January 15
There are few things more powerful in your fitness and dietary regimen that integrating periodic rewards.  But most ironically, in our culture, one of the most prevalent rewards for almost anything is of course, eating!  It makes no sense, obviously, to reward one’s self with food after a long and arduous program to cut calories and weight.  Therefore as you begin your program it would be very helpful to think in advance about what rewards would be powerful enough to give you an incentive as you step through your program.  Some examples would be treating yourself to a concert or articles of clothing and so forth.  But linking in tangible rewards as you reach your milestones is very important and is very powerful and can make all the difference in the short run and especially in the long-term.  Treat yourself often because – you are worth it!