Most manual jobs are going to pay less and hurt your body more. I think your best bet is to save tons of money and then retire early, so you can do what you want.
Most jobs (manual or office work) are not rewarding and don't provide meaning.
Most jobs (manual or office work) are not rewarding and don't provide meaning.
But I can tell you have never done a manual job because you would understand the sense of satisfaction at the end of the day when you gaze upon the fruits of your labors.
Everyday I drive past houses I built and people now live in. Very rewarding.