Treat Yourself, You're Worth It!

We've all heard it a million times, the constant griping about what foods must be gone without and the workout that was forced under severe sleepy conditions.  What people are missing or just choosing to not shed light on (damn Nancys) is the gratification that comes with a job well done.  A win is not a win without the feeling of accomplishment!  If you've already made the choice to become healthier, congratulations you've already won part of the battle savor the victory. Do you know how many people haven't even taken action to take care of themselves? So kudos to you!  And if you haven't made that decision yet: make it now, get a plan of action, write it down, give yourself a big old pat on the back and savor the victory.  After each exercise session take a few minutes to really think about the accomplishment and enjoy the good feeling.  Those good feelings are internal rewards which is something most of us need to work on enjoying more often.  You should feel good about yourself because when you feel good you look good and when you look good you feel good (talk about a great chain reaction!).  And who doesn't like an external reward? When you reach a long term goal go buy those shoes you've been eyeing or that watch you've wanted; you deserve it!!  Being healthy should not feel like you are constantly depriving yourself of something you want... don't let yourself forget that you are working towards what you REALLY want and it will feel oh so good when you get it!