"Fit for the Fight is a must read for readers, both young and old."

~ Robert L. Shook, author of 60 books, including 5 New York Times bestsellers

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Meet Art

Life will knock you down—but you can get back up stronger. After losing everything at 55 and surviving a near-fatal health crisis at 74, Art Kimbrough knows what it means to fight back with faith, resilience, and purpose.

A serial entrepreneur, CEO, author, and “recovering triathlete,” Art shares timeless lessons from nearly eight decades of change—offering hope, humor, and a roadmap for anyone ready to rise again.

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  • “This book is a masterpiece in the art of optimism. Art Kimbrough uses his immense talent as a storyteller to bring to life the power of positive thinking. This is an inspirational story of a life well spent growing and overcoming challenges with optimism, attitude, and a smile.”

    Josh J Auer
    CEO Rise Services Inc and Acumen, Inc

  • “As a cancer surgeon, I’ve stood at the threshold between life and death on many occasions. With unflinching honesty and deep humility, Art reveals how life’s greatest adversities—even death—can become crucibles for transformation. Fit for the Fight is a masterwork of the human spirit—a profound testament to our capacity to adapt, endure, and evolve. This book doesn’t just offer inspiration; it unveils a path to joy under tremendous pressure and the subtle, powerful beauty that can emerge on the other side.”

    Dr. R. Alex Harbison, MD, MS 
    Head and Neck Surgical Oncology, St. Louis, MO

  • "The true sign of a true champion is an individual who is down for the nine-count, gets up and wins the fight. This is Art Kimbrough's story. Kimbrough has penned an inspirational story of a man who has overcome seemingly insurmountable obstacles and refused to accept defeat. Fit for the Fight is a must read for readers, both young and old."

    Robert L. Shook, author of 60 books, five New York Times best sellers (3 Number One NYT best sellers)

  • "Art's story of adaptability is both inspirational and motivational. Learn how he became such an effective leader of leaders by staring down a multitude of adversity. As he says, 'Everything we experience can be used to prepare us for what comes next'."

    Adrian Cronje, PhD., CFA
    CEO Ballentine, LLC

  • "An inspiring story of how perseverance, fueled by a "never quit, never give up" attitude can overcome adversity, disappointment, and life's setbacks. Art Kimbrough has thoughtfully, and clearly, laid out lessons learned from his personal challenges that can serve as a guidepost for us all."

    Maj. Gen. (ret.) David A Morris
    Unites States Army

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