FitnessDigest.us is an entertaining, inspiring and sometimes humorous digital magazine for the iPad, Kindle Fire, Nook or computer. The magazine features nationally known authors and includes award winning short stories sent in from readers.
Over two-hundred years of publishing experience combine to produce this quarterly magazine. Book readers will especially enjoy this magazine. It makes a great addition to any digital library.
Contributors and authors:
Charlotte Hilton Andersen - The most experienced author to contribute to the FitnessDigest.us. The magazine was fortunate to work with Charlotte. She is the brightest star among a stellar group of authors. Readers can find her book, The Great Fitness Experiment–CP $14.95, in paperback and e-Book form. She is a regular contributor to The Huffington Post, iVillage, Redbook Magazine and BlogHer.
Jenn Gibbons - Rowed at Michigan State University, is a US Rowing Level II Certified coach and currently rows as a member of Chicago’s Lincoln Park Boat Club. Jenn continues to coach at Ignatius Chicago Crew, and is also a coach for the Chicago Rowing Union. Jenn was featured in the October 2011 issue of Fitness® magazine and was also voted 2011 US Rowing Masters Coach of the Year. If you would like to read the story Jenn wrote for FitnessDigest.us you can still purchase the back issue.
Bob Steele - A retired swim coach that has coached swimmers who have competed at NCAA National Championships, Pan Ams and Olympics. He also served as USA Swimming’s Director of Athlete and Coach Development for nine years. He wrote the book Games-Gimmicks-Challenges for Swimming Coaches–CP $29.00 and his swimming artwork is displayed at the International Swimming Hall of Fame.
Mark Miller - An entrepreneur in college, Mark started his first business one year before graduating from the University of Northern Iowa. Since then he has acquired nearly two decades of experience in the media and publishing industry, working for KUNI, Freiburg Publishing, then the Globe Gazette and LEE Enterprises. He has experience working with the Iowa Newspaper Association and was the creator of WrightInIowa.com; the subject of that site is now part of the Save America’s Treasures list. Mark is also a registered USA Swimming Coach and USA Track and Field Coach. A 2008 USA National Championship Trail Marathon ninth place finisher, a 2007 100K USA National Championship eighth place finisher and Ironman triathlete.
Roxanne Martinez - Roxy was diagnosed with breast cancer and courageously took the the challenge of writing about it. In her writing she shows that she is not afraid to tell it like it is. She leaves readers with the sense that they too can concur the world. The optimism in her writing is also helping other women, with cancer, keep a positive outlook on life.
Ben Fistler - A writing instructor at Mason City High School and independent creative writing professional. Ben is one of the magazine’s most prolific writers, earning him FitnessDigest.us platinum writer status. He has contributed to almost every issue. His ability to take life events and weave them together with typical sports topics will pleasantly surprise readers.
Kirkus MacGowan - A graduate from Ferris State University who also played college baseball. Kirkus extended his playing career by playing two years of amateur baseball in Chicago, IL. MacGowan’s first novel is titled The Fall of Billy Hitchings–CP $0.99. His second novel is titled The Sixth Deadly Sin.
Karen Mares - A very entertaining and highly talented writer who operates the blog “SubMommy.com” – short for ‘Suburban Mommy.’ Karen’s professional, yet down to earth, writing style speaks-out clearly about many issues. She also uses her blog to raise awareness for children born with Atresia/Microtia.Joe Buttweiler - Professional journalist for nearly 30 years. Active in the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation.
Debbie Balek - A professional photographer and independent artist. She also teaches part time at the MacNider Art Museum in Mason City, Iowa.
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Call For Entries - Awards for non-profits, amateur writers and photographers.
Diamond story winners receive: $200
Gold story winners receive: $50
Silver story winners receive: $25
Honorary winners receive: $10
Gold story winners receive: $50
Silver story winners receive: $25
Honorary winners receive: $10
Platinum award: For writers who receive an annual-total of more than $200.
Professional authors that have been previously published please e-mail publisher (at) FitnessDigest.us
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Manly, Iowa 50456-0380
publisher @ FitnessDigest.us
Phone: 641 583-2407
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