You can stay motivated to achieve your wellness goals by giving yourself small rewards throughout the process. We talked about this yesterday, set small, achievable goals and reward yourself frequently. Create a simple chart to track your progress and watch as your rewards quickly add up, giving you another reason to stay on track. SOME EXAMPLES OF SHORT-TERM GOALS FOR WEIGHT LOSS/MANAGEMENT ARE: - Reaching a weekly cardio limit. - Staying within your daily calorie range. - Drinking 8 or more cups of water per day. - Reaching a 5-pound weight loss. - Reaching a 5-inch loss according to a tape measure. - Creating and completing challenges. USING REWARDS FOR MOTIVATION Try using small rewards to stay motivated. The reward should be pre-determined and something you are willing to work for. Avoid using food as a reward, especially if your wellness goal is weight loss/management. EXAMPLES OF SMALL REWARDS INCLUDE: - Workout clothes. - Running shoes. - A massage. - A manicure/pedicure. - A book, CD or DVD. - Dumbbells, medicine ball or resistance bands. - Costume jewelry. - Heart-rate monitor watch. - Craft supplies. - Sports event tickets. - A night at the movies. - The newest technology gadget.
Posted on: Sun, 14 Jul 2013 16:34:51 +0000
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