In 2006 crossed the channel to London where for 2 successful years , Lucas applied his degree and knowledge in a Sales Manager's role for a large Health Club (Fitness First). Then an opportunity arose to work as an Assistant Manager in the Wimbledon branch of a chain of Football Leisure Centres associated with the English Football Association.

By the turn of 2009, I realised the impact and implications management has on one's life. At that moment I decided to reignite my passion for Health and Fitness and I did my qualifications through REPS UK to become a Personal Trainer. As a trainer it helps me reclaim my work life balance and I have been responsible in shaping many managers , individuals and groups to re-establish their work/life priorities through bespoke exercise prescriptions.

Thus 2009 has allowed me to participate in cycling tours, compete in the London Triathlon and the Budapest Half Marathon where I aim to set my self new targets in 2010.

1. When did you arrive in Hungary and what brought you here?
I arrived in the beginning of October 2009 , I have a Hungarian Partner which I met through an acquaintance in London back in 2007.
Now, I help and work with expatriates to stay fit and healthy to reach their bespoke goals.

2. Have you ever been an expatriate elsewhere?
France(Lille), Belgium(Kortrijk), United Kingdom (London)

3. What surprised you most about Hungary?
The city has a real underground vibe to it, also Budapest is like a magnet it draws you in and you don't really know why?

4. Friends are in Budapest for a weekend - what must they absolutely see and do?
Just had some mates over from London visit enjoyed the Simplar Kert,(amazing what the can do with an empty building) took the number 2 tram to enjoy the sights and went to Gellert - Citadella and Castle district. Plus there are some amazing night spots in the mummut shopping centre.

5. What is your favourite Hungarian food?
I love Food in General all foods- expect: I would highly recommend to be careful of enjoying too much of the fatty local korbaz(sausages) and langos. Otherwise you will pay the price, you have been warned.

6. What is never missing from your refrigerator?
Túró Rudi

7. What is your favourite Hungarian word?
Well I have found a brilliant phrase- Rossz néven vennéd, ha azt mondanám, hogy szép tested van? I shall give credit to the lonely planet and Monty Python for this.

8. What do you miss most from home?
Sun, Sand, ocean water and breezes and real fresh fruit like Mangos

9. What career other than yours would you love to pursue?
Travel writer or Photographer

10. What's a job you would definitely never want?
Be any Prime Minister or President who is responsible to clear up this mess left in wake of the global credit crunch.

11. Where did you spend your last vacation?
Croatia, Bosnia

12. Where do you hope to spend your next holiday?
Cycling in Portugal or following The Duna towards the Balkans

13. What was your favourite band, film, or hobby as a teen?
Band: U2 saw them at Wembley this year
Film: Leon- French assassin

14. What can't you resist?
An Espresso quality coffee and chocolate patisserie: anytime or during a long cycle where you find a little cafe off the side of the road to pull up the bike and relax.

15. Red wine or white?
Red Wine

16. Book or movie?
Book for learning Movie for pleasure

17. Morning person or night person?
Morning- one gets to enjoy the beauty of a city before everyone wakes up

18. Which social issue do you feel most strongly about?
Any Health and Fitness issue like childhood obesity.

19. Buda or Pest side?
Buda for nature and escapism Pest for everyday

20. What would you say is your personal motto?
It's not what you've got, it's what you use that makes a difference.
Zig Ziglar