Krista Bugden

Krista Bugden is a freelance writer with a BS in Human Kinetics from the University of Ottawa. She spent 5 years working as a kinesiologist, giving her the first-hand experience she needed to write well-researched, scientific, and informative blogs. When she’s not writing, Krista can be found exploring a new country, reading the next big mystery book, or striving to reach a new personal best in deadlifts or squats.

Education

University of Ottawa
Bachelor of Science, Human Kinetics
2011-2014

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