep my eye on the fact that I want to be around for a very long time and healthy enough to enjoy it. I know quite a few people who buy themselves stuff, but very few whose self-gifts make a difference in their progress.
  • katharmonic
    katharmonic Posts: 5,724 Member
    Well, I'm a grown up too but I enjoy rewards :). I have been trying to choose rewards that would continue to motivate me. I just bought myself a Fitbit after reaching 30 days of logging everything and starting to lose some weight. Other rewards I have in mind are a massage and some new workout clothes. When I get to my goal weight I will definitely reward myself with some new, smaller, clothes!
  • adriaticsea
    adriaticsea Posts: 20 Member
    I reward myself by investing into hobbies that help me reach milestones. I'm trying to count my milestones in activities rather than reaching weight loss goals. So finishing a tough bike race felt like an achievment/milestone and was a reward in itself. The added bonus is buying myself cycling gloves and a bike rack.
  • arditarose
    arditarose Posts: 15,573 Member
    I just reward myself all the time because there is no end in sight as far as my physique/fitness goals go. Clothes, mani/pedi, a nice dinner.
  • ThatBassoonChick
    ThatBassoonChick Posts: 24 Member
    My rewards are often food based, I try to at least once a week save enough calories to have a bowl of my favorite ice cream. As for long term, probably just new clothes or one day where I don't pay attention to calories and eat what I want when I want (I haven't reached something that I consider a milestone yet though so hard to say what I'll do)
  • simply_bubbz
    simply_bubbz Posts: 245 Member
    When I lose 15 pounds I'm going to buy myself one of those newer polar HR monitor watches. I been wanting one for a while but they're a tad bit expensive but I will make it a gift to myself for reaching a small milestone! Losing any amount of weight is hard so why not reward yourself for all your hard wrk
  • RodaRose
    RodaRose Posts: 9,562 Member
    Six months ago I started planning a plane trip to see one of my brothers at the end of June. It was a wonderful trip. :star:
  • R1rainbows
    R1rainbows Posts: 129 Member
    I have often thought of rewarding myself but have yet to do so. I think when I hit my -30lb(9 more to go!) maybe I'll eat something cheaty(lol) or buy something neat like some more fitness stuff or maybe some clothes... Though I am reluctant about the clothes because I still have a ways to go lol. This is a great thread by the way, would love to see more of how people celebrate their milestones :)
  • busyPK
    busyPK Posts: 3,788 Member
    I have a few rewards for myself once I hit different goals: new tattoo, weight set, new running shoes and 1-2 years away a boob lift, LOL.
  • whmscll
    whmscll Posts: 2,255 Member
    I like to buy new workout clothes, too.
  • Machka9
    Machka9 Posts: 25,879 Member
    I don't reward myself. Rewards are not a motivator for me. I feel happy when I reach milestones, but I don't need stuff in order to congratulate myself.

    And if I do need stuff (like the hiking shoes I bought a couple weeks ago), I just go get them.
  • haileycram
    haileycram Posts: 6 Member
    Food wise: graham crackers at the end of the day or a skinny cow ice cream sandwich!
    Also, if I have a really awesome work out that I feel great about, I'll give myself 100 extra calories for the day!
    Rewards, I decided that I would only buy myself a new sports bra, pair of shoes, or iTunes running playlist if I exercise 3 times a week, 3 weeks in a row. Set goals that are within your reach, but you have to work towards! :)
  • barbecuesauce
    barbecuesauce Posts: 1,771 Member
    I don't, never have. Didn't think it was necessary. I'm -64 and would have spent too much money on clothing I would have shrunk out of by now.

    I eat junk food if I have the calories and the desire. I buy things when it's absolutely crucial. I work out because I love it, not because there's a carrot in it for me.
  • Renebry
    Renebry Posts: 22 Member
    I wouldn't really call it a reward, but more along the lines of "serious motivation". When I lost 10 lbs and could really see the difference, I went out and got myself a motivation dress to hang in the closet. It's figure hugging and super sexy. I try it on once a week to see the differences. It works for me. I don't want to let my dress down. Haha
  • IILikeToMoveItMoveIt
    IILikeToMoveItMoveIt Posts: 1,172 Member
    For me it's mostly fitness equipment. Big stuff like flying a plane and laser hair removal at big milestones.
  • MsWendyDarling
    MsWendyDarling Posts: 138 Member
    I bought a good pair of running shoes because mine weren't that good. It was more as an investment than a reward I suppose.. ☺
  • crubio360
    crubio360 Posts: 19 Member
    I love getting new cute workout clothes or shoes. It keeps fitness fresh and exciting. Plus, if you are losing weight, you will need new clothes anyways! I also love going to a new fitness class with a friend. Picnics and long walks/ chats with friends are also a blast.
  • karlis87
    karlis87 Posts: 111 Member
    Clothes that fit and make me feel good every 5 lbs. I never buy clothes or go shopping bc I'm on a pretty strict budget so this is an awesome reward!
  • debubbie
    debubbie Posts: 767 Member
    Workout clothes, fitness gear and gadgets, some delicious food at a fancy place that I generally don't go to, and road trips. I love to travel! The money I save by cooking instead of eating out goes towards camping trips or hotel stays in a city that I haven't explored before. Also, I reward myself by signing up for new races with cool t-shirts and bling!
  • tat2cookie
    tat2cookie Posts: 1,899 Member
    I get new fitness gear.
  • Teamhynes
    Teamhynes Posts: 31 Member
    My feet take such a beating with the miles I put on them during the week that I get a pedicure like every 2 to 3 weeks. Full spa version with awesome leg massage.
  • davisfun5
    davisfun5 Posts: 6 Member
    edited July 2015
    I choose things that I would not normally do for myself like a pedicure, or a fun piece of costume jewelry, massage something like that. I do it for every 10 pounds I lose. Good luck!
  • ibamosaserreinas
    ibamosaserreinas Posts: 294 Member
    My first 10% I got a nice haircut.
    My second 10% I bought my fitbit.
    I'm coming up on my third 10% and I haven't decided yet... We just moved to an apartment with a nice big pool. I am thinking about getting a nice swimsuit.
  • Spike_G
    Spike_G Posts: 149 Member
    Rewards for mini goals up to now have been new clothes but that's more out of necessity (which is great B) )
    My goal reward is to finish my tattoo sleeve since by then I won't feel awkward walking around in tee shirts anymore :)
  • WheezynFat
    WheezynFat Posts: 8 Member
    I invest in one of my hobbies, either PS4 or I buy myself a new DE razor. Now I write it down it sounds weird
  • daniellepstewart209
    daniellepstewart209 Posts: 32 Member
    Never used to 'reward' myself, but now I meet up with friends once a month and don't worry about the calories for that meal. I can look forward to my splurge meal. However I have not cut anything out apart from stuff that makes me sick! Lol if I want chocolate and it's going to fit/ maybe eat back more exercise cal than normal, I eat it! It won't kill me and I know if I don't I will binge on it! So better to have in moderation . My almost 5stone loss reward was completing my first ever 5k obstical course and doing it all! That was the best thing I cod do, made me feel so good! Next year is 10k!
  • dashe546
    dashe546 Posts: 13 Member
    simply_bubbz wrote: »
    When I lose 15 pounds I'm going to buy myself one of those newer polar HR monitor watches. I been wanting one for a while but they're a tad bit expensive but I will make it a gift to myself for reaching a small milestone! Losing any amount of weight is hard so why not reward yourself for all your hard wrk

    Hey simply_bubbz. I have a polar HR monitor and it is awesome! I really love it because sometimes I don’t know if Im working out hard enough. I hope you like it to when you get yours :-) Thanks for the reply!
  • dashe546
    dashe546 Posts: 13 Member
    Thanks everyone for you response! I liked all your ideas, and I’ve decided that for my next 5,10,15lbs I will buy myself some nice leggings, have a treat meal, and do a color run.
  • DawnieB1977
    DawnieB1977 Posts: 4,248 Member
    Being able to fit into old clothes is reward enough :). Plus I can always buy new clothes :)
  • BradandLibby
    BradandLibby Posts: 14 Member
    When I hit 20 lbs lost I'm going to buy myself something frivolous but something I've wanted for a while-a t-shirt with Eisenhower and Tina Turner on the front: it's an Ike and Tina Turner shirt.
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