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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Apr 5, 2022 • 40min
AMR Answers: “Lifting Heavy” Definition + Successive Half-Marathons
Folks curious about “lifting heavy”—what it is + how to do it—need to give this episode a listen. So should anyone considering trying to become a Half Fanatic. And find out why your formerly favorite sports bra has morphed into a chafing-monster.Loads of laughter-laced tangents in this ep, plus learn Sarah’s “When You Decide to Pay for Parking” theory. (Hint: It’s not related to vehicles!) When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Run the Rose City: Use code AMR for $10 off registration at PortlandMarathon.com Preserve those special memories: Save $10 on your first purchase at StoryWorth.com/AMR Step lightly with Rothy’s! Get $20 off your first purchase at rothys.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 1, 2022 • 1h 3min
Running After Having COVID
Runners who have had COVID-19—or those worried about getting sick—need to listen to this warts-and-all episode. (“It felt like my lungs were wrapped in Velveeta!”) Three real women runners detail:-how long it took them to return to being active;-what those first runs back felt like (see: Velveeta);-altered outlooks on running post-virus; and,-lingering health effects. 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 giftListen to WHY I RUN wherever you get your podcasts!Cheers! Save $15 off Wine + Shine Half-Marathon registration w/ code AMR15 at wineshinehalfmarathon.org Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 29, 2022 • 51min
AMR Trains: Running with Seasonal Allergies
If you’re running with seasonal allergies, cue up this informative podcast on your next run. Dimity and co-host Sarah Wassner Flynn talk to Dr. Susan Raschal, an allergy & immunology specialist, about everything from pollen count to the best antihistamines.Dr. Susan gives advice on:—the ideal times to run and weather to avoid when you suffer from allergies;—the complicated relationship between allergies and asthma;—the best OTC medications to treat seasonal allergies (hint: start them early!); and—what essential oils, homeopathic remedies, and other modalities can alleviate symptoms.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Kids will love learning: New customers enjoy 20% off Little Passports by going to LittlePassports.com/AMRPretty as a picture: Go to Framebridge.com and use promo code AMRto save an additional 15% off your first order. Java joy: New subscribers, enjoy $30 off your first order plus free shipping at drinktrade.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 25, 2022 • 1h 5min
12-Year Anniversary Episode!
The perfect episode if you’re new to Another Mother Runner—or you want to run down Memory Lane with the two co-founders, Sarah and Dimity! Voice Memos from women runners, sharing fond memories of AMR interactions, are sprinkled throughout the ep, prompting the founding duo to reminisce and reveal. Producer Alex Ward jumps into the conversation toward the end.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.comStyle AND comfort: Get 30% off your Betabrand order at Betabrand.com/AMRBlossom this spring: Enjoy an extended 30-day free trial by going to Dipseastories.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 22, 2022 • 34min
AMR Answers: Protecting Your Knees + Sightseeing Tips for Away Races
Anyone traveling to a race this year will appreciate the suitcase-worth of advice the duo give to Megan, who’s doing the Chicago Marathon (her first 26.2!) this fall. All runners concerned about their knees, like Janet, will welcome the reassurance and pointers Dimity serves up. And if you relate to Becca, who needs help finding new, interesting races, this episode serves up suggestions.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.com Take your free hair quiz + get 15% off your first order at Prose.com/AMR For simple, smart savings on your prescriptions, go to GoodRX.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 18, 2022 • 49min
Handful CEO on Women Supporting Women
Fans of inspiring, insightful, upbeat women will groove on this episode featuring Jennifer Ferguson, CEO and founder of Handful. Laughter abounds as Jennifer shares:-the genesis and growth of her all-women brand;-how the acronyms JoMO and TEAM guide her these days;-her evolution from a Boston-qualified runner to doing 5Ks with her little dog;-the hot-topic debate over bra pads; and,-the restorative powers of plunging into frigid water!The hosting duo kvetches re: being injured before the in-studio guest joins at 13:29.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!ZzzQuil PURE Zzzs Restorative Herbal Sleep helps promote better, restorative sleep. Get at ZzzQuil.comCalifornia-inspired classics: Get 15% off your first at JenniKayne.com 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
Mar 15, 2022 • 54min
AMR Trains: The Hard Decision to Quit Running
If you're dealing with chronic injuries—or just feeling burnt out—this episode about whether or not to quit running will resonate with you. Dimity talks to Elise Wallace, an accomplished runner and triathlete, about being sidelined from running.The duo talk about:—how, after two-year break from running, Elise started with a 15-second run and worked up a half marathon;—filling the void of running when you're injured;—the mental hurdle of separating past results from current reality; and—how one pro runner's perspective has helped Elise think about her next chapter.Plus, Anne Hinrichs and Emily Fischer, the two Nordic skiers from the January 18th episode, update us on their Birkebeiner and Korteloppet finishes.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Indeed, indeed: Get a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/AMRHighlight your best features: Get 15% off at ThriveCausemetics.com/AMRReady for more Training? Steaming hot episodes served up here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 11, 2022 • 53min
Pregnant Pro Runner + Author Molly Huddle
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
Mar 8, 2022 • 39min
AMR Answers: Marathon "Extras" + Family Meal Suggestions
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
Mar 4, 2022 • 48min
Running Motivation
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
