Fans of writing and running—or folks looking to forge their runner identity—will love this episode about keeping a running/movement journal. Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Amanda Loudin, guest Lauren Fleshman, former pro runner, entrepreneur, and co-creator of the Believe Training Journal, shares: -the multi-faceted power of journaling; -advice for how to start keeping a running journal; -the power of looking back at past journal entries; -how messiness can serve a purpose; and, -how journal-writing can foster + strengthen your running identity.  Before Lauren joins the conversation around 08:24, the hosts share anecdotal advice on how to enjoy weight training—even a Turkish get-up! (And listen to the very end for bonus content: curly haircareadvice from Lauren!)  When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 14 February 2025
While February is Heart Health Month, we should be tuned into our tickers every day. And this episode is a reminder of just that. We’re chatting with good friend of the pod Molly Williams, who suffered a heart attack a few months ago, about her experience, recovery, and the lessons she’s learned along the way. Plus, we’ll hear from Dr. Martha Gulati, a leading cardiologist, who’ll share valuable insights on how to prioritize our heart health and stay ahead of any risks. This is an important conversation you won’t want to miss. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.  We appreciate your—and their—support.  Insoles for all your active pursuits: Use code AMR15 for 15% discount at Currex.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 11 February 2025
Anyone looking for motivation—and learning how to get out of their own way—needs to listen to this enlightening episode with guest Steve Magness, a renowned performance expert, coach, and author, whose just-published book is Win the Inside Game. Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Coach Liz Waterstraat, Steve details: -making the shift from “I like to run” to “I am a runner”; -why + how we self-sabotage; -the importance of intrinsic motivation + competency; -how to create more of a sense of play in your running; and, -the importance of “dabbling” in a variety of pursuits.  It probably won’t come as a surprise that host Sarah recounts recent pickleball pursuits before guest-Steve joins around 04:32.   When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!  Get 20% off, plus free shipping, on all IQBAR products by texting AMR to 64-000  New AG1 subscribers: Go to drinkAG1.com/AMR for a FREE $76 gift when you sign up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 7 February 2025
If you’re going to run 26.2 miles for the first time in 2025, like May, you owe it to yourself to listen to the episode, which includes a detailed primer on training for your first marathon. Any runner will benefit from Coach Dimity’s detailed strength-training suggestions in response to Kelsey’s question. And all runners will love scheming their own solution to Heather’s “dilemma” of getting to run both the Boston and London marathons!  Before the Q&As start rolling at 08:12, the hosts talk rowing and (epic!) erging. Please call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771) to record your question. Go the Distance: Early-bird pricing starts February 5.  When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!  New AG1 subscribers: Go to drinkAG1.com/AMR for a FREE $76 gift when you sign up  Get 20% off, plus free shipping, on all IQBAR products by texting AMR to 64-000 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 4 February 2025
Anyone interested in the backstory of the Another Mother Runner community or learning more about this podcast’s host, Sarah Bowen Shea, will enjoy this crossover episode. In it, SBS becomes the guest, interviewed by an intuitive dad of two and college professor, Jonathan Ravarino, on his Ultra Balance Podcast. It’s a lively conversation!  When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!  Feel the Currex difference: Get 15% off with code AMR15 at Currex.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 31 January 2025
This episode is for anyone who loves running, musicals, or finding inspiration in unexpected places! Hosts Dimity McDowell and Sarah Wassner Flynn chat with Kara Cutruzzula, writer, editor, and creator of Marathon The Musical, a one-of-a-kind show that blends the worlds of running and performance. Kara shares: The inspiration behind Marathon and its themes of endurance, hope, and connection; How running fueled Kara’s creativity, including DIY'ing her own marathon for research; The enduring process of writing a musical, including how to make it all come to life on stage, and more!  Follow Kara on her website or on Instagram for updates on Marathon. Listen to Kara chat more about the link between running and creativity on a previous AMR podcast. Save the date! The 2025 Better Together team is heading to the City of Oaks Marathon on Nov. 2. Registration opens March 10—don’t miss it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 28 January 2025
If you’ve ever felt even a twinge of “mommy guilt” (ugh!), this episode is a must-listen. The guest is Nancy Reddy, an author and mother runner whose new book The Good Mother Myth. Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Britany Williams, the guest discusses: -how crazy-making “shoulda-woulda-coulda” can be; -the importance of being reminded you’re in a body; -societal expectations of caring for your kids over yourself; -running’s role in the creative process; and, -the book-related running club she recently joined!  Before the guest joins around 07:10, Britany shares her current struggles of toddler-parenting.  When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!  Go to DrinkAG1.com/AMR to start your New Year on a healthier note  Get 20% off, plus free shipping, on all IQBAR products by texting AMR to 64-000 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 24 January 2025
If your mojo is low, like Grace’s, you’ll appreciate the motivational tips shared by the hosts. Folks who huff-and-puff excessively on a run, like Julie, will be pleased to hear the insight Dimity serves up and Sarah’s book recommendation. Finally, all runners will benefit from the duo’s advice on fueling in response to Nicole’s candid question. (Here’s the $25 nutrition program Dimity mentions.)  Before the Q&As start at 5:52, Sarah shares the heartwarming backstory about why she’s rowing on the San Francisco Bay this weekend. Please call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771) to record your question.  When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!  Get 20% off, plus free shipping, on all IQBAR products by texting AMR to 64-00  Go to DrinkAG1.com/AMR to start your New Year on a healthier note. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 21 January 2025
This episode is for everyone who has contemplated opting out of a workout, a training cycle, a race, or, heck, even a book club! The guests are Train Like a Mother Clubcoaches Jennifer Harrison and Liz Waterstraat. With host Sarah Bowen Shea, the coaching duo discusses: -how to reframe your notions about quitting; -weighing the risk versus reward of not continuing; -the importance of learning how to suffer in order to improve; -the logistics of dropping out of a race midway; and, -being strategic, instead of reactive, in your decision to move on.  Before the coaches start doling out wisdom and advice around 8:17, Coach Liz shares her 8-year-old son’s goal list. (Awwww!) Later, Coach Jen details her on-going return from a debilitating injury.   When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!  Get 20% off, plus free shipping, on all IQBar products by texting AMR to 64-000 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 17 January 2025
This is the episode for all the big-dreamers out there: The guest is Becca Pizzi, who has completed marathons on all seven continents, and she's now the first (and only!) female race director of the Antarctica Marathon. Along with hosts Dimity McDowell and Sarah Wassner Flynn, Becca shares about her adventurous life, including: how her own running adventures led to her gig as a race director; the logistics and challenges of organizing a marathon in one of the most unforgiving environments on Earth; and, behind-the-scenes details of what it takes to participate in and direct a marathon in Antarctica. If you’ve got adventure on your mind but Antarctica is a little out of reach, we’ve got a brand new hiking program geared towards the Mammoth March or a similar 20-ish mile hike. It’s sixteen weeks long, and has all the workouts, details and information you need to have a great day on the trail.  When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! Get 20% off, plus free shipping, on all IQBar products by texting AMR to 64-000 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 14 January 2025
This is the perfect episode for anyone looking to get unstuck and become a stronger version of themselves—in running and in life! Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Liz Waterstraat, the guest Kate Gladdin, author of the recently published Okay, Now What? How to Be Resilient When Life Gets Tough, details: -how to teach your brain to be more flexible; -the importance of doing hard things + allowing yourself to fail; -how to avoid falling into an all-or-nothing mindset; -the three A’s of self-compassion; and, -what OGT is.  Before the guest joins around 6:04, Sarah shares what she’s striving for in 2025.  When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!  GUod to go: Get 25% off with code GUAMR2025 at GUenergy.com  Go to DrinkAG1.com/AMR to start your New Year on a healthier note. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 10 January 2025
If your quads burn going up stairs, like Dina’s do, you’ll be intrigued by this episode of the question-and-answer show from the founders of Another Mother Runner. Or maybe you’re like Rachel, who asks for training guidance for a 20-mile, one-day hike, or Pam, who is running a marathon two months after her last 26.2: Coach Dimity McDowell serves up clear-eyed advice to both queries.  After Dimity details a recent “magical” bike ride, the duo starts serving up Q&As at BARRY INSERT TIME. Call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771) to record your question. Here are hiking training plans and Many Happy Miles.   When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!  Write your story: Visit BetterHelp.com/amr for 10% off your first month  Go to DrinkAG1.com/AMR to start your New Year on a healthier note. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 7 January 2025
Any and all athletic folks need to listen to this episode to sidestep common nutritional mistakes. The guest is Alex Larson, a registered dietitian nutritionist, avid athlete, and mom of three kiddos. Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Amanda Loudin, the guest details: -the importance of “frontloading” nutrition; -the timing of eating and workouts; -how to eat to support lifting heavy weights; -the role fat should play in your diet; and, -how to stay strong while getting leaner. Before serving up the dietitian at BARRY INSERT TIME HERE, the hosts talk about a near-brush with a car (Sarah) and a nagging injury (Amanda).  When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! Save 15% on any full-price purchase w/ code TOPOAMR2024 at topoathletic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 3 January 2025
Join hosts Dimity McDowell and Sarah Wassner Flynn as they reflect on the Many Happy Miles program, its vibrant community, and the inspiring stories of members who’ve become better runners and people through their participation. Dimity shares the origins of Many Happy Miles and how it has grown over the past six years. Then, hear from current Many Happy Miles members about how the program has positively impacted their lives, including: Jenna Molster & Ellen Harr, two best running friends who met through Many Happy Miles; Kate Barbier, who shares how the strength training baked into Many Happy Miles has complemented her running; and, Amy Davis, who reconnected with running (and even got a PR!) after a challenging four-year break, thanks to the support of Many Happy Miles. Throughout the episode, hear from other MHM members who share their highlights from the year. Feeling inspired to join Many Happy Miles in 2025? Registration is still open—don’t miss out on the chance to be part of this supportive community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 31 December 2024
A perfect episode for folks in search of reminders to feel grateful and to give oneself grace: It’s a conversation with three co-hosts—Liz Waterstraat, Britney Williams, and Molly Williams. They share their personal highs and lows from the year, including an Ironman triathlon, the re-emergence of a strong running habit, and a near-death experience.  On a timely Miles of Books at the end of the episode, Coach Liz brilliantly recaps two books about goals and goal setting. Here’s the promised link to Britney’s podcast. Get your free sticker.   When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!  Download the free Ibotta app using code AMR  to get $5 + start earning cash back Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 27 December 2024
This is the ideal episode for anyone in need of athletic inspiration, empathy, and laughter: It’s a conversation with three co-hosts—Tish Hamilton, Amanda Loudin, and Ellison Weist. The gals recount 2024 highlights, including a marathon, numerous mountains summited, and a new fitness endeavor. And Ellison can always be counted on for book suggestions, including one about human longevity and another about the long life of a house.  When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!  For a coveted entry as part of a dream race-cation, go to TCSSydneyMarathon.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 20 December 2024
Join co-hosts Dimity McDowell and Sarah WF for a special episode as they look back on the incredible accomplishments within the Train Like a Mother community in 2024. From half-marathons to ultra-marathons, hiking challenges to marathons, these women have set big goals and crushed them. In this episode, we chat with four inspiring women: Dana Parisi, who rocked her Richmond Half-Marathon after training with the Better Together program. Amanda Ryan Fear, who flew across the country to take on the Mammoth March 20-mile hike with Hike Like a Mother. Courtney Kampf, who completed the grueling 50K Green Monster Trail Ultra with her dog, Theodore by training with AMR’s Ultra + Trail program. Maggie Rohlfing, who tackled her first marathon, the Crossroads Marathon, with the Heart + Sole program. Along the way, you’ll hear personal highlights from our Train Like a Mother coaches, sharing what made 2024 so special. Ready for a full year of workouts, community, and support? Join us in Many Happy Miles in 2025. Grab your limited-time “I Run Things” sticker here. Follow us on Instagram @anothermotherrunner for more inspiration and updates. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! Get 20% off, plus free shipping, on all IQBar products by texting AMR to 64-000 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 17 December 2024
Armchair travelers and adventurous runners alike will enjoy this episode: The guest is travel writer and mother runner Allison Torres Burtka. Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Molly Williams, Allison shares: -details on running + hiking in Alaska, Sri Lanka, the Alps, + more; -why exploring somewhere on foot is so rewarding; -the transformative power of a BIPOC running retreat; and, -advice for finding running routes in new-to-you places.  Before the guest joins at about 10:27, Molly shares some quasi-gruesome tales of the survival course she’s taking! Get your free sticker here.  When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!  For the chance at a coveted spot in 2025,  go to TCSSydneyMarathon.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 13 December 2024
This episode is ideal for anyone looking for holiday gift suggestions for runners, prompted by a question from Nicole, as well as folks struggling to formulate a weight-room workout, like Sarah. Also, anyone with an irregular work schedule, like Jen, will appreciate Dimity’s insightful training advice. Doing a downhill race in 2025, like Whitney? Coach Dimity has loads of practical advice—and Sarah reads a short, sassy essay about going downhill.  The duo turns to questions at about 7:11. Call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771) to record your question. Here are the giftguides mentioned, as well as our discounts page and Many Happy Miles.   When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!  For the chance at a coveted spot in 2025, go to TCSSydneyMarathon.com   Train smart: Get $200 off your Tonal purchase with promo code AMR at Tonal.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 10 December 2024
This enlightening episode is required listening for any and all runners, whether healthy or injured! The guest is Erin Ayala, Ph.D., a sport psychologist and certified mental performance consultant. Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Coach Liz Waterstraat, Dr. Ayala talks about: -personality traits that can precipitate injury (!); -common mistakes she sees with injured athletes; -ways to find an empathetic physical therapist; -an intriguing activity to help during injury downtime; -revamped goals + little wins for injured athletes.  Before the guest joins at around 10:23, the hosting duo re-hashes Thanksgiving dinner. Get your free sticker here, and join Joy to the Run (it’s free, too!).  When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!  Save 15% on any full-price purchase w/ code TOPOAMR2024 at topoathletic.com  Download the free Ibotta app using code AMR to get $5 + start earning cash back  Enjoy secure access: Get an extra 3 months free at ExpressVPN.com/AMR  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 6 December 2024
Looking for inspiration to push past your own boundaries—whether in running or life? In this episode, Dimity and Sarah WF sit down with Jenny Hoffman, a mother of three, Harvard physics professor, and three-time national ultrarunning champion. Jenny shares about her recent accomplishments, including the story behind setting a Guinness World Record for running across the U.S. In this episode, the trio discusses: How Jenny got her start in running; Her childhood dream of crossing the country on foot and how she made it a reality; The challenges she faced during her record-breaking journey; The mental and physical strategies she used on the road; Balancing motherhood, career, running...and more! You won’t want to miss this inspiring conversation! Get ready to kick off the new year with Joy to the Run! This 2024 virtual training program is your chance to embrace the joy of movement, set new goals, and celebrate every step of your journey. Sign up today and make 2024 your most joyful year yet! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 3 December 2024
Anyone who’s ever worried about being “swept” during a race or fretted about having to go #2 during a race—both concerns of Amanda—will appreciate the guidance and assurance offered by the hosting duo. And folks, like Christine, who wonder how slow-can-you-go between speed intervals will be pleased to hear Coach Dimity’s answer. Before the Q&As, Sarah details some recent delightful away-from-home workouts. Please record your question by calling 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771). Jump into Joy to the Run (it’s free!), and get your free sticker here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 26 November 2024
Avid readers, as well as casual ones, will enjoy this annual episode, in which the hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Ellison Weist chat about a 14 newly released books they’ve read and (mostly) recommend. The literary talk starts around BARRY INSERT TIME HERE, after Ellison shares about her recent move.  Here are the 14 books the hosts discuss: Blue Sisters: Coco Mellors The Most: Jessica Anthony Here One Moment: Liane Moriarty Death at the Sign of the Rook: Kate Atkinson Colored Television: Danzy Senna Tell Me Everything: Elizabeth Strout Creation Lake: Rachel Kushner. Our Evenings: Alan Hollinghurst The Wildes: Louis Bayard The Sequel: Jean Hanff Korelitz (P.S. SBS is enjoying its snarky tone!) Devil at His Elbow: Valerie Bauerlein Kingmaker: Sonia Purnell Bone of the Bone: Sarah Smarsh Paris in Ruins: Sebastian Smee  Get your free sticker here.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 22 November 2024
If you're gearing up for a race or you may have one on the schedule soon, this episode is for you! Co-hosts Dimity and Sarah WF chat LIVE from the Richmond Marathon expo with Train Like a Mother Coaches Jessica Hofheimer and Amy Skorich. They share tips and motivation to help you ace your race day, including: How to have your best race, no matter your goal; Setting realistic expectations and embracing the journey; Staying present during the race, not just focusing on PRs; Pacing and fueling strategies; Mental tactics for overcoming tough moments, and more! Stay tuned until the end for audience questions and advice! When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! A heartfelt gift for all: Save $10 on your 1st purchase at StoryWorth.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 19 November 2024
Whatever your dream race, you will gain so much insight and wisdom from this candid conversation with Coach Liz Waterstraat about her recent Ironman triathlon. With host Sarah Bowen Shea, Coach Liz shares: -why she jumped back into an Ironman race after 9 years away; -the building blocks + systems of her success; -how + why curiosity fueled her training + race; -her novel approach to race day; and, -how an Ironman is like your wedding day!  Before the convo shifts to the IM at about 8:01, Sarah talks about her banner #foundchange find. Get your free sticker here.  When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!  Train smart: Get $200 off your Tonal purchase with promo code AMR at Tonal.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 15 November 2024
If you’re chuffed by chafing like Carolyn, you’ll appreciate the solutions from the hosting duo, including this medical adhesive bandage Sarah suggests. Newer moms eager to run with a stroller will welcome the tips given to Eri, and gals at any stage of life will benefit from ideas on how to make running more social.  Before the Q&As, the gals share AMR’s in-person 2025 plans, and Dimity reveals the potential new title of her book. Please record your question by calling 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771). Get your free sticker here.   When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!  Get free 4-pack of Pro S1 balls with $50+ purchase w/ code AMRBUNDLE at Selkirk.com  Enjoy secure access: Get an extra 3 months free at ExpressVPN.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 12 November 2024
Anyone curious, confused, or overwhelmed by nutritional supplements will welcome this clear-eyed episode with guest Jennifer Giles, MS, RDN, a sports dietitian/nutritionist and mother runner. Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Tish Hamilton, Jenn details: -how to find reputable supplements that contain what they claim; -the importance of changing supplement protocol during perimenopause; -the downlow on types of magnesium + when to use them; -which version of probiotic strains to opt for; and, -the benefits of creatine, collagen, caffeine, turmeric, + more.  Before the guest jumps on at about 9:51, Tish talks about her upcoming marathon (!), and Sarah shares about heading to see her son in Jesus Christ Superstar. Get your free sticker here.   When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!  Save 15% on any full-price purchase w/ code TOPOAMR2024 at topoathletic.com  Download the free Ibotta app to start earning cash back, and use code AMR  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 8 November 2024
This week, the co-hosts dive into the tough reality of traumatic injuries in running, and the emotional and physical hurdles that come with being sidelined. Listen as two members of the Another Mother Runner community share their stories behind the injuries and how they’re healing. First, Coach Jenn Harrison—a triathlete and AMR Heart + Sole and Triathlon coach—recounts how she tore her hamstring during a trail run, which required surgery and a long recovery. Jenn shares the intense moments of her rescue, her surgery, and the resilience she’s cultivating to stay positive through healing. Next, BAMRbassador Lorinda Donaldson shares how she’s healing (and managing!) after a fall from her bike left her with fractures resulting in limited use of both arms—and an uncertain timeline for returning to running. Tune in for powerful lessons in strength, perspective, and hope for anyone overcoming setbacks. Grab your free, limited-time I Run Things sticker here. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!  Insoles for all your active pursuits: Use code AMR15 for 15% discount at Currex.com  Let the gratitude flow: Visit BetterHelp.com/amr for 10% off your first month Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 5 November 2024
Whether you’re a 50+ runner or simply curious about how your body and fitness might change with age, you’ll gain a lot by listening to this episode. The guest is Caolan MacMahon, a running coach and author of a new called Running Past 50. With hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Amanda Loudin, Caolan discusses: -how we age in regard to activity; -which 50+ runners can still get faster; -the importance of tuning into what matters most to you; -how to banish “creakiness”; and, -how—and why—to be smarter and tougher runners.  In the intro, Sarah tells about her recent adventures at Rancho La Puerta; the guest joins at about 9:04. Get your free sticker here.  When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! For $25 off your first order, use code AMR25 at GOSleeves.com  Get free 4-pack of Pro S1 balls with $50+ purchase w/ code AMRBUNDLE at Selkirk.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 1 November 2024
This episode is an intriguing listen to any runner or triathlete: Hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Molly Williams talk with three pairs of friends who support each other in races as “running sherpas.” Find out what that term means, along with: -the strength + help provided by these friends; -the power of psychic bonds; -how having a sherpa off-loads decision-fatigue; -the importance of giving tough-love mid-race; and, -how a phone call changed a marathon finish-time!  Before the first racer-sherpa duo joins at about 11:27, the hosts make timely confessions. In Miles of Books at the end of the episode, Coach Liz does a deep dive into a book about confidence. (Here’s the Miles of Books book group on Facebook.) Shop for cute new merch! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 25 October 2024
In this episode, co-hosts Dimity and Sarah WF welcome Louise Butcher, also known as the Topless Runner, a mother of two, a breast cancer survivor, and a trailblazing advocate for body positivity. In this inspiring chat, the hosts cover a gamut of topics with Louise, including: Going viral for running races, including the 2024 London Marathon, without a shirt following her double mastectomy; Her mission to normalize mastectomy and to challenge the stigma around it; Her decision to run topless and promoting body acceptance; The reactions she gets while running topless…and more! When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! Make the most of every rep: Get $200 off your Tonal purchase with code AMR at tonal.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 22 October 2024
Anyone looking to get into the head of a half-marathon runner will enjoy this revealing episode, in which co-host Tish Hamilton turns the tables on host Sarah Bowen Shea to ask her all about her Portland Half Marathon experience. Sarah shares: -why she ran by feel instead of data; -whether she hit her time goal; -tales of seeing friends and, surprisingly, family along the course; -which miles were the toughest for her; and, -the Herculean effect of a GU Energy Gel!  Before talk turns to Sarah’s race at about 6:17, Tish tells about a special run in Central Park.  When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! Save 15% on any full-price purchase w/ code TOPOAMR2024 at topoathletic.com  Get free 4-pack of Pro S1 balls with $50+ purchase w/ code AMRBUNDLE at Selkirk.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 18 October 2024
Folks with no race on the horizon, like Cortney, will appreciate the guidance Dimity and Sarah give on planning workouts for the week. Rebecca and anyone else coming off a long layoff from running will benefit from Dimity’s advice and Sarah’s insight about finding speed again. And anyone who lives in hilly environs, like Honi, will be intrigued by the answer to her question as to whether hills count as strength work.  Dimity opens up about why she is taking a break from her GPS before the duo turns to answering questions at about 9:38. Crafty, entrepreneurial gals: Here’s Google Form Dimity referred to. Please record your question by calling 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 15 October 2024
Folks with no race on the horizon, like Cortney, will appreciate the guidance Dimity and Sarah give on planning workouts for the week. Rebecca and anyone else coming off a long layoff from running will benefit from Dimity’s advice and Sarah’s insight about finding speed again. And anyone who lives in hilly environs, like Honi, will be intrigued by the answer to her question as to whether hills count as strength work.  Dimity opens up about why she is taking a break from her GPS before the duo turns to answering questions at about 9:38. Crafty, entrepreneurial gals: Here’s Google Form Dimity referred to. Please record your question by calling 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 15 October 2024
Runners bothered by pre-race jitters and/or everyday anxiety will appreciate the insight and advice offered in this episode. The guest is Lennie Waite, Ph.D., a Houston-based sport psychology consultant, Olympic steeplechase athlete, and mother runner. Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Britany Williams, the trio talks about: -looking at your goals through a more positive lens; -embracing, rather than simply managing, race-day anxiety; -the power of leaning into doubt + pain; -how (+ why) to stop the joy-sucking comparison game; and, -getting your “ugly face” on!  In the intro chitchat, the hosts swap stories about their heavy sweating, including how it makes Britany feel empowered! The guest joins at about 14:22. Shop for our badass Tifosi sunglasses here.  When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support.  Insoles for all your active pursuits: Use code AMR15 for 15% discount at Currex.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 11 October 2024
In this episode, the hosts welcome Melissa Stockwell, a mother runner, military veteran, and four-time Paralympian. Melissa shares her incredible journey, from joining the military to taking up triathlon after losing a limb in combat. In the show, you’ll hear about: The events of 2004 that changed Melissa’s life and how she found her way into adaptive sports; Melissa’s multiple trips to the Paralympics and serving as Team USA’s flag bearer; Her thoughts on the growing visibility of the Paralympics and her experience in Paris compared to previous Games; and, Melissa’s role as an advocate for adaptive sports, and more. Curious about our Hike Like a Mother: Arizona trip? Click here to learn more. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! Make the most of every rep: Get $200 off your Tonal purchase with code AMR at tonal.com Get $5: Download the free Ibotta app + use code AMR when you register. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 8 October 2024
Whether you dream of running Boston—or (definitely!) not—you’ll be intrigued by this episode. The guests are three “regular” runners who have to recalculate their quests to qualify for the Boston Marathon because the qualifying times just got made five minutes faster for every age group under 60. Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Amanda Loudin (both multi-time Boston Marathon veterans), the guests discuss: -whether they’ll continue their BQ pursuits; -their strategies to shave additional time off their marathons; -why one guest is pleased BQ standards were tightened; -the thrill of chasing big goals; and, -why one of them just wants to be able to say she BQ’d!  Before the first guest jumps on at about 13:37, Sarah tells of an audiobook that made a recent 12-mile run fly by. Please subscribe to the 3x/week Another Mother Runner newsletter.  When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!  For $25 off your first order of any sleeves, use code AMR25 at GOsleeves.com Banish funk + odor: Get 20% off w/ code AMR20 at SweatXsport.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 4 October 2024
Folks with upcoming races will appreciate all the suggestions for curating the perfect playlist, prompted by a question from Sarah. The hosts offer helpful advice about staying engaged during challenging runs and races, in response to Nicole’s query. Then they provide counsel to Nicole again, about the timing of pre-run warm-up drills.  Before the Q+As, which start at about 3:36, Dimity shares details about the new fitness classes she’s teaching. Please record your question by calling 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771).   When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support.  Insoles for all your active pursuits: Use code AMR15 for 15% discount at Currex.com Get free 4-pack of Pro S1 balls with $50+ purchase w/ code AMRBUNDLE at Selkirk.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 1 October 2024
Anyone who loves good food will enjoy this lively conversation with Jenny Rosenstrach, the author of numerous cookbooks including the just-published The Weekday Vegetarians Get Simple and a mother runner. With hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Tish Hamilton, Jenny details: -why she morphed to being a late-afternoon runner; -how to significantly dial back a dependence on meat; -various ways to get flavor + umami without animal products; -satisfying vegetarian protein options; and, -the “fairy dust” you should be adding to every salad!  Before Jenny joins at about 15:18, the hosts, who are both training for races, share their playlist strategies. In Miles of Books at the end of the episode, Coach Liz discusses two books about excellence. Please subscribe to the 3x/week Another Mother Runner newsletter.  When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!  Get $20 off 1st purchase of $35+ AND a 10% lifetime discount at fuelgoods.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 27 September 2024
Want to build strength for life? In this episode, we’re joined by Erin Carson, strength coach to elite endurance athletes, including Ironman World Champions and Olympic medalists. Erin shares advice on building strength, staying mobile, and making the most of your gym time—whether you're a seasoned athlete or just starting out. Hosts Dimity and Sarah WF chat with Erin about: The impact of muscle loss as we age; Why strength training is crucial, especially for women; How to incorporate strength and mobility work into your busy life; Tips for getting started with weights and maximizing your time in the gym, and more. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! Get 20% off, plus free shipping, on all IQBar products by texting AMR to 64-000 Make the most of every rep: Get $200 off your Tonal purchase with code AMR at tonal.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 24 September 2024
All women runners owe it to themselves to listen to this enlightening episode! The guest is Dr. Amy Divaraniya, a biomedical scientist who led a team conducting groundbreaking research in the field of hormone monitoring—and a mother runner training for her first marathon. With hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Amanda Loudin, the guest talks about: -the importance of understanding your menstrual cycle; -planning workouts based on phases of your cycle; -natural ways to reduce cortisol; and, -how the guest is cycle-synching her workouts for NYC marathon. Before the guest joins at about 6:49, the hosts talk about their respective college sophomores returning to college. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! Use code MVPFUEL for $20 off 1st purchase of $35+ AND get a 10% lifetime discount at fuelgoods.com/AMR Head south: Use code AMR20 for 20% off registration at KeyWestHalfMarathon.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 21 September 2024
Anyone looking to learn to swim, like Shara, will enjoy this episode, as will back-of-pack marathoners, such as Kate, who is curious about long training runs. (Avid readers having a “mystery moment” will appreciate the details host Sarah provides in response to Kate’s second question.) And heavy sweat-ers like Bridget will find the host duo’s answers, ahem, cool. Before serving up answers at 8:29, Sarah tells tales about the recent Lake Placid retreat. Many Nutritious Miles are served up here. Please record your question by calling 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771). When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support. Insoles for all your active pursuits: Use code AMR15 for 15% discount at Currex.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 17 September 2024
Anyone looking for inspiration to go after an ambitious goal—and folks looking to get over post-achievement blues—will love this episode. Recorded at AMR’s Lake Placid retreat, hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Amanda Loudin talk with four goal-chasers, who discuss: -how to step up to longer triathlons; -thoughts + emotions of closing in on 50-state marathon goal; -pushing a disabled daughter in a wheelchair in a marathon; and, -rebounding to regular workout-life after a lengthy run-streak. In the intro, Amanda reminisces about doing the inaugural Lake Placid Ironman Triathlon. The first guest joins at 8:37. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! See for yourself: Get 20% off Tifosi sunglasses with code AMR2024 at TifosiOptics.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 13 September 2024
If you’re a Peloton devotee or just love a good story of perseverance and passion, we’ve got the guest for you. It’s the incredible Susie Chan, a London-based Peloton instructor who’s also an icon of endurance running and now an author. In this chat, the hosts talk to Susie about: Discovering running in her 30s after leading a less-than-active lifestyle; Conquering the legendary Marathon des Sables more times than any other British woman; Setting a 12-hour treadmill World Record and completing Badwater 135 (said to be the world’s toughest footrace!); Writing her memoir, and more! Check out an excerpt from Susie’s book, Trails and Tribulations: The Running Adventures of Susie Chan on our blog! When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! For $25 off your first order of any sleeves, use code AMR25 at GOsleeves.com Get 20% off, plus free shipping, on all IQBar products by texting AMR to 64-000 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 10 September 2024
Everyone who’s interested in the steps it took to get women runners to where we are today needs to listen to this enlightening episode. Maggie Mertens, author of Better Faster Farther, joins hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Tish Hamilton to talk about: -why the 1928 Summer Olympics were such a watershed event; -period incapacitation: what it is and how it affected inclusion; -how the 1970s running boom democratized the sport; -the mind-boggling reality of 20th-century running gear; and, -the enduring importance of women-centered spaces + races. Before the guest joins at 6:33, Sarah details how her half-marathon training is going. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! Save 15% on any full-price purchase w/ code TOPOAMR2024 at topoathletic.com Insoles for all your active pursuits: Use code AMR15 for 15% discount at Currex.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 6 September 2024
This episode is jam-packed with insight and suggestions, including advice for Lorrainne who is contemplating a trail race yet training on the road. Runners afflicted with plantar fasciitis, like Holly, will appreciate all the been-there, done-that wisdom host Sarah shares on finding relief. And anyone heading to an away-race this fall, like Rhianna, will appreciate the tips from both hosts. Before the Q+A’s start at 6:40, Dimity shares stories about a recent women’s bike ride—and making some new sporty friends! Fall into Fitness here. Please record your question by calling 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771). When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! See for yourself: Get 20% off Tifosi sunglasses with code AMR2024 at TifosiOptics.com Rediscover your curiosity: Visit BetterHelp.com/amr for 10% off your first month. Sports nutrition simplified: Get a 10% lifetime discount at fuelgoods.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 3 September 2024
If you’re like listener Kate Coscarelli, who has a kid taking on cross country this fall—or maybe you ran XC yourself and you’re nostalgic for those crisp days of racing through fallen leaves or freshly cut grass—this episode is for you. The hosts chat about all things XC, in a lively two-part conversation told from dual perspectives: The athlete’s and the coaches’. You’ll hear: * Recent college grad and top distance runner Maddie Mooney shares what athletes need from parents, covering everything from post-practice chats to what to say as you cheer on the course; * How to avoid overstepping as a parent of an athlete; * XC coaches Christy Diller and Sarah Wassner Flynn (who switches from podcast host to guest in this segment!) offer the basics and benefits of the sport, plus coaching strategies, injury prevention, and more. If all of this XC talk gets you inspired for an active autumn, join us for Fall Into Fitness, a six-week program focuses on the three key pieces of complete fitness: cardio, strength, and mobility. We start on September 9 and there’s still time to sign up! When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! See for yourself: Get 20% off Tifosi sunglasses with code AMR2024 at TifosiOptics.com Make the most of every rep: Get $200 off your Tonal purchase with code AMR at tonal.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 27 August 2024
Whether you’re staring down surgery or merely fascinated by inspiring tales of recovery, this is the episode for you. Hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Molly Williams talk with three guests: Kevin Stone, M.D., an orthopaedic surgeon and author of Play Forever: How to Recover from Injury & Thrive, plus two women runners who had hip replacement surgery within the last few years. Listen and learn about: -the relief the runners felt post-surgery; -return-to-running time after joint replacement surgery; -steps to take pre-surgery to improve success; -the importance of shopping for a surgeon; and, -how one guest qualified for Boston Marathon on her new hip! In the intro, co-host Molly shares about her own knee replacement, and tells of a recent backpacking excursion. Dr. Stone joins the conversation at 6:33. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! Sports nutrition simplified: Get a 10% lifetime discount at fuelgoods.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 23 August 2024
Definitely listen to this episode if you’ve ever debated how often you should stand on a starting line, like Emily. Morning exercisers, like Christina, will be shown the wisdom of eating pre-workout, while folks like Elizabeth will learn ways to create more structure and consistency in their fitness regime. Take a cold plunge with Dimity before diving into the answers at 6:22. Here’s where to Fall into Fitness. Please record your question by calling 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 20 August 2024
Calling all athletes: Listen to this episode, especially if you’re training for a race! With co-hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Coach Liz Waterstraat, the guest, Erin Ayala, Ph.D., a sport psychologist and endurance athlete, talks about pushing through burnout and reframing negative self-talk. The trio talk about: -how to become friends with your inner critic; -creating your own mental toolkit; -using humor or sarcasm to tame mental monkeys; -the importance of staying in the moment during a race; and, -the three key ingredients in motivation + self-compassion. Before the guest joins at about 7:52, Liz talks about the start of another school year, and Sarah shares a little (tempo-run) win. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support. Insoles for all your active pursuits: Use code AMR15 for 15% discount at Currex.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Transcribed - Published: 16 August 2024
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