Location
Chicago, IL. USA
School
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, The University of Iowa, Tippie College of Business
Expertise
Domestic & international travel, wellness within travel, Solo Travel
- Ashley has attended 22+ press trips, domestically and internationally, over the past three years.
- She specializes in staying healthy while traveling by incorporating daily wellness routines into travel experiences.
- She loves all things outdoors, especially if it involves the mountains.
Experience
Ashley Martens is a wellness writer based in Chicago. With a lifelong passion for all things health and wellness, she enjoys writing about topics to help people live happier and healthier lives. With a foundation in fitness, food, and nutrition, Ashley has covered many topics, including sexual health and travel. She is also a NASM-certified personal trainer and group fitness instructor. She has written for a variety of publications under the Hearst Publications umbrella, like Country Living, Delish, Good Housekeeping, House Beautiful, Redbook, and Town and Country. Other brands include A Sweat Life, Muscle & Fitness, and The Matador Network, among others. Though she divides her time between the city and the suburbs, her heart is always in the mountains.
Education
Ashley has her master's degree in communication studies from the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point, where she was also an instructional assistant for Communication 101. Ashley graduated from The University of Iowa, where she majored in communications studies and minored in journalism. She also obtained her entrepreneurial management certificate from the Tippie College of Business.
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Outdoor Adventure
By Ashley Martens
Just outside of Asheville, North Carolina, is a beautiful lake park surrounded by the Black Mountains. It's a perfect escape for relaxing swims and walks.
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