For the first time in my entire life — at 44 years old — I’m finally taking better care of myself. Not the “I’ll get to it later” kind of care… the real kind. The kind that requires intention, discipline, and choosing myself every single day.
I go to the gym three days a week and skate on a fourth day, so my body gets movement four days out of the week now. I meditate regularly to protect my mental health and stay centered while running businesses that require my full mind and focus.
But honestly? It took pain to wake me up.
One evening I had excruciating abdominal pain that sent me straight to the emergency room. That’s when I found out I had fibroids. A few years later, just recently, I had a biopsy done — thankfully it came back positive — and after that, I had to get an MRI to find out exactly where the fibroids are now and what my next options might be.
That MRI almost didn’t happen.
My anxiety was so high I nearly told them to stop the entire thing. But I pushed through it, because I knew this was part of choosing myself and my future.
And today… I got my mammogram done.
Getting that message back with good results gave me so much peace. It reminded me why I’m doing all this. Why this new version of me matters.
I fast 16 hours a day now.
I eat fruit every day.
I make sure vegetables are part of my meals.
I’m watching my health with the same intensity I watch my business.
Because here’s the truth that entrepreneurs don’t talk about enough:
What’s the point of building an excellent business if you’re not healthy enough to enjoy the rewards of your hard work?
We prioritize leads, traffic, analytics, revenue, branding… but our bodies? Our minds? Our longevity?
Those matter even more.
This guide is about both — health and wealth — and how choosing yourself is the most profitable decision you’ll ever make as an entrepreneur.
Top Health Tips for Business Owners
Entrepreneurs carry a different kind of weight — the pressure to perform, the responsibility to provide, and the constant balancing act between vision and reality. That’s exactly why taking care of your health isn’t optional… it’s a strategic advantage. Here are the top health tips every business owner should prioritize:
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1. Move Your Body Consistently
You don’t need to become a bodybuilder — you just need consistency.
Whether it’s the gym, skating, walking, yoga, or Pilates, movement keeps your body strong and your mind clear.
Tip: Schedule workouts like meetings. Non-negotiable.
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2. Protect Your Mental Health
Running a business without guarding your mind is like driving a car with no oil — eventually, everything shuts down.
Meditation, reflection, therapy, journaling, or even quiet time alone can make a massive difference in your focus and daily mood.
Tip: 10–15 minutes a day of silence or guided breathing can reset your entire mindset.
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3. Don’t Ignore Warning Signs From Your Body
Pain, fatigue, dizziness, anxiety, stomach issues — these are all signals.
Entrepreneurs have a bad habit of pushing through everything, and that’s how small issues become big problems.
Tip: If your body speaks, listen. Early treatment is always easier than late treatment.
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4. Keep Up With Screenings & Checkups
Your mammogram, your MRI, your ER visit — these are reminders that preventative care literally saves peace of mind.
• Annual bloodwork
• Dental cleanings
• Eye exams
• Women’s health screenings
• Heart checks
• Mammograms
• Ultrasounds if needed
Tip: Make a yearly health checklist. Treat it like renewing your business license.
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5. Fuel Your Body the Right Way
Entrepreneurs often eat whatever fits into the day — but your energy, mood, immunity, and clarity all come from what you’re feeding yourself.
Daily fruit, vegetables, hydration, and fasting (if it works for you) can completely transform how you feel.
Tip: Keep quick healthy snacks around so you avoid “crash eating.”
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6. Build Rest Into Your Routine
Grinding 24/7 is outdated.
Rest is where your creativity and problem-solving actually improve.
Tip: Give yourself one full rest day a week and honor your sleep like your business depends on it — because it does.
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7. Create a Health-First Lifestyle, Not a Phase
This isn’t a 30-day challenge.
It’s a shift in how you operate as a person and an entrepreneur.
Tip: Start with one habit, master it, then stack another. Momentum builds discipline.
Your Health Matters as Much as Your Hustle
Taking care of your health is one of the most powerful ways to sharpen your focus, and you can explore more on this in my guide: Tools for Enhancing Concentration.
As entrepreneurs, we’re so focused on building our dreams that we forget our bodies and minds are the engines that make everything possible. That’s why learning the top health tips for business owners has become just as important to me as learning marketing or strategy.
When you take care of your physical and mental wellness, you automatically boost your clarity, focus, and decision-making—so yes, you genuinely boost productivity and health at the same time. Even small daily habits like movement, rest, fasting, hydration, and mindful breathing can shift the way you show up in life and business. These are the entrepreneur wellness tips that keep you grounded, energized, and capable of chasing your goals without sacrificing your peace.