Another Mother Runner

Whatever the gender of your running partner(s)—or if you run solo—you’ll enjoy this episode. Three “regular” women runners, and co-host Katie, talk with Sarah about running with a guy or guys. Lessons shared: -how to pick a pace when running with a partner; -how conversations on the run differ from run-of-the-mill convos; -theories on folks “having a side” when running with another person; -how to find a local running group; and, -that it’s really hard to run and cry at the same time.  Here are the two books Coach Liz talks about in Miles of Books at the end of the episode.  Hear about Sarah’s son nascent fan club and Katie talking about running with her own husband before the first guest joins around 10:24.  When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! A gift for you both: Save $10 on your 1st purchase at StoryWorth.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Looking for an icy adventure for your listening pleasure? Then tune in, as Dimity and guest host Adrienne Martini chat with Anna + Kristy, the Berington Twins. The two, who are also talented endurance athletes, have finished the famed Iditarod 24 times combined. As we learn the ins and outs of the sled-dog world, we discuss: How the two got interested in dog racing (and moved to Alaska, much to their mother’s chagrin); How the pair care for their 30+ dogs at Seeing Double Sled Dog Racing; The process of picking a team—and leader; And how they train their human selves and their dogs for long-distance races. Follow Kristy, Anna, Rizzo, and the teams on Instagram. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Banish funk + odor: Save 15% with code AMR15 at SweatXsport.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

No matter what stage of running you are in—from pushing a stroller to slowing down due to age—this episode is a must-listen! Host Sarah and Amanda Loudin have a wide-ranging conversation with Amanda Parrish Morgan, a contemplative marathon runner whose book of essays is called Stroller. The guest shares:-her stark reckonings with getting gray hair early and slowing down; -how coaching cross-country taught her to be kinder to herself;-the impermanence of running; -how running with a stroller helped her hone speed and avoid injuries; and, -the stroller as a metaphor for parenthood. In the intro, co-host Amanda talks about her recent Colorado half-marathon. The Other Amanda runs in around 11:25.  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 Energy w/o the jitters: Get 15% off with code AMR at mudwtr.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’re curious about compression gear, as debut marathoner-in-training Gina is, this episode will answer your questions. Or maybe you’re like another marathoner-in-training, Carrie, who wants to know how much is too much activity on a rest day. Finally, if you find co-host Sarah’s obsession with #foundchange a bit baffling, this episode will enlighten you!  To leave your question, please call 470-BADASS1(470-223-2771), keeping your message to 60 seconds or less. As promised, here are our Better Together programs.   When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Pretty is as pretty does: Enjoy 15% offyour first order at ThriveCausemetics.com/AMR Protein-rich raw dog food:Get $40 off your first order at MeetMaev.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is the episode for folks who are looking for running inspiration—and some jaw-dropping details: Hosts Sarah and Tish speak with Terri Rupp, a blind runner who tackles ultramarathons and epic bike rides. Terri shares: -how she runs solo for shorter runs; -the logistics for Achilles guides on long training runs + races; -how SignUp Genius (!) factors into her training schedule; -how she’s still processing a race DNF from last month; and,-why the gnarly, hot AF Badwater 135 is her dream race.  In the intro, the hosts compare notes from recent family reunions. The guest joins the show around 9:56. 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 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

On today’s episode of Many Happy Miles we’re venturing into the woods. Or, rather, we are bringing on someone who spends a lot of time in the woods as an ultra-runner–and a very accomplished one, at that. Our guest? John Kelly, a dad of four, and one of just three finishers of the grueling Barkley Marathons–a 120+ mile, 3-day race in the mountains of Tennessee. Dimity and Sarah WF pepper John with questions about his recent Barkley finish, with topics including: How his childhood wanderings lead him to his passion for the trails; The weirdest things that’ve happened to him in the woods; How fatherhood has prepped him for the rigors of ultrarunning and; His unique strategy for napping on the run, and more! Learn more about the Barkley Marathons phenomenon (AKA “the race that eats its young") by watching this documentary.Follow John on Instagram.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Be your best self: Enjoy 40% off a Calm Premium subscription at Calm.com/amrFind quality candidates fast:Visit Indeed.com/amr to start hiring now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether you love it or hate running with music, you’ll want to listen to this fun, enlightening conversation about music and running with songwriter Charlie Harding, a host of the Switched on Pop podcast. With hosts Sarah and Coach Liz, Charlie reveals:-tempo’s surprising effect (or lack thereof!) on running pace;-the myriad musical elements that can get you moving;-why your favorite running song might stop someone else in her tracks; and,-insight (and song suggestions) on building a great running playlist. In the intro, #foundchange skeptic Liz continues last week’s quarter caper; the convo changes tune at 4:59. This repeat episode originally ran in January 2021.  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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Looking to try trail running, like Dana? Sarah and Dimity serve up trail tips in this episode, along with cycling 101 lessons for Whitney. For Francine—and anyone else planning a group get-together—they offer icebreaker 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! Get $10 off REVEL Rockies registration with code AMR10 at RunRevel.com Energy w/o the jitters: Get 15% off with code AMR at mudwtr.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

In search of a running posse or partner? Our guest, running coach and longtime run-leader Beth Baker, serves up all sorts of advice for finding your running people. Along with Sarah and Molly, Beth discusses: -why running is such a bonding experience; -how to find the right running group for you; -the need to be intentional when looking for a running partner; and, -running as shared common ground with different folks.  Sarah shares the latest installment on her twins’ college admissions saga before Coach Beth hops on around 9:15.Listen all the way through to listen to the second installment of Miles of Books with Coach Liz Waterstraat. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Get $10 off REVEL Rockies registration with code AMR10 at RunRevel.com Try a Peloton Tread, Row, or Bike risk free with a 30-Day Home Trial. Details at onepeloton.com/home-trial Talk it out: For 10% off your first month, go to betterhelp.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices