

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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Jun 24, 2022 • 1h 18min
Summer Reading 2022
Anyone who loves reading (or listening to!) books will appreciate the slew of summer reading suggestions served up in this episode. Sarah and Ellison recommend a baker’s dozen of books, after talking about a recent South Carolina earthquake and Sarah’s cortisone shots. The literary talk starts at 17:35.Ancestor Trouble: A Reckoning and a Reconciliation: Maud NewtonSandy Hook: An American Tragedy and the Battle for Truth: Elizabeth WilliamsonThe Invisible Kingdom: Reimagining Chronic Illness: Meghan O'RourkeHappy-Go-Lucky: David SedarisHorse: Geraldine BrooksGroundskeeping: Lee ColeSea of Tranquility: Emily St. John MandelLessons in Chemistry: Bonnie GarmusJackie & Me: Louis BayardThe Change: Kirsten MillerThe Foundling: Ann LearyMeant to Be: Emily GiffinThe Wise Women: Gina Sorell 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.usBanish breakouts: Get 15% off, plus free shipping, on your first order at gladskin.com/AMRHop to it: Save 25% off your first purchase at jiminys.com/AMR25 and use code AMR25 at checkout Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 21, 2022 • 45min
AMR Trains: Ryan Hall, Family Man
In honor of Father’s Day this month, we’re bringing on one totally hands-on dad, none other than Ryan Hall. Yes the Ryan Hall, as in the current American record holder in the half-marathon. Since retiring from running in 2016, Ryan has become quite the uber-dad and husband, supporting his wife, pro runner Sara Hall, and their four daughters, whom they adopted from Ethiopia in 2015. In this podcast, you’ll hear Ryan share about:
Why he doesn’t force running on his kids
The various hats he wears as Sara’s coach-slash-husband
His emotional journey to fatherhood and creating a chosen family
His big goals for the future (hint: it involves a mountain and a rowing machine!
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Jun 17, 2022 • 1h 16min
Try a New Sport!
If you’re thinking of expanding your athletic world beyond running, give this episode a listen. Co-hosts Sarah and Coach Liz share their beyond-running sporty passions (pickleball and gravel cycling, respectively), then they chat with Lauren, who recently dove into swimming. The trio discuss:-steps for taking up a new sport (including this swimming book);-the importance of continuing to challenge yourself;-the power of putting yourself in the beginner’s mindset;-the anxiety folks feel as a novice; and,-the joy the gals feel doing their new sport.Liz shares a laugh-out-loud kid story before the hosting duo share their sporty stories; Lauren joins at 51:04. Find AMR co-branded Oiselle shorts here (they’re selling fast!), and please take our survey. TIA.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Comfortable and cute: Get 20% off your first Vuori purchase at Vuori.com/AMRGet a free 7-day trial + $20 off 1st purchase of vet-recommended pet products at YourFuzzy.com/AMR w/ code AMRFor simple, smart savings on your prescriptions, go to GoodRX.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 14, 2022 • 40min
AMR Answers: Morph into a Morning Runner; Repelling Bugs
Take a listen to this episode if you’re looking to become a morning runner (like Nicole). Or if you’ve recently shifted jobs or made another lifestyle change that affects your daily activity level a la Christine. Bothered by bugs on your run, like Renée? We’ve got you covered with these options.To ask a question, call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771). Join our 12K anniversary run.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 Heathy eats + drinks: Get up to $40 off your first box at DailyHarvest.com/amrHeat up your summer: Enjoy an extended 30-day free trial by going to Dipseastories.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 10, 2022 • 55min
Running Success at Any Age
This episode can help any runner find success, no matter how it’s defined. Co-hosts Sarah and Dimity are joined for a live podcast recording by Coaches Liz Waterstraat and Jen Harrison, who share 10 building blocks for running success at any age. Learn:-why resilience is key for forward progress (and forward motion!);-how determining your purpose with running can improve it;-how to bring energy + vibrancy to your workouts; and,-how discipline is more valuable than motivation.The quartet jump into the meat of the matter quickly, with the coaches joining at 11:07. Find AMR co-branded Oiselle shorts here. (They are selling fast!) When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Get a free watch band with purchase of any watch by using code motherrunner at coros.comIndeed, indeed: Get a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/AMRWow, Oiselle: Through 6/30/22, save 25% on any tank top at Oiselle.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 7, 2022 • 35min
AMR Trains: Adrienne Martini Runs a Naked 5K
Taking one for the vicarious living team, Adrienne Martini bared her buns—and most everything else—in the Bouncing Buns Clothing Optional 5K. On this entertaining podcast, she bares, among other things:
the impetus behind getting out of her comfort zone;
why she opted to wear a sports bra. (Hint: It wasn’t all for support!); and,
whether or not she’d do it again.
Here's Adrienne's race account, which interweaves the story of dropping her oldest at college for the first time.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! The final step to better running: Visit currex.us and use code AMR15 for 15% off insoles Get compliments galore—and $20 off your first purchase at rothys.com/AMR Pretty is as pretty does: Get 15% off your first order by visiting thrivecausemetics.com/AMR Ready for more training? Steaming hot episodes served up here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jun 3, 2022 • 1h 5min
Thyroid Health for Runners
This is the episode for anyone (and everyone!) looking for answers on why they might be feeling lethargic or experiencing sudden weight gain: It’s a conversation with endocrinologist Fawn Wolf, M.D., and a mother runner recently diagnosed with Hashimoto’s. Topics covered include:-hypothyroidism versus hyperthyroidism;-treatment protocol for various thyroid conditions;-nutrition advice for thyroid support;-how it feels to run with Hashimoto’s; and,-owl activity seemingly ripped out of “The Staircase!”Tish shares, in the intro, details about the major move she’s undertaking soon to (finally!) live with her boyfriend. Dr. Wolf kicks off the thyroid talk at 12:36. Find AMR co-branded Oiselle shorts here. 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.usRun the Rose City: Use code AMR for $10 off registration at PortlandMarathon.comTalk it out: For 10% off your first month, go to betterhelp.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 31, 2022 • 43min
AMR Answers: Dynamic Warm-ups; Audiobook Recommendations
This is a great episode for everyone looking to take a break from racing (like Willa). Sarah and Dimity breakdown the how’s and why’s of dynamic warm-up exercises for Kara (no, not that Kara!). And bibliophiles, like Lori, will appreciate the book and audiobook recommendations the duo serve up, including The Palace Papers; Pain, Parties, Work; Let’s Not Do That Again!; I’ll Show Myself Out; The Swimmers; and The Warmth of Other Suns.To ask a question, call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771).Score free tickets to The Run Show Chicago (and L.A.) with code AMR.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!Banish blisters: Get one pair free when you buy three pairs with code AMR2022 at wrightsock.comComfortable and cute: Get 20% off your first Vuori purchase at Vuori.com/AMRThrive + save: Join today at ThriveMarket.com/AMR to get $80 in free groceries! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 27, 2022 • 54min
New-During-the-Pandemic Runners
If you’re a new runner, or looking to be reminded of your early days, you’ll enjoy this enlightening episode with two women who started running during the pandemic. Learn with hosts Sarah and Katie:-how the gals both morphed from gym-rats to runners;-how one guest achieved and maintained a 110-pound weight loss;-where the novice runners found advice + inspiration;-what surprised the newbie runners at their first in-person races; and,-what the guests don’t know they don’t know!Sarah shares about her son’s prom in the intro; the first guest dashes on at 13:09 When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Give Dad (+ your fam) the gift of memories: Save $10 on your first purchase at StoryWorth.com/AMRGet a free 7-day trial + $20 off 1st purchase of vet-recommended pet products at YourFuzzy.com/AMR with code AMRHop to it: Save 25% off 1st purchase at jiminys.com/AMR25 with code AMR25 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 24, 2022 • 50min
AMR Trains: Talking Perimenopause
If you're in your 40's—and are surfing through hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, memory lapses and other symptoms of perimenopause—tune in STAT. Dimity talks with hormone guru Ellie Kempton, RDN, MSN, and Stacy Ingstad, a (super) active mother of four who is in the throes of perimenopause.The trio discuss:—how the definition of perimenopause is a hazy, frustrating one;—the importance of releasing estrogen, the hormone Ellie nicknamed "the wild child";—why sheer grit doesn't work in perimenopause—and the things that used to work for you probably don't either;—and why the number 30 is key when it comes to perimenopause and nutrition.Ready to talk more perimenopause? We are too! Join us in our six-week course, starting May 30th. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Pretty as...: Save 15% off your first order using promo code AMR at Framebridge.com Calm and relaxed: Enjoy 40% off a Calm Premium subscription at Calm.com/amr Run the Rose City: Use code AMR for $10 off registration at PortlandMarathon.com Ready for more Training? Steaming hot episodes served up here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices