It is now officially 2023! Hopefully, you’ve already made a healthy New Year’s resolution, but know that if you haven’t, it isn’t too late to do so. You can make a resolution at any point in your life to help you to live a happier and healthier life.
Investing in your health is an excellent New Year’s resolution because investing in your health is both investing in your future and putting money toward something which will save you money in the long run. Let’s face it, sick care is expensive, so anything you can do now that will lower the amount of sick care(watch our video about sick care for more information) you need in the future is an investment in the right direction.
Curious about how you can invest in your health in 2023? We’ve got 5 tips to get you started. Read on to learn more.
What Does It Mean to Invest in Your Health?
Many people get confused when people suggest they invest in their health. This is because the term investing is often associated with putting money into the stock market. Well, just as you can invest in the future of a company, it’s important that you invest in your future health.
Putting money into your health can take several different forms for different people, depending on your lifestyle. But just as when you put money into the stock market, when you put money into your health, you will gain returns. These returns are typically weight loss, a healthier body, and less money spent on healthcare in the future.
While you won’t receive dividends from investing in your health, it is actually a way to save you money. Health procedures and medications are not cheap. If you invest in your health up front, it is less likely you will need these things in the future–therefore saving you thousands of dollars.
Ready to invest in your health? Below are the best ways you can do it this year.
Ways to Invest In Your Health 2023
1. Buy a Gym Subscription
One of the best ways to invest in your health is to purchase a gym subscription. This will give you a place to work out even when the weather is cold. Not to mention that you will have access to many machines that you wouldn’t have access to otherwise.
We recommend trying a few different gyms before you purchase a subscription. This way, you can ensure you are truly paying for a gym that you will enjoy going to. For example, a subscription to a gym with a pool might be more expensive than one without, but if you enjoy swimming, you are more likely to enjoy this gym subscription more than you would a cheaper one.
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2. Consider a Commercial Diet Plan
Eating healthy is hard, especially if you and your spouse both work full time. Investing in a commercial diet plan might seem a bit expensive at first, but it can truly help you to balance your diet and lose weight without needing to lift a finger!
Even if you don’t want to eat from a commercial diet plan every night, even just a couple of nights a week can really help you to take control of your health without needing to stress. If you have more questions about if a commercial diet plan is right for you, reach out to us using our contact form.
3. Invest in Your Mental Health
We understand that sticking to a diet and exercise regime is difficult, and it is important that you also invest in your mental health to help you through the tough days. Investing in your mental health can mean participating in meditation, yoga, or even just setting the time aside each night to journal.
For more information about how mental health can affect your entire life, check out the CDC website.
4. Purchase Activewear
As odd as it might sound, purchasing some nice activewear can really help you to be more motivated to work out and stick to your gym routine. Owning the proper activewear can even make working out more enjoyable.
For example, if you have ever been on a run and noticed pain in your hips and knees, there's a chance you have the wrong shoes. Buying new running shoes can protect your joints and provide a much-needed cushion that will make running enjoyable.
The same goes if you live in an area with adverse weather. Buying a waterproof rain jacket to wear to and from the gym can really make going to the gym an all-around more positive experience. Not to mention that an armband to hold your phone as you work out can be a godsend!
Here are our recommendations for active wear:
Running Shoes: Brooks: Mens or Womens (For help finding the right shoe, Brooks has a quiz you can take online at home on their website!)
5. Consider Hiring a Health Coach
If all of this seems a bit overwhelming, then the best advice we can give you is to hire a health coach. Not only will they help you pick a gym and design workout plans, but they can also design a diet for you and direct you where to buy workout gear. A health coach will do all of the above on your behalf, which makes completing your New Year’s resolution a breeze!
For more information about how to find a health coach, check out our blog about why you need a health coach or reach out to us on our contact page.
Invest in Your Health FAQ
How Do I Invest in My Physical Health?
You invest in your physical health by buying a gym subscription (and using it), changing your diet, and hiring a health coach. You also need to keep in mind that your mental health plays a huge factor in your physical health.
Is Good Health an Investment?
Good health is an investment. Gym memberships aren’t free, and eating healthy isn’t cheap. There are ways to do this economically, but if you truly want returns for taking care of your health, then you will need to invest some money in your health right away.
Why is Health Really a Wealth?
Health is a wealth because being unhealthy is extremely expensive. Just look at the average cost of diabetes(about $16,000 a year) and type 2 diabetes is a condition that can be prevented (and sometimes reversed) thanks to diet and exercise. So if you invest in keeping yourself healthy and from getting conditions like diabetes, you truly will be wealthy.
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