Another Mother Runner

Give a listen if you, like Julie, want to know how using an elliptical machine compares to running, or you’re looking to dial back your running, as newer-mom Claire feels compelled to do. (Consider this training program when you’re looking to return to running.) And the hosting duo serves up loads of suggestions for anyone (including Ellen) who has been dragging on recent runs. To record a question, call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771). When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! A better base in all your shoes: Use code AMR15 for 15% discount at Currex.us Comfortable and cute:Get 20% off your first Vuori purchase at Vuori.com/AMRImprove your outlook: Enjoy 40% off a Calm Premium subscription at Calm.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Active women, regardless of age, owe it to themselves to listen to this eye-opening, informative episode with guest Stacy Sims, Ph.D., an exercise physiologist, nutritionist, and co-author of the new book, Next Level. Topics Dr. Sims covers with hosts Sarah and Dimity include:-the myriad changes hormones make to performance + training;-simple ways to eat to boost workouts and relieve fatigue;-a persuasive justification for taking in more protein;-easy-to-implement tips for better sleep; and,-powerful rationales for lifting heavy.In the intro, Sarah shares about her younger daughter’s new summer job; guest Dr. Stacy Sims joins at 7:59.(This episode continues a conversation that started in the July 19 episode of AMR Trains.) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether you’re going through menopause or it’s still on the horizon, this episode is for you. We bring on Selene Yeager to chat about some content in her new book, Next Level: Your Guide to Kicking Ass, Feeling Great, and Crushing Goals Through Menopause and Beyond,which she co-wrote with Dr. Stacy Sims. Topics covered include: Why there’s a lack of research on menopause and how that’s changing; Embracing a changing body and keeping a healthy mindset; Why short, sprint intervals and jumping are both key to building strength during menopause; Other ways to “pick up where your hormones are slacking” in the gym and beyond. Want to hear more about getting to the next level through menopause? Check out Stacy Sims on the July 22 episode of the Another Mother Runner podcast with Sarah Bowen Shea. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Cheers! Get 20% off all Nuun products with code NUUNAMR20 at Nuunlife.comHeat things up: Enjoy an extended 30-day free trial by going to Dipseastories.com/amrFeel supported: Save 15% at Handful.com with promo code HandfulAMR15Ready for more training? Fresh episodes served up here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is the episode for anyone who has ever felt like an imposter at a race or who struggles to declare they’re a runner. Sarah and Ellison talk with a researcher, plus two real-life mother runners, addressing issues like:-ways to get comfortable calling yourself a runner;-why self-identifying as a runner boosts exercise adherence;-how a health scare made one gal jump on the exercise train;-the ways being a single parent stripped one woman of her athletic identity; and,-how one guest is trying to get over her “imposter syndrome.” In a freshly recorded intro (interview portion of ep originally dropped in 9/19), Sarah shares a funny shoe story and Katie talks up her newest athletic passion. The convo with the first guest starts at 16:08. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Take steps to better running: Use code AMR15 for 15% discount at Currex.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’ve daydreamed (like Christine) about becoming a running coach, you’ll appreciate all the great advice Dimity and Sarah share in this episode. Or maybe you’re like marathoner Megan, and you want insight on juggling trying to conceive with training. And learn along with Whitney when’s the best time to strength train.To record a question, call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771).When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! A better base in all your shoes: Use code AMR15 for 15% discount at Currex.us Indeed, indeed: Get a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/AMR Thrive + shine: Enjoy 15% off your first order at ThriveCausemetics.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is required listening for all runners and fitness enthusiasts coming back from an injury: A running coach and a personal trainer share loads of advice and insight into making a safe return to running and weight training. The experts detail:-the definition of “gradual” when making a comeback;-how hopping on a plan can eliminate overthinking + banish anxiety;-how to revamp “rest days” into “reset days”; -the importance of balance, stability, and core work for long-term success; and,-ways to prevent an injury from returning.A belated honeymoon and homemade cupcakes are discussed in the intro, before Coach Jen Harrison hops on at 13:35. Here’s the book Coach Jen recommends. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Take steps to better running: Use code AMR15 for 15% discount at Currex.usComfortable and cute: Get 20% off your first Vuori purchase at Vuori.com/AMRFeel supported: Save 15% at Handful.com with promo code HandfulAMR15 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is ideal for anyone who has ever considered running without a watch or GPS—or who can’t imagine going gadget-free. In the spirit of Independence Day, the hosts talk with two gals who aren’t tied to technology when they run. Topics covered include: co-host Sarah Wassner Flynn’s (unplanned) watch-free 5K; how tuning into your body helps silence a negative inner voice; why one guest occasionally runs with her watch upside down (!); and, the other guest’s low-tech approach to running, including racing the Boston Marathon watchless. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!Cheers! Get 20% off all Nuun products with code NUUNAMR20 at Nuunlife.com Shop summer Rothy's shoes! Get $20 off your first purchase at rothys.com/AMRStress less: For 10% off your first month, go to betterhelp.com/amr Ready for more training? Fresh episodes served up here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Everyone needing inspiration and insight to pursue an ambitious goal should listen to this episode. Recording in front of an audience in Missoula, Montana, Sarah talks with Tori, a first-time half-marathoner; a marathoner named Penny (age 70) going for all 50 states; and Kate, who’s prepping for a 6-day, 120-mile ultramarathon. Marvel as:-Tori talks about putting in many miles with a double stroller;-the gals divulge their self-care practices (or not!);-Penny tells how she’s going even bigger after a marathon in every state;-Kate and Penny share how they maintain their motivation; and,-the gals detail what big goals teach them about themselves.The first big-goal gal joins at 2:54.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!A better base in all your shoes: Use code AMR15 for 15% discount at Currex.usHeat 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

If exercise is stressing you out (like it was for Rebecca) instead of providing relief, listen to this episode. Moms of toddlers will appreciate the advice the duo gives to Amy, while anyone heading to the mountains this summer will dig the running-at-altitude insight (aimed at Valerie). Learn about heart-rate training in response to powerhouse Penny’s question.To record a question, call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771).When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Feel supported: Save 15% at Handful.com with promo code HandfulAMR15Stress less, sleep better: Enjoy 40% off a Calm Premium subscription at Calm.com/amrA better base in all your shoes: Use code AMR15 for 15% discount at Currex.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anyone who loves reading (or listening to!) books will appreciate the slew of summer reading suggestions served up in this episode. Sarah and Ellison recommend a baker’s dozen of books, after talking about a recent South Carolina earthquake and Sarah’s cortisone shots. The literary talk starts at 17:35.Ancestor Trouble: A Reckoning and a Reconciliation: Maud NewtonSandy Hook: An American Tragedy and the Battle for Truth: Elizabeth WilliamsonThe Invisible Kingdom: Reimagining Chronic Illness: Meghan O'RourkeHappy-Go-Lucky: David SedarisHorse: Geraldine BrooksGroundskeeping: Lee ColeSea of Tranquility: Emily St. John MandelLessons in Chemistry: Bonnie GarmusJackie & Me: Louis BayardThe Change: Kirsten MillerThe Foundling: Ann LearyMeant to Be: Emily GiffinThe Wise Women: Gina Sorell When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!A better base in all your shoes: Use code AMR15 for 15% discount at Currex.usBanish breakouts: Get 15% off, plus free shipping, on your first order at gladskin.com/AMRHop to it: Save 25% off your first purchase at jiminys.com/AMR25 and use code AMR25 at checkout Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In honor of Father’s Day this month, we’re bringing on one totally hands-on dad, none other than Ryan Hall. Yes the Ryan Hall, as in the current American record holder in the half-marathon. Since retiring from running in 2016, Ryan has become quite the uber-dad and husband, supporting his wife, pro runner Sara Hall, and their four daughters, whom they adopted from Ethiopia in 2015. In this podcast, you’ll hear Ryan share about: Why he doesn’t force running on his kids The various hats he wears as Sara’s coach-slash-husband His emotional journey to fatherhood and creating a chosen family His big goals for the future (hint: it involves a mountain and a rowing machine! When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! A better base in all your shoes: Use code AMR15 for 15% discount at Currex.us Indeed, indeed: Get a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/AMR Wow, Oiselle: Through 6/30/22, save 25% on any tank tops at Oiselle.com Ready for more training? Fresh episodes served up here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’re thinking of expanding your athletic world beyond running, give this episode a listen. Co-hosts Sarah and Coach Liz share their beyond-running sporty passions (pickleball and gravel cycling, respectively), then they chat with Lauren, who recently dove into swimming. The trio discuss:-steps for taking up a new sport (including this swimming book);-the importance of continuing to challenge yourself;-the power of putting yourself in the beginner’s mindset;-the anxiety folks feel as a novice; and,-the joy the gals feel doing their new sport.Liz shares a laugh-out-loud kid story before the hosting duo share their sporty stories; Lauren joins at 51:04. Find AMR co-branded Oiselle shorts here (they’re selling fast!), and please take our survey. TIA.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Comfortable and cute: Get 20% off your first Vuori purchase at Vuori.com/AMRGet a free 7-day trial + $20 off 1st purchase of vet-recommended pet products at YourFuzzy.com/AMR w/ code AMRFor simple, smart savings on your prescriptions, go to GoodRX.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Take a listen to this episode if you’re looking to become a morning runner (like Nicole). Or if you’ve recently shifted jobs or made another lifestyle change that affects your daily activity level a la Christine. Bothered by bugs on your run, like Renée? We’ve got you covered with these options.To ask a question, call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771). Join our 12K anniversary run.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! A better base in all your shoes: Use code AMR15 for 15% discount at Currex.us Heathy eats + drinks: Get up to $40 off your first box at DailyHarvest.com/amrHeat up your summer: Enjoy an extended 30-day free trial by going to Dipseastories.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode can help any runner find success, no matter how it’s defined. Co-hosts Sarah and Dimity are joined for a live podcast recording by Coaches Liz Waterstraat and Jen Harrison, who share 10 building blocks for running success at any age. Learn:-why resilience is key for forward progress (and forward motion!);-how determining your purpose with running can improve it;-how to bring energy + vibrancy to your workouts; and,-how discipline is more valuable than motivation.The quartet jump into the meat of the matter quickly, with the coaches joining at 11:07. Find AMR co-branded Oiselle shorts here. (They are selling fast!) When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Get a free watch band with purchase of any watch by using code motherrunner at coros.comIndeed, indeed: Get a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/AMRWow, Oiselle: Through 6/30/22, save 25% on any tank top at Oiselle.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taking one for the vicarious living team, Adrienne Martini bared her buns—and most everything else—in the Bouncing Buns Clothing Optional 5K. On this entertaining podcast, she bares, among other things: the impetus behind getting out of her comfort zone; why she opted to wear a sports bra. (Hint: It wasn’t all for support!); and, whether or not she’d do it again. Here's Adrienne's race account, which interweaves the story of dropping her oldest at college for the first time.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! The final step to better running: Visit currex.us and use code AMR15 for 15% off insoles Get compliments galore—and $20 off your first purchase at rothys.com/AMR Pretty is as pretty does: Get 15% off your first order by visiting thrivecausemetics.com/AMR Ready for more training? Steaming hot episodes served up here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is the episode for anyone (and everyone!) looking for answers on why they might be feeling lethargic or experiencing sudden weight gain: It’s a conversation with endocrinologist Fawn Wolf, M.D., and a mother runner recently diagnosed with Hashimoto’s. Topics covered include:-hypothyroidism versus hyperthyroidism;-treatment protocol for various thyroid conditions;-nutrition advice for thyroid support;-how it feels to run with Hashimoto’s; and,-owl activity seemingly ripped out of “The Staircase!”Tish shares, in the intro, details about the major move she’s undertaking soon to (finally!) live with her boyfriend. Dr. Wolf kicks off the thyroid talk at 12:36. Find AMR co-branded Oiselle shorts here. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!A better base in all your shoes: Use code AMR15 for 15% discount at Currex.usRun the Rose City: Use code AMR for $10 off registration at PortlandMarathon.comTalk it out: For 10% off your first month, go to betterhelp.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a great episode for everyone looking to take a break from racing (like Willa). Sarah and Dimity breakdown the how’s and why’s of dynamic warm-up exercises for Kara (no, not that Kara!). And bibliophiles, like Lori, will appreciate the book and audiobook recommendations the duo serve up, including The Palace Papers; Pain, Parties, Work; Let’s Not Do That Again!; I’ll Show Myself Out; The Swimmers; and The Warmth of Other Suns.To ask a question, call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771).Score free tickets to The Run Show Chicago (and L.A.) with code AMR.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.comComfortable and cute: Get 20% off your first Vuori purchase at Vuori.com/AMRThrive + save: Join today at ThriveMarket.com/AMR to get $80 in free groceries! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’re a new runner, or looking to be reminded of your early days, you’ll enjoy this enlightening episode with two women who started running during the pandemic. Learn with hosts Sarah and Katie:-how the gals both morphed from gym-rats to runners;-how one guest achieved and maintained a 110-pound weight loss;-where the novice runners found advice + inspiration;-what surprised the newbie runners at their first in-person races; and,-what the guests don’t know they don’t know!Sarah shares about her son’s prom in the intro; the first guest dashes on at 13:09 When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Give Dad (+ your fam) the gift of memories: Save $10 on your first purchase at StoryWorth.com/AMRGet a free 7-day trial + $20 off 1st purchase of vet-recommended pet products at YourFuzzy.com/AMR with code AMRHop to it: Save 25% off 1st purchase at jiminys.com/AMR25 with code AMR25 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you're in your 40's—and are surfing through hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, memory lapses and other symptoms of perimenopause—tune in STAT. Dimity talks with hormone guru Ellie Kempton, RDN, MSN, and Stacy Ingstad, a (super) active mother of four who is in the throes of perimenopause.The trio discuss:—how the definition of perimenopause is a hazy, frustrating one;—the importance of releasing estrogen, the hormone Ellie nicknamed "the wild child";—why sheer grit doesn't work in perimenopause—and the things that used to work for you probably don't either;—and why the number 30 is key when it comes to perimenopause and nutrition.Ready to talk more perimenopause? We are too! Join us in our six-week course, starting May 30th. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Pretty as...: Save 15% off your first order using promo code AMR at Framebridge.com Calm and relaxed: Enjoy 40% off a Calm Premium subscription at Calm.com/amr Run the Rose City: Use code AMR for $10 off registration at PortlandMarathon.com Ready for more Training? Steaming hot episodes served up here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anyone concerned about (or bedeviled by!) osteoporosis, stress fractures, or shin splints needs to listen to this episode, which intersperses wisdom with wit thanks to the great guest, Karen Myrick, DNP, a professor and nurse who specializes in orthopaedics. Karen shares:-the myriad ways running helps prevent osteoporosis at any age;-the causes (and cures) for shin splints;-strong arguments for not running every day;-bone-health nutritional advice; and,-an innovative, bone-building device she uses several times/week.In the intro, learn the booby-prize souvenir co-host Amanda brought home from the Yosemite Half. The guest joins at 18:10. And here’s where to get tickets to The Run Show Chicago.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! ZzzQuil PURE Zzzs Restorative Herbal Sleep helps promote better, restorative sleep. Get at ZzzQuil.comBanish breakouts: Get 15% off, plus free shipping, on your first order at gladskin.com/AMRFor simple, smart savings on your prescriptions, go to GoodRX.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether you’re looking to build speed, endurance, or strength, this episode has it all! The duo offers counsel to Carolyn on nailing a sub-2:00 half-marathon, along with strength-building moves Julie (or anyone!) can add into a run. And if you’re ice-bath curious like Amy, the gals offer insight.Reminder: The intro chitchat is from 2020. To ask a question, please call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771). Here’s where to nab tickets to The Run Show.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!Save 15% on KINeSYS spray-pump sunscreens using code RUNAMR at kinesysactive.comBanish breakouts: Get 15% off, plus free shipping, on your first order at gladskin.com/AMRFor simple, smart savings on your prescriptions, go to GoodRX.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For everyone searching for sports confidence or looking to banish self-doubt, we’ve got you: This episode features Christen Shefchunas, a confidence coach who works with a range of athletes and the author of 30 Days to Confident. With hosts Sarah and Dimity, Christen details:-how to acknowledge what’s holding you back;-the importance of being honest with yourself;-ways to redefine “mental toughness”;-why you shouldn’t just suck it up and keep pushing; and,-the power of being terrified and confident at the same time.The dynamic duo share some laughs before the confidence coach hops on at 12:52.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Feel supported: Save 15% at Handful.com with promo code HandfulAMR15 Comfortable and cute: Get 20% off your first Vuori purchase at Vuori.com/AMR Prioritize pleasure: Enjoy an extended 30-day free trial by going to Dipseastories.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Foam rolling curious? We thought so. Tune in, as Dimity and Adrienne Martini talk to Kolleen Riddick-Losch, senior master trainer for Trigger Point, about foam rolling basics, Kollen's self-professed passion of myofascial release and their self-imposed 30-day foam rolling challenge.The trio discuss:—why foam rolling hydrates the body, increases range of motion, and decreases range of injury;—the two body parts you can, "never go wrong foam rolling," according to Kolleen;—why PVC pipes and lacrosse balls should stay in hardware store or on fields; and—the high + low points of Dimity + Adrienne's 30-day foam rolling challenge.Want more details on the 30-ish day Challenge? Roll over here.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Pretty is as pretty does: Get 15% off your first order by visiting thrivecausemetics.com/AMR Get a free 7-Day trial + $20 off any pet products using use promo code AMR at YourFuzzy.com/amrIndeed, Indeed: Claim your $75 sponsored job credit at Indeed.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

For anyone who’s ever wondered how moms with loads of kids handle it all, this is the episode for you! Hosts Sarah and Coach Liz talk to two mother runners/triathletes—one with 7 kids, the other with 10 (!). The moms reveal:-ways to love a running stroller and the treadmill;-how to accept life getting in the way of a workout;-tips for controlling clutter;-the importance of keeping life in balance; and,-the power of a (very!) detailed spreadsheet.A heated debate of baked goods randomly arises in the introduction. The first guest-mom joins at 15:12.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Banish funk + odor: Get 15% off with code AMR15 at SweatXsport.comHeathy eats + drinks: Get up to $40 off your first box at DailyHarvest.com/amrRun the Rose City: Use code AMR for $10 off registration at PortlandMarathon.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Folks looking for a hill of a workout will appreciate the info imparted in this episode, as Dimity and Sarah detail hill repeats for Molly and speed-building tactics for gunning-for-sub-30-5K Jessica. Like so many gals, Rebecca also has a question about heart-rate training, which the duo unravels (including HR testing protocol).In the intro chitchat, Dimity details recent rides with her hubs, and Sarah recounts her return to the pickleball court. To ask a question, call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771).When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Save 15% on KINeSYS spray-pump sunscreensusing code RUNAMR at kinesysactive.comGet $20 off your first purchase of stylish, comfortable, washable shoes at rothys.com/AMRGet 10% off your first month of BetterHelp online therapy at betterhelp.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chasers of big goals, take a listen: Sarah and Tish chat with Vanessa Corcoran, Ph.D., author of the new memoir It’s a Marathon, Not a Sprint, which details her juggling-act of marathon training while pursuing her doctorate degree. Vanessa talks about:-being open about taking bigger risks for potential bigger rewards;-going gluten-free after a Celiac diagnosis while marathon training;-the ways running eases her clinical anxiety; and,-the importance of a strong support network—for running, work, + parenting.Before the guest joins at 17:56, Sarah and Tish commiserate about injuries—and Sarah details her teen son’s recent major dance performances. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Get your sexy on: Enjoy an extended 30-day free trial by going to Dipseastories.com/amrVita-save: Get 50% off your first Care/of order by visiting takecareof.com and using code AMR50 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ready to focus on a running goal like your first half marathon or a Boston qualifying time? This podcast is for you! Dimity and co-host Sarah Wassner Flynn talk to two running experts: Neely Spence Gracey and Cindy Kuzma, co-authors of just-released Breakthrough Women’s Running: Dream Big and Train Smart, a comprehensive how-to guide on finding your own breakthrough as a runner.Among other things, the conversation covers:—The ideal timeline for achieving a goal (hint: it’s likely longer than you think!);—How setbacks often set you up for a breakthrough;—Why social media can actually be advantageous as you consider goals and dreams; and—The progress we’re (slowly) making towards giving pregnant runners sound advice.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Feel supported: Save 15% at Handful.com with promo code HandfulAMR15Pretty as…: Save 15% off your first order using promo code AMR at Framebridge.comHop to it: Save 25% off your first purchase at jiminys.com/AMR25 and use code AMR25 at checkout Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A must-listen if you wonder how running can impact your bladder, menstrual cycle, menopause, and lady bits. Guest expert Jennie Draper, M.D., an OB/GYN and Ironman triathlete, “goes there” with wisdom and wit, egged on by co-host Molly Williams (she of the BVE—“Big Vulva Energy”). Dr. Draper details:-surprising ways to combat urinary incontinence on the run;-the importance of vaginal lubrication—and how to maintain it;-tips to optimize running performance based on your menstrual cycle;-options for lightening, or even alleviating, a heavy period; and,-how menopause is different for everyone.In the intro, besties Sarah and Molly give injury-updates; the guest joins the duo at 12:38. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Feel supported: Save 15% at Handful.com with promo code HandfulAMR15Fuel kids’ inner explorer: New customers get 20% off at LittlePassports.com/AMRPreserve those special memories: Save $10 on your first purchase at StoryWorth.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anyone confused by training by heart rate (like Shawn + Deja) will be enlightened by the info in this episode. Get gear recommendations for swimrun races, like the one Shannon is doing this summer. A question from another Shannon gets the gals detailing the many “branches” of Another Mother Runner. Before they offer answers, Sarah gives an exciting update on her bulging-disk recovery, and Dimity shares the sporty birthday present her husband gave her. Here’s the link to the training plan sales the duo talks up. To ask a question, please call 470-BADASS1(470-223-2771). When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Java joy: New subscribers, enjoy $30 off your first order plus free shipping at drinktrade.com/amr For simple, smart savings on your prescriptions, go to GoodRX.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A must-listen episode for all women runners: Val Rogosheske, one of eight women to officially run the Boston Marathon, is one of the two guests. Fifty years later, at age 75, Val is set to run the race this year. Val shares:-how she landed at Boston, her first-ever marathon;-the feeling at that 1972 starting line as 1 of 8 women among 1,200 men;-how marathon running led her to get a Ph.D.;-her training protocol and race strategy as a 75-year-old runner; and,-her seriously bad*ss bib number + starting-line duties at Monday’s race!In the intro, Sarah and co-host Ellison recount standout memories—and regrets—from the two Boston Marathons they’ve each run. Val, the first of two guests, joins the show at 16:04.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Cheers! Save $15 off Wine + Shine Half-Marathon registration w/ code AMR15 at wineshinehalfmarathon.orgThrive + shine: Enjoy 15% off your first order at ThriveCausemetics.com/AMRThe pleasure principle: Enjoy an extended 30-day free trial at Dipseastories.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Need a dose of inspiration from one of the most b*d*ss athletes we've ever encountered? Queue up this podcast! Dimity and co-host Sarah Wassner Flynn talk to Andrea Lytle Peet, a runner and triathlete who was diagnosed with ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease) at age 33—and told she had 2 to 5 years to live. Eight years later, Andrea is on her way to finishing 50 marathons in 50 states on her recumbent bike (at recording time, she had just 2 to go!) and has raised over $750,000 for progressive ALS research.Joined by her friend, Pilates instructor, and fellow runner Jessica Hofheimer, Andrea talks about:—The rawness she felt after her diagnosis, and how she directed her energy towards a goal;—How being able to continue to move her body, both on the road and in the pool, is so freeing;—Her brand new 50for50 Challenge that all can join and upcoming documentary; and—Why an eighth swallow will soon join the beautiful flock on her arm. 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 Indeed, indeed: Get a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/AMR Calm and relaxed: Enjoy 40% off a Calm Premium subscription at Calm.com/amr Ready for more Training? Steaming hot episodes served up here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Listen to this episode to learn solutions for all your skin-related issues and concerns—no topic is TMI or off-limits! The guest is Brooke Jackson, M.D., a board-certified dermatologist, 10x marathon runner, and author of the new book Skincare for Runners. Prompted by Sarah and co-host Britany Williams, Dr. Jackson offers up:-solutions for post-run heat rash and hives;-loads of sun-protection insight + (scared-straight!) wisdom;-best practices for sunscreen application;-deodorant and antiperspirant recommendations; and,-save-the-toenails guidance.Nuun drinking game: Chug every time the guest recommends Vaseline! When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Get a free watch band with purchase of any watch by using code motherrunner at coros.comHop to it: Save 25% off your first purchase at jiminys.com/AMR25 and use code AMR25 at checkout Stress less: For 10% off your first month, go to betterhelp.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Folks curious about “lifting heavy”—what it is + how to do it—need to give this episode a listen. So should anyone considering trying to become a Half Fanatic. And find out why your formerly favorite sports bra has morphed into a chafing-monster.Loads of laughter-laced tangents in this ep, plus learn Sarah’s “When You Decide to Pay for Parking” theory. (Hint: It’s not related to vehicles!) When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Run the Rose City: Use code AMR for $10 off registration at PortlandMarathon.com Preserve those special memories: Save $10 on your first purchase at StoryWorth.com/AMR Step lightly with Rothy’s! Get $20 off your first purchase at rothys.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Runners who have had COVID-19—or those worried about getting sick—need to listen to this warts-and-all episode. (“It felt like my lungs were wrapped in Velveeta!”) Three real women runners detail:-how long it took them to return to being active;-what those first runs back felt like (see: Velveeta);-altered outlooks on running post-virus; and,-lingering health effects. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Start Thriving: Join today at ThriveMarket.com/AMR to get 40% off your first order and a free giftListen to WHY I RUN wherever you get your podcasts!Cheers! Save $15 off Wine + Shine Half-Marathon registration w/ code AMR15 at wineshinehalfmarathon.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’re running with seasonal allergies, cue up this informative podcast on your next run. Dimity and co-host Sarah Wassner Flynn talk to Dr. Susan Raschal, an allergy & immunology specialist, about everything from pollen count to the best antihistamines.Dr. Susan gives advice on:—the ideal times to run and weather to avoid when you suffer from allergies;—the complicated relationship between allergies and asthma;—the best OTC medications to treat seasonal allergies (hint: start them early!); and—what essential oils, homeopathic remedies, and other modalities can alleviate symptoms.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Kids will love learning: New customers enjoy 20% off Little Passports by going to LittlePassports.com/AMRPretty as a picture: Go to Framebridge.com and use promo code AMRto save an additional 15% off your first order. Java joy: New subscribers, enjoy $30 off your first order plus free shipping at drinktrade.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The perfect episode if you’re new to Another Mother Runner—or you want to run down Memory Lane with the two co-founders, Sarah and Dimity! Voice Memos from women runners, sharing fond memories of AMR interactions, are sprinkled throughout the ep, prompting the founding duo to reminisce and reveal. Producer Alex Ward jumps into the conversation toward the end.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Get a free watch band with purchase of any watch by using code motherrunner at coros.comStyle AND comfort: Get 30% off your Betabrand order at Betabrand.com/AMRBlossom this spring: Enjoy an extended 30-day free trial by going to Dipseastories.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anyone traveling to a race this year will appreciate the suitcase-worth of advice the duo give to Megan, who’s doing the Chicago Marathon (her first 26.2!) this fall. All runners concerned about their knees, like Janet, will welcome the reassurance and pointers Dimity serves up. And if you relate to Becca, who needs help finding new, interesting races, this episode serves up suggestions.Score free tickets to The Run Show Chicago (and L.A.) with code AMR. 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 Take your free hair quiz + get 15% off your first order at Prose.com/AMR For simple, smart savings on your prescriptions, go to GoodRX.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fans of inspiring, insightful, upbeat women will groove on this episode featuring Jennifer Ferguson, CEO and founder of Handful. Laughter abounds as Jennifer shares:-the genesis and growth of her all-women brand;-how the acronyms JoMO and TEAM guide her these days;-her evolution from a Boston-qualified runner to doing 5Ks with her little dog;-the hot-topic debate over bra pads; and,-the restorative powers of plunging into frigid water!The hosting duo kvetches re: being injured before the in-studio guest joins at 13:29.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!ZzzQuil PURE Zzzs Restorative Herbal Sleep helps promote better, restorative sleep. Get at ZzzQuil.comCalifornia-inspired classics: Get 15% off your first at JenniKayne.com with code AMRVita-save: Get 50% off your first Care/of order by visiting takecareof.com and using code AMR50 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you're dealing with chronic injuries—or just feeling burnt out—this episode about whether or not to quit running will resonate with you. Dimity talks to Elise Wallace, an accomplished runner and triathlete, about being sidelined from running.The duo talk about:—how, after two-year break from running, Elise started with a 15-second run and worked up a half marathon;—filling the void of running when you're injured;—the mental hurdle of separating past results from current reality; and—how one pro runner's perspective has helped Elise think about her next chapter.Plus, Anne Hinrichs and Emily Fischer, the two Nordic skiers from the January 18th episode, update us on their Birkebeiner and Korteloppet finishes.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Indeed, indeed: Get a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/AMRHighlight your best features: Get 15% off at ThriveCausemetics.com/AMRReady for more Training? Steaming hot episodes served up here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fans of candid, insightful pro runners will adore this conversation with Molly Huddle, who races distances from 5K up to the marathon (when she’s not pregnant with her first baby, as she is now!). With co-hosts Sarah and Coach Liz, Molly details:-what it was like to debut at the 26.2 distance in NYC—and finish 3rd;-the genesis of her new, co-authored book, How She Did It;-how she and other pros deal with race-day anxiety;-workout modifications she’s making as she awaits giving birth in April; and,-her (possible) role in co-creating the female runner emoji!Molly Huddle hops on at 21:46.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Feel supported: Save 15% at Handful.com with promo code HandfulAMR15Fuel kids’ inner explorer: New customers get 20% off at LittlePassports.com/AMRSeamless comfort: Save 20% with code AMR20 at Runderwear.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marathon runners, listen up: Dimity and Sarah breakdown ways to work in injury-prevention measures while training for 26.2, like Lizzie. If you’re like Stephanie and suffer from post-run headaches, you’ll appreciate Dimity’s advice on that affliction. And a question from Jackie provides loads of suggestions for feeding a family that makes vegetarians and carnivores feel satisfied.To get an answer to 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! Stride into spring with new Rothy’s shoes! Get $20 off your first purchase at rothys.com/AMR Go green with Blueland: Get 20% off your first order when you go to Blueland.com/AMR Get happier this year: For 10% off your first month, go to betterhelp.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The ideal episode for anyone whose workout mojo is MIA! Sarah and Dimity talk to three Train Like a Mother Club coaches—Jennifer Harrison, Liz Waterstraat, and Christy Scott—in front of a live audience on Hilton Head Island. The coaches serve up motivational advice and insight, including:-how important it is to find—and remember—your “why”;-how clutch consistency is;-why “turning off” your brain can help get you moving;-the power of running buddies; and,-the fire-you-up benefits of strength training.The intro chitchat proceeds swimmingly with Coaches Jen and Liz kickstarting the motivational conversation at 9:57.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Cheers! Save $15 off Wine + Shine Half-Marathon registration w/ code AMR15 at wineshinehalfmarathon.orgIndeed, indeed: Get a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/AMRStress 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've had the idea of a trying a triathlon zooming around in your head, this is your summer to put together the swim, bike, and run. Dimity and co-host Sarah Wassner Flynn, along with Train Like a Mother Triathlon coaches Liz Waterstraat and Jen Harrison, talk through the basics of starting a triathlon.The four convince you by chatting about:—How to overcome the barriers to swimming, often the hardest discipline for beginners;—Why you don't need to overinvest in any equipment, especially a bike;—Why your body will likely thrive on mixing up your running training;—and the in-person, really fun Race Like a Mother program at The Forge triathlon outside of Chicago this summer.Program Links:Race Like a Mother: Sprint Triathlon (12 weeks: May 2 - July 23, 2022)Train Like a Mother Triathlon programsWhen you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Start Thriving: Join today at ThriveMarket.com/AMR to get 40% off your first order and a free $50+ gift Java jolt: Save $20 off your first three bags of Trade Coffee when you go to drinktrade.com/amr Ready for more Training? Steaming hot episodes served up here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fans of grit and grace need to listen to this episode with pro runner Stephanie Bruce, who is set to retire this year due to a recently discovered heart condition. Three-peat guest Steph shares: -how her recent bout of COVID-19 nearly made her hang up her running shoes;-emotional details of her recent diagnosis of a heart condition;-details of Grit Finale, her year-long farewell to pro running;-her re-definition of success; and,-the support she cherishes from her running club teammates + her husband.Sarah and Molly enjoy a laughter-filled catch-up before Steph joins at 14:17.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!Take your free hair quiz + get 15% off your first order at Prose.com/AMRPrioritize your sexual wellness: Get 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’re having trouble finding your running groove: Get absolution, along with Sarah, for opting to train for a half-marathon instead of a full. Discover some running mojo with the advice bestowed on Stephanie. And blood donor-runners like Erica, get advice about timing of donations. (Here’s the link to the AMR Trains ep Dimity mentions.) To get an answer to 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!Start Thriving: Join today at ThriveMarket.com/AMR to get 40% off your first order and a free $50+ gift California-inspired classics: Get 15% off your first at JenniKayne.com with code AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A must-listen for everyone concerned about racial inequity and representation in running, this episode features activist, running clubs founder, and author Alison Désir, with hosts Sarah and Tish Hamilton. With candor and insight, Alison lays out: -how running helped pull her out of depression;-the profound power of group runs;-the origin story of Running Industry Diversity Coalition, which she co-founded;-several eye-opening historical facts included in her forthcoming book; and,-steps to make your running community more welcoming + inclusive.Before Alison joins the episode at 13:28, Sarah and Tish laughingly reveal their nerdy, pro-sports-ignorant sides. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Enjoy 20% off your purchase up to 3 items at TopoAthletic.com with code TOPOAMR20 (good thru 2/28/22)Get a free 7-day trial plus $20 off your 1st purchase of vet-recommended pet products at YourFuzzy.com/AMR with code AMRVita-save: Get 50% off your first Care/of order by visiting takecareof.com and using code AMR50 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If the cold has you ready to hang up your running shoes, tune into this winter weather workouts podcast. Dimity and co-host Sarah Wassner Flynn get chilly with two athletes who have learned to love being out in the snow: Sarah Canney, a top snowshoe runner in New Hampshire, and Jackie Hering, pro triathlete from Madison, WisconsinThe four lure you out of the warmth by discussing:—The importance of wearing the right winter gear, especially handwear;—How to mentally prepare yourself for longer, colder runs;—The most intense weather they’ve experienced (hello Nor’easter!);—and Jackie’s favorite bargain fleece tights.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Enjoy 20% off order up to 3 items at TopoAthletic.com with code TOPOAMR20 (good thru 2/28/22) Style AND comfort: Get 30% off your Betabrand order at Betabrand.com/AMR Find your Calm: Enjoy 40% off a Calm Premium subscription at Calm.com/amr Ready for more Training? Steaming hot episodes served up here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Folks looking to feel all the feels—and gain first-hand insight into surviving a heart attack or heart failure—need to listen to this episode. Hosts Sarah and Coach Liz talk with two 40-something survivors who emphasize:-the importance of listening to your body;-how stress plays a part in the heart-health equation;-the desire to have longevity with running, as well as life; and,-how critical it is to know—and respect—your limits. Not surprisingly, Sarah shares (another) pickleball exploit in the intro before the first guest hops on at 10:29. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Seamless comfort: Save 20% with code AMR20 at Runderwear.com/amrSocks: Go to Bombas.com/AMR to get 20% off your first purchase.Sex: Enjoy 30 days of full access for free when you go to DipseaStories.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Time travel with the co-hosts as they give athletic advice to their 25- and 35-year-old selves, prompted by a question from Jen. If you’re like Penny and you’re training for a spring marathon in the depths of winter, you’ll benefit from the answers to her two-part question. And new moms like Tiana will appreciate the resume-running advice.To get an answer to 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!Kick up your heels in new Rothy’s shoes! Get $20 off your first purchase at rothys.com/AMR Clean and kind: Get 20% off your first order at Blueland.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There’s a lot to love about Sarah’s new occasional co-host, Britany Williams, especially for folks looking to become a stronger, more balanced runner: Britany is a runner, personal trainer, and group-fitness instructor with a deep well of fitness knowledge—and a whole lot of empathy and charisma! In a one-on-one conversation, Britany details:-ways to strive toward running-longevity;-an LOL TMI tale;-why, as a Black runner, she runs with pride in both Baltimore and Portland;-several mobility and activation exercises to do pre-run;-similarities of the challenges of a barre class and a half-marathon; and,-great pointers on how to engage your core. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Banish funk + odor: Get 15% off with code AMR15 at SweatXsport.com Thrive + shine: Enjoy 15% off your first order at ThriveCausemetics.com/AMR Indeed, indeed: Get a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices