Inspiring YOU to Live Well…Naturally!
HEALTH - FITNESS - WELLNESS Magazine
AUGUST 2011 Publishers:
Kat Painter and BillyBow
Hi Readers,
Editor-In-Chief/Creative Director:
Joe Mikoli
FitnessX.com Magazine has been a long journey for me. It all began in 2005, when I started weight lifting again after 12 years. This time, I incorporated a healthy eating plan and I lost 32 pounds. Shortly after, I attended my first Mr. Olympia. This is when I met a guy named, Ron Roybal. We hung out the entire Olympia weekend. At that time, I was an amateur photographer with dreams to start a fitness magazine. So, I shot a picture of Ronnie Coleman and Ron Roybal and submitted it to Muscular Development. They published that photo in April 2006. Then, I submitted another photo the next year to MD and it was published in April 2007. I was hooked and excited. Here I am today, six years later. I’m still going after my dream. Now, I’m seeing the reality of that dream. In the fitness industry, there is a lot of competition. All fitness models and publishers have that competitive spirit. We work hard to get to the top. For a fitness model--- it’s a cover, a feature article in a fitness magazine, or a pro card. For a publisher, like me, it’s about having a great following of the magazine. This is the goal of our team and writers of FitnessX.com Magazine. We want to give you motivating, inspiring, and informative articles you can sink your teeth into. I can tell you, I’ve learned so much about publishing this magazine. Every day, I learn more about clean eating, exercise, supplements, workout routines, getting 6-pack abs, etc. What I have learned most is that the human spirit doesn’t give up. The human body and spirit strive to be better and stronger. Whether you are working on getting stronger, building a better physique, or staying healthier---Do your best to make your dreams come true! We would love to hear from you, no matter what your comments may be. We are looking forward to hearing from you!
publisher@fitnessX.com
BillyBow, FitnessX.com Magazine Publisher
Submissions:
For all Submissions, email publisher@fitnessX. com and for rules & guidelines, go to www.fitnessX.com. Click on Guidelines for Submissions.
Assistant Editors & Copy Editors:
Kat Painter and BillyBow
Senior Science Editor:
Dr. Sean Hashmi
Fit Pregnancy Expert:
Laura Mak Quist
Senior Staff Photographer:
Noel Daganta
Senior Designer: Joe Mikoli Photographers: BillyBow, John Dorton, James Patrick, Leon Hall Photography, Nicholson Studios, Models Choice Photography, Amy Wipf, ALMAZ Photography, Dan Ray, Liana Saadi, Walt Ostarly, Sergio's Photography, Shannon Williams and Sami Vaskola Staff Writers: Kat Painter, Dr. Sean Hashmi, Leha Long, Mark Ozog, Laura Mak Quist, Sherry Goggin, Patty Wilson, Natalie Jill, Obi Obadike, Ingrid Romero, Summer Taylor, John Carter, Kyle Wipf and Pamela Wilson Contributing Writers: Natalia Muntean, Catherine Holland, Vanessa Tib, Leon Hall, Val Andrea-Way, Brittany Walker and Tara Thatcher Haertzen Models: Leha Long, Sherry Goggin, Erika Thompson, Michelle Leigh Mozek, Nicole Moneer Guerrero, Caithleen Heffernan and Stacey Naito
MISSION STATEMENT:
FitnessX.com Magazine (Health – Fitness – Wellness) strives to inspire people by making a difference in empowering and encouraging you to live a healthier lifestyle. We take pride in sharing heartwarming stories on health, fitness and wellness. Our readers vary in age, body composition, ethnic background, economic status, and professional background, but have the common goal of improving themselves through health, fitness, and wellness. FitnessX.com Magazine readers are health-conscious, discovering or already adopting healthy lifestyle practices, and interested in bettering themselves. Please note: FitnessX.com Magazine is not liable for any injury due to the suggestions and advice given in this issue. All readers must consult their physician prior to starting a new exercise and nutrition program.
Publishers: Kat Painter and BillyBow