Rewards!

I believe in a certain amount of beneficial self-bribery.  We all need a reward for doing what we know we should do anyway from time to time.  With workouts, it helps if the rewards are not food, so here are ten non-edible things we can do for ourselves when we are done with the workout.  Most of them are cheap, too.

1.     Go in the hot tub.  If you don’t have access to a hot tub, a bath with fancy bubbles or even a hot shower can feel rewarding.

2.     Sit out on the patio.  Maybe you can enjoy the sun on your face or watch the moon rise.  Bonus points for seeing shooting stars or butterflies.

3.     Call a friend.  Give yourself the chance to catch up on all the doings.  Maybe even brag a little about what you accomplished.

4.     Get a pedicure.  Yes, people who identify as male can do this, too.  Feet are an essential part of pretty much any workout and deserve some love, too, whether or not you decide to paint your toenails pink or blue or green.

5.     Catch a movie.  You have earned the right to sit around for an hour and a half.

6.     Buy that book or magazine you’ve been wanting.  Your brain likes to work out, too.

7.     Get tickets.  Some events are more expensive than others, so you can save those tickets for when you reach a milestone, like losing ten pounds or finishing that big race.

8.     Accessorize.  Maybe it’s a new water bottle or some earbuds.  Maybe new earrings will make you feel like a million bucks.

9.     Massage.  This one is not cheap, unless you have a partner who is willing to trade, but it’s definitely worth it.

10.  Cuddle. 

You can do it!