Originally born and raised in Chicago, Illinois, Ashley came down to Austin to escape the arctic winters and developed a deep love for running and fitness. She received her certification from WITS at the University of Texas in October 2015. Ashley has also been coaching marathoners since 2011 and uses her knowledge of endurance athletes to create functional fitness plans for all levels. Her love of education is boundless -- She is currently working towards several advanced certifications in nutrition and strength and conditioning.