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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Nov 16, 2021 • 30min
AMR Answers: AMR Co-Founders Ask Each Other Questions
A unique episode in which Sarah and Dimity ask each other questions—and provide answers! Each of the mother runners talk about memorable athletic moments; they share what’s bringing them joy; Dimity divulges how she got her kids to engage in sports; and Sarah reveals her new sporty passion. A fun listen full of laughs! When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Stay fit this winter with iFit technology: Explore options at NordicTrack.com Get 50% off your first order at HiyaHealth.com/AMR or enter code AMR at checkout Tune in, turn on: Enjoy 30 days free of the Dipsea app by going to DipseaStories.com/amr Need more answers? Check out more episodes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 12, 2021 • 57min
How to Run in Any Winter Weather
Unless you’re hibernating this winter, you need to listen to this episode featuring Chicago-based running coach, Robyn LaLonde, who shares savvy advice for making it through the miles in cold, snow, rain, and wind. Along with hosts Sarah and Tish, Robyn offers: -why winter is her favorite running season (!); -a personal take on layering to stay warm + dry; -intriguing guidance on showering after a frigid run; -high praise for a good brimmed hat; and,-creative tips for running on a windy day. In the intro chitchat, Tish confesses to her anxiety leading up running her 10th (!) New York City Marathon. Intrepid Robyn joins from “Chiberia” at 16:16. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Feel supported: Save 15% at Handful.com with promo code HandfulAMR15 Hop to it: Save 20% off your first purchase at Jiminys.com/AMR and use code AMR20 at checkout Stay Calm during the holidays: enjoy 40% off a Calm Premium subscription at Calm.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 9, 2021 • 43min
AMR Trains: How to Cope with the Post-Race Blues
This podcast will resonate with anybody who has crossed a finish line—and unexpectedly fel sad, listless or empty in the days following. Dimity talks to Jodi Edmonds, who ran her first marathon in October and was surprised by the post-race blues she felt after her very successful race, and Dr. Erin Alaya, a Licensed Psychologist who specializes in health and sport psychology.The trio candidly discuss:—How typical—and total normal—it is to feel the post-race blues;—How your personal values come into play when you lose the focus and structure of training;—What you can do to prepare for them before you cross your finish line;—And when it makes sense to call in a professional to help you through them.This episode is brought to you exclusively by our longtime partner Nuun! Cheers! Get 20% off all Nuun products with code NUUNAMR20 at Nuunlife.comReady for more Training? Steaming hot episodes served up here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 5, 2021 • 49min
Your Race Is over: Now What?
If you're fresh off a race—or have one on the horizon—this episode is for you: Sarah talks with two coaches who detail the best next steps to take post-race. Coaches Amanda Loudin and Mandy Cherry lay out:-the cycle of building up, breaking down, and all-important recovery; -what constitutes “rest” after a big effort (sorry, no couch involved); -the benefits of easy runs; -surprising-for-Sarah blister treatment; and,-how much time to take between races. Take a swig of Nuun Immunity3 every time a coach utters the word, “microtears.” Post-race talk starts at 15:07.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Refresh your running wardrobe: get $20 off your KORSA order at roadrunnersports.com/amr See here: To try 5 pairs of glasses at home for free, go to WarbyParker.com/AMR You need Indeed: Get a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 2, 2021 • 33min
AMR Answers: Improving Balance + Half-Marathon Recovery Time
Sarah and Dimity offer words of wisdom for:-Becca, who wants to work on her balance; -Tara, about how much time to take off between half-marathons; and, -Rachel, bedeviled by cold hands while running. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support.An underwear refresh: Save 20% on Runderwear with code AMR20 at Runderwear.com/amrFeel empowered with Birdie: Get 15% off your first purchase at ShesBirdie.com/AMRWe can all use some help: for 10% off your first month, go to betterhelp.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 29, 2021 • 42min
Run Fast, Eat Slow’s Elyse Kopecky Talks about Her New Cookbook
Fans of Run Fast, Eat Slow (read: everyone!) will adore this episode, in which co-founder Elyse Kopecky talks all about their just-out cookbook, Rise & Run: Recipes, Rituals and Runs to Fuel Your Day, with Sarah and Katie. Elyse: -sings the joys of muffins—including 24 (!) new Superhero Muffin recipes; -demystifies baking with a wide array of flours; -shares how to make a balanced, tasty smoothie; and,-details exciting, start-with-Shalane plans for her upcoming marathon, her first! Just for AMR listeners, Elyse shares the recipes to the Superhero Muffin 2.0 and the Everything Bagel Superhero Muffin.Speaking of races: In the intro, Sarah talks about her recent quarter-marathon (a squeaker!) before Elyse joins at 16:01.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Feel supported: Save 15% at Handful.com with promo code HandfulAMR15 We can all use some help: For 10% off your first month, go to betterhelp.com/amr A beautiful deal: Get 15% off your first order at ThriveCausemetics.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 26, 2021 • 39min
AMR Trains: I'm Not a Runner Documentary
Find out when five women—all new runners, all with complicated life stories—train for the New York City Marathon.Australian Running coach Anna Liptak followed their journey in her new documentary I'm Not a Runner.Dimity and Anna chat about: —The various speed bumps, both physical and mental, the runners overcame during 15 months of training;—Why strength training was a key component of getting to the finish line; —Capturing the amazing energy of the New York City Marathon—and the runners' energy shift at the 30K mark;—And why, as Anna says, obstacles are where you find the most joy.Rent I'm Not a Runner for $5: You won't regret it!This episode is brought to you exclusively by our longtime partner Nuun! Cheers! Get 20% off all Nuun products with code NUUNAMR20 at Nuunlife.comReady for more Training? Steaming hot episodes served up here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 22, 2021 • 1h 3min
Breast Cancer 2 Bikini Physique Competition
Listen to this episode for inspiration—and eye-popping laughs. Sarah and Dimity host guest Dana Sullivan, a 57-year-old breast cancer survivor who took part in an intensive weight-training and nutrition program that culminated in wearing a bikini in a physique competition! Dana reveals: -a shocking twist in her cancer diagnosis; -jaw-dropping elements of the 24-week, body-transforming program; -TMI details (spray tan, waxing, a red Solo Cup) about getting stage-ready; plus,-her early obsession (+ an encounter) with Arnold Schwarzenegger! Dimity tells tales of a family road trip to see her volleyball-playing daughter before Dana joins the show at 16:34. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 19, 2021 • 36min
AMR Answers: Post-marathon Recovery Time + Aid Station 101
Whether you just finished your fall race or it’s coming up, you want to listen as Dimity and Sarah suggest:-recovery protocol for Amanda who’s fresh off the Boston Marathon;-hydration-station tactics for first-time race participant Esther; and,-ways for Carey to get her relay partner’s rear in gear!Shiver as Sarah details her final open-water swim sessions, and Dimity divulges her post-race attitude. The answers commence at 8:18.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Feel supported: Save 15% at Handful.com with promo code HandfulAMR15 Hop to it: Save 20% off your first purchase at Jiminys.com/amr and use code AMR20. Relight your spark: Enjoy 30 days free of the Dipsea app by going to DipseaStories.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 15, 2021 • 44min
TikTok Celeb + Marathoner-in-Training Mrs. Space Cadet
Newbie runners, wannabe-marathoners, and lovers of sly, silly humor, this is your episode! Sarah and Coach Liz gab with TikTok sensation Mrs. Space Cadet (a.k.a. mom of three Erin Azar). Erin shares:-how filming videos keeps her company on rural runs;-that she has no clue why folks follow her on social media;-details of her first in-person race (at long last!), a recent 18-miler;-her fave running gear, including hydration vest, shorts, and GU flavors; and,-the long, bumpy road leading her to this year’s New York City Marathon.Before Mrs. Space Cadet joins at 17:05, the hosting duo each confess to surreptitiously disposing of family belongings. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!We can all use some help: for 10% off your first month, go to betterhelp.com/amrGo to Curology.com/amr for a free 30-day trial, just pay $4.95 for shipping & handling. Subscribe + use code amr to save an extra 10% off your first order at shopflamingo.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
