Being made redundant is never fun.

But for me, it gave me that kick to take a chance on a career change.

I’ve loved writing my blog for the past three years- it’s given me amazing experiences and opportunities, transformed me into a fitter more confident person and made me realise that talking all things health and fitness is what I want to do with my life.

But giving up a career that you’ve trained for at University, particularly one in a high-paying field is scary. It felt wrong to throw that away, but equally wrong to continue to slog on in a job that I wasn’t giving 100% to, because I didn’t feel passionately about it.

Switching to an entry level position, starting again at the bottom, could be a huge risk but it’s one I’m incredibly excited about. I know I’ll look forward to getting up and going to work in the morning because I can’t wait to see what I’ll learn today, and I’m enthusiastic about the prospects for the future- full of ideas as to how being in the fitness industry can help grow my career and my blog.

The financial side of things is obviously a big concern for me – to be approaching 30 and take a salary of a graduate means a lot of cutbacks and money juggling. Having bought my own flat a year ago, I’m determined not to lose that, so as long as I can pay the mortgage and bills, I’ll be fine. If I have to eat eggs on toast for dinner 3 days a week, and turn down all invitations to dinner/shows/gigs/holidays that’s ok! I know (hope) it will be worth it in the long run.

The future is still uncertain but I’m feeling positive and I will keep you guys updated.