Be Healthy. Be Successful.

By Michael Mustradi

Too many people are more focused on their work and less focused on their health.  Most are either unaware or ignore the fact that making unhealthy decisions can sacrifice not only health, but performance in the workplace.  Obviously not everyone has the time to grapple a six-day-a-week workout program and maintain a perfect diet.  However, there are many enjoyable habits that one can get used to in order to improve their overall health.

Eat more often

Most would not associate eating more with being healthy, but eating smaller meals four or five times a day will keep your metabolism up and help keep you focused.  No matter how busy you are at work, always find time to fuel up your body.

Eat more protein

Consuming protein helps with hunger cravings since proteins take longer to digest.  Having a high protein breakfast, such as egg whites or a protein shake, will help you feel full longer and prevent overindulging.

Find an exercise that you love

Let’s face it.  If you try a workout program that you simply do not enjoy, you are not going to stick with it.  Instead, find something that brings you joy and that you look forward to doing.  Doing something is better than doing nothing!

Workout with a buddy

Find or convince a friend to workout with you.  This may not be as difficult as it sounds as many people may have the same goals as you.  Not only does exercising with a friend make the workouts more enjoyable, it helps build solid relationships.

Not only will you feel and look better, you will have more energy and be more focused when it matters the most.  These are only a few basic tips to get started, but they are essential to success.  So, do yourself and your career a favor and live a healthy lifestyle!