This Is The Not-So-Obvious HUGE Reason To Retire Early

We often focus on the fear of running out of money in retirement—but what if the bigger risk is running out of health before you can enjoy it? After watching The Amazing Race, I was reminded of a client story we hear all too often: years of diligent saving, only to be sidelined by health issues just before retirement begins.

At Root, we’ve seen clients retire with more than enough—only to realize the extra working years came at the expense of their physical well-being. One client had $3 million saved but told us she would’ve been happier (and healthier) retiring with $2.2 million if it meant enjoying her travel plans pain-free.

That’s why we encourage thinking about your money in terms of “movement speeds”:

Walking dollars: short-term cash for 1–3 years
Jogging dollars: mid-term goals for 3–7 years
Sprinting dollars: long-term investments for 10+ years
This framework helps you balance living well today with planning wisely for tomorrow. The most consistent advice we hear from our clients? Don’t just plan to retire—plan to enjoy it. Prioritize your health alongside your wealth.

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Time Stamp
00:00 - The Amazing Race and Retirement
05:17 - Health vs. Wealth Dilemma
09:34 - Oversaving and Missing Life
11:53 - Walk, Jog, Sprint Money Framework
13:48 - Closing Thoughts
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Ari Taublieb, CFP®, MBA, is the Chief Growth Officer of Root Financial Partners (Fiduciary) and host of the Early Retirement Podcast.

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