Hit the Gym! Your Business With Thank You.
Hey Everyone,
Today, in my Motivation Monday video you will notice I am in my gym gear, about to head out for a workout. This got me thinking about something that I feel has been critical to my success, and sanity running online businesses for the last 22 years. Exercise!
You might wonder how these two are related, but the impact exercise can have on your business productivity, creativity, and overall mindset is big. I want to break down exactly why I think you should make exercise a part of your daily routine, especially if you’re building a business (outside of the obvious "health" reasons).
1. Increased Focus and Productivity
When you make time for regular exercise, you’ll notice a significant boost in your focus. This helps clear your mind and sharpens your ability to concentrate on your daily tasks, and more creativity based projects. Exercise increases blood flow to your brain, which can help you stay on point during your workday. Personally, I find that I’m much more productive after a workout, my energy is up and I’m ready to tackle tasks with often times a unique and fresh perspective.
My Personal Tip: If you hit a mental block or feel sluggish during the day, try a quick workout or even a brisk walk. It can give you the reset you need to power through your work.
2. Better Stress Management
One of the biggest benefits of exercise is its ability to help you manage stress. Running a business can be very stressful with the ups and downs, peaks and valleys and the sirens that go off it can feel like on a daily basis.
If you don’t have a way to release that tension, it can build up quickly. Exercise releases endorphins, your body's natural stress relievers, making you feel more relaxed and balanced.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed, a workout can alleviate stress. I am the most stressed when I have taken a few days off my work out schedule and if I take a week off, I am totally flustered.
3. Boosted Energy Levels
When you exercise regularly, you’ll notice a big difference in your energy levels. Skipping workouts can leave you feeling like a slug. Your stamina and energy will improve drastically if you can keep up with a routine and this means MORE energy to sink into your business.
On weekdays when I skip exercise, I feel less energetic and less motivated (and I get way less done). But after a good workout, I’m ready to take anything on.
4. Enhanced Creativity and Problem Solving
Exercise isn’t just good for your body; it is a great tool to POWER UP your brain too. Some of my best ideas have come to me during cardio sessions when I had a magazine in hand (back in the old days), or if am reading on my phone (these days).
When you’re exercising, your brain gets more oxygen, which can spark creative thinking and new ideas. I often use my "cardio time" as a chance to brainstorm or read, and it’s amazing how many fresh concepts. Just make sure to have your "notes" on your phone open so you can record your ideas.
5. The Power of a Quick Reset
One of my favorite things about exercise is how it can act as a reset button for my day. If I’m feeling mentally fatigued or stuck in a rut, a quick workout can completely turn things around. I come back to my desk feeling refreshed, with a second wind to finish the day strong.
It doesn’t have to be a long session, even a 10-15 minute walk or a few bodyweight squats/push-ups can make a big difference. It’s all about getting your blood flowing and giving your mind a chance to recharge.
Start Your Week with a Healthy Habit
I want to challenge you this week: make time for a little bit of exercise every day. It doesn’t have to be intense or long; just get your body moving, and notice how it impacts your mood, energy, and productivity. You will see a positive shift, I know from experience.
I would love to hear your thoughts on this. Are you exercising with regularity, and have you seen the positive impacts of stress in your business, productivity, and lowered stress levels. Drop your comments below!
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Everything you said is absolutely correct! Exercise has SO many benefits especially for seniors (you'll learn one day). Having said that and KNOWING it's true, I've been negligent the past couple months.
Holidays are coming and many celebrations revolve around eating (or drinking). In order to just maintain, we should get to the gym. Who wants to start a new year feeling like we've been run over?!?!
So, thanks for the guilt trip AND the kick. 🤣 Cardio tomorrow for the win!
~Debbi
Yeah, holidays are always tough. I know first hand, and I aim to Maintain during the holidays like many...nothing worse than hitting January with a big set-back.
Kyle, Thanks for confirmation.
Affirmed.
Most days:
--Training at the gym, leaning into more reps of 20-30 a set. It screams good.
--Being at the gym, existing for a time in a healthy community for your head. Even if you don't talk with people, there is are understandings and protocols among those there.
--Walking, taking the dog for a walk, even if you don't have a dog.
--Swimming, sometimes just bobbing about in the water and in the sun.
Nice work gym, I have never liked home workouts myself, because I know when I get to the gym I will be able to commit and like you said, you are surrounded in a healthy environment with others that are working to improve their health (both physical and mental).
Sounds like you have a pretty good routine set out for yourself, and yes to the sun. Always important to get your fill of Vitamin D and that can lead to a much more positive state.
Great to see!
This is SO true! When I first quit drinking and drugging , I was SO sick from the withdrawal and someone told me to try my hardest to do a little exercise, getting the heart pumping and work up a sweat. When you sweat, you are detoxing all the bad stuff through your pores instead of the other ways( aka vomiting and explosive diahrea) not nice to talk about but at times necessary. Anyway over time I started to think more clearly and slowly felt better! Its amazing how our body reacts to certain situations and exercise is definitely a good one with fantastic results!!
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Hi Kyle:
Thank you for that timely reminder about exercising and the huge benefits of doing so. I won't be subscribing to the gym, but can attest to the increased energy and clarity of mind whenever I do take time to exercise.
Swimming in the ocean is my number one form of exercise, which I miss tremendously. However, I have developed other routines that work. I'm at my best during periods of committing to those routines coupled with healthy eating habits and good sleep.
It's time to get back on track!
Veron
Yeah, you don't have to go to a gym. It is just regular movement and exercise that can spur creativity and also from what I have seen happiness.
Swimming in the ocean sounds amazing, would love to have that as part of my daily routine. Healthy eating, regular exercise and good sleep lead to better cognitive abilities, but none of us are perfect either so we can't be too hard on ourselves if we miss a day or two.
Hi Kyle:
I grew up in the Caribbean with a swimming instructor dad, so we spent a lot of time at the beach. I haven't even seen the ocean where I am now, and don't go swimming in the pool.
I agree, we can't be too hard on ourselves. We just need to get back on track.
Veron