Another Mother Runner

This is the perfect episode for anyone looking to get unstuck and become a stronger version of themselves—in running and in life! Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Liz Waterstraat, the guest Kate Gladdin, author of the recently published Okay, Now What? How to Be Resilient When Life Gets Tough, details: -how to teach your brain to be more flexible; -the importance of doing hard things + allowing yourself to fail; -how to avoid falling into an all-or-nothing mindset; -the three A’s of self-compassion; and, -what OGT is.  Before the guest joins around 6:04, Sarah shares what she’s striving for in 2025.  When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! GUod to go: Get 25% off with code GUAMR2025 at GUenergy.com Go to DrinkAG1.com/AMR to startyour New Year on a healthier note. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’ve ever felt even a twinge of “mommy guilt” (ugh!), this episode is a must-listen. The guest is Nancy Reddy, an author and mother runner whose new book The Good Mother Myth. Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Britany Williams, the guest discusses:-how crazy-making “shoulda-woulda-coulda” can be; -the importance of being reminded you’re in a body; -societal expectations of caring for your kids over yourself; -running’s role in the creative process; and,-the book-related running club she recently joined!  Before the guest joins around 07:10, Britany shares her current struggles of toddler-parenting.  When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Go to DrinkAG1.com/AMR to startyour New Year on a healthier note Get 20% off, plus free shipping, on allIQBAR products by texting AMR to 64-000 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If your mojo is low, like Grace’s, you’ll appreciate the motivational tips shared by the hosts. Folks who huff-and-puff excessively on a run, like Julie, will be pleased to hear the insight Dimity serves up and Sarah’s book recommendation. Finally, all runners will benefit from the duo’s advice on fueling in response to Nicole’s candid question. (Here’s the $25 nutrition program Dimity mentions.)  Before the Q&As start at 5:52, Sarah shares the heartwarming backstory about why she’s rowing on the San Francisco Bay this weekend. Please call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771) to record your question.  When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Get 20% off, plus free shipping, on allIQBAR products by texting AMR to 64-000 Go to DrinkAG1.com/AMR to start your New Year on a healthier note. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is the episode for all the big-dreamers out there: The guest is Becca Pizzi, who has completed marathons on all seven continents, and she's now the first (and only!) female race director of the Antarctica Marathon. Along with hosts Dimity McDowell and Sarah Wassner Flynn, Becca shares about her adventurous life, including:  how her own running adventures led to her gig as a race director; the logistics and challenges of organizing a marathon in one of the most unforgiving environments on Earth; and, behind-the-scenes details of what it takes to participate in and direct a marathon in Antarctica. If you’ve got adventure on your mind but Antarctica is a little out of reach, we’ve got a brand new hiking program geared towards the Mammoth March or a similar 20-ish mile hike. It’s sixteen weeks long, and has all the workouts, details and information you need to have a great day on the trail.  When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!Get 20% off, plus free shipping, on all IQBar products by texting AMR to 64-000 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If your quads burn going up stairs, like Dina’s do, you’ll be intrigued by this episode of the question-and-answer show from the founders of Another Mother Runner. Or maybe you’re like Rachel, who asks for training guidance for a 20-mile, one-day hike, or Pam, who is running a marathon two months after her last 26.2: Coach Dimity McDowell serves up clear-eyed advice to both queries.  After Dimity details a recent “magical” bike ride, the duo starts serving up Q&As at BARRY INSERT TIME. Call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771) to record your question. Here are hiking training plans and Many Happy Miles.   When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Write your story: Visit BetterHelp.com/amr for 10% off your first month Go to DrinkAG1.com/AMR to start your New Year on a healthier note. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join hosts Dimity McDowell and Sarah Wassner Flynn as they reflect on the Many Happy Miles program, its vibrant community, and the inspiring stories of members who’ve become better runners and people through their participation. Dimity shares the origins of Many Happy Miles and how it has grown over the past six years. Then, hear from current Many Happy Miles members about how the program has positively impacted their lives, including: Jenna Molster & Ellen Harr, two best running friends who met through Many Happy Miles; Kate Barbier, who shares how the strength training baked into Many Happy Miles has complemented her running; and, Amy Davis, who reconnected with running (and even got a PR!) after a challenging four-year break, thanks to the support of Many Happy Miles. Throughout the episode, hear from other MHM members who share their highlights from the year.Feeling inspired to join Many Happy Miles in 2025? Registration is still open—don’t miss out on the chance to be part of this supportive community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is the ideal episode for anyone in need of athletic inspiration, empathy, and laughter: It’s a conversation with three co-hosts—Tish Hamilton, Amanda Loudin, and Ellison Weist. The gals recount 2024 highlights, including a marathon, numerous mountains summited, and a new fitness endeavor. And Ellison can always be counted on for book suggestions, including one about human longevity and another about the long life of a house.  When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! For a coveted entry as part of a dream race-cation, go to TCSSydneyMarathon.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join co-hosts Dimity McDowell and Sarah WF for a special episode as they look back on the incredible accomplishments within the Train Like a Mother community in 2024. From half-marathons to ultra-marathons, hiking challenges to marathons, these women have set big goals and crushed them.In this episode, we chat with four inspiring women: Dana Parisi, who rocked her Richmond Half-Marathon after training with the Better Together program. Amanda Ryan Fear, who flew across the country to take on the Mammoth March 20-mile hike with Hike Like a Mother. Courtney Kampf, who completed the grueling 50K Green Monster Trail Ultra with her dog, Theodore by training with AMR’s Ultra + Trail program. Maggie Rohlfing, who tackled her first marathon, the Crossroads Marathon, with the Heart + Sole program. Along the way, you’ll hear personal highlights from our Train Like a Mother coaches, sharing what made 2024 so special.Ready for a full year of workouts, community, and support? Join us in Many Happy Miles in 2025.Grab your limited-time “I Run Things” sticker here.Follow us on Instagram @anothermotherrunner for more inspiration and updates.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Get 20% off, plus free shipping, on allIQBar products by texting AMR to 64-000 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Armchair travelers and adventurous runners alike will enjoy this episode: The guest is travel writer and mother runner Allison Torres Burtka. Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Molly Williams, Allison shares: -details on running + hiking in Alaska, Sri Lanka, the Alps, + more; -why exploring somewhere on foot is so rewarding; -the transformative power of a BIPOC running retreat; and,-advice for finding running routes in new-to-you places. Before the guest joins at about 10:27, Molly shares some quasi-gruesome tales of the survival course she’s taking! Get your free sticker here. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! For the chance at a coveted spot in 2025, go to TCSSydneyMarathon.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is ideal for anyone looking for holiday gift suggestions for runners, prompted by a question from Nicole, as well as folks struggling to formulate a weight-room workout, like Sarah. Also, anyone with an irregular work schedule, like Jen, will appreciate Dimity’s insightful training advice. Doing a downhill race in 2025, like Whitney? Coach Dimity has loads of practical advice—and Sarah reads a short, sassy essay about going downhill.  The duo turns to questions at about 7:11. Call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771) to record your question. Here are the giftguides mentioned, as well as our discounts page and Many Happy Miles.   When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! For the chance at a coveted spot in 2025, go to TCSSydneyMarathon.com  Train smart: Get $200 off your Tonal purchasewith promo code AMR at Tonal.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices