Kathleen Ferraro

Kathleen Ferraro is a freelance fitness and wellness writer specializing in health trends, mental health, and chronic illness coverage. With a master's degree in journalism from Northwestern University and an undergraduate background in cultural anthropology and global health studies, she brings interdisciplinary insight to her reporting. Her career spans nearly a decade, with bylines in Bustle, Byrdie, Outside, Travel + Leisure, and NBC. Notable projects include producing a documentary about rare diseases and teaching yoga in Chicago. She currently serves as a contributing writer for Bustle's 'The Level Up' series, focusing on inclusivity in fitness spaces and athlete mental health.