Rewarding Yourself for Reaching Your Fitness Goals

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Rewarding Yourself for Reaching Your Fitness Goals

First step is to choose your goal

You've met your weight-loss target. Perhaps you ran the 5K you had been training for. In either case, congratulations! Now it's time to give yourself a reward to express how proud you are of your accomplishment. So, what will it be? A sumptuous five-course meal at your favorite cafe? A day of pleasure, complete with hours of binge-watching TV, loaded nachos, and others sugary treats?

But wait,

It's fine to treat yourself now and then, but if you continue to dine, and stuff yourself with sweet goodies every time you meet a goal, the numbers on the scale may begin to resemble your old health and fitness levels, or worse, and that's something we don't want.

So! How do you give yourself a reward for achieving your goals? Allow us to provide our top 15 list of non-food related ways to reward yourself while continuing to set high goals for your health.

1.      BUY NEW WORKOUT EQUIPMENT

Stock up on hand-held weights or new clothing to help you achieve even greater success. If you don't want to buy something new, you might be able to borrow items from friends or relatives who no longer need them. (With our health routines, we all have starts and stops.) It could be a good idea to help someone downsize right now.)

2.      WATCH A MOVIE

Something motivating to keep you in the game, something exciting to get you going, something amusing to boost dopamine, and something relaxing to unwind after all your hard work. There are no such things as terrible ideas! It’s a great way to relax after getting to your hard filled goals.

3.      GET A NEW JOURNAL/DIARY

When it comes to goal-setting, physically putting down your intentions enhances your chances of succeeding.

4.      GO FOR A BOAT RIDE OR SKIING

It’s a great idea to go for leisure activities as it helps your mind process the goals you have achieved and relaxes your body.

5.      LEARN A NEW SPORT

Keep it up now that you're living a healthy, new lifestyle (and crushing it), by discovering new methods to exercise and stay active. Fencing, karate, tennis, and hockey are all options. maybe you will like it. who knows?

6.      GET INTO ART

Put your heart and soul into art, and you might find that you enjoy it as well. There are several methods to express oneself in your new state, like playing the piano, singing, acting, and painting.

7.      GO TO A COMEDY CLUB

Sometimes laughter is the best way to truly enjoy any moment. Furthermore, research have shown that laughter aids weight loss. Win-win!

 

8.      TRY FISHING

Something about the peacefulness of a lake or river puts everything in perspective. You can consider how far you've come and how hard you've worked to reach your goals. It's also a good idea to write a personal gratitude list for anything that makes you happy. Furthermore, research show that thankfulness activates the brain's reward centers.

9.      GO TO A CONCERT

Live music can help you connect with people while also boosting your energy and attitude (who will likely compliment you on your new accomplishments.)

10.  PURCHASE NEW PAIR OF SNEAKERS

This one can be as useful as it is attractive. Maintaining the condition of your shoes will help you avoid injury and keep you pounding the pavement while you lose weight.

11.  GET ON A CRUISE

Sometimes travelling helps you achieve inner peace and plus free buffet.

12.  ATTEND A SPORTING EVENT

Immersing yourself in all things active, even as a spectator, has been shown in studies to strengthen your health and fitness commitments.

13.  LEARN HOW TO MAKE NEW DISHES

The more alternatives you have, the better, and cooking for oneself is the best method to keep track of the things that are in the plus category.

14.  PURCHASE A NEW WATER BOTTLE

Perhaps you've discovered that you need something with a better grip, one with a squirt stopper, or one of the fantastic BPA-free options. It's important to stay hydrated, so choose a vessel that matches your personality.

15.  HIRE A PERSONAL TRAINER

It's probably time to level up now that you've gotten a head start and gained some confidence. Being accountable to someone is one of the best methods to keep losing weight, and no one will help you more in reaffirming your goal than someone who works in the health and wellness industry.

 

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