Another Mother Runner

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