Does poor health impact job performance?

You know, I never really took into account just how large an impact poor health had on job performance. Until a couple of months ago I was on track to gain approximately 30 lbs. over the period of 1 year. For a guy of my 'frame size' this is a pretty nice amount of weight to add on. I went to my Doc a while back and he says, "Son, you need to take better care of yourself. Primarily, you need to manage your stress and EAT HEALTHY. Don't focus on losing weight, focus on being healthy."

Wow, for the first time in my life (at 36 years of age) I have approached my life from a balanced and healthy point of view. My diet has changed and yet I eat a smaller lunch and feel satisfied. Being from the Southeastern portion of the United States most family bylaws state that the sin of 'not sweetening your ice tea with sugar' is punishable by excommunication from the family tree. That was probably the kicker for me but you know what? Now that I have kicked the habit of drinking 3/4 gallon of sweetened tea every night when I come home, I don't even miss it. Holy cow, and I no longer feel those 'heavy meal' body swings.

How did this impact my personal job performance? I tired easily. Everyday after lunch was a battle to keep focused. Eventually I would have been a strain on the healthcare system. Ironically, I held the keys to the solution. This is a tough one........especially in the winter months. Wish me luck. Anyone else have success stories or good advice. Comment here.

kl

2009