Salt in his shoes

One word: "to put in a small amount of something"

Michael put on his ................. and went to bed

Michael joined his team in the ........ as they gathered on the sideline for a time-out.

Michael decided to go to the park again after his discussion with ................

Michael wanted to ........... a few more inches before he went back to the park.

Michael got a chance to play when John fell down and ....................... himself