

Another Mother Runner
Another Mother Runner
A family of three podcasts to get (+ keep) you moving without losing your family, job, or sanity! Nearly 1,000 (!) back episodes to enjoy.Every Friday on the original show (launched in 2011), host Sarah Bowen Shea, a mom of three and veteran of 14 marathons, is joined by a rotating cast of co-hosts and often a guest expert to discuss topics ranging from how to reach a big race goal to finding your athletic happy place, and everything in between. Training, nutrition, motivation, mental toughness, TMI issues: This show covers it all (and then some!). Many Happy Miles and AMR Answers drop on alternate Tuesdays: Many Happy Miles is hosted by AMR co-founder Dimity McDowell and Sarah Wassner Flynn, and it celebrates and explores all types of forward movement, whether an epic hike, century ride, or your first brisk walk after a setback. The co-founding duo of Sarah and Dimity host AMR Answers, providing insightful responses to listeners’ called-in questions. All three shows are witty and conversational, making them great running partners because the AMR gals do all the talking—even on the uphills!
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Oct 4, 2022 • 31min
AMR Answers: Dimity’s Latest Grand Adventure!
Listen to this episode if you’re up for a challenge, but unsure what steps to take. In this special episode (recorded in person in a hotel room!), Sarah asks Dimity all about her latest adventure: the 21-mile Grand Traverse. Dimity details:-the strengths—and shortcomings—of her training; -the support she got from her adventure posse—and how to find your own; -how to find an epic athletic goal;-what might be next on Dimity’s bucket list; and,-a move to avoid while copping a squat trail-side! To leave us 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 Thrive + shine: Enjoy 15% off your first order at ThriveCausemetics.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

Sep 30, 2022 • 49min
Running a Race with a Pacer
Whatever your goal, if you’ve ever considered using a pacer in a race, you need to listen to this episode. Host Sarah talks with four women (including co-host Amanda!) about their experiences (good and bad) running a race with a pace group. They discuss:-various reasons to use a pacer;-how to get the best results with a pace group; -different ways to utilize a pacer; and,-why a race pacer isn’t necessarily a magical PR-maker. Sarah shares a quick story about a scummy swim before talking to Amanda about herpacer experiences at 5:35. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Get Gnarly: Enjoy 15% off your entire purchaseat GoGnarly.com with code AMR Preserve family memories: Save $10 on your first purchase at StoryWorth.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 27, 2022 • 50min
AMR Trains: What It’s Like to Be a Race Pacer
With pacer pros Meg Ryan and Jaime Taylor If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like playing the pacer role in a marathon or a half-marathon, we’ve got two awesome guests to fill you in. Dimity and Sarah WF chat with two mother runners who have been pacers in races multiple times. Meg and Jaime dish the nitty-gritty details about being a pacer, and offer insight on topics including:
Prepping to be a pacer, from knowing the course to dialing in the goal pace;
How do decide which pace group to lead;
Keeping up the banter and spirit from start to finish;
How pacing has enhanced their own running journeys.
Be sure to tune into the Friday episode of Another Mother Runner, where host Sarah Bowen Shea will talk to runners who share their experience with racing with a pace group. 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 Step up to Rothy's this season!Get $20 off your first purchase at rothys.com/AMR Stress less, sleep better: Enjoy 40% off aCalm Premium subscription at Calm.com/amr LINKSNUUNhttps://nuunlife.com/?utm_source=AMR&utm_medium=Podcast ROTHY’Shttps://rothys.com/?utm_source=amr&utm_medium=podcast CALMhttps://www.calm.com/campaigns?coupon=amr&utm_medium=podcast&utm_source=amr&vanity_url=%2Famr&messageBannerMessage=Welcome%20Another%20Mother%20Runner%20listeners!%20Enjoy%20this%20exclusive%20discount%20from%20CalmReady for more Training? Steaming hot episodes served up here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 23, 2022 • 1h 3min
Women Runners Share Their Race-Day Routines
Listen to this episode for advice and anecdotes about what to eat, drink, and do in the hours leading up to a race. Talking to hosts Sarah and Britany, four real women share what’s worked—and not—for them, including: -best (and worst) pre-race dinner and breakfast choices; -sound sleep advice;-how drinking more pre-race resulted in feeling stronger mid-race; -what they learned through trial and error; and,-ways to get things moving down the poop-chute on race morning! Definitely play the Nuun drinking game while listening: Chug every time someone mentions Nuun! The first guest joins at 13:43. 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 Get a better night’s sleep—and 20% off—at MEDCLINE.com/AMR LINKSNewsletter link: https://nuun.life/amr-newsletterBlog link: https://nuunlife.com/blogs/news HANDFULhttps://handful.com/ MEDCLINEhttps://medcline.com/pages/shoulder-pain-relief-system?utm_source=SMI&utm_medium=Podcast&utm_campaign=AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 20, 2022 • 38min
AMR Answers: Fighting Low Energy on the Run
This is the ideal episode to listen to if you are struggling with low energy, low ferratin levels, or diminished endurance. Sarah and Dimity can help you get off the struggle bus, as they do for callers Andrea, Theresa, and coming-back-from-injury Lisa. In the intro, the host-duo discusses optimal layering for damp, chilly weather. 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 GUod deal! 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/AMR Great socks! Buy 3 pairs, get 1 pair free with code AMR2022 at wrightsock.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 16, 2022 • 1h 3min
Female Police Officer Talks Running Safety
Anyone looking for the best ways to stay alert and safe on their runs or rides needs to listen to this episode. The guest, Eileen Swanson, a former pro triathlete turned police officer, discusses with Sarah and Coach Liz: -how rare stranger abductions actually are; -the importance of practicing using any safety devices you carry; -advice for properly using pepper spray; -how to be aware of your surroundings and think on your feet; and,-not letting safety concerns steal your joy. In the intro, the co-hosts talk about back-to-school stressors; the guest kicks off this important episode at 12:53. 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 Get a better night’s sleep—and 20% off—at MEDCLINE.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 13, 2022 • 38min
AMR Trains: Walk This Way with Chris Freytag
If you’re identifying more as a mother-walker than a mother-runner these days, this episode is for you. The hosts talk to fitness guru Chris Freytag, founder of Gethealthyu.com, about stepping up your walks and turning them into heart-pumping workouts. We chat about:
Getting past the stigma of being a walker vs. being a runner;
Simple ways to inject more intensity into your walks;
How to stay engaged in your walking workout without slipping back into a leisurely pace;
Weights, poles, and other gear to bring on your walks.
Want more workout inspiration? Follow Chris on Instagram!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 Thrive + shine: Enjoy 15% offyour first order at ThriveCausemetics.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 9, 2022 • 50min
Trail Sisters Founder Gina Lucrezi
Calling all womxn trail runners and hikers—and aspiring ones: This is the episode for you! Trail Sisters founder Gina Lucrezi details:-the genesis of Trail Sisters and its fundamental mission; -the “primal” power of interacting with nature; -how the group fosters inclusion and welcomes diversity; -tips for your first trail race and ultramarathon advice; and, -loads of running nutrition and hydration info. Co-host Amanda recounts her recent hike with Dimity. The guest starts talking trails at 11:01. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! A GUod deal! Save 25% off your order of $50+ with code AMR25 at GUenergy.com Get in the mood: Enjoy an extended 30-day free trial by going to Dipseastories.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 6, 2022 • 38min
AMR Answers: Marathon-Training Recovery + Running While Pregnant
Listen to this episode if marathon training is wearing you down (like it is for Nicole) or if you’re aiming to run during your pregnancy (as another Nicole hopes to do). Or if you’re in the same boat as Carrie and you are desperate for a solution to gross, hard-to-clean water bottles. Dimity shares a recent trip in the intro, and here’s the foam-rolling video she mentions. 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 Stress less, sleep better: Enjoy 40% off a Calm Premium subscription at Calm.com/amr Feel supported: Save 15% at Handful.com with promo code HandfulAMR15 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sep 2, 2022 • 1h 5min
Gals on Running Streaks
Whether you think a daily running habit is enviable—or certifiable!—you’ll love listening to conversations with four women who have run streaks. Join hosts Tish and Sarah to learn: -how the gals’ streaks got started;-what a “streak saver” is; -how a streak reinforces the runner-identity of one BIPOC guest;-how a running streak serves as a safety net for consistency; and, -how (+ if!) the guests envision an end to their streaks. The hosts time-travel to 1970s NYC in the intro; the first run-streaker joins at 15:13. (Link to guest-recommended book.) When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! A GUod deal! Save 25% off your order of $50+ with code AMR25 at GUenergy.com Talk it out: For 10% off your first month, go to betterhelp.com/amr A 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