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As editor-in-chief for Fitt, I've had the opportunity to create a wealth of interesting content about health and fitness.

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The Best Treehouse, Cabin, And Tiny House Getaways From Chicago

Fitt Chicago

As part of a content strategy to broaden Fitt's audience during the coronavirus pandemic, I researched and wrote about a collection of glamping resorts and other unique stays that readers could discover from Chicago.

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Train Like Boxing Legend Floyd Mayweather At This River North Gym

Fitt Chicago

Floyd Mayweather is rapidly franchising boxing fitness studios across the country, and Chicago was selected as a growth city. I wrote a brief feature story announcing its development for Fitt Chicago.

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Fitt Q&A: Kofi Hughes – Trainer, Athlete, and Artist

Fitt Chicago

As the pandemic lengthened, we looked for interesting stories within the community. In Chicago, I approached ex-NFL player, lululemon ambassador, strength & performance trainer, and emerging artist Kofi Hughes for a conversation.

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Newsletter Issue No. 68: Hygge, but Make It Healthy

November 2020

Tasked with creating a reassuring Fitt Pittsburgh newsletter during a downturn in the COVID-19 pandemic, I assumed sole authorship in making recommendations about staying healthy and safe at home, including for the Thanksgiving Holiday.

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Game On: Here’s Where to Play Pickleball in Charlotte

Fitt Charlotte

As part of a paid campaign with GAMMA, I was tasked with researching and writing about courts and organizations dedicated to the sport of pickleball. Being that awareness for the game is still low, special attention was paid to reader engagement.

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Take on Cold and Flu Symptoms With Virtual Visits from UPMC AnywhereCare

November 2020

As a contracted advertorial for UPMC Health Plan, I wrote an article touting the benefits of using UPMC's telehealth services. The focus had to be on cold & flu while not delving into a deeply polarized pandemic.

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Stunning Spots to Watch The Sunset Around LA

Fitt Los Angeles

In an effort to broaden Fitt's content into more lifestyle categories during the pandemic, I wrote a post about where to find the best sunsets in Los Angeles.

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Shakira's Personal Trainer is Bringing Her Celeb-Approved Workout to Austin

Fitt Austin

Anna Kaiser, creator of a boutique dance-fitness concept and trainer to stars like Shakira, is franchising studios across the nation. Riding the buzz of Shakira's Super Bowl, I announced Austin's forthcoming studio.

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Fitt Q&A: Emily Hutchins – Training Legend And Swoosh Ambassador

Fitt Chicago

I had a conversation with Nike Master Trainer Emily Hutchins about training through the pandemic, her legacy, and what it takes to safely reopen a gym.

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Newsletter Issue No. 48: Your Holiday Weekend Hiking Guide

Fitt Chicago

To shift the focus toward our outdoor content during the pandemic, we heavily promoted Fitt's hiking guide in the newsletter during the 4th of July holiday.

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The Best Camping Spots Near Pittsburgh

Fitt Pittsburgh

Fitt's Guides are the core content of the site. Among them, popular and widely searched themes in the realms of fitness, healthy food, and outdoors. Camping is an all-time top-performer.

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Get Ready to Sweat: Elevate Fitness Is Bringing Boxing to Lawrenceville

Fitt Pittsburgh

Taking advantage of a close relationship with the boutique fitness studio's GM, I broke the news to the public that Elevate was expanding its offering.

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Stunning Spots to Watch the Sunset Around Pittsburgh

Fitt Pittsburgh

Continuing a shift to lifestyle and outdoors content during the COVID-19 pandemic, I wrote an article about sunsets in my hometown.

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Newsletter Issue No. 54: Your Guide to Outdoor Fitness

Fitt New York City

As part of regularly published newsletters, I researched and wrote an issue for NYC dedicated to outdoor fitness and breaking news from the health and fitness scene.

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