Summary
Education: James Madison University
Amy Schlinger is a writer with over 12 years of experience covering fitness, travel, and lifestyle topics. She often reviews products for sites like iBestTravel, Shape, and more. Amy has been writing for iBestTravel since August 2022.
Highlights of Amy Schlinger’s Career
- Amy has held staff positions at Shape Magazine, DailyBurn, Self Magazine, and PopSugar.
- Amy’s work has also appeared in The New York Post, Women’s Health, Men’s Health, Self, Cosmopolitan, Glamour, and more.
- She is a National Academy of Sports Medicine Certified Personal Trainer (NASM-CPT), and is certified in Kettlebell Training.
Experience in Media and Writing
Amy Schlinger is a skilled reporter, writer, and editor with extensive experience covering gear, health, fitness, travel, wellness, nutrition, and lifestyle topics. She has held staff positions at reputable publications like Shape Magazine, DailyBurn, Self Magazine, and PopSugar.
Moreover, her work has appeared in notable outlets including Men’s Health, The New York Post, Women’s Health, Glamour, Cosmopolitan, Health Magazine, Outside Magazine, Livestrong, Map My Fitness, MSN, Runner’s World, and Bicycling Magazine. She has been featured in DailyBurn’s Live to Fail workout video series and possesses certifications from the National Academy of Sports Medicine as a Certified Personal Trainer and in Kettlebell Training.
Amy loves to travel, doing so frequently for both work and leisure. As an expert packer, she can fit six pairs of shoes along with clothing into a carry-on without breaking the zipper. Furthermore, she often chooses her accommodations based on gym quality and wellness activities available.
In addition, she has completed six half marathons, two triathlons, two century bike rides, two Tough Mudder races, and four Spartan races, including a beast at the Spartan World Championships at Squaw Mountain in North Lake Tahoe. Her personal interests include a love for sneakers, the Green Bay Packers, and mashed potatoes.
Educational Background
Amy holds a BA in media arts and design with a concentration in journalism, supplemented by a marketing minor, from James Madison University.
About iBestTravel
iBestTravel is a leading travel media brand dedicated to informing and inspiring passionate travelers. Our expert team consists of a network of hundreds of writers and photographers worldwide, offering insights into the best places to stay, eat, and explore. We reach an audience that takes 76 million round trips annually, providing valuable travel tips, ideas, and inspiration for all types of trips, whether small towns, large cities, beaches, lakes, national parks, or theme parks. Additionally, we cover everything from road trips and cruises to long-haul flights, ensuring travelers have the resources they need to reach their destinations. Learn more about us and our editorial process.
