FIVE REASONS WHY YOU SHOULD QUIT YOUR 9-5 AND JOIN THE FITNESS INDUSTRY

Be honest: When you chose your profession, did you know how many hours a day you’d spend in meetings, or staring at your laptop screen? Did you know how draining the rush-hour commutes would be, or how much you’d cough up for boring old corporate suits? Do you find yourself envying the personal trainer at your gym?

Workplace disillusionment is common. But the good news is, it doesn’t have to be your story. You can do it – quit your 9-5, and join the fitness industry. Here are ten good reasons why…

IT’S AN INDUSTRY THAT SERVES OVER 9 MILLION MEMBERS

The UK fitness industry is reported to serve well over 9 million members (http://www.healthclubmanagement.co.uk/health-club-management-news/Fitness-Private-sector-Public-sector-Memberships-UK/331857). We’re not entirely surprised – fitness is increasingly a priority for adults of all ages, since it boosts health and longevity.

This means that the fitness industry has become a very profitable place; it’s an industry that’s worth £4.7bn. This is why fitness centres and personal trainers are reporting record numbers.

IT’S FULFILLING WORK

Increasingly, job seekers are looking for work that makes a positive difference, indulges one’s interests and where they feel appreciated and valued And these are all trademarks of the fitness industry.

Personal trainers will tell you that their work is incredibly satisfying. They usually love what they do, which means that drab days are few and far between! They change the lives of their clients, by guiding them towards their fitness and weight-loss goals. This sort of fulfilment makes the work seem, well, less like “work”!

There’s also the fact that the fitness industry is far more interesting than many others, since it’s always evolving in response to wellness trends and the new discoveries of sports science. No two days are the same, in the gym! And each client has different needs, different fitness levels and a unique approach to exercise. All of this means the average personal trainer is challenged, stimulated and inspired – every day!

We can’t say the same for accountants.

IT HAS FEWER RULES

Most corporate workplaces have a lot of rules governing everything from the dress code, to your vacation time. And employees don’t often get the opportunity to choose their working hours or their schedule.

The fitness industry is less restricted and less restrictive..

While commercial gyms may require their personal trainers to wear specific branded garments, these are usually far better than the jacket and tie combo… And let’s be honest – modern workout wear is comfortable, colourful and stylish!

Fitness professionals generally enjoy far greater workplace flexibility; many choose their own schedules (goodbye, rush-hour traffic!). They’re better able to juggle a job, parenting and family commitment, since they can make time every day for their children and their partners. All this freedom contributes to the sense of fulfillment and satisfaction that personal trainers report.

IT’S YOUR JOB TO BE HEALTHY, YOUTHFUL AND FIT

Few industries are as beneficial to their employees, as the fitness industry. Personal trainers know that they have to be fit, strong and healthy. You wouldn’t trust a chef who didn’t love garlic and butter, right? Well, nobody quite trusts a personal trainer who pants after climbing a few stairs and indulges in junk food every day!

This is another reason why trainers love their work: They have to prioritise their own wellness, and they enjoy its benefits. They’re fit, healthy, and have less stress than lawyers and doctors. They’re also more likely to age slowly and age well.

IT’S INFLUENTIAL

Fitness professionals hold a lot of sway. They are usually excellent motivators, and they refine their people-skills, making them superb influencers. They’re also creative and solutions-oriented. They know how to set achievable goals and how to enable progress. These skills are sought-after in so many professions!

It’s no wonder so many personal trainers become leaders of their own very successful business ventures.

CONTACT TRIFOCUS FITNESS ACADEMY 

So let’s ask the question again: What are you waiting for? This is the perfect time to leave the rat race behind you and pursue a career as a personal trainer!

Trifocus Fitness Academy has a range of personal trainer courses on offer, to help you launch your fitness career and realise your dreams.

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