

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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Jan 6, 2023 • 41min
Nutrition Advice from Dietitian + Triathlete Alex Larson, R.D.N.
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

Jan 3, 2023 • 53min
Introducing Many Happy Miles Podcast!
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

Dec 30, 2022 • 51min
2022 Year-end Conversations with Co-hosts, Part 2
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

Dec 27, 2022 • 36min
AMR Answers: Rotating Running Shoes + Traction Devices
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

Dec 23, 2022 • 46min
2022 Year-end Conversations with Co-hosts, Part 1
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

Dec 20, 2022 • 48min
AMR Trains: Many Happy—and Nutritious—Miles in 2023
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

Dec 16, 2022 • 37min
A Plus-Size Bad*ss Takes on a Triathlon + a Half-Marathon
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

Dec 13, 2022 • 34min
AMR Answers: Destination Race Advice + Race Pace Demystified
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

Dec 9, 2022 • 54min
Chris McDougall + Born to Run 2
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

Dec 6, 2022 • 48min
AMR Trains: Eric Orton, co-author of Born to Run 2
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


