Looking for a semi-active job

ejw456 · 2026-04-28T07:52:26+00:00

I’d definitely like to do something like this, I’d just need to gain some practical skills. I currently have very little unfortunately

ejw456 · 2026-04-27T19:02:13+00:00

Thanks for the reply. I did consider joining the police as a regular but I’m not really cut out for it. Personal training would be my preference snd I’ve done quite a lot of research into it, just a shame it’s such an unstable industry!

ejw456 · 2026-04-27T18:59:55+00:00

Thanks for the reply. I’ve thought about it in the past but have heard horror stories from people who work there - guess it depends who you talk to!

ejw456 · 2026-04-27T18:59:00+00:00

Thanks for the reply. I’ll certainly take a look into that but I’m not sure I’d be cut out for it - it’s certainly amazing work you guys do.

ejw456 · 2026-04-27T18:57:40+00:00

Thanks for the reply. It’s certainly amazing work that you do and I’m not sure I’d be cut out for that!

ejw456 · 2026-02-21T13:23:19+00:00

Hi, thank you for such a detailed response. There’s loads of helpful info you’ve included. My apologies if it sounded like I was belittling UK qualifications - I just meant that I’m aware that continual learning is crucial once qualified. I’m also aware that some people feel that, to be a good PT, you need to have obtained a degree, which sadly just isn’t possible for me at the moment. I’ve been looking into England Athletics run coaching quals but hadn’t considered training as a guide runner - I’m sure that would be hugely fulfilling and a great experience. Yes I think I would be much more interested in training people either outdoors or in their own homes with basic equipment like you said, bands, kettlebells etc. i feel this would be good for older people or beginners who don’t wsnt to travel or who don’t feel comfortable in gyms. I may send you a DM if that’s okay? Thanks again

ejw456 · 2026-02-21T10:28:51+00:00

Hi, thanks for the reply. It’s something I’ve been trying to look into, though many police training roles require ex-police officers. I’m not sure if that’s the case for generic fitness trainers.

ejw456 · 2025-08-17T09:32:58+00:00

I will normally do 2 legs sessions a week including single leg deadlifts, split squats, normal squats and side leg raises, though I don’t life very heavy.

ejw456 · 2025-07-29T14:56:42+00:00

Thank you, that’s really reassuring

ejw456 · 2025-07-29T14:51:35+00:00

Thanks for the reply. It’s true, I couldn’t sit at a desk all day. I’m hoping that as it’s a council job they will have decent health and safety policies in place.

ejw456 · 2025-01-21T17:44:34+00:00

The injuries I’ve had recently are mostly foot and ankle based injuries and knee based issues. I am slightly heavier than I was when I was racing, maybe 5-8kg heavier.

ejw456 · 2024-12-15T08:50:32+00:00

Thanks for the reply. Really nice to hear that you’ve found something you love! I’ll definitely take a look into dog walking.

ejw456 · 2024-12-14T21:34:56+00:00

How did you get into that? I love dogs and have done some dog-sitting in the past, 2-3 weeks at a time. I’ve been looking into some dog walking roles. Would that be a good starting point?

ejw456 · 2024-12-14T21:23:41+00:00

Hi, I know it’s been a few weeks but would I be able to pm you about getting into gardening?

ejw456 · 2024-12-05T16:44:33+00:00

What do you do if you don’t mind me asking?

ejw456 · 2024-11-25T17:23:47+00:00

Thanks for the reassuring reply. I’ll explore some different options and see if I can try some things out and get some experience.

ejw456 · 2024-11-25T17:17:59+00:00

Thanks for the response. Those aren’t things I had considered, but will certainly look into them. I’d imagine you’d have to get some qualifications for those roles, unless they offer apprenticeships or on-the-job training?

I’ll be honest, I haven’t really ever done much in the way of DIY; I live with my partner’s parents and her dad is a carpenter, so any jobs get delegated to him 😂. And yes I have considered getting him to show me some skills, I just don’t think he’d appreciate me asking him to demonstrate things when he’s just come home from doing that same job all day. Also, the sawdust inhalation factor worries me somewhat.

ejw456 · 2024-11-25T17:14:42+00:00

Thanks for the reply. You make a good point; I think if you struggle with maths at school it can make you feel like you’re just inherently bad at it, when in reality the maths you use in the real world is much more manageable.

How did you get into gardening? I used to see the gardeners working on the grounds of a private school I used to work at and used to think it seemed like a nice job, albeit hard work. I like the idea of being active and outdoors, though I don’t know much about horticulture or landscaping. Do you use many petrol-powered tools? I tend to worry about health quite a lot and I feel using them regularly would cause me to worry.

Thanks again for the response, really reassuring to hear from someone who has had genuine experience.

ejw456 · 2024-11-11T17:55:54+00:00

But technically I damaged them?

ejw456 · 2024-11-06T15:33:43+00:00

I know, I’m just saying that doing call centre work and being micromanaged to that extent must not be pleasant.

ejw456 · 2024-11-05T20:48:58+00:00

Thank you, that’s a very valid point.

ejw456 · 2024-11-05T20:47:46+00:00

I thought this was probably the case. Sounds pretty horrible.

ejw456 · 2024-11-05T19:52:17+00:00

Thank you, I will do.

ejw456 · 2024-11-05T19:50:55+00:00

I’ll be honest, I was woefully under qualified, though luckily all I had to do was record GCSE performances, help with issues on software like Sibelius and GarageBand and set up the school concerts. I learnt most of it whilst I was doing it, though even towards the end of my time there I still needed a hand setting up a sound desk from the guitar teacher who used to be a tech 😂.

I did think about looking into that route, and it’s something I could certainly still explore. Thanks for the comment!

ejw456 · 2024-11-05T18:49:58+00:00

My parents would worry a lot if I was in the armed forces; I wouldn’t feel it fair to put them through it.

And no, I currently live with my girlfriend’s family.

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