Why I Decided to Move to Japan
In this episode, I discuss my decision to leave London and move to Japan, a choice driven by personal growth, career goals, and a desire to explore a new culture.
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Show Notes
In this episode, I share why I decided to move to Japan, detailing the journey from being a personal trainer in London to starting a new chapter abroad. Learn about the challenges, opportunities, and mindset shifts that shaped my decision and how moving to Japan helped me grow both personally and professionally.
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Timestamps:
(01:02) How My Exchange Year in the USA Inspired Me
(02:27) Life as a Personal Trainer in London
(03:56) Working at Nuffield: The Corporate Gym Experience
(05:42) Facing Limitations as a Personal Trainer
(07:01) Balancing a Master’s Degree and Coaching
(08:19) Why I Wanted a Change of Scene
(09:48) Why Japan? Choosing Adventure Over Comfort
(11:22) Transitioning Personal Training Clients to Online Coaching
(13:45) The Gamble of Moving Without a Job Lined Up
(15:17) How Luck Played a Role in My Journey to Japan
(16:12) The Impact of Escaping the UK Lockdown
(17:46) Starting Fresh: Growing My Online Fitness Brand
(19:25) The Challenges of Learning Japanese
(20:12) Reflecting on Life in Japan After One Year
(21:16) Future Plans: Building an Exercise Library
(22:10) Closing Thoughts on My Decision to Move