Here’s How You Can Get Healthy, Even With a Busy Business
As an entrepreneur, it can be difficult to find the balance between working hard and taking care of yourself. But what if you could do both? Better yet, what if adopting healthier lifestyle practices not only made you feel better but also saved you money? Licensed therapist Alexis Silver discusses how you, as a busy entrepreneur, can make this happen.
Mindful eating
Meat can be expensive, so why not try eating meatless meals once or twice a week? Cutting back on meat consumption is good for your wallet and waistline, and it's great for the environment, too. And these days, you can easily find meatless recipes that will satisfy even the heartiest carnivore cravings.
Learning how to cook nutritious meals from scratch will give you the skills necessary for meal planning and budgeting in the future. In fact, staying in and cooking your meals instead of eating out is also one of the most cost-effective ways to stay healthy. And you don't need fancy kitchen gadgets or expensive ingredients either.
Shop for only what you can consume
Grocery bills add up quickly, especially when you're trying to purchase organic meats and dairy products every week. Weekly meal planning also helps in this regard, as you can keep your shopping limited to what you’re planning on eating for the week ahead. Also, instead of only buying fresh produce that may go to waste, stock up on nonperishables like beans, nuts, grains, and canned frozen vegetables and fruits for easy storage and longer shelf life.
Move your body
Gym memberships can be expensive — even more so when you factor in the cost of new workout clothes and personal trainers. But there are plenty of ways to get fit and increase your strength and stamina without breaking the bank. Bodyweight exercises are an excellent way to get started, and they don't require any special equipment or over-the-top training regimens.
Maintain a clean environment
Keeping your home clean is essential if you want to stay healthy as an entrepreneur. Invest in natural cleaning products to keep your home free of toxic chemicals while still getting rid of dirt and grime and sanitizing spaces effectively. Just as important is to learn how to vacuum efficiently and regularly, as germs can build up on your floors exponentially if left unchecked.
Find ways to save on health costs
It's no secret that healthcare costs are skyrocketing, which means it's more important than ever to find ways to cut back on healthcare bills. One way to do this is by shopping around for better rates on your health insurance plan. Additionally, you can take advantage of group wellness programs for businesses. Taking advantage of offers like these will help reduce your overall healthcare costs.
Bonus: Monetize your new and improved lifestyle
If you're looking for another way to make some extra cash while living a healthy lifestyle, why not monetize what you’ve learned so far? You could start by blogging about your journey towards better health or selling nutritious and healthy products that might help others on their own paths toward wellness.
As you start this business, choosing an LLC structure is one of the best ways you can ensure financial security. With an LLC, you can rest easy knowing that liability protection is in place. Moreover, an LLC offers more financial security.
Other important steps you can take for your business will include doing recruitment right and focusing on customer service, as well as investing in marketing. While online marketing is key these days, giving out business cards and other such traditional marketing methods are still relevant. Make this process an easy one by using free online tools to create your business card design and other peripherals.
Being healthy doesn’t have to take a toll on your wallet. Savvy entrepreneurs understand that it is possible to achieve better physical well-being and even save money at the same time. With strategies such as these, turning healthy changes into everyday habits can be both affordable and rewarding.