Meet Louis, 23, from Sussex, to find out more about life as a personal trainer. Part of our Bitesize world of work series.
I love helping people to live long, healthy and happy lives.
- Louis' job is to help people stay healthy in two ways - by teaching them how to exercise safely and by helping them to eat healthy food
- Louis learnt about the fitness industry when he was 14 - his mum hired him a person trainer after he broke his collarbone playing rugby
- He decided this was the career for him and spent time gaining work experience so he could start his professional training
- Day-to-day, Louis meets clients at his local gym and is working to complete a course that will make him a certified nutritionist - this is someone who helps people understand how food impacts health.
What to expect if you want to be a personal trainer
- Personal trainer average salary: £14,000 to £22,000 per year
- Personal trainer typical working hours: 32 to 34 hours per week
What qualifications do you need to be a personal trainer?
You could get into this role via a college course, an apprenticeship or applying directly.
Sources: LMI for All, National Careers Service
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