Ally loves to be in motion! From running to hiking to standup paddleboarding to mountain biking, you can find her chasing all manner of outdoor adventures (cautiously, of course). Ally is an avid runner, yoga teacher, personal trainer, and overall fitness junkie. She is an accomplished ultramarathoner and recently became a Stage 3 cancer survivor. She has broken tape at quite a few middle-distance races and intends to win more now that her cancer journey is behind her.
Ally has her Bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from Cal State Fullerton and her yoga teaching certificate from Yandara Yoga Institute in Baja California, Mexico. After spending 6 years working with a physical therapist in South Lake Tahoe, she attributes much of her therapeutic exercise knowledge to that experience. A beach girl and a traveler, Ally can always be found chasing the sun and remains in pursuit of the endless summer. Her favorite party tricks include being able to jump really high, stand on her head on a paddleboard, and sing “Eye of the Tiger” with surprising accuracy. She is thankful to be a part of the Outdoor Gear Lab testing team!
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Best Running Gear
With our collection of knowledge on all things running, we have put together a list of our favorite products to keep...
10 Best Trail Running Shoes
If you need a pair of trail running shoes, since 2013, we've tested more than 300 pairs in preparation for this...
10 Best Running Shorts
We bought dozens of pairs of running shorts and narrowed them down to the best ten pairs for men and women. Whatever...
10 Best Running Shoes
If you want to find the best running shoes today, we covered hundreds of miles and thoughtfully selected our favorite...
Best Backpacking Backpacks for Women
Ready to go backpacking? We tested the top women's specific backpacks on the market to determine which one is best...
Best Running Shoes for Women
Seeking a women's running shoe to help you pick up the pace? Our comprehensive review of the most popular running...
Editors' Choice
Asics Novablast 5 for Women Review
The perfect shoe might not exist, but in terms of versatility and performance, this one comes close.
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Saucony Kinvara 15 for Women Review
This shoe is a budget-friendly, high-ground-feel shoe that feels uncomplicated, lightweight, and fresh on the roads...
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Adidas Adizero Evo SL for Women Review
For a more budget-friendly shoe, this hits on many of the most important elements runners seek in their shoes, making...
Best Exercise Equipment
Health goals change from person to person, which is why our testing was designed to encompass a variety of goals and...
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Brooks Hyperion Max 2 for Women Review
For combined comfort and speed, this shoe is one for runners who want to try their hand at a plated shoe without...
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Asics Gel-Kayano 31 for Women Review
For the ultimately cushioned run, this stable and well-tractioned road shoe has everything a runner needs for mild...
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Brooks Adrenaline GTS 24 for Women Review
A first choice for stability performance, this is the shoe I recommend to runners seeking a stable workhorse.
The Best Foam Rollers
Which is the best foam roller for you? We bought and tested dozens of rollers before narrowing down our selection to...
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Asics Metaspeed Sky Paris for Women Review
This race-ready shoe combines a feather-light build with a responsive midsole and fluid ride, offering an unparalleled...
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