103 - From Nutritionist to Full-Time Fitness Writer - Emilina Lomas

103 - From Nutritionist to Full-Time Fitness Writer - Emilina Lomas

Author: Michael Leonard: Copywriter & Freelance Writing Coach June 26, 2020 Duration: 34:08

In this episode, I interview Emilina Lomas who went from nutritionist to full-time writer. Learn how she used her passion for health and fitness to make a full-time income writing online.

Do you have a passion but aren't sure how to build an online writing business around it? If so, you will love this episode with Emilina. 

Emilina is a clinically trained nutritionist turned health writer who has been working freelance for the last four years after leaving her consulting job at a Fortune 500 company. Emilina has worked with top health and wellness brands including the National Football League (NFL), Muscle & Strength and Bulletproof Labs, and manages written content for many professional athletes. She currently lives in Orange County, California. 

When you listen, you will learn:

  • How she ditched her corporate 9-5
  • Tons of new strategies to earn money writing
  • How to get started as a health and fitness writer
  • Using social media to land freelance writing clients
  • How to get started using Fiverr to build your portfolio and expand your client base

And so much more. 

Don't forget to connect with Emilina as well.

Make sure to:


FREE TRAINING - 3 Ways to Land Freelance Writing Clients: inspireyoursuccess.com/training

Apply for 1:1 Coaching with Michael: inspireyoursuccess.com/coach


Michael Leonard was a professional copywriter earning a solid salary before he walked away from that career in 2017. With no safety net, he built a thriving online writing business from the ground up. In his Inspire Your Success podcast, he gets into the real work behind that transition, moving beyond simple inspiration to offer a practical roadmap. Each conversation is grounded in his experience as a freelance writing coach, focusing on the actionable steps needed to build a sustainable independent career. You’ll hear honest discussions about the mental shifts required to leave a traditional job, the systems that actually generate income, and how to navigate the common pitfalls of entrepreneurship. This isn't about vague motivational talk; it's a detailed look at creating a business that affords more freedom, whether that means paying off debt, traveling, or simply designing a life with more flexibility. Tune in for a blend of strategic business advice and personal development insights, all drawn from Michael’s own journey from a structured 9-5 to successful self-employment. The podcast serves as a direct mentorship for anyone feeling stuck, providing the tangible tools and mindset needed to turn professional aspirations into a working reality.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

Inspire Your Success
Podcast Episodes
47: Is Upwork a Scam for Freelancers? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 14:12
In this podcast episode, I debunk the myth that Upwork is a scam for freelance writers and talk about how you can gain momentum as a new writer by finding your first freelance gig on Upwork. Why Some Freelancers Think Up…
46: Why Freelance Writing is the #1 Online Business in 2020 [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 19:36
On this edition of Writing Wednesday, I talk about the reasons why I love freelance writing. If any of these reasons resonate with you but you are not even sure what freelance writing is, be sure to check out episode 44,…
45: Why 99% of Blogs Fail (and How to Find Success) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:30
In this Monday's with Michael episode, I share why my blog failed and in reality why most blogs do! I don't regret the lessons I learned along the way, though, and it has led me now to become a successful freelance write…
44: What is Freelance Writing? (How to Get Paid to Write Online) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:51
In this writing Wednesday episode, I tackle the question I am frequently asked: "What is Freelance Writing?". I answer that question as well as other frequently asked questions, such as: What is the difference between bl…
43: Why I Quit My $120,000 Job to Blog [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 18:29
In this episode, I take listeners back to the beginning and share my journey from being an unhappy 9-5 employee to becoming a part-time blogger and then finally now a full-time freelance writer. I felt like it was import…