Why Coaches and Entrepreneurs MUST LOCK IN on Their Health

Shalena
Sep 29
3 min read

Coaching and entrepreneurship are more than careers—they’re lifestyles that demand resilience, focus, and consistency. But here’s the truth: if your health isn’t in check, your business will suffer.

Your body and mind are the engines that drive your brand, your income, and your impact. That’s why prioritizing health isn’t just a personal choice—it’s a professional strategy. Let’s break it down with the data to back it up.

The Reality: Entrepreneurs Are Burning Out

Running a business is tough, and the stats prove it:

87.7% of entrepreneurs report struggling with at least one mental health issue.
50.2% deal with anxiety, while 34–36% have experienced full-on burnout.
45.8% report high stress as a regular part of their lives.
Around 21.6% suffer from sleep disorders or insomnia.

(Source: Founder Reports, EO Network)

Think about that: almost 9 out of 10 entrepreneurs are fighting battles that directly affect their energy, focus, and creativity.

Health Fuels Energy (Your #1 Business Currency)

When you’re tired and drained, you can’t show up for your clients or your business. But when you invest in health—through sleep, nutrition, and fitness—the benefits are immediate and measurable.

📊 Research shows adults who get at least 75 minutes of vigorous activity per week take 4.1 fewer sick days annually than inactive adults. (Johns Hopkins Public Health)

That’s more days you can show up, build, and serve. Energy is the currency of entrepreneurship, and health is how you protect it.

Mental Health = Business Health

Stress, anxiety, and emotional exhaustion don’t just hurt you personally—they sabotage your business.

Entrepreneurs with mental health challenges report making slower decisions, being less creative, and struggling with clarity.
Poor sleep (reported by 21.6% of entrepreneurs) directly reduces memory, problem-solving, and productivity.

When you lock in on mental health practices like meditation, therapy, or even regular exercise, you create the mental clarity to make smarter moves and see opportunities others miss.

Discipline in Health = Discipline in Business

Neither abs nor empires are built overnight. Both take discipline, patience, and consistency.

Fitness habits—showing up for your workouts, making time for recovery, fueling your body well—train you for the same consistency and grit you need in business. Each rep is practice for resilience.

The ROI of Health

The return on investment for health is undeniable:

Exercise boosts productivity. Morning exercisers are 129% more likely to report feeling productive during the day. (Forbes, 2023)
Physically active employees cost companies $250 less per year in healthcare expenses—and that number is much higher for those who start out overweight and sedentary. (Johns Hopkins Public Health)
Healthier leaders are more magnetic. Teams, clients, and investors trust leaders who radiate energy and discipline.

When you lock in on health, your business literally grows faster and costs less to run.

Longevity = Legacy

You’re not building a brand just for today—you’re creating something that should sustain you and your family for years. But what’s the point of scaling to seven figures if your health won’t allow you to enjoy it?

By prioritizing health now, you’re not just protecting your daily hustle—you’re protecting your long-term vision, your family time, and your legacy.

Practical Ways to Lock In

Set Non-Negotiable Health Routines: Exercise at least 3–4 times a week, sleep 7–8 hours, and stay hydrated.
Plan for Mental Health: Therapy, meditation, journaling, or just disconnecting from screens.
Fuel, Don’t Just Eat: Shift toward balanced meals that sustain energy instead of sugar highs.
Schedule Check-Ins: Treat doctor visits and health screenings like you would client meetings.

Health isn’t separate from entrepreneurship—it’s at the center of it. Without it, your energy drains, your clarity fades, and your business stalls. But with it, you’ll have the stamina to outwork, outlast, and outshine the competition.

Coaches and entrepreneurs—lock in on your health. Because at the end of the day, your health is your real wealth.