tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post303601325084966896..comments2024-03-28T14:42:42.958-04:00Comments on Runs for Cookies: Non-food rewardsUnknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger47125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-45158039149558332422012-12-13T10:50:21.173-05:002012-12-13T10:50:21.173-05:00Man! If I could get up an run at 4:45, that would...Man! If I could get up an run at 4:45, that would be so great! It is so hard to exercise with a baby in the house!Jamiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12856664127424741689noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-71383243007126800452012-12-12T13:42:42.393-05:002012-12-12T13:42:42.393-05:00I *heart* Jillian Michaels. Thank you for the fee...I *heart* Jillian Michaels. Thank you for the feedback. <br /><br />Also, in regards to todays post, I've been exercising (mostly) consistently for the past two months and my weight is NOT budging. But, I see the changes in my body, so I'm not too concerned. <br /><br />Take care. Hundewandererhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06593002141042079639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-16376698324175083802012-12-12T02:45:23.639-05:002012-12-12T02:45:23.639-05:00Thanks for the words of encouragement - believing ...Thanks for the words of encouragement - believing it is possible is a huge mental wall isn't it. I recently googled "what is it like to be thin?" because I just can't even imagine what it feels like. Thanks again :)FNDhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13689737142060831448noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-40504549546804774452012-12-11T23:21:26.590-05:002012-12-11T23:21:26.590-05:00I was hoping so, too!I was hoping so, too!Carrie @ Season It Already!http://www.seasonitalready.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-28957630630195534102012-12-11T19:40:26.351-05:002012-12-11T19:40:26.351-05:00What a good sister - and an awesome blowout! I kn...What a good sister - and an awesome blowout! I know of the dreaded sleepless nights. I have a couple of those every week, it seems. Hopefully your schedule will go back to normal soon. It seems like the less sleep I get (always this time of year, too) makes me even more susceptible to viruses. Rest when you need to during the day, if you can.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02206154638036351459noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-86856003470220341052012-12-11T18:14:20.728-05:002012-12-11T18:14:20.728-05:00These are fantastic ideas!! I really like the idea...These are fantastic ideas!! I really like the idea of using the gift certificates as reward *only* after reaching a goal. I'm going to do that from now on :)Katie Fosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04733849582309631730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-18011511466752967402012-12-11T18:13:26.066-05:002012-12-11T18:13:26.066-05:00I know what you mean about feeling like a hippo on...I know what you mean about feeling like a hippo on the treadmill! Even at my current weight, I sound like a hippo on that thing.<br /><br />I have a hard time reading while running too, so I pick something on Netflix to watch on my laptop. I really like to watch The Biggest Loser, because it seems like Jillian is yelling right when I need it most ;)Katie Fosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04733849582309631730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-65632941198892621452012-12-11T18:11:03.686-05:002012-12-11T18:11:03.686-05:00Thanks! I've been working super hard at it, an...Thanks! I've been working super hard at it, and it's definitely paying off :)Katie Fosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04733849582309631730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-90990365645276737612012-12-11T18:10:26.935-05:002012-12-11T18:10:26.935-05:00That's a great idea, to book your massage now....That's a great idea, to book your massage now. Toward the end of your race, it will give you something to look forward to in a major way!Katie Fosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04733849582309631730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-57885564984044400592012-12-11T18:09:35.346-05:002012-12-11T18:09:35.346-05:00Those are awesome ideas! I especially like the Bat...Those are awesome ideas! I especially like the Bath & Body Works idea--I love their products, but I only use them when I get them as gifts. I just may reward myself with those :)Katie Fosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04733849582309631730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-55078540658740561612012-12-11T18:08:25.654-05:002012-12-11T18:08:25.654-05:00I wanted a BodyBugg in the worst way for a long ti...I wanted a BodyBugg in the worst way for a long time! That's a great idea for a reward.Katie Fosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04733849582309631730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-42634886469315784252012-12-11T18:07:00.311-05:002012-12-11T18:07:00.311-05:00I've heard great things about Lululemon, but w...I've heard great things about Lululemon, but we don't have one around here. Probably a good thing, because I'm sure it would be a tempting place for me to go spend money!Katie Fosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04733849582309631730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-76995151203159051772012-12-11T18:06:13.007-05:002012-12-11T18:06:13.007-05:00Someone below suggested saving gift cards to use f...Someone below suggested saving gift cards to use for rewards, and I love that idea! Then you're not using your own money, and it *truly* feels like an award.Katie Fosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04733849582309631730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-36262199864555427812012-12-11T18:05:14.935-05:002012-12-11T18:05:14.935-05:00Non-food reward ideas are hard to come up with! Bu...Non-food reward ideas are hard to come up with! But the comments here have given some good suggestions :)Katie Fosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04733849582309631730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-30688734305383876112012-12-11T18:04:16.574-05:002012-12-11T18:04:16.574-05:00I'm so excited for you, Pam! I know you've...I'm so excited for you, Pam! I know you've been looking forward to retirement for a long time now :)Katie Fosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04733849582309631730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-20533525835405205762012-12-11T18:03:41.666-05:002012-12-11T18:03:41.666-05:00Hahaha, I've thought the same thing many times...Hahaha, I've thought the same thing many times!Katie Fosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04733849582309631730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-4977002244892410992012-12-11T18:03:11.878-05:002012-12-11T18:03:11.878-05:00Make sure you're ready to run or walk the 5K n...Make sure you're ready to run or walk the 5K next month, because a sparkle skirt is definitely on the list! :)Katie Fosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04733849582309631730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-22552964809640314012012-12-11T18:01:06.675-05:002012-12-11T18:01:06.675-05:00I always feel guilty registering for races, becaus...I always feel guilty registering for races, because they're expensive--but they keep me running, so I feel it's justified! :)Katie Fosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04733849582309631730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-21458338665644719992012-12-11T18:00:10.917-05:002012-12-11T18:00:10.917-05:00I know that intimidating feeling VERY well--I used...I know that intimidating feeling VERY well--I used to feel the same way! But I hope to get across the message that if I did it, ANYONE can. I really thought I was destined to be fat forever, and I never believed I'd lose the weight one day... until I did! :)Katie Fosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04733849582309631730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-36478650697128992782012-12-11T17:59:06.201-05:002012-12-11T17:59:06.201-05:00Hahaha, I guess I should have been more specific ;...Hahaha, I guess I should have been more specific ;)Katie Fosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04733849582309631730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-72246718957975827002012-12-11T17:58:37.069-05:002012-12-11T17:58:37.069-05:00That's funny, usually people say we look so di...That's funny, usually people say we look so different! She's the only blonde in our family (and yes, she's the one in Illinois--my only sister).Katie Fosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04733849582309631730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-82032754393202091452012-12-11T17:57:37.876-05:002012-12-11T17:57:37.876-05:00I wish I loved biking. I think I'd use it more...I wish I loved biking. I think I'd use it more if we had good bike paths here, but I have to drive to get to any of them--and my bike is a PAIN to get in my Jeep!Katie Fosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04733849582309631730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-26427541316170442542012-12-11T17:56:41.500-05:002012-12-11T17:56:41.500-05:00Would love to have you! You can find the details h...Would love to have you! You can find the details here: http://www.runsforcookies.com/2012/12/virtual-5k.html<br /><br />I'll be posting more about it over the next month.Katie Fosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04733849582309631730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-24202761757087754702012-12-11T17:55:51.557-05:002012-12-11T17:55:51.557-05:00I did the same thing, Daphne. I would reach a goal...I did the same thing, Daphne. I would reach a goal, and then say, "Well, maybe in 10 more pounds." Reward yourself, you deserve it! :)Katie Fosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04733849582309631730noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4904256286279591900.post-73691616965996630562012-12-11T17:52:29.675-05:002012-12-11T17:52:29.675-05:00Yes, my sister was probably my biggest cheerleader...Yes, my sister was probably my biggest cheerleader throughout my entire weight loss!Katie Fosterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04733849582309631730noreply@blogger.com