Today:
As I drive
home, I have half an hour to reflect and think. My mind begins to daydream. I fantasize about life, my career, my
hopes, and it turns into this magical picture of possibilities. Creative thoughts are running around in
my head, and I decided to sit down, take time, and put them on paper. So, for
those interested, the following is my open diary about my journey, my career,
as a personal trainer.
How I got
to where I am continues to amaze me. I feel so damn grateful to be where I am,
working at Pulse. Meeting Holly is
probably one of the greatest things that has happened. I give so much thanks to
my best friend Aly for being the wonderful soul she is and introducing us. If
it wasn’t for her talkative ways and thoughtful gestures who knows if this
would of ever transpired.
Let's start from the beginning:
Ever since
I graduated high school I became more intrigued with fitness. Workouts,
nutrition, healthy habits; I just couldn't get enough of it. In free time I
found myself reading health articles, googling recipes, and trying new
workouts. I knew this was a clue. I knew I had too much passion and interest in
this field to not pursue a career. I just didn't know where to start.
6 months ago:
Holly, owner of Pulse, heard, through
the grape vine, I was interested in personal training. We sat down, got a vibe for each other,
shared our visions on fitness, and she suggested a certification I should
obtain to begin.
As I left
our introduction, I felt beyond excited and couldn't wait to purchase the text
book, study, and become a certified personal trainer. In all honesty, it took
me a couple months to finally purchase the book due to finances and deep down
being scared. It can be frightening putting all this time, money, and
commitment into something I still wasn't sure if it was meant for me. I think I
get this from my mother. I play it too safe. I need to just do sometimes!
I finally
purchased the text book and began studying while working at a credit union.
That job was easy and comfortable. I had great co-workers. I knew the job like the
back of my hand. It paid the
bills. And right there was the problem.
Easy. Who wants easy? That is when you stop challenging yourself. You
forget what accomplishment feels like and slowly lose yourself.
One day I
had enough. I decided to take the
risk and move on. Trust me, it was
not easy – quitting to pursue a dream – hoping to become a trainer. I was tired of sitting back in the
passenger seat. It was time to take control of my life. Was it foolish?
Irresponsible? Reckless? Call it what you want, but I know myself well enough
to stop settling, stop being TOO safe, and start chasing my dream. I needed to
make a change. A change towards a bright future doing a job I knew I would
love. A job I want to do for the rest of my life. I got in contact with Holly
and we sat down again, but this time for an interview.
This brings us to today!
I am working
at Pulse; it’s been two month. As I think back to my first day I can’t even
remember it. Normally, when you start a new job you have phases or transitions,
but I never had that. It just fit like I was the missing puzzle piece. It just
worked with such ease and I remember feeling so at home after my first week. It
had felt like I had been there forever.
I
am looking forward to the future and the new clients I will gain. I am excited
to see who walks through the door to train with me!
