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The 1 Habit That Has Improved My Life More Than Anything Else
Exercise is the single habit that has improved my life more than anything else.
Specifically a 30-minute run first thing in the morning.
This habit, which takes up just 3% of my waking hours, has delivered an incredible return on investment.
Exercise helped me overcome anxiety when I was in college and it has been a competitive advantage throughout my professional career.
I have worked in many high-pressure environments, working for billion-dollar companies including New Balance, Clif Bar, Red Bull, the Los Angeles Dodgers, and Boston Red Sox.
Throughout my career, I’ve never gone into a big day without running first thing in the morning.
Any time I need to attend an important meeting or give a high-stakes presentation, you can be sure I’ve gotten my run in first.
Just a 30-minute run at a moderate pace (9–10 minute mile) has consistently proven to improve my mood and heighten my productivity for hours afterward.
This makes me better with my relationships and better at business.
Now that I have a family of my own, including 2 children, my morning run is the me time I need to then be there for my family.
