I am in charge of day-to-day operations
at LivingWell Health Club and manage a team of fitness advisors. I
always wanted to be into fitness, so I came straight here from an
educational background.
Paying the Rent
As Health and Fitness Manager I look after
the fitness team who work alongside me. We make sure all areas are
well maintained, ensure our members are getting value for money and
receiving the service they desire.
Lucky Breaks
I feel lucky to be working with this company,
as I didn't have any career depth before I came here. My manager put
a lot of faith in me and helped me locate and develop my potential.
College Knowledge
I was always fairly successful in sport so
education helped me focus on my career. I selected the right A levels
(Mathematics, Geography and Biology) and then went on to university
to gain a Sports Science degree.
Way Cool
The most amazing thing about this job is the
way you come from university with theory, which you then apply in
practice. When, after a few weeks, you start seeing real results and
changes in people's body shape with your help, it's awesome!
The Flipside
The biggest shock to me personally was having
to get up very early. I have to get up at 4.15am to get in by 6.00am.
But once you're up and you're in, you get the shift out of the way
by 2pm.
Advice
Be genuine. If you enjoy working with people
and you enjoy the subject then go for it!
Regrets
My only regret is that the industry isn't that
well paid. You won't make a fortune.
Inspirations
Being able to help people achieve their goals.
Crystal Ball
The wonderful thing about being in Health and
Leisure is that there always is something bigger and better to go
on to. I am moving on, my career is progressing and in the next few
weeks I am taking on a post as club manager at a different club.
If I wasn't doing this
I would be a Butlin's Red Coat.
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