I really love to reward myself with stuff that supports my weight loss journey- things that help me focus on taking care of my body. Massages, pedicures, new appliances like Soda Stream or Ninja Blender, iPod and iTunes for light exercise are things that help me stick with the program. My major reward will be a nice long weekend spa trip with DH!
We LOOOOVE our SodaStream! I got it a few years ago when they were just coming on the US market, and have never looked back. My hubby is diabetic and the SodaStream diet sodas are so much better than the ones at the store.
When I started IP my husband suggested paying me $1 per pound. I laughed. I said how about $50 for every 10 lbs and he agreed because he thought that it was going to be like every diet I had started lasting less than a week. I also decided that I would match his $50. I think he is going to have to pay another fifty this next weight in
When I started IP my husband suggested paying me $1 per pound. I laughed. I said how about $50 for every 10 lbs and he agreed because he thought that it was going to be like every diet I had started lasting less than a week. I also decided that I would match his $50. I think he is going to have to pay another fifty this next weight in
I get myself an Alex & Ani bracelet for every 10lbs - I can just look at my wrist to see how far I've come! When I hit my goal I'm going for a day at the spa - hair, nails, skin, the works!
What a great idea!! I love my Alex and Ani bracelets. There are some really great ideas here. I have to start thinking, hoping to hit my first 10 this week.
When I started IP my husband suggested paying me $1 per pound. I laughed. I said how about $50 for every 10 lbs and he agreed because he thought that it was going to be like every diet I had started lasting less than a week. I also decided that I would match his $50. I think he is going to have to pay another fifty this next weight in
I like this idea for saving for new clothes when at goal!
I got for $ for my birthday to go toward a new wardrobe when I am ready for one. I am delving into that money to be able to do IP in a way that feels manageable to me initially.
My reward: Every 10 pounds, a gift certificate to my favorite clothing store. At "big" milestones: Double the gift certificate. It allows me to at least start IP without worrying about the money too much and still have the wardrobe at the end.
Just because I have a passion for purses - particularly Coach and Michael Kors - I have to throw that out as an option. How about a gorgeous new Fall/Winter designer bag? :-)
You are my hero! Love Michael Kors!. I have a handbag on my list too!
I also love jewelry and have a couple of rings and bracelets in mind!! Something special to wear to the gala!!
I love the idea of a series of bracelets to document each 10 pounds lost! When worn together they will represent a significant story in my life. The charm idea is also wonderful! Thanks for these great ideas!
I like this idea for saving for new clothes when at goal!
I like this idea too. I bought two pairs of new smaller size jean last Saturday. Today, exactly 1 week later, they are too big and falling off me. I basically have skipped over a size of jeans! I told that to a friend and she said, oh, right, didn't anyone warn you about buying new clothes on IP? They will be going up on the clothing trade thread now, and I wore each pair exactly 2 times! Thank goodness I got them on Black Friday sale for only $10 each. They are Old Navy size 14 Flirt fit Real Deal jeans if anyone wants them. I'll send them to the first person who replies.
LOL I have to say, when my wrist jingles it makes me happy I chose charms that mean something special, the reasons I'm trying to improve myself (my kids' birthstones, a claddaugh for my very Irish husband, a phoenix for me). I already bought my next one and I have one pound to go before I can add it to my arm!
LOL I have to say, when my wrist jingles it makes me happy I chose charms that mean something special, the reasons I'm trying to improve myself (my kids' birthstones, a claddaugh for my very Irish husband, a phoenix for me). I already bought my next one and I have one pound to go before I can add it to my arm!
Scorbett - I really love this idea! Have you bought or determined what charm you are going to use when you meet goal???
After hitting goal, maybe you could add a charm on for 1 year of keeping the weight off on maintenance, etc, etc. So cool! Jen
Scorbett - I really love this idea! Have you bought or determined what charm you are going to use when you meet goal???
After hitting goal, maybe you could add a charm on for 1 year of keeping the weight off on maintenance, etc, etc. So cool! Jen
Haven't totally decided yet - they come out with new ones all the time so I'm waiting for inspiration to hit I do know that I want to get a particular tattoo once I'm at goal, that's the "big" reward!
Haven't totally decided yet - they come out with new ones all the time so I'm waiting for inspiration to hit I do know that I want to get a particular tattoo once I'm at goal, that's the "big" reward!
I'm thinking about a tattoo also. Never had one, but thought about it before. It's a great idea, as it will remind us about how we did a great job on losing the weight, and changing so much.
