Rewards... OF COURSE!

You work hard... it's not easy to work on healthy eating and exercise, but it's ALWAYS worth it. You deserve a REWARD.

• Improved health is your biggest reward... don't forget that! That's HUGE.
• Food: If you are human, you like food. It CAN be a reward...in moderation. I LOVE a good Smashburger with Smashfries, but I only allow myself to have it once a month or so. I also plan for it... I DON'T starve myself all day. I just work out a little harder and I mentally know that it's OK to enjoy "unhealthy" food every now and again. My soul NEEDS it. 
• Time with Friends: After your gym workout, plan a weekly walk with friends. Make it a treat to spend time with those you love doing healthy things.
• Care for your body: A pedicure, massage, or hot bubble bath are ideas for thanking your body for all it does for you. As a runner, I spend time each month getting a soothing pedicure. My feet deserve it and I love the hour of down-time! Go with a friend for an added bonus.
• New clothing: If weight loss is your goal, you might need to update your wardrobe as you go. Don't wait until "the end" to buy new clothes...but do it smartly. Places like Clothes Mentor or sales at Macy's are great ways to update your wardrobe cheaply. 
• Grocery field trips: Make shopping for healthy food a fun outing! Grab a friend and head to Trader Joes for a morning of shopping. Encourage each other to purchase healthy things!
• Daily rewards: You need incentive daily to keep going.. find something that you can do cheaply to reward yourself each day. I buy a dark chocolate bar every couple weeks and have ONE square every night with a cup of decaf coffee. It's my treat!