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I started off doing mechanics straight from school, and although I enjoyed it, my heart wasn’t really in it. A friend recommended the sports courses at Ayrshire College, and since I’d always enjoyed sport at school, I thought why not give it a go? I’ve completed NC to HND Fitness, Health and Exercise. Every year was different, from the practical aspects of sport and gym exercise, to learning more about the theory behind sports. I’ve enjoyed all aspects of college, especially the work placements at KA Leisure and being involved in the primary school coaching sessions. It was great to encourage the school children into different kinds of sport. College benefited me in so many ways. Within the last five years my experience and growing passion have encouraged me to pursue my career in sport, and I feel lucky to have landed my dream job as a Personal Trainer at Pure Gym in East Kilbride. My goal is to inspire people who share my desire for continuous improvement. I learned the benefits of good nutrition which is vital in the fitness industry and for an overall healthy lifestyle and this is what I’d like to raise awareness of with my clients. “I’M GOING ON TO DO A DEGREE IN SPORTS SCIENCE AT UWS. I WOULD RECOMMEND ANYONE TO START AT AYRSHIRE COLLEGE. IF YOU’RE PASSIONATE, GO FOR IT!”