The Workout That Changed My Mind
Write an essay about the first time you tried a workout or diet plan that drastically changed your perspective on health and fitness. Describe what motivated you to start, the challenges you faced, and the results you noticed in both body and mind.
Suggested length: An essay or article: 800 to 2,500 words
Start the clock
Pick a sprint, press start and keep going until it stops. Momentum beats polish on a first draft.
Make it yours
Three ways to take this prompt somewhere nobody else will.
- State your main point in one sentence before you start.
- Include a counterargument and answer it fairly.
- Cut every sentence that only repeats the one before it.
Writing health and fitness
Feel better in body or mind, with evidence behind it.
Health books cover exercise, diet, sleep and mental health for general readers. Readers will change how they live based on what you write, so trust is everything.
What readers expect
- Advice backed by research
- Credentials or lived experience
- Programs readers can follow
- Encouragement, not shame
A tip before you start
Cite your sources and say what your expertise is. A health book without credibility is a hard sell to publishers and readers.
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