Ashley Mateo Education: Boston University, B.A. in Magazine Journalism Expertise: RRCA-certified Running Coach, UESCA-certified Running Coach Ashley Mateo is an award-winning journalist and editor. Her writing has appeared in The Wall Street Journal, Time, Runner's World, Women's Running, Men's Journal, Health, Women's Health, Bicycling and more. She is also an RRCA- and UESCA-certified running coach. Find her at ashleymateo.com. About Shape Shape is an award-winning digital fitness, wellness, and beauty destination that offers inclusive, trusted, and empowering expert-led guidance and advice for anyone at any point in their wellness journey. Our library of more than 11,000 stories reaches more than 7 million readers monthly who want to prioritize their health, have fun, and lead an active lifestyle while also cutting through the noise of quick fixes and unvetted fads.