Slim Tip: Keep a Motivational Money Jar!
When bikini season is in full swing, it's relatively easy to stay motivated in terms of maintaining your workout regimen. But what happens when the mercury drops? It's easy to lose sight of your fitness goals. During the cooler months I do my best to hit the gym a few times a week and then try to do something active over the weekend (hike, long walk, etc.). Sticking with this schedule is easy for me now that I've been doing it for years. It's a habit. But let's be honest–getting into this grove is easier said than done.
For those of you finding yourself in this apathetic place, do not be discouraged. There are plenty of ways to stay motivated and focused on your fitness goals. Once of my favorite ideas is keeping a Motivational Money Jar.
Here's how a Motivational Money Jar works:
Each time you hit the gym or exercise put one dollar into your jar (if you can, slip $5 in there when you've had a particularly great week). Then, every few months cash in on your efforts. Treat yourself to a new top or even a relaxing spa pedicure.
Keep your jar somewhere prominent where you can see it often. I suggest placing it near your front door or on your bedside table so it can serve as a constant reminder to "pay your dues."
I really love this idea. It's a fantastic way to stay motivated and redeem a double payoff for all of your hard work (such as a new top and newly toned arms to go with it). Literally!
Are you going to give this Motivational Money Jar a try? Do you have any tips for staying focused and motivated on your fitness goals?
XO Lauren
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I've been practicing this for a while. It's great! It encourages me to stay motivated. Additionally, I have a hard time saving money, so I feel like I'm "killing two birds with one stone." I'm using an old candle jar and the $1's are really adding up! -
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I love this idea! I'm definitely going to give it a whirl this winter. New hot bod AND a new dress, how can you go wrong??
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I have been doing this for a couple months now! It's great to keep track of my progress and "save up" to purchase items that I cannot justify buying right out. I feel like I have really earned my purchases and love them that much more
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Great idea for quick motivation!
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Natalie
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Good idea... Also, it may encourage me to carry cash, more. In this day in age, most of us use credit/debit cards. But I find that using cash helps me spend my money more wisely. I may have to consider this... but uh, Lauren... Isn't that jar a little small??? lol
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Good tip!!! I'll try this out, definitely!! =D
xoRosie
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Hi Lauren,
I have a money jar, too and I put in a dollar a day. I've saved up a lot of money already! I feel great.
X, Cynthia
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@christina Jackson, that is a great idea! I was just thinking how this would never work for me bc I would just take money out of the jar whenever I need cash. lol.
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I love this but for mine I am using an old wine bottle so i can't take money unless i break it.
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Such a great idea, I need to do this to stay motivated in the winter months!
xoxo
Cassidy
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This is just what I needed to read today! I am starting to go into hibernation mode where all I want to do is sleep and eat everything in sight! Thanks for the new idea!
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