Another Mother Runner

Looking for ways to put a spring in your step this spring? This episode is just what you need. Hosts Dimity and Sarah WF bring on three sets of Another Mother Runner coaches in a lively chat about changing things up to bust out of any kind of rut, including considering joining one of the new and exciting training programs we’re offering this spring. The conversation features: Triathlon and cycling queens Jennifer Harrison and Liz Waterstraat, who lead our Race Like a Mother: Sprint Triathlon and Ride Like a Mother programs, on the benefits of mixing things up with multisport and the healthy perks of triathlon and biking; Ultra ace Christy Scott, who shares the beauty of trail running and challenging yourself with something hard (and why you should join her in the Race Like a Mother: Trail Race group!); and the dynamic duo of Jess Hofheimer and Amy Skorich, who will lead our brand-new Better Together half-marathon and marathon programs. Training buddies IRL, they chat about why running is exponentially more fun and fulfilling when shared with friends. Click here to learn more about the training programs we’re offering this spring.If you don’t already, follow our our guests on Instagram:Jennifer Harrison; Jess Hofheimer; Christy Scott; Amy Skorich; Liz WaterstraatWhen you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Pretty is as pretty does: Enjoy 15% off your first order at ThriveCausemetics.com/AMRProtein-rich raw dog food: Get $40 off your first order at MeetMaev.com/AMRLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’ve ever daydreamed about running an ultramarathon—or running for a cause—this is the episode for you. Joining hosts Sarah and Liz is ultrarunner and coach Margaret Spring, who shares: -loads of downhill running advice;-encouragement for runners getting into strength training; -the profound implications of her recent Hashimoto’s diagnosis; -Grand Canyon rim-to-rim training guidance; and,-how she broke her tailbone while making a trailside pitstop! Sarah reveals how a best running friend is now a best pickleball buddy before the guest springs onto the show around 9:55. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Try a Peloton Tread, Row, or Bike risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial. Details at onepeloton.com/home-trialGet 50% off your first DoorDash order up to a $20 value.Use code AMR at checkout.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Need to crunch in workouts in to a busy life, like Mara? In this episode, the Another Mother Runner duo gives a prescription for an ideal weekly balance of running and strength training. Listen to this show if you’ve ever debated doing more than one race in a weekend, like Jayma is, or if you’re like Erica and you wonder when to ditch old workout wear for new. To leave your question, please call 470-BADASS1(470-223-2771), keeping your message to 60 seconds or less. Got a half marathon on your mind? Check out our Heart + Sole: Half Marathon, Level 1 training program. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Stress less, sleep better: Enjoy 40% off a Calm Premium subscription at Calm.com/amr Try a Peloton Tread, Row, or Bike risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial. Details at onepeloton.com/home-trialLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you like to laugh at smart humor, give a listen to this episode featuring Instagram and TikTok running funny gal Laura Green. Hosts Sarah and Molly try to keep up (Molly definitely does!) as Laura shares:-her start in content creation, based partly on post-partum reality;-brands’ reactions to her poking fun at them; -the embarrassment she needs to overcome to film her Reels; -how mom-guilt influences her professional life; and,-the darker side of being so active on social media. Molly gives a knee-replacement update before Laura joins the jolly conversation around 8:30. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! For $25 off your first order, use code AMR25 at GoKinesiologySleeves.com Say yes to pleasure: Enjoy an extended 30-day free trial at Dipseastories.com/amrLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are we built to move? Power couple Kelly and Juliet Starrett say we are, and they spill their take on maintaining movement for life in their new book Built to Move: The Ten Essential Habits to Help You Move Freely and Live Fully. The book, which has been called a “detailed, accessible road map to help you move through life feeling better, stronger, and more confident than you ever imagined,” is hitting the shelves on April 4, and we’re excited to give you a sneak preview. In this episode, Dimity and Sarah WF have a fun chat with Kelly and Juliet, discussing: Juliet’s background in whitewater paddling and how it lead her to meeting Kelly; How we can approach fitness and movement in practical, doable ways that work for even the most time-strapped; Ways we can improve and maintain optimal movement, including nutrition tips, and more. Find out more about the book and Kelly and Juliet at The Ready State. You can also follow Juliet on Instagram here.Got a half marathon on your mind? Check out our Heart + Sole: Half Marathon, Level 1 training program.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!Find quality candidates fast:Visit Indeed.com/amr to start hiring now.Try Peloton risk free with a 30-day home trial. See terms at onepeloton.com/home-trialLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether you’ve had a cancer diagnosis or not, this episode will move and inspire you. Two women runners who fought cancer in 2022 share with Sarah and Liz how they keep moving forward. Revelations include: -the power of a sweat-session after surgery or treatment;-how skills honed through athletics helped them fight cancer; -both guests’ reliance on strength training, especially core work; and,-ways to find and recognize joy. In the intro, Sarah shares a running accomplishment and one of her proudest moments ever. The first cancer survivor joins at about 8:40. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Get a free colored watch band with purchase of any watch. Use code motherrunner at coros.com Get 50% off your first DoorDash order up to a $20 value.Use code AMR at checkout. For stylish + comfy shoes, shop Rothy’s.Get $20 off your first purchase at rothys.com/AMRLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A unique episode in which Sarah and Dimity ask each other questions—and provide answers! Each of the mother runners talk about memorable athletic moments; they share what’s bringing them joy; Dimity divulges how she got her kids to engage in sports; and Sarah reveals her new sporty passion. A fun listen full of laughs!This repeat episode originally aired in November 2021.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Try Peloton risk free with a 30-day home trial. See terms at onepeloton.com/home-trialLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’re looking to make running with your dog safer and more enjoyable or you want to know what to do if you encounter a stray dog or wild animal on your run, listen to this episode. Sarah and co-host Katie welcome on Karen B. London, Ph.D., a certified applied animal behaviorist and certified professional dog trainer, and Karen shares:-basic dog behavior hacks to help your dog be a better running buddy;-gear advice for running with your dog;-why she stashes a dog-toy squeaker in her sports bra (!);-advice on what to do if a dog attacks you on your run; and,-ways to read a dog’s face and behavior.Before the dog expert joins around 10:35, find out why Sarah is headed to Pittsburgh.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!Get a free colored watch band with purchase of watch. Use code motherrunner at coros.com Talk it out: For 10% off your first month, go to betterhelp.com/amrLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’ve ever experienced the life-altering power of running, this episode is for you. We’re chatting runiversaries, or the special dates in our lives tied to running. Whether it was that very first run, a breakthrough race, or a moment you realized you were stronger than you thought, we wax nostaligic on those core memories and chat about their impact. First, hosts Dimity and Sarah WF share their own runiversaries, and then we hear from several two guests with poignant runiversaries, including: Sheena Morrissey, a Canadian mother runner living in Scotland who annually honors the day she was able to run after suffering from a series of major strokes that left her unable to walk at first. Carolyn Leebs, a mother runner pioneer from Chicago with two special runiversaries: The day she went for her first run in 1982, and the day she went on a run with her now-husband; the pair are still logging miles three decades later. Make sure to listen throughout for several other runiversaries from the AMR community! When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! Stress less, sleep better: Enjoy 40% off a Calm Premium subscription at Calm.com/amrPretty is as pretty does: Enjoy 15% off your first order at ThriveCausemetics.com/AMRIt’s not too late to join Love the Run and come on our virtual road trip!Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anyone concerned about heart health (read: should be everyone!) needs to listen to this episode featuring two women runners—one who survived open-heart surgery after an aortic tear, the other who had a heart attack mid-run. With Sarah and Ellison, the survivors share: -their harrowing heart-related tales; -that the emotional/mental recovery is taking longer than the physical; -the importance of not dismissing warning-sign symptoms;-the commonality of women’s responses to health crises; and,-their returns to running and exercise. Be sure to catch the debut of Miles of Books, a monthly bonus segment, at the end of this episode. Here are the books discussed by Ellison, SBS, and Liz. The first guest joins around 11:51. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Try Peloton risk free with a 30-day home trial. See terms at onepeloton.com/home-trial Find the right ring for you + get $15 off at OuraRing.com/AMR Say yes to pleasure: Enjoy an extended 30-day free trial at Dipseastories.com/amrLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If cramps are cramping your style on the run (like they are for Theresa), you’ll gain insight and solutions here. Or maybe you’re like Maureen, wondering why cardio endurance in the pool doesn’t always translate to running. For Nicole, the hosting duo serves up summer vacation suggestions. To leave your question, please call 470-BADASS1(470-223-2771), keeping your message to 60 seconds or less. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Try Peloton risk free with a 30-day home trial. See terms at onepeloton.com/home-trialGood dog (food!): Get 50% off your no-risk, 2-week trial at TryNom.com/AMRLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Short, curvy, tall, fat, slim, brawny: Whatever size or shape you are, you’ll find this conversation with size-inclusion advocate Andrea Kelly enlightening. Andrea details to Sarah and Britany:-why apparel sizing is so inconsistent; -a surprising statistic about the clothing size of female consumers; -ways to better navigate the shopping experience;-the importance of size-acceptance in running + the outdoors; and,-why size charts should be your friends. Sarah shares some college-search details before Andrea jumps on around 9:20. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Get a free colored watch band with purchase of any watch. Use code motherrunner at coros.com Find the right ring for you + get $15 off at OuraRing.com/AMRLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In search of a little perspective on nutrition—and a laugh? Tune into this podcast with Ellie Kempton, MSN, RDN, as we talk about the relationship between love, your body, and food. Ellie, Dimity, and Sarah discuss: what foods Ellie is loving right now—and what is on her "out" list; how to make peace with kale, sea vegetables, and any other superfood you might not favor; why the body heals in the presence of consistency; and a novel, last-minute suggestion for a Valentine's Day meal! Join Ellie + Dimity in Simply Nourished Like a Mother, an 8-week program that builds a nutritional foundation on which you can rely for the rest of your life. We start February 20; register here.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Stress less, sleep better: Enjoy 40% off a Calm Premium subscription at Calm.com/amrTo start hiring fast now, visit Indeed.com/amrLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether you’re contemplating switching to a plant-based diet or you’re already vegan or vegetarian, you’ll learn a lot from this episode featuring Claire Bartholic, author of a brand-new book called The Planted Runner: Running Your Best With Plant-Based Nutrition. Also a running and nutrition coach, Claire talks with Sarah and Molly about: -dropping her marathon finish time by an hour in less than 5 years; -mindsest tricks to change any negative talk in your head; -loads of plant-based protein options; -getting enough iron and B-12 in your plant-based diet; and,-why strength training is now her fitness passion. Molly talks about her upcoming knee replacement surgery before the guest joins the show around 6:53. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! For stylish + comfy shoes, shop Rothy’s.Get $20 off your first purchase at rothys.com/AMR Try Peloton risk free with a 30-day home trial. See terms at onepeloton.com/home-trialLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’re like Emily and you’re looking to increase your endurance by running, give this episode a listen. Or maybe you’re like Diane, who wants to figure out how to juggle lifting heavy while training for a marathon. Finally, learn from Stacey’s question about fitting in an athletic hobby while aiming for a big goal (in her case, a 70.3 triathlon). The hosting duo have loads of advice for all three callers! In the intro, Sarah and Dimity debate the implication behind being told you “look athletic.” Q+A’s commence around 11:30. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Try Peloton risk free with a 30-day home trial. See terms at onepeloton.com/home-trialLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stop daydreaming, and start training: It’s time to take on a (or another) half-marathon. Step one? Give this episode a listen! Sarah and Katie chat with guest Beverly Asante Puschmann, a running coach and the author of Ace the Half. Beverly details: -how to finish a workout or race strong; -pre-run breakfast options; -overcoming the most challenging miles in a half-marathon; -switching to walking in a race if you planned to run it; and,-the surprising thing her son said after watching her finish a race! Before the coach/author joins around 7:26, Katie and Sarah get nostalgic about ice skating. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Talk it out: For 10% off your first month, go to betterhelp.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Love history? Love fitness? This episode of Many Happy Miles is for you. The hosts bring on Historian, professor, and mother runner Natalia Mehlman Petrzela, the author of the brand-new book Fit Nation: The Gains and Pains of America’s Exercise Obsession, which offers a very deep (and enlightening) dive into the evolution of the fitness world in the U.S. In this episode, Dimity, Sarah WF, and Natalia cover several topics, including: The fascinating origins of fitness staples like the Presidential Council on Physical Fitness and the JFK 50 Mile run How Jane Fonda became a fitness icon (and other women who paved the way for today’s “fit-fluencers”) How fitness has become both “inescapable and inaccessible” in our country, plus Natalia’s visions of creating a more inclusive, stronger future, and more. You can purchase your own copy of Fit Nation here (we give it five stars!). And follow Natalia (including updates on her half-marathon training) on Instagram.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Stress less, sleep better: Enjoy 40% off a Calm Premium subscription at Calm.com/amrPretty is as pretty does: Enjoy 15% off your first order at ThriveCausemetics.com/AMRSay yes to pleasure: Enjoy an extended 30-day free trial at Dipseastories.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether you’re contemplating getting pregnant, currently have a bun in the oven, or are years out from being preggers, you’ll thoroughly enjoy learning and laughing from this episode! Co-host/guest Britany Williams is a personal trainer with certification in postpartum exercise—and she’s 23 weeks pregnant with her first child, so she overshares on a slew of practical and TMI topics, including:-signs anyone (pregnant or not!) can watch for that might signal an injury; -leakage while in motion—and how to stop it; -abdominal wall separation and core work guidance; -best practices for returning to running postpartum; and,-itchy skin in the most surprising of spots! In the intro, hear what “quirky” fitness goal Sarah is considering—and how Britany can help her achieve it. The convo switches to pregnancy around BARRY INSERT TIME PLEASE When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Try Peloton risk free with a 30-day home trial. See terms at onepeloton.com/home-trial Find the right ring for you + get $15 off at OuraRing.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wondering how cold is too cold for training runs, like Stephanie? The AMR duo serves up a slew of responses (brrrrr!) from their Facebook page. If you’re nervous about hitting the trail, like Megan, the hosts offer reassurance and guidance. And they give Heidi advice on avoiding a numb butt while using a rowing machine. Find out what “foot underwear” is in the intro! The questions kick off around 6:35. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Try Peloton risk free with a 30-day home trial. See terms at onepeloton.com/home-trial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is the episode to listen to if you want a smart, candid conversation about issues related to women runners: It features coach, activist, and former pro runner Lauren Fleshman, who is also the author of the phenomenal new book, Good for a Girl: A Woman Running in a Man’s World. In a wide-ranging discussion with hosts Sarah and Ellison, Lauren shares:-about her bout with depression during the lockdown;-how to avoid injuries—and come back from them;-how words can affect running performance;-what her amazing finishing kicks felt like; and,-the “invisibility” of women past a certain age.In the intro, Ellison shares what she’s reading and Sarah admits she overdid it on a recent walk-run. Lauren hops on around 7:00. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feeling like you need a motivational nudge toward your goals this year? This episode of Many Happy Miles offers a double dose of inspiration from two amazing women. In this second half of a two-part “So Epic” theme (check out Part 1 here), Dimity and Sarah WF bring on two more mother runners who truly took their accomplishments above and beyond in 2022, including… Rachel Jones, from Colorado, who, recently became the first woman—and only the fourth person ever—to hike the Manitou Incline, a legendary set of steep, mountainside steps, 1,000 times in 365 days. (Spoiler: She completed many of those climbs while pregnant!) Lynn Marks, of North Carolina, who completed her very first Ironman triathlon (that’s a 2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike, and 26.2-mile run) at the age of 58. We hope their stories inspire you to bust past your fears and go after your own epic adventure in 2023!When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Stress less, sleep better: Enjoy 40% off a Calm Premium subscription at Calm.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’re looking to spice up your running routine or switch to another activity entirely, this episode serves up inspiration and insight from four “regular” women runners. With Sarah and Coach Liz, the gals share:-the mind-blowing epiphany of being “allowed” to take a break from running; -a holistic approach to enable running longevity; -how perimenopause lead two of them to make exercise shifts; -the siren song of swimming; and, -the freedom of taking a break from racing. In the intro, Sarah talks about her son’s dance performances (she just walked in the door from it!); the first guest joins the show around 6:25. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! For stylish + comfy shoes, shop Rothy’s.Get $20 off your first purchase at rothys.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Need help, like Kate, snaking into your sports bra? The gals share a variety of methods, culled from runners on Facebook. They also advise Abby on training for her first marathon. Then Sarah and Dimity each share their favorite swim goggles, in response to Maya’s question about long-lasting goggle-lines. In the intro, Dimity tells the tale of why she’s back in a boot. The answers start flowing around 10:40. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Good dog (food!): Get 50% off your no-risk, 2-week trial at TryNom.com/AMR Say yes to pleasure: Enjoy an extended 30-day free trial at Dipseastories.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is the episode to listen to if you’ve ever been confused about how to fuel your body properly: The guest is Alex Larson, a registered dietitian nutritionist, avid triathlete, and mom of two young boys. Guided by Sarah and Coach Liz, the conversation covers: -actionable advice on carbs, protein, and fat;-signs to know if you’re fueling adequately; -tips on thriving, not just surviving; -the reason runners might want to increase their calories; and,-best ways to avoid a “code brown” on your next run! After the co-hosts chat about swimming (50 x 100 yards!!) and pickleball, the dietitian joins the show around 8:44. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Find the right ring for you + get $15 off at OuraRing.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

New name, similar game! Another Mother Runner Trains is now Many Happy Miles podcast. Why? Because we want to spread the joy beyond just running and say “YAY” for any type of forward movement. Whether it’s an epic hike, a century ride, or your first brisk walk after a setback, we’re here to celebrate it all—and inspire you to move with joy. We’ll share your stories and glean advice from experts on all sorts of subjects encompassing healthy—and most importantly—happy living. So join us as we move forward into the new year and beyond, one happy mile at a time.In this debut episode of Many Happy Miles, hosts Dimity and Sarah WF kick things off in an epic way by bringing on two mother runners who really took their accomplishments above and beyond in 2022, including… Julie Patno, from Utah, who, in August, completed The TransRockies Run, a multi-day point-to-point trail running race from Buena Vista to Beaver Creek, Colorado, covering 120 miles; and Kimberly Versak, of Maryland, who recently crossed the famed Comrades Marathon, an uber-challenging 55-mile ultrarun in South Africa, off her bucket list. We hope their stories inspire you to bust past your fears and go after your own epic adventure in 2023!When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! Stress less, sleep better: Enjoy 40% off a Calm Premium subscription at Calm.com/amrSave 45% off bestselling products when you purchase select holiday sets at ThriveCausemetics.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you like eavesdropping on the athletic aims of other runners, give this episode a listen. It’s a casual, candid conversation with four co-hosts—Britany, Dimity, Amanda, and Molly. The gals talk about their athletic (+ personal) lives in 2022 —and 2023 goals they are eyeing. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Heat things up: Enjoy an extended 30-day free trial by going to Dipseastories.com/amr Be a better problem-solver: For 10% off your first month, go to betterhelp.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you wonder why—and if—you need to rotate running shoes (like Roberta), this episode ends the confusion. The hosting duo also details traction devices for winter running, in response to Tiffany’s query, plus shares tween/teen bedtime insight after Becca asks about it. Learn about Dimity’s “movement assessment” in the pre-questions chitchat. Register for Many Happy Miles. To leave your question, please call 470-BADASS1(470-223-2771) and keep your message to 60 seconds or less. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Looking for athletic inspiration, empathy, and laughs? This conversation with four co-hosts—Katie, Tish, Ellison, and Liz—has it all. The gals talk about what they were up to in 2022—and what the new year might hold for them. And Ellison shares five book recommendations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you want to make 2023 your happiest and healthiest year yet, this episode is for you! Dimity and Sarah WF dish on two Another Mother Runner programs starting on January 1: Many Happy Miles and Many Nutritious Miles. The hosts bring on a trio of guests and cover plenty of topics, including…-Great healthy-eating tips from Many Nutritious Miles’ coach Jenn Giles, who also offers insight into this brand-new program; -How Many Happy Miles’ workouts and online community have kept mother runners Kelyn Celeskey and Sadie Myers moving forward in both good and hard times;-Favorite holiday treats, New Years plans, and much more! Want more details? Check out Many Nutritious Miles and Many Happy Miles. Both programs begin on January 1, 2023 and go through December of next year. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! Cheers! Get 20% off all Nuun productswith code NUUNAMR20 at Nuunlife.com Stress less, sleep better: Enjoy 40% off aCalm Premium subscription at Calm.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’re looking for athletic inspiration, take a listen to this episode with guest Katie Zornes. Hosts Sarah and Liz talk to Katie about her pursuit of doing 22 hard things in 2022, including a triathlon and a half-marathon. Marvel at:-how re-discovering running helped pull Katie out of depression; -the power of making a list; -the positive effect of a training buddy; -how connecting with other plus-size triathletes boosted her confidence; and,-how the desire to live life more fully drives Katie. In the intro chitchat, find out who Hearty is—and why there’s so much salt on Coach Liz’s floor! The guest joins at 8:24. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Savor family stories: Save $10 on your 1st purchase at StoryWorth.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’re curious about best practices for a destination race, like Gina, you’ll appreciate this episode, which also answers Sam’s question about race pace. The duo also debate options for Jill to enlist cheerleaders at her first half-marathon when her family can’t be there. Register for Many Happy Miles. To leave your question, please call 470-BADASS1(470-223-2771), keeping your message to 60 seconds or less. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Get $20 off your first purchase of stylish + durable Rothy’s at rothys.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is the ideal episode for you if you’re ramping up for a race or coming back from injury or pregnancy. Along with hosts Sarah and Molly, famed author Chris McDougall (his newest book, Born to Run 2, was just released!) covers a range of topics, including:-why he wrote a follow-up to his smash hit Born to Run; -why folks should aim to run well, not necessarily fast or far; -the remarkable power of fat-focused meals; -the encouraging news about muscle memory; and, -how to stop dreading workouts. In the intro, the hosting duo talks about Sarah’s latest aqua adventure; they also talk with the guest about swimming after he joins at 8:02. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Want to run faster, farther—and forever? Eric Orton, running coach and co-author of the brand-new book Born to Run 2: The Ultimate Training Guide, is here to tell you how. Orton teamed up with bestselling author Chris McDougall to write this sequel to the 2013 groundbreaking book Born to Run, and now they’re back with this comprehensive guide that combines Chris’s compelling storytelling with Eric’s expertise to cover it all. In this episode, Dimity and Sarah WF have a lively chat with Eric discussing… Why pain should never be the price of admission when it comes to running The importance of foot strength and foot positioning in running—and the simple exercise we should all be doing daily How “movement snacks” can increase mobility and prevent injury Looking at running as an artform that we continuously practice Be sure to tune into Friday’s episode with Sarah Bowen Shea and co-host Molly Williams as they bring on McDougall to complete the Born to Run 2 crossover! Follow Eric on InstagramWhen you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Cheers! Get 20% off all Nuun productswith code NUUNAMR20 at Nuunlife.com Save 45% off bestselling products when youpurchase select holiday sets at ThriveCausemetics.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Looking for a page-turner or gift for the book-lovers in your life? Then this episode is a must-listen: Sarah and Ellison talk about their favorite new books—fiction and non-fiction. Here are all the books they discuss: Shrines of Gaity: Kate AtkinsonThe Slowworm’s Song: Andrew MillerLess Is Lost: Andrew Sean GreerFellowship Point: Alice Elliott DarkWe All Want Impossible Things: Catherine NewmanGodmersham Park: A Novel of the Austen Family: Gill HornbyFoster: Claire Keegan Trespasses: Louise Kennedy The Twist of the Knife: Anthony HorowitzRunning While Black: Alison Mariella DésirThe Grimkes: Kerri GreenidgeThe Other Side of Prospect: Nicholas DawidoffSister Novelists: Devoney LooserThe Carlyles at Home: Thea HolmeRevenge of the Librarians: Tom Gauld Before the duo starts discussing books at 12:43, Sarah shares a bit about her son’s continuing saga of applying to BFA programs. Nuun drinking game: Chug whenever Ellison mentions “Ireland!” When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Feel even more supported: Save 20% at Handful.com with promo code HandfulAMR20 Be a better problem-solver: For 10% off your first month, go to betterhelp.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’re having trouble nailing “easy run” pace (like Penny) or wondering how to refuel after a run (a la Jody), give this episode a listen. You’ll also be enlightened by the gals’ response to Tricia’s question about warming up for an outdoor winter run on a treadmill. And learn the hosting duo’s Nuun flavor preferences, including mixing flavors (!), based on Diane’s inquiry. (Save 20% at Nuun website with code NUUNAMR20.) Register for Joy to the Run. To record a question, please call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wherever you fall on the scale of “feel intimidated by running stores” to “I live for them,” you’ll love this episode featuring a female running store manager and an owner. Sarah and Tish tease out of them: suggestions for overcoming the “real” runner stereotype; hand-warming, traction, and percussive therapy device advice; the in’s + out’s of getting pro help to find the right running shoes; gear items worth splurging (or not!) on; and, musings on size-inclusion. In the intro, Tish dishes about running her 11th NYC marathon; the first guest joins at 23:54. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether you always do a turkey trot to celebrate Thanksgiving, or you are contemplating your first one, this episode is for you. Dimity and Sarah WF bite into the tasty tradition by dishing about the history of turkey trots and sharing their own experiences. Then, they bring on guest Michelle Doti Taylor, a loyal turkey trotter and mother runner of three who has started up the sweetest annual event in her hometown on Long Island. Taylor and the hosts chat about: Inspiring others to kick start both fun new traditions and healthy new habits Creating a community event that’s fun for all ages Being a special-needs mother and how running has provided an inclusive environment for her daughter Listen through until the very end to hear a few other mother runners share about their own Thanksgiving traditions!When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Cheers! Get 20% off all Nuun productswith code NUUNAMR20 at Nuunlife.com Get $20 off your 1st purchase at rothys.com/AMR + shop Black Friday Archives 11/23-330 Stress less, sleep better: Enjoy 40% off aCalm Premium subscription at Calm.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Simply stated: Everyone needs to listen to this frank, enlightening podcast with Alison Mariella Désir, an activist, endurance runner, and author of the new book Running While Black. In this episode recorded in front of an audience at GU Energy headquarters and co-hosted by GU Community Manager Yuri Hauswald, Alison details: -how she found meaning—and relief from depression—through movement; -the early days of Harlem Run, the NYC running group she founded;-the troubling whitewashing of U.S. running history; -her profoundly unsettling experience running the Boston Marathon; and,-the genesis of her upcoming PBS series, debuting December 1. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Feed the need to move: Save 25% off your order of $50+ with code AMR25 at GUenergy.com Banish breakouts: Get 15% off, plus free shipping, on your first order at gladskin.com/AMRVisit Indeed.com/amr to start hiring now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In need of some treadmill motivation (and some workouts), like Christine? In this episode, Dimity and Sarah serve up “insteadmill” advice, along with training guidance for flatland runners like Carrie aiming to run a hilly race at elevation. The duo’s response to Renee about not feeling fast enough to wear a racing singlet touches on several thought-provoking threads. To record a question, please call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771). Catch all the details for Joy to the Run, our free, stay-moving-in-December program. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Banish blisters: Get one pair free when you buy three pairs with code AMR2022 at wrightsock.com Get Gnarly: Enjoy 15% off your entire purchaseat GoGnarly.com with code AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’re tired of feeling deprived, dejected, or depressed when it comes to food or your weight, you owe it to yourself to listen to this episode. Sarah and Amanda welcome Pam Moore, an intuitive eating coach and host of the Real Fit podcast, to talk about how to have a healthier relationship with food. Pam tells: -what intuitive eating encompasses; -how she was previously obsessed with counting macros; -what “food freedom” is—and how to achieve it; -how to balance the needs of training with intuitive eating; and,-how to recognize “the food police” in your head—and silence it! In the intro chitchat, Sarah shares why she’s headed to Dallas with her son. The guest joins the show at 10:12. This episode discusses disordered eating. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Give + give back: Enjoy 15% off your first order at ThriveCausemetics.com/AMR Heat things up: Enjoy an extended 30-day free trial by going to Dipseastories.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the upcoming months get colder and darker, we're guessing you may need a little workout motivation. In this chatty podcast, Dimity, Sarah Bowen Shea, and Cathy Engstrom, the Train Like a Mother Club manager, run through a list—along with a few laughs—of how to overcome excuses and inertia.The trio discuss:—why the weather outside is never as frightful as it feels inside; —how you need to be your own (organized) sports mom;—the benefits of aiming for a B-/C+ workout; and—how Taylor Swift's Midnights might just keep you sweating for longer than you think.Read Cathy's workout motivation post.Join us for Joy to the Run, a free, month-long (sweaty) celebration in December. Registration opens November 14. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Cheers! Get 20% off all Nuun productswith code NUUNAMR20 at Nuunlife.comTalk it out: For 10% off your first month, go to betterhelp.com/amr Stress less, sleep better: Enjoy 40% off aCalm Premium subscription at Calm.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

No matter what distance you run (or want to run!), you’ll be motivated by this episode featuring prolific pro runner (an aspiring pro pickleballer!) Michael Wardian. In a convo with Sarah and Coach Liz, Mike shares:-his excitement of pacing a visually impaired runner in the NYC Marathon; -details of his recent cross-country (CA to DE) run; -how he continues to find races that “light up” his enthusiasm;-parallels between running and pickleball; and,-how running an ultra can be easier than a marathon! In the intro, the hosts talk about their kids’ Halloweens, and Coach Liz recounts some interesting details about the recent Ironman World Championships in Hawaii. The guest hops on at 7:40. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’re raring to run a Ragnar, like Emily, Dimity and Sarah serve up suggestions and slew of relay-race anecdotes. Or maybe you’re in Diane’s shoes, wondering whether to strength train during your taper. And laugh along with Sarah and Dimity in response to Jackie’s question about non-sporty activities that get the gals sweaty. To record a question, please call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771). When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Feel even more supported: Save 20% at Handful.com with promo code HandfulAMR20 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’re looking to laugh so hard it almost counts as a core workout, give this episode a listen! Another Mother Runner founders, Sarah and Dimity, are joined by occasional co-hosts Adrienne and Molly to answer a mix of running-related and non-sporty questions in front of a live audience at the Portland Retreat. Just gotta to say: Molly is in fine form in this raucous episode! When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Visit Indeed.com/amr to start hiring now. Banish breakouts: Get 15% off, plus free shipping, on your first order at gladskin.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether you’re ready to run your very first marathon or you’re seeking something totally new, this episode covers it all. The hosts chat with Mike Sohaskey, who, along with his partner, Katie Ho, run Race Raves, the leading race reviews community. Talk about a dream job: Mike and Katie profile races around the world–participating in many of them. In this lively conversation, the hosts have Mike offer his picks on various categories of marathons, including: the most scenic marathons; the best for first-timers; the most walker-friendly events; the top spots for a girls’ trip race-cation; the best places for a Boston Marathon qualifier time... …and so much more! When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Cheers! Get 20% off all Nuun productswith code NUUNAMR20 at Nuunlife.comGet Gnarly: Enjoy 15% off your entire purchaseat GoGnarly.com with code AMRFall for Rothy’s shoes!Get $20 off your first purchase at rothys.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is the ideal episode for folks staring down a banner birthday—or looking for motivation to aim for a lofty athletic goal! Three women runners detail to Sarah and co-host Katie their sporty commemoration of milestone birthdays, including: -how + why they chose to mark their birthdays in a special way; -why training seems easier when fueled by something new;-the journey of one runner to the 2022 NYC marathon;-how one triathlete uses failures to help her succeed; and,-how one runner is set to complete 60 marathons + ultras by age 60. The co-host duo gab about Halloween decorations, then the first guest hops on at 11:22. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! It’s shoe time! Get 15% off with code AMRPODCAST22 at topoathletic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Listen to this special episode—with the hosts fielding questions on the fly—if you suffer “imposter syndrome” around other runners, like Dena. Or need to get motivated to strength train, as Stacey does. Looking to stop getting the runs on runs, like Karen, or how to return to running post-injury, as Aditi is doing? The hosting duo of Dimity and Sarah have your concerns covered. To record a question for an upcoming episode, please call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771). When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Stress less, sleep better: Enjoy 40% off a Calm Premium subscription at Calm.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’re in search of suggestions for a costume for a Halloween race, turkey trot, or Disney race, this episode is a must-listen! Hosts Sarah and Molly talk to two gals who have dressed up for dozens of running races. Discover: -clever costume ideas you might never have dreamed up;-the energy-boosting power of a costume; -how to avoid epic fails (and epic chafing!); -how to incorporate regular running clothes into costumes; and,-the power of hot glue! After some chitchat, the first guest joins at 11:19. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! It’s shoe time! Get 15% off with code AMRPODCAST22 at topoathletic.com Fuel your fall fantasies: Enjoy an extended 30-day free trial by going to Dipseastories.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How two BAMR Breasties crushed epic goals post-diagnosisPrepare to be moved and motivated by this episode, featuring two breast cancer survivors and BAMRs. Dimity and Sarah WF chat with Lara Johnston and Bren Willhite, who each share their inspiring breast cancer journey—and the epic accomplishments that followed. In this episode, we cover: How Lara’s simple goal of “forward movement” through treatment and surgery led her to the finish line of the Disney World Marathon. How Bren’s sunny outlook on life helped her power through her darkest days—and through an Ironman triathlon. Lara and Bren’s advice for women enduring their own cancer battles—and tips for what to do when you want to support others. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Cheers! Get 20% off all Nuun productswith code NUUNAMR20 at Nuunlife.com Get Gnarly: Enjoy 15% off your entire purchaseat GoGnarly.com with code AMR Indeed, indeed: Get a $75 sponsored job creditto upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/AMR Ready for more Training? Steaming hot episodes served up here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Curious why a run or walk boosts your mood? Give this episode a listen to be enlightened by the guest, Katie Mark, a clinical social worker who goes on runs or walks with her clients. Talking with hosts Sarah and Dimity, the guest talks about:-the logistics of running or walking during talk-therapy sessions; -the impact of being outside and moving in nature;-the power of a mantra—in running and everyday life;-ways to create accountability to boost exercise adherence; and,-how to best support a running buddy who is struggling. Recording in front of an audience at the Twin Cities Marathon expo, the hosts hop right into the conversation with the guest. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Banish blisters: Get one pair free when you buy three pairs with code AMR2022 at wrightsock.com Get a better night’s sleep—and 20% off—at MEDCLINE.com/AMR Banish breakouts: Get 15% off, plus free shipping, on your first order at gladskin.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices