Chairman of Heirs Holdings, Tony Elumelu says one cannot attain full potential without committing one’s self to regular exercise.
Elumelu, who is arguably Nigeria’s most physically-fit billionaire, said that this knowledge informed his decision from a young age to live by the old expression “healthy mind, healthy body”.
He said this in a LinkedIn post on Monday while encouraging readers to take regular exercise seriously.
“I often talk about business – my philosophy, my successes and yes, my setbacks. Today, let’s talk about something that is as much a foundation for my success as that philosophy. We are all born with talent – but personal choice, dedication and our mindset often decides if and how we embrace that talent. The same is true about our health and fitness.
“Those who know me, know I live the old expression “healthy mind, healthy body”. I often say if you cannot commit yourself to regular exercise, you will never reach your full potential.
“I started taking my health and fitness seriously, before I hit 30, and it has been one of my best decisions in life. I am 60 now – do I feel it? No! I owe that to taking a long-term decision 30 years ago.
“Like business, invest in your health for the long term – make those incremental changes, show that determination, resilience and discipline!” Elumelu said.