Another Mother Runner

Fans of candid, insightful pro runners will adore this conversation with Molly Huddle, who races distances from 5K up to the marathon (when she’s not pregnant with her first baby, as she is now!). With co-hosts Sarah and Coach Liz, Molly details:-what it was like to debut at the 26.2 distance in NYC—and finish 3rd;-the genesis of her new, co-authored book, How She Did It;-how she and other pros deal with race-day anxiety;-workout modifications she’s making as she awaits giving birth in April; and,-her (possible) role in co-creating the female runner emoji!Molly Huddle hops on at 21:46.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Feel supported: Save 15% at Handful.com with promo code HandfulAMR15Fuel kids’ inner explorer: New customers get 20% off at LittlePassports.com/AMRSeamless comfort: Save 20% with code AMR20 at Runderwear.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marathon runners, listen up: Dimity and Sarah breakdown ways to work in injury-prevention measures while training for 26.2, like Lizzie. If you’re like Stephanie and suffer from post-run headaches, you’ll appreciate Dimity’s advice on that affliction. And a question from Jackie provides loads of suggestions for feeding a family that makes vegetarians and carnivores feel satisfied.To get an answer to 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! Stride into spring with new Rothy’s shoes! Get $20 off your first purchase at rothys.com/AMR Go green with Blueland: Get 20% off your first order when you go to Blueland.com/AMR Get happier this year: For 10% off your first month, go to betterhelp.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The ideal episode for anyone whose workout mojo is MIA! Sarah and Dimity talk to three Train Like a Mother Club coaches—Jennifer Harrison, Liz Waterstraat, and Christy Scott—in front of a live audience on Hilton Head Island. The coaches serve up motivational advice and insight, including:-how important it is to find—and remember—your “why”;-how clutch consistency is;-why “turning off” your brain can help get you moving;-the power of running buddies; and,-the fire-you-up benefits of strength training.The intro chitchat proceeds swimmingly with Coaches Jen and Liz kickstarting the motivational conversation at 9:57.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Cheers! Save $15 off Wine + Shine Half-Marathon registration w/ code AMR15 at wineshinehalfmarathon.orgIndeed, indeed: Get a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/AMRStress 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've had the idea of a trying a triathlon zooming around in your head, this is your summer to put together the swim, bike, and run. Dimity and co-host Sarah Wassner Flynn, along with Train Like a Mother Triathlon coaches Liz Waterstraat and Jen Harrison, talk through the basics of starting a triathlon.The four convince you by chatting about:—How to overcome the barriers to swimming, often the hardest discipline for beginners;—Why you don't need to overinvest in any equipment, especially a bike;—Why your body will likely thrive on mixing up your running training;—and the in-person, really fun Race Like a Mother program at The Forge triathlon outside of Chicago this summer.Program Links:Race Like a Mother: Sprint Triathlon (12 weeks: May 2 - July 23, 2022)Train Like a Mother Triathlon programsWhen you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Start Thriving: Join today at ThriveMarket.com/AMR to get 40% off your first order and a free $50+ gift Java jolt: Save $20 off your first three bags of Trade Coffee when you go to drinktrade.com/amr Ready for more Training? Steaming hot episodes served up here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fans of grit and grace need to listen to this episode with pro runner Stephanie Bruce, who is set to retire this year due to a recently discovered heart condition. Three-peat guest Steph shares: -how her recent bout of COVID-19 nearly made her hang up her running shoes;-emotional details of her recent diagnosis of a heart condition;-details of Grit Finale, her year-long farewell to pro running;-her re-definition of success; and,-the support she cherishes from her running club teammates + her husband.Sarah and Molly enjoy a laughter-filled catch-up before Steph joins at 14:17.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!Take your free hair quiz + get 15% off your first order at Prose.com/AMRPrioritize your sexual wellness: Get 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’re having trouble finding your running groove: Get absolution, along with Sarah, for opting to train for a half-marathon instead of a full. Discover some running mojo with the advice bestowed on Stephanie. And blood donor-runners like Erica, get advice about timing of donations. (Here’s the link to the AMR Trains ep Dimity mentions.) To get an answer to 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!Start Thriving: Join today at ThriveMarket.com/AMR to get 40% off your first order and a free $50+ gift California-inspired classics: Get 15% off your first at JenniKayne.com with code AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A must-listen for everyone concerned about racial inequity and representation in running, this episode features activist, running clubs founder, and author Alison Désir, with hosts Sarah and Tish Hamilton. With candor and insight, Alison lays out: -how running helped pull her out of depression;-the profound power of group runs;-the origin story of Running Industry Diversity Coalition, which she co-founded;-several eye-opening historical facts included in her forthcoming book; and,-steps to make your running community more welcoming + inclusive.Before Alison joins the episode at 13:28, Sarah and Tish laughingly reveal their nerdy, pro-sports-ignorant sides.   When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Enjoy 20% off your purchase up to 3 items at TopoAthletic.com with code TOPOAMR20 (good thru 2/28/22)Get a free 7-day trial plus $20 off your 1st purchase of vet-recommended pet products at YourFuzzy.com/AMR with code AMRVita-save: Get 50% off your first Care/of order by visiting takecareof.com and using code AMR50 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If the cold has you ready to hang up your running shoes, tune into this winter weather workouts podcast. Dimity and co-host Sarah Wassner Flynn get chilly with two athletes who have learned to love being out in the snow: Sarah Canney, a top snowshoe runner in New Hampshire, and Jackie Hering, pro triathlete from Madison, WisconsinThe four lure you out of the warmth by discussing:—The importance of wearing the right winter gear, especially handwear;—How to mentally prepare yourself for longer, colder runs;—The most intense weather they’ve experienced (hello Nor’easter!);—and Jackie’s favorite bargain fleece tights.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Enjoy 20% off order up to 3 items at TopoAthletic.com with code TOPOAMR20 (good thru 2/28/22) Style AND comfort: Get 30% off your Betabrand order at Betabrand.com/AMR Find your Calm: Enjoy 40% off a Calm Premium subscription at Calm.com/amr Ready for more Training? Steaming hot episodes served up here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Folks looking to feel all the feels—and gain first-hand insight into surviving a heart attack or heart failure—need to listen to this episode. Hosts Sarah and Coach Liz talk with two 40-something survivors who emphasize:-the importance of listening to your body;-how stress plays a part in the heart-health equation;-the desire to have longevity with running, as well as life; and,-how critical it is to know—and respect—your limits. Not surprisingly, Sarah shares (another) pickleball exploit in the intro before the first guest hops on at 10:29. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Seamless comfort: Save 20% with code AMR20 at Runderwear.com/amrSocks: Go to Bombas.com/AMR to get 20% off your first purchase.Sex: Enjoy 30 days of full access for free when you go to DipseaStories.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Time travel with the co-hosts as they give athletic advice to their 25- and 35-year-old selves, prompted by a question from Jen. If you’re like Penny and you’re training for a spring marathon in the depths of winter, you’ll benefit from the answers to her two-part question. And new moms like Tiana will appreciate the resume-running advice.To get an answer to 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!Kick up your heels in new Rothy’s shoes! Get $20 off your first purchase at rothys.com/AMR Clean and kind: Get 20% off your first order at Blueland.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices