Having sacrificed my health for my last startup (and largely failing), I fundamentally disagree with the premise of this article. Over 2.5 years I had gained over 30 lbs, and even now, 6 months after quitting it, I am still dealing with the consequences of being unhealthy.
I can tell you that you will see no gains from forgoing an exercise/healthy eating regimen. The time you save is very minimal, and often offset by the need to "screw around" and surfing the web, or hanging out and talking.
Now that I am exercising and eating (better) on a regular basis, I am more focused on the task at hand, have more energy, and more importantly, the emotional balance to tackle the tough daily challenges that running a business/working for yourself brings.
Others' lives are a testament to this as well. While not scientific, I have noticed that well over 90% of the "successful" businesspeople I know have a regular workout and healthy diet regimen.
I can tell you that you will see no gains from forgoing an exercise/healthy eating regimen. The time you save is very minimal, and often offset by the need to "screw around" and surfing the web, or hanging out and talking.
Now that I am exercising and eating (better) on a regular basis, I am more focused on the task at hand, have more energy, and more importantly, the emotional balance to tackle the tough daily challenges that running a business/working for yourself brings.
Others' lives are a testament to this as well. While not scientific, I have noticed that well over 90% of the "successful" businesspeople I know have a regular workout and healthy diet regimen.