Another Mother Runner

Sarah and Molly chat with three mother runners about their approaches to running (and triathlon-ing) after their races were postponed, canceled, or are in limbo waiting for word. The gals hash out:-the comfort—and the conflict—of sticking to a training plan with no finish line in sight;-the welcome motivation an annual mileage goal provides; -race-day alternatives, including creative DIY challenges; and,-the freedom of a flexible workout schedule.In the intro, the best running friends share their what-now intentions in the wake of the Missoula Marathon/Half Marathon cancellation. The first guest-runner joins at 18:12. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your--and their--support! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Getting in line for the Port-a-Potties at every race start, Dimity talks to Dr. Patrick Wilson, PhD, RD, author of the newly released book The Athlete’s Gut: The Inside Science of Digestion, Nutrition and Stomach Distress.Among other things, Patrick explains:—Various common causes of cramps and diarrhea;—The science behind your body burning fats vs. carbs;—The only scientifically proven way to stop side stitches; and—Why mindfulness can help your intestines calm down.Interested in being a potential future Athlete’s Gut research participant? Follow Patrick on Twitter: @SportsRD_PhD Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Amanda Loudin talk about what races might be like once they get back up and running. Then, in the second half of the episode, the Missoula Marathon director joins the mother runner duo to talk about the cancellation (sniff, sniff) of that June race, which Sarah has been training for. Sharing knowledge gained through Running USA, Amanda details: alternatives and modifications to future race expos; the “minefield” of a race corral in the age of coronavirus; how masks and carry-with-you collapsible cups will become new marketing platforms; having to “make do with less” when it comes to race volunteers; and, how “it’s going to take a lot of ingenuity to figure out a way forward.” In the intro chitchat, Sarah offers viewing recommendations, including Hulu’s Mrs. America and Never Have I Ever on Netflix. The guest joins the show at 13:30.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your--and their--support! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dimity and Sarah share:-recommendations for at-home strength-training equipment for Kate in Yakima, Washington;-guidance to Chicagoan Devon about mixing CrossFit with marathon training;-suggestions for Jana in Waco, Texas, who’s looking to achieve a sub-2:00 half-marathon; and,-vegetarian dinner options for Christina on Long Island, New York, to eat the night before a long run. Here’s the Nutrition for Running: Half Marathon + Marathon program (just $20!) Dimity suggests. Also, learn how Sarah the Optimist’s marathon training is going, plus Dimity’s sports-related news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Maggie talk all about sports bras with Laura Tempesta, a renowned bra consultant and founder of the website/advocacy group Bravolution. Bra-avenger Laura details: why it’s crucial to know what “sister sizing” is before you bra shop; care and washing protocol for getting the most miles out of a sports bra; the key steps to finding your ideal sports bra; and, ways to sidestep chafing. To find support that won’t let you down, download this guide compiled by Laura. After talking about marathon training, cooking, and baking, Sarah and Maggie welcome the guest at 16:32.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your--and their--support! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dimity talks to two women who each recently ran 50K on their own because of COVID-19: Kelli Anderson, a stay-at-home mom of two in Whitehorse in the Yukon Territory, and Lora Morgan, a veterinarian and stepmother of one in Jackson, Georgia.Tune in to learn:—How Lora got through the miles going back and forth on her long, dirt-road driveway;—Why Kelli set up her aid station in the garage, not in her house;—The helpful beauty of doing the exact same lap again and again;—And how both of them got through the rough spots of a long, long day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Dimity jump into a conversation with Bonnie Tsui, an avid swimmer and surfer and author of a new book entitled Why We Swim. The water-loving trio talks about:-the brain-wave-changing effects of swimming;-advice for adults who want to learn to swim or be comfortable around water;-practical breathing tips;-the ins-and-outs of Masters swimming; and,-the pure joy of swimming!Funny cake tales from the duo in the intro chitchat; the guest hops in at 17:01.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your--and their--support!Let Cook Smarts plan your dinners: Get 20% off with code AMR20 at cooksmarts.com/amrMake learning about STEAM fun: Go to kiwico.com/amr and get your first month FREE!Take your running to the next level with BeetElite: Get 20% off your first purchase at livehuman.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Dimity reveal:-how building a wide endurance base will allow Suzanne in Calgary to hit her race pace;-other options for Olga in Washington State for dealing with plantar fasciitis; and,-avenues Catherine in Durango, Colorado, can follow to become a certified running coach.In the intro, the hosts rejoice in the “different zing” cycling provides compared to running. (Heresy, we know!)Call 470-BADASS1 to record a question you want answered. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Katie talk with Cory Nyamora, a clinical psychologist and a triathlon/running coach, about running-related conflicts that can arise in relationships. Responding to real-life questions posted on the AMR Facebook page, Cory discusses: the importance of partners having space and time to pursue passions; how to get a partner to take an interest in your running; equality in a relationship; and, how open, frequent communication can solve myriad issues. In the introduction, Katie shares her exercise streak, and the two hosts detail how running blends with their respective relationships. (Twice-married Sarah gets to compare and contrast!) The guest joins the show at 17:06. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Helping you lean into—not curse—April’s showers, Dimity chats with Sarah, a proud Pacific Northwester, about how to embrace the wet—and refreshing—runs in the rain. The duo cover:· Best attire to keep you comfortable;· How to minimize chafe + phone damage;· How to mentally embrace—and enjoy—the challenge;· And why a rainy day trumps a hot or windy day for running. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Amanda talk all things trail running with Sarah Lavender Smith, a running coach and author of The Trail Runner’s Companion. A veteran of 93 (!) marathons and ultras, Sarah shares: her personal transformation from smoker to accomplished ultramarathoner; the importance of optimism and adaptability when hitting the trail; safety-related scenarios to be prepared for (hint: it’s not “wild animals and creepy people”); her favorite pre-run warm-up exercises; and, an eye-opening way of looking at “walking” mid-run. The intro chitchat runs the gamut, including Sarah talking about her continued Missoula Marathon training. The Other Sarah joins the show at 15:07.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your--and their--support! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dimity and Sarah suggest:-to Phoebe in New Hampshire ways to protect her lady-bits while cycling;-the go-hard, go-easy rhythm of durable, year-long training for Lisa in Shoreview, Minnesota; -training for non-traditional distance races for Liz in Mystic, Connecticut; and,-how Pilates can be a game-changer for the ailing back of Jamie in Oak Park, Illinois.Here’s the book Dimity recommends to Jamie and other back-pain sufferers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As part of AMR’s “Routines” series, Sarah and Maggie check in with four mother runners about their new normal, daily life, and workouts while sheltering in place. Visit them vicariously, and learn: how meditation is helping ease Nicole’s anxiety; how Kelyn is getting creative combining workouts with homeschooling; what Erin is doing with the time she’s gained by losing her commute; why Kary believes V-ups are “the devil’s child,” and; each mom’s unprompted silver lining. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah had a virtual sit-down with Tim and Jessica Murphy, the founders of BibRave and fellow Portland residents, to talk about coping during this crisis. They touch on all sorts of topics, including what Sarah’s reading and watching. This conversation is part of a YouTube series, and the trio answers questions pinged in by viewers. Save 20% off any WIN detergents on Amazon using code AMRGOWIN. Limit one redemption per customer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Tish compare self-isolating (and educational!) notes from the two coasts, then are joined by a guest half a world away, Beatie Deutsch, the Israeli marathon and half-marathon champion and a mother of five young children. Beatie shares:-how she morphed from non-runner to national champion in just four years (!!);-what dressing modestly (complete with below-the-knee skirt + head scarf) means to her;-what a typical marathon training week includes;-social media advice to ensure you don’t “compete or compare” with others; and,-how she’s coping with an inability to run due to injury + newly imposed government restrictions.Beatie joins the conversation at 14:24. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a Thursday morning in early March, Meghan Vanasek, a mother of four in Durham, NC, got news that the Tobacco Road Marathon, her first 26.2, was cancelled because of the COVID-19 situation. On Saturday morning, Meghan ran her own marathon. Dimity chats with Meghan about:· The conflicting emotions she had when her race was canceled;· The alternatives she considered before plotting her own race;· How she set up her route and aid stations;· What helped her get through the tough miles;· And why this race, “was not at all what [she] envisioned, but in some ways, was better.”Save 20% off all WIN Sports Detergent Products on Amazon with code AMRGOWINCheck out the Train Like a Mother 26.2: Go the Distance Program, the one Meghan used. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and co-host Tish Hamilton enjoy a quick catch-up, and Tish tells the tale of her spring break PR. (Psst: It involves location, not time!) Alex Hutchinson, author of the newly released ENDURE: Mind, Body, and the Curiously Elastic Limits of Human Performance, joins the conversation to talk about mental endurance and the power of the mind. In calming tones, Alex explains limits are negotiable and the importance of getting out of your own way. From “the base of the mountain,” he talks about how to become aware of the internal monologue you have with yourself on a run—and how to reframe that “conversation” to enhance self-belief. Nod along as Alex discusses the “deeply worn grooves in your mind.” Validation that the mere perception of mental fatigue (sigh) can affect a run leads to an intriguing pre-race suggestion. Sarah and Alex discuss the timing of when to work out, with Alex offering a practical point sure to resonate with mother runners. He offers many bits of running advice that apply for everyday life, including singing the praises of running with someone. Nuun-drinking game: Chug every time any of the trio says, “South Africa.”Alex Hutchinson comes on board at 10:12. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Dimity talk with psychologist Dr. Justin Ross, whose Denver-based practice is called MindBodyHealth. The trio discuss:-dealing with anxiety during this period of uncertainty;-getting over the disappointment of a canceled race;-shifting to a “holding pattern” with running;-the possibility of post-traumatic growth; and,-finding the “why” in your running.The therapeutic part of this podcast starts when Justin joins the convo at 09:34; until then, the AMR founding duo discuss…golf! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Coach Amanda Loudin catch up with three BAMRbassadors, all veterans of numerous marathons and several ultras, who share their best practices before, during, and after long training runs. Revelations include:-pre-run meals and treats (including a protein mug-cake!);-the best night-before prep;-the smartest running gear investment one of them ever made;-clever on-the-run hydration and nutrition tactics; and,-ways to deal with mid-run rough patches (one option might surprise you!). Sarah shares details about her WMNRUN quarter-marathon race (spoiler alert: it just might involve an age-group medal!) in the introduction; the first BAMRbassador runs on at 13:49. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Dimity offer up:-motivational tips for injured Ashley in Bad Axe, Michigan;-skip-the-marathon advice to pregnant San Diegan Courtney;-insight into weekly mileage load in hopes Virginian Kathleen can sidestep injury; and,-massage recommendations to Becca in Greenville, South Carolina.Here’s link to the Injured #BAMR Facebook page the duo recommends for Ashley.Call 470-BADASS1 to record a question you want answered.Save 20% off any WIN detergents on Amazon using code AMRGOWIN. Limit one redemption per customer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Dimity take a (conversational) walk down memory lane with six mother runners to reminisce about AMR's 10 years of helping women runners strive for—and reach—their goals.Recorded in front of the Hilton Head Island Retreat attendees, this episode is full of rowdy laughs and get-you-moving inspiration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dimity chats with Dr. Ellie Sommers, a USATF Level 1 Certified Run coach, a USA Weightlifting Level 1 Certified Weightlifting Coach, and owner of SISU Sports Performance and Physical Therapy in Seattle about:· If runners truly need to strength train for performance (it’s not the answer you expect!);· Why it’s especially important for women to lift weights;· How varied strength training fits with the race training cycle;· What her favorite moves for female runners are;· And why you should challenge yourself in the gym. “Pick something heavier than you usually do,” she says, “You might surprise yourself.Save 20% off all WIN Sports Detergent Products on Amazon with code AMRGOWIN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Katie gab with Charlie Watson (aka “The Runner Beans”), a British dietitian, marathoner, and author of a new aimed-at-runners cookbook, COOK EAT RUN. In her lovely British accent, Charlie details:-ways to streamline healthy eating;-how she developed 20-minute meals while bring a nanny of three kids;-smart snack choices; and,-a few of her favorite recipes (yum!).The duo becomes a trio at 14:19. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your--and their--support!Get a jumpstart on getting in the mood: Enjoy a 30-day free trial when you go to DipseaStories.com/AMRTake your running to the next level with BeetElite: Get 20% off your first purchase at livehuman.com/amrMake learning about STEAM fun: Go to kiwico.com/amr and get your first month FREE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dimity and Sarah counsel:-Kathleen from Florida Panhandle on mixing tune-up races into marathon training;-Renée in Naperville, Illinois, about transitioning to zero-drop shoes;-Shelby in Jupiter, Florida, in regards to planning for long-term goals while juggling short-term ones.And the duo discusses the crucial theory of “good enough.”Call 470-BADASS1 to record a question you want answered.Save 20% off any WIN detergents on Amazon using code AMRGOWIN. Limit one redemption per customer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As part of Heart Month, Sarah and Ellison pull up chairs with two in-studio mother runners who have each had heart surgery. (Both named Sarah!) Marvel as:-Sarah Foster recounts running the Grand Canyon rim-to-rim-to-rim eight months after getting a pacemaker for a cardiac arrhythmia;-Sarah Phelan tells how she qualified for and ran the 2014 Boston Marathon after having open-heart surgery to fix an aneurysm;-both women detail how much more perseverance they have post-surgery; and,-both women highlight the importance of paying attention to symptoms.Sarah and Ellison talk books (natch!), including The Awakening by Kate Chopin and Long Bright River by Liz Moore, before the first Sarah-guest joins at 9:42.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your--and their--support!Go to ThirdLove.com/amr to find your perfect-fitting bra—and get 15% off your first purchase!Post your job today at Indeed.com/amr and get a free sponsored job upgrade on your first posting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ashley Paulson, a mom of four and former pro triathlete, will be running in the Olympic Marathon Trials in Atlanta, Georgia, on February 29.Listen to hear:· how she almost missed her qualifying time—and squeaked in by 10 seconds;· her mantra for her qualifying marathon (file under: #goodenough);· the treadmill workout she thrashes (hint: it involves 70 reps); and,· how she’s approaching the most competitive marathon of her career.Wish Ashley Paulson a great race on Instagram: @ashkicknSave 20% off all WIN Sports Detergent Products on Amazon with code AMRGOWIN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Maggie kick back with three mother runners—Pace of Me Jessica + two BAMRbassadors—to talk about their love (and sometimes love-hate!) of running. Listen to:-Jessica detail her “newfound sense of capability and possibility” with running after the birth of her third child;-Liz express gratitude toward running for connecting her to her husband;-Lindsey talk candidly about how running helps her overcome the struggles of being a stay-at-home mom; and,-all three share how running helps them pursue their full potential.In the introductory chitchat, Maggie opens up about her recent weight loss, then the hosts reveal why they love running. The first guest hops on at 14:20. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Dimity discuss:-Traction devices for winter-weather running for Jess in Pittsburgh;-Hydration tactics during half-marathon training in response to Minnesotan Cindy;-Mileage prerequisites for Canadian Michelle, who’s about embark on 13.1 training; and,-The benefits of turmeric and tart cherry juice to Becky of Mount Pleasant, Mich. Call 470-BADASS1 to record a question you want answered. Save 20% off any WIN detergents on Amazon using code AMRGOWIN. Limit one redemption per customer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Molly have an intimate conversation with Lia Jiannine, a researcher who studies sexual function and fitness who’s also a strength and conditioning coach. In this some-might-consider-it-NC-17 episode, the trio discusses:-the impact running and strength training have on sex lives;-the effects of stress on sexual desire;-foods and supplements that might get you more in the mood;-why you might want to swap a run for a weight-room session; and,-so.much.more.In the intro, Molly and Sarah reveal their 2019 #foundchange totals, and Molly shares a (skull) crushing story. The episode turns to sex when the expert joins at 14:33. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Dimity McDowell talks with Julie Masson, a Kansas City mother of three who took on her first marathon after only a year of running. Listen to learn:· How her GPS misled her on race day;· How she realized her hydration needed a tune-up;· How her phone factored into a TMI incident; and, · How she’ll never look at a finisher’s medal the same way again.Find the right Train Like a Mother Club Marathon Training [https://trainlikeamother.club/marathon-training-programs/] program for you.Save 20% off all WIN Sports Detergent Products on Amazon with code AMRGOWIN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah is joined by podcast producer Alex Ward to replay favorite moments from the last 100 episodes, along with some behind-the-scenes details. Hear:-Shalane Flanagan recount the final 10K of her winning 2017 New York City Marathon;-Meb Keflezighi remember the final miles of his winning 2014 Boston Marathon;-sports psychologist Dr. Justin Ross (and Alex!) talk about athletic happy places;-Kara Goucher talk about how vulnerability can be a strength; and,-several TMI experiences, including the greatest overshare ever on the show!When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your--and their--support!Go to ThirdLove.com/amr to find your perfect-fitting bra—and get 15% off your first purchase!Make learning about STEAM fun: Go to kiwico.com/amr and get your first month FREE!Post your job today at Indeed.com/amr and get a free sponsored job upgrade on your first posting. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dimity and Sarah counsel:-Nicole from Shippensburg, Penn., on the rationale of heart rate training;-Wyomingite Lexi about staying motivated through marathon training;-Beth in northern Virginia about being well prepared for debut marathon training; and,-Cassandra of Long Island, N.Y., on the rules of the road, especially with a stroller.Here’s the heart-rate chest strap Coach Dimity recommends. Call 470-BADASS1 to record a question you want answered.Your clothes need a detergent as active as you are: WIN Sports Detergent removes sweat, oils, bacteria, and salts from workout wear. Save 20% off any WIN products on Amazon using code AMRGOWIN. Limit one redemption per customer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and new, occasional co-host Katie Sznewajs cozy up to four mother runners to hear about how they move from feet-hit-the-floor to out-the-door. Learn:-how Leah took control of her mornings implementing the business practice of kaizen;-how Kristjana’s routine has changed as her three sons have aged;-why Nicole needs at least an hour to get moving;-glute activation drills from 2x Olympic Marathon Trials qualifier + coach Magdalena; and,-how to make your mornings as fail-proof and streamlined as possible.Nuun drinking game: Chug every time someone drops the word “poop!”Remember to submit a Voice Memo to be included in our Valentine’s Day episode, please, telling us why you love running. Include your first name, where calling from, and 1-2 sentences about why you love running. Then email the Voice Memo by Feb. 3 to: [email protected]. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your--and their--support!To try Magic Spoon and grab a variety pack, go to magicspoon.com/MOTHERRUNNER. Use code MOTHERRUNNER for free shipping. Get two leggings for only $24 ($99 value) at Fabletics.com/amr when you sign up for a VIP.Get $7.50 in coupons for tasty shakes and bars when you sign up for the ZonePerfect newsletter at ZonePerfect.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the second episode of AMR Trains, a new podcast under the Another Mother Runner pod umbrella and based on the Train Like a Mother Club.In this podcast that comes out every other Tuesday, we’re going to focus on topics related to training, and our guests will include Train Like a Mother Coaches, a variety of #motherrunners and other engaging experts.Since we are just rounding the halfway mark of January, we wanted to focus on setting—and achieving—seasonal goals.We’re bringing in the big guns to help us out with this: Jennifer Harrison and Elizabeth Waterstraat, two Chicago-area triathlon and running coaches who oversee the Heart + Sole and Triathlon programs in the Train Like a Mother Club.Listen in to find out:· The best guidelines for setting a goal;· Why goals don’t necessarily need to be PR- or time-related;· The single most important thing to helping you achieve your goals (it’s easier than you think!); and· What BHAG (big hairy audacious goal) Coach Liz is aiming for in 2020.Notes:Train Like a Mother Triathlon Programs: Comprehensive programs for Sprint, Olympic, Half Ironman and Ironman distancesTrain Like a Mother Heart + Sole Programs: Learn to Run by Heart Rate, as well as Half Marathon and Marathon programsSave 20% off all WIN Sports Detergent Products on Amazon with code AMRGOWIN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and co-host Tish Hamilton are joined by two women associated with the new book Mighty Moe: The True Story of a Thirteen-Year-Old Women's Running Revolutionary—Rachel Swaby, one of the co-authors, and Maureen “Moe” Mancuso, the book’s subject, who set the women’s marathon world record at age 13 (!) in 1967. The quartet cover:-Mighty Moe’s 3:15 marathon run—and the resulting negative backlash;-marathon legend Kathrine Switzer giving Maureen her due—40 years after the fact;-why Maureen gave up running for decades; and,-the profound impact Maureen’s accomplishment had on women’s running.In the intro, Sarah and Tish talk about "intentionally enjoying" a calmer schedule, and Sarah talks up WMNRUN in hopes of Tish joining BAMRs to run it on March 1. Maureen and Rachel join the show at 15:51.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your--and their--support!To try Magic Spoon and grab a variety pack, go to magicspoon.com/MOTHERRUNNER. Use code MOTHERRUNNER for free shipping.Enjoy two months of Skillshare Premium Membership for free at Skillshare.com/amrGet $7.50 in coupons for tasty shakes and bars when you sign up for the ZonePerfect newsletter at ZonePerfect.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Dimity give guidance to:-Shannon in Germany regarding marathon training on a treadmill;-Minnesotan Pam about winter cross-training while marathon training;-Jen from Unadilla, N.Y., who’s looking to crush a one-day relay race; and,-Washingtonian Erin on avoiding shin splints.Call 470-BADASS1 to record a question you want answered. Sign up here for the Another Mother Runner newsletter.Your clothes need a detergent as active as you are: WIN Sports Detergent removes sweat, oils, bacteria, and salts from workout wear. Save 20% off any WIN products on Amazon using code AMRGOWIN. Limit one redemption per customer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Ellison “Book Bully” Weist get cozy and delve into a discussion of their favorite new—and upcoming—books. The books they recommend and are looking forward to, plus one suggested by producer Alex Ward are:Boom Town: the Fantastical Saga of Oklahoma City by Sam AndersonThe Dutch House by Ann PatchettNothing to See Here by Kevin WilsonSuch a Fun Age by Kiley ReidExhalation: Stories by Ted ChiangOlive, Again by Elizabeth StroutNo Visible Bruises: What We Don’t Know about Domestic Violence Can Kill Us by Rachel Louise SnyderCatch and Kill: Lies, Spies, and a Conspiracy to Protect Predators by Ronan FarrowThe Glass Hotel by Emily St. John MandelAmerican Dirt by Jeanine CumminsThe Testaments by Margaret AtwoodHidden Valley Road: Inside the Mind of an American Family by Robert KolkerRodham by Curtis SittenfeldThe conversation turns from letter-writing to books at 13:21.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your--and their--support!Cheers: Celebrate your 2020 finish lines with a Sufferfest Beer. Check out the goods at SufferfestBeer.comTo buy the audiobook How to Be Successful Without Hurting Men’s Feelings by comedian Sarah Cooper, go to http://bit.ly/mens-feelingsGet two leggings for only $24 ($99 value) at Fabletics.com/amr when you sign up for a VIP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to AMR Trains, a new podcast under the Another Mother Runner pod umbrella and based on the Train Like a Mother Club.In this podcast that comes out every other Tuesday, we’re going to focus on topics related to training: everything from the best cross-training for runners to how to mentally stay in a race to how to optimally nourish your body. Our guests will include Train Like a Mother Coaches, a variety of #motherrunners talking about their athletic feats (because we love vicarious racing and training!) and other engaging experts. Before we dive into fartleks and finish lines, we’re going to tackle a subject that affects our training—and our moods, metabolism and pretty much everything else: Sugar—and how to minimize its effect on us.In this first episode, Dimity talks to dietician Ellie Kempton, MSN, RD, the expert behind Simply Nourished Like a Mother and Metabolic Reset, who helps us back away from the Ben + Jerry’s.Simply Nourished Like a Mother, an 8-week foundational program, runs from January 13 to March 9.Metabolic Reset, a 12-week program focused on weight loss and metabolic makeover, runs from January 13 to April 5.Save 20% off all WIN Sports Detergent Products on Amazon with code AMRGOWIN Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Coach Amanda gab with Kelly McGonigal, Ph.D., a research psychologist and lecturer at Stanford University as well as author of the just-released book The Joy of Movement: How Exercise Helps Us Find Happiness, Hope, Connection, and Courage, about why exercise helps our minds and moods. Dr. McGonigal talks with the duo about:-how to “tend and befriend” stress;-the science of a runner’s high—and the potent benefits of it;-why moving in synchronicity with people is so potent;-why you should become an early bird exerciser, if you’re not already;-how to mentally cope with a sidelining injury; and,-how to bring more joy to your life.Sarah and Amanda talk about their families’ holiday breaks, and the guest joins the show at 14:33.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your--and their--support!Explore treadmill options--and the brilliance of iFit technology—at NordicTrack.comCheers: Celebrate your 2020 finish lines with a Sufferfest Beer. Check out the goods at SufferfestBeer.comGo to ThirdLove.com/amr to find your perfect-fitting bra—and get 15% off your first purchase! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this annual tradition, Sarah talks with each of her co-hosts to reminisce about their 2019 athletic accomplishments and cast ahead to the New Year. Hear:-Dimity detail how (and why) 2020 will be The Year of Grant (her hubby);-Amanda rave about “experiential runs,” including one involving the sunrise in the Alps (!!);-Maggie take Sarah (+ Alex!) on the major tangent, leading to this video;-Adrienne recount her four 2019 half-marathons in her quest to run 13.1 in every state;-Ellison talk candidly about getting right with substituting walking for running; and,-Molly shock Sarah with an admission about running.Loads (loads!) of laughs in this extra-long episode. The Nuun drinking game cue? “Mumford + Sons.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dimity and Sarah suggest to:-Chicagoan Maureen how to spend her year-end bonus;-Pam in Atlanta the beauty of year-end reflections instead of New Year resolutions;-Portlander Barb some retorts when holiday conversations turn to races;-Mary Lou in Gresham, Oregon, favorite gifts for runners.Call 470-BADASS1 to record a question you want answered. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Maggie hit Start on conversations with four treadmill-lovers. The quartet of mother runners share:-how they shifted from loathing to loving treadmill running;-boredom-busters on the ’mill;-their favorite treadmill workouts;-get-fired-up phrases that propel them forward during rough patches; and,-the shows and podcasts they save to watch or listen to exclusively on the treadmill.In the intro, Maggie shares big race news. The first of the four BAMRs join the show at 15:37.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your--and their--support!Explore treadmill options--and the genius of iFit technology—at NordicTrack.comGet a set with all your shave essentials from Flamingo for just $16 (a $22 value!) with free shipping at shopflamingo.com/amrGet $20 off when you subscribe at StoryWorth.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Amanda have a chill conversation with Dr. Joanna Zeiger, a former professional triathlete and founder of Canna Research Group. A leading expert on the topic of cannabis and athletes, Dr. Zeiger:-shares her personal experience with cannabis to manage chronic pain;-demystifies the differences between marijuana and hemp;-details the potential benefits of CBD, plus the myriad ways to take it; and,-shares buying and dosing guidelines.Save 15% off by using code AMR at checkout on naturesgemcbd.com. Sign up here for a chance to win free 500 Mg CBD oil. From 5Ks to ultras, use RaceRaves to find your next race. Go to RaceRaves.comThanks, Bombas. Get 20% off your first purchase by going to bombas.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Dimity give:-Paula from Bellaire, Michigan, advise for tackling a trail 50K;-Duluth-residing Maya strength-building alternatives to running with a tire tied on her back;-Leah in Minnesota advice on training by time versus miles.Call 470-BADASS1 to leave a question you want the duo to answer! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Dimity gab with four gals about how they got in their miles in 2019. They talk about why:-community is key;-strength training is truly make-or-break;-consistent, not perfect, is the goal; and,-feeling accountable, yet not guilty, gets them out the door.Join Many Happy Miles here.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your--and their--support!Get two leggings for only $24 at Fabletics.com/amrGet started today at StitchFix.com/KIDS/AMR to try Stitch Fix with no styling fee and get an extra 25% off when you keep everything in your box!Get $20 off when you subscribe at StoryWorth.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and two Train Like a Mother Club coaches, Amanda Loudin and Liz Waterstraat, circle up to debate the should-you-or-shouldn’t-you aspects of taking on 26.2 in 2020. The trio covers:-the slightly scary, and completely thrilling, reality of undertaking a marathon;-the make-or-break importance of training consistency;-pointers on deciding if you have room in your life for all the miles;-advice on choosing a training plan; and,-the importance of not overfilling your stress bucket.And Sarah makes a big (for her!) 2020 announcement. (Hint: It’ll happen in Missoula, MT.)When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your--and their--support!Take a deep breath: Get 25% off a Calm Premium subscription at Calm.com/amrFind your perfect bra today and get 15% off your first order at thirdlove.com/amrFeel cooler—or warmer: Enjoy $60 off at EMBRWave.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dimity and Sarah offer:-options for spicing up a treadmill workout to Jen from Milwaukee;-Nicole in Sauk Rapids, MN, permission to run by time instead of distance on snowy roads; and,-solutions for “now what?” to Julie from Argyle, WI, who just ran her first marathon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Adrienne chat with three mother runners in pursuit of running a race in every U.S. state. Marvel as:-67-year-old Penny describes the finish-line feeling of completing a second marathon in a single weekend;-Sara details her plans to travel and rack up states after her kids fly the nest;-Lisa tells stories about also running marathons on five continents (so far!);-Lisa shares cost-saving secrets; and-they tell their favorite marathons and half-marathons. (And here’s great guide for finding more!)In the introduction, Adrienne talks about her own 50-state quest, having just run half-marathon #10 in Arizona. The first guest joins the convo at 18:23.Give the gift of Bombas. Get 20% off Nov. 18 to Dec. 5 by going to bombas.com/AMRGet the full effect without the full routine: Here’s Sarah’s current Wander Beauty fave. Save 20% at wanderbeauty.com/amrGet the Flamingo Shave Set for just $16 with free shipping at shopflamingo.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Molly talk about the quintessential mother runner topics—running during pregnancy and postpartum—with Kate Mihevc Edwards, a physical therapist and co-author of the new book Go Ahead: Stop and Pee. Interspersed with empathetic laughter, the trio talks about:-the metric for gauging exertion when running during pregnancy;-stroller-running tips and arm-swing advice for all runners;-how to return to running after pregnancy;-the importance of seeking professional help for postpartum incontinence or leaking; and,-butt- and chest-gripping (it’s not what you think!).In the intro chitchat, learn in which scenario Molly and producer-Alex agree the best plan of action is to, “grab a beer; run like hell!” The guest enters the scene at 14:56.Get 15% off an EverlyWell at-home lab test by going to everlywell.com/AMR and entering promo code AMRGet started today at StitchFix.com/KIDS/AMR to try Stitch Fix with no styling fee and get an extra 25% off when you keep everything in your box! Thanks, Native. Get 20% off your first purchase by going to nativedeodorant.com and entering promo code AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Dimity advise:-Katie from Brandon, Manitoba, Canada, on layering for cold-weather running;-Beth in Eason, MD, on the best way to keep moving forward between intervals;-Claire in the Czech Republic (!) on cadence and a few ways to boost her stride rate;-Amanda from Bucks County, PA, on sodium in GU Gels. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices