Another Mother Runner

Love history? Love fitness? This episode of Many Happy Miles is for you. The hosts bring on Historian, professor, and mother runner Natalia Mehlman Petrzela, the author of the brand-new book Fit Nation: The Gains and Pains of America’s Exercise Obsession, which offers a very deep (and enlightening) dive into the evolution of the fitness world in the U.S. In this episode, Dimity, Sarah WF, and Natalia cover several topics, including:  The fascinating origins of fitness staples like the Presidential Council on Physical Fitness and the JFK 50 Mile run How Jane Fonda became a fitness icon (and other women who paved the way for today’s “fit-fluencers”) How fitness has become both “inescapable and inaccessible” in our country, plus Natalia’s visions of creating a more inclusive, stronger future, and more. You can purchase your own copy of Fit Nation here (we give it five stars!). And follow Natalia (including updates on her half-marathon training) on Instagram.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/amrPretty is as pretty does: Enjoy 15% off your first order at ThriveCausemetics.com/AMRSay yes to pleasure: Enjoy an extended 30-day free trial at Dipseastories.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Whether you’re contemplating getting pregnant, currently have a bun in the oven, or are years out from being preggers, you’ll thoroughly enjoy learning and laughing from this episode! Co-host/guest Britany Williams is a personal trainer with certification in postpartum exercise—and she’s 23 weeks pregnant with her first child, so she overshares on a slew of practical and TMI topics, including:-signs anyone (pregnant or not!) can watch for that might signal an injury; -leakage while in motion—and how to stop it; -abdominal wall separation and core work guidance; -best practices for returning to running postpartum; and,-itchy skin in the most surprising of spots!  In the intro, hear what “quirky” fitness goal Sarah is considering—and how Britany can help her achieve it. The convo switches to pregnancy around BARRY INSERT TIME PLEASE   When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Try Peloton risk free with a 30-day home trial. See terms at onepeloton.com/home-trial Find the right ring for you + get $15 off at OuraRing.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wondering how cold is too cold for training runs, like Stephanie? The AMR duo serves up a slew of responses (brrrrr!) from their Facebook page. If you’re nervous about hitting the trail, like Megan, the hosts offer reassurance and guidance. And they give Heidi advice on avoiding a numb butt while using a rowing machine. Find out what “foot underwear” is in the intro! The questions kick off around 6:35. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Try Peloton risk free with a 30-day home trial. See terms at onepeloton.com/home-trial Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is the episode to listen to if you want a smart, candid conversation about issues related to women runners: It features coach, activist, and former pro runner Lauren Fleshman, who is also the author of the phenomenal new book, Good for a Girl: A Woman Running in a Man’s World. In a wide-ranging discussion with hosts Sarah and Ellison, Lauren shares:-about her bout with depression during the lockdown;-how to avoid injuries—and come back from them;-how words can affect running performance;-what her amazing finishing kicks felt like; and,-the “invisibility” of women past a certain age.In the intro, Ellison shares what she’s reading and Sarah admits she overdid it on a recent walk-run. Lauren hops on around 7:00. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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