Median pay: $52,600
Top pay: $136,000
10-year job growth: 29%
Total jobs: 30,000
The job:
Fitness-conscious baby boomers are paying pros to help with their workouts. And companies and communities need trainers for wellness programs.
How to switch:
This job is best for a workout lover, but being in good physical shape is not enough. You'll need training and certification (find information at afaa.com and nasm.org). A background in a health field or competitive sports is helpful, too.
Quality of life ratings:
| Personal satisfaction |
Benefit to society |
Low stress |
Flexibility |
| B |
A |
B |
B |
By Donna Rosato and Tom Ziegler
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