Kate Schwartz

Kate ran her first mile-long race at nine years old; it was immediately clear that running was her thing. She competed through middle school, high school and college, then discovered a love for longer distances with the Tucson Grinders. Kate now lives in Asheville, NC where she runs with the Asheville Running Collective and lives with her husband, son and cat.

As Fleet Feet’s Brand Marketing Editor, Kate writes and edits brand copy and articles for Fleet Feet. As a wear tester, she puts all types of shoes and gear to the test on trail runs, road runs and races.

More Stories by Kate Schwartz

5 runners running down a sidewalk in Fleet Feet Exclusive rabbit Apparel

How to Find a Running Group

The women's Gaviota 5 sits on a dark wooden background.

HOKA Gaviota 5 Review

The white HOKA Mach X sits against a crisp, white background.

Shoe Review: HOKA Mach X

The women's Altra Torin 7 sits on the concrete.

Shoe Review: Altra Torin 7

A side profile of the On Cloudsurfer

Shoe Review: On Cloudsurfer

A side profile view of the women's New Balance 880 v13.

New Balance 880 v13 Review

A side view of the women's HOKA Clifton 9.

HOKA Clifton 9 Review

The women's white On Cloud X 3.

Shoe Review: On Cloud X 3

The women's HOKA Bondi 8.

Shoe Review: HOKA Bondi 8

A side view of the men's Altra Outroad

Shoe Review: Altra Outroad

A side profile of the On Cloudgo.

Shoe Review: On Cloudgo

A profile view of the women's HOKA MACH 5.

Shoe Review: HOKA Mach 5