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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Sep 7, 2021 • 37min
AMR Answers #74: Sidestepping Injury; Runner Self-Identy
Sarah and Dimity serve up advice: -about avoiding injury when, like Margaret, you’re not training for an event;-to Mel about cycling by heart rate; -for Barb re: identifying as a runner even when switching to walking (for now?!). Dimity gives an exciting race recap (hint: podium!) before offering answers starting at 12:15. 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. Need more answers? Check out more episodes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 3, 2021 • 1h
#484: Heat, Air Quality, and Runners
Sarah and Tish Hamilton have a conversation with Jennifer Vanos, Ph.D., an Assistant Professor at the School of Sustainability at Arizona State University and a first-time pregnant runner. The climate scientist covers:-ways to mitigate heat while running;-steps to take when your race day forecast calls for hot conditions;-what ozone pollution is—and why it’s bad for runners;-societal vulnerabilities related to air pollution; and,-the effects of “inefficient sweating.”In the intro chitchat, Sarah shares her unexpected emotions on the first day of school in 18+ months for her teen twins. The climate doc joins at 13:00. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! The newest Nuun—Immunity3: Visit nuunlife.com and use code NUUNAMR20 for 20% off any order.Feel empowered with Birdie: Get 15% off your first purchase at ShesBirdie.com/AMRRefresh your running wardrobe: Get $20 off your KORSA order at roadrunnersports.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 31, 2021 • 34min
AMR Trains #40: Taper Nutrition with Ellie Kempton, MSN, RDN
Fall is in the air—which means half marathons and marathons are too!In this episode, Dimity talks to Ellie Kempton about Taper Nutrition: how to properly fill up your personal fuel tank so you're raring to go on race day.The two talk about:—Why taper nutrition should start two weeks—not 24 hours–out from race day;—The "quick tease" that alcohol and sugar provide (and how to find better substitutes);—What types of protein are best to eat during race week;—And the fats that will compliment the taper process by bringing inflammation down even further.Get Ellie's Timely Taper Tips + Taper Recipes right here.Join us in Simply Nourished Like a Mother: September 13-November 7, 2021.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.Ready for more Training? Steaming hot episodes served up here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 27, 2021 • 1h 1min
#483: An Afro-Latina Runner Takes on the TransRockies Run
Sarah and Amanda chat with Adalgisa “Lisa” Rivera, an Afro-Latina runner from NYC who just tackled the TransRockies Run. As part of our Run in Her Shoes series, Lisa details this “transformative” experience, including:-being one of ~20 BIPOC participants in the “white space”; -the therapeutic work she did pre-race to face her fears and trepidation; -the steep learning curve of switching from concrete to trail; and,-the crucial importance of establishing “whys” before a big race.Kicking off a Colorado theme, co-host Amanda shares a few adventures in the Rocky Mountain State after just moving there from Maryland. The conversation with Lisa commences at 14:23. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!Give yourself an underwear refresh: Save 20% on Runderwear with code AMR20 at Runderwear.com Keep it fresh with Rothy’s washable shoes + bags. Check them out at Rothys.com/AMR Redefining learning: Get your first month free on select crates at kiwico.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 24, 2021 • 34min
AMR Answers #73: Training for a Downhill Race; Timing of Foam Rolling
Dimity and Sarah provide counsel: -about training with a spouse in response to Megan’s question;-to Maya about ramping up (down?!) to run a downhill race; and, -for Molly on the timing for foam rolling and stretching. The key? Consistency.In the intro, Dimity details her aquabike training, plus an upcoming race. The duo starts offering answers at 9:09.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.Need more answers? Check out more episodes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 20, 2021 • 58min
#482: Two Coaches Talk Post-Run Recovery
Sarah has an in-depth conversation with her favorite coaching duo, Liz Waterstraat and Jen Harrison, focusing on perhaps the most oft-overlooked element of running: recovery. The coaches cover:-the three main components of recovery (including that it even starts pre-run!);-what qualifies as a rest day;-pointers for foam rolling;-sleep hygiene and its roll in successful workouts; plus,-the mental side of recovery.In the intro, Liz details her recent, forged-from-adversity sprint triathlon race; Coach Jen jumps on at 15:39.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!Stress less: Enjoy 40% off a Calm Premium subscription at Calm.com/amrGood night! Birch is giving $200 off all mattresses + 2 free eco-rest pillows at BirchLiving.com/amrFeel empowered with Birdie: Get 15% off your first purchase at ShesBirdie.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 17, 2021 • 50min
AMR Trains #39: Hiking Half Dome in Yosemite National Park
Part adventure, part friendship, part inspiration. Complementing the Half Dome recap post, Dimity talks to Joann Verweij and Jessica Johnston—the J-Team—about hiking the iconic orb in Yosemite National Park.Among other things, the trio lays out:—Optimal training for the 17-mile, 4,800 foot hike (stairs! lots of stairs!);—The logistics of having a successful and joy-filled long day on the trail;—How to navigate the final 400 feet of cables up the rock face;—And why a big adventure is just as—if not more—satisfying than crossing a finish line.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.Ready for more Training? Steaming hot episodes served up here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 13, 2021 • 58min
#481: A Chat w/ the Author of I Hate Running
Sarah and Molly have a good gab with Brendan Leonard, a.k.a. Semi-Rad, author of the satirical-and-insightful book I Hate Running and You Can Too. The trio talks about:-the love-hate relationship many folks have with running and fitness;-the need to becoming comfortable with being uncomfortable; -the intangible gains running bestows, such as resilience and stoicism; -the ins-and-out of self-talk; and, -accountability v. inspiration. In the intro chitchat, Molly details her upcoming hiking adventure, including her greatest irrational fears. Brendan joins the conversation at 14:45.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!Cheers! Get 20% off all Nuun products with code NUUNAMR20 at Nuunlife.comSubscribe + use code amr to save an extra 10% off your first order at shopflamingo.com/amr The final step to better running: visit currex.us and use code AMR15 for 15% off insoles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 10, 2021 • 35min
AMR Answers #72: Fueling during a Half; Running While Pregnant
Sarah and Dimity offer insight for: -Christine about fueling during a half-marathon (including how to do a GU);-pregnant Christine about running with a baby on board; and,-Pam on best sites for finding regional races (including RaceRaves + halfmarathons.net).Sarah chats about SUP’ing before the duo dives into the questions at 10:56. 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Aug 6, 2021 • 1h 13min
#330: Find Your Athletic “Happy Place”
Sarah + Amanda talk with a variety of athletes on this episode that originally aired in 2018. Dr. Justin Ross, a Denver-based psychologist and marathon runner, kicks things off by defining an athletic happy place. Then two women runners, Michelle and Casii, talk about their respective smile-makers. Casii talks about how running on trails helps her unlug and “be in the step.”JRo joins the convo at 24:42.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!KORSA apparel makes us smile: Get $20 off your order at roadrunnersports.com/amrNutrition from nature: Get $15 off your first order at WildAlaskanCompany.com/AMRGood night! Birch is giving $200 off all mattresses + 2 free eco-rest pillows at BirchLiving.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
