Kathleen Ferraro
Kathleen Ferraro is a freelance fitness and wellness writer at Bustle, where she covers health and fitness news and trends, stress, mental health, and more.
Kathleen has written about wellness, health, and science for Outside, Discover, Byrdie, Travel + Leisure, and more. She has a master's degree in journalism and a bachelor’s degree in cultural anthropology, international studies, and global health studies, both from Northwestern University.
Outside of Bustle, she's producing a documentary about rare disease and teaches yoga around Chicago. Whether she's writing or not, Kathleen is usually cuddling with her old dog Papa. You can hear more from her or get in touch on Twitter @kathleenferr.
Chill Chat
Snowboarder Chloe Kim Swears By This Mood-Boosting Wellness Practice
The Olympian chats about prioritizing mental health in a high-stress sport.
The Level Up
Meet The Running Coach Advocating For POC Representation On The Trails
“We've done years of listening and learning," says Dora Atim, founder of Ultra Black Running. "Now it's time to put it into play.”
The Level Up
How Kelly Roberts Is Advocating For All Body Sizes In Running
“The running world is so monolithic in terms of body size, race, and gender. The best work we can do is internal.”
The Level Up
Ayesha McGowan Is Creating Space For More WOC In Pro Cycling
"If people looked at everybody as just humans that can race bikes, we'd go so much further in equalizing opportunities for everyone."
Fitness
Can The 75 Hard Workout Help You Build New Fitness Habits?
They mean it when they call this challenge hard.
Fitness
Does The Mikasa Ab Workout Really Give You Six-Pack Abs?
Everything you need to know about this TikTok-famous training plan.
The Level Up
Jiu Jitsu Champ Kim Blake Is Pushing For More Women In The Sport
"Once you start to learn, you can feel so strong, empowered, and in a better position to protect yourself."
Wellness
An Honest Review Of The Good Patch's De-Stressing Be Calm Stickers
Here's how they work.
The Level Up
Bethany C. Meyers On The Mindset Shift That Changed Fitness For Them
The instructor shares what a truly body neutral workout looks like.
Chill Chat
Sloane Stephens' Tip For Staying Hydrated Every Single Day
The tennis pro shares her go-to self-care rituals.
The Olympics Warm-Up
How Swimmer Jessica Long Is Training For The Paralympics
"When I feel put together, I'm going to swim fast."
Olympics 2021
MyKayla Skinner On The Upside To Bad Workout Days
And the recovery ritual she swears by.
Wellness
The Smart Mattress Behind My Improved Sleep
An honest review of the buzzy AI-powered bed.
The Olympics Warm-Up
Allyson Felix Is Not A Fan Of The Phrase “No Days Off”
Plus, the biggest lesson running has taught her.
Fitness
What It's Like To Work Out With An AI-Based Trainer
Here's my honest take.
Fitness
8 Strength-Building Walking Workouts That Trainers Love
No weights rack necessary.
Wellness
8 Morning Routines Ideas That'll Help You Rise & Shine
Cue the Kylie Jenner song.
Wellness
11 TikTok Hacks That'll Help You Stop Procrastinating
In this case, scrolling through the app can actually help you stop getting distracted.
Wellness
How Gardening Became A Wellness Practice
Plant parenting is all the rage.
Wellness
I Tried Acupuncture For My Endometriosis Pain & I'm Now A Convert
The mighty power of teeny, tiny needles.
