Another Mother Runner

Hill is a four-letter word no longer; Holly Brooks, a two-time Olympian and two-time winner of the Mount Marathon, inspires us to embrace the climb .Among other things, Holly explains:—The importance being aware of your self-talk;—The concept of Central Governor (why your brain often says quit before your body is ready);—How to reframe a tough workout to focus on the benefits; and—Why dividing a hill into thirds can help you conquer it more efficiently.At the end, Holly and Dimity chat a bit about Moms Matter Now and perinatal mental health; look for a full episode later this year.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

Sarah and Katie enjoy candid conversations with three Latina runners in this second installment of our series Run in My Shoes, in which we aim to amplify the voices of a wider array of runners. The guests detail:-overcoming guilt imposed by their extended families at taking time to run;-the empowering effects of running;-the viewpoint of running held by many in the Hispanic community;-concerning incidents precipitated by racial profiling; and,-ways to welcome more Latinas into the world of running.In the intro chitchat, Katie shares an embarrassing dog anecdote and Sarah kvetches about earlier wake-ups. The primer invitada joins at 15:00.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!Good night! Birch is giving $200 off all mattresses + 2 free eco-rest pillows at BirchLiving.com/amr The final step to better running: Visit currex.us and use code AMR15 for 15% off insoles. Self-care shave essentials from Flamingo for just $16 with free shipping at shopflamingo.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Dimity clue in:-Cara about the benefits and how-to’s of weighted running vests;-Melissa on going long to go long; and,-Leah on coolest top options for summer runs.In the intro, Dimity gives a detailed report of her recent swim-bike (“aquabike”) race, and Sarah tells a tale about chasing a unicorn. (For realz!) 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

Sarah and Tish Hamilton get to chatting with science writer and occasional runner Sarah Everts, author of the new book The Joy of Sweat: the Strange Science of Perspiration. With wit and wisdom, the guest details:-how sweat is “an evolutionary superpower”;-why people sweat at different rates;-sweat at different ages and stages of life, including pregnancy and menopause;-differences between exercise-produced sweat v. emotion-triggered perspiration;-cultural cravings for sweat sessions; and-the societal stigma of sweating profusely. In the intro chitchat, Sarah shares details about her teen son’s first real job. The sweat-speak starts at 15:58.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! KORSA shorts are summer salvation: Get $20 off your order at roadrunnersports.com/amr Stress less this summer: Enjoy 40% off a Calm Premium subscription at Calm.com/amrStart Thriving: Get $20 off your first order and a free gift when you join today at ThriveMarket.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dimity chats with Laurel Short and Tiffany Cross, two Kansas-City based triathletes and best running friends, who conquered Des Moines Ironman 70.3 in late June.In this extra long race report, the trio cover:—The importance of having a training partner for accountability (especially in a pandemic year!);—How Laurel, a first-time triathlete, tackled open water swimming–and getting into her wet suit;—How Tiffany mentally pushed herself during her bike workouts to prep for race day;—And how the pair reset on race day, when rain canceled a big portion of the bike.Ready to tri? Check out our Triathlon Training Programs.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

Sarah and Molly get personal with four women runners, talking about what it’s like to run in just a sports bra—no tank or tee over it. The conversation takes some unexpected turns. A few revealed confessions are:-one runner visualizes herself as Kara Goucher to summon speed + courage;-the vanity + bitterness that fuel one grandmother runner to bare her bod;-the amped-up runner’s high one pregnant runner feels when a breeze hits her midsection;-the self-imposed intimidation one breast cancer survivor feels on bra-squad runs. In the intro chitchat, the BRFs lament the Portland weather-inferno. The first guest joins at 15:56.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. Save big: To start saving up to 80% on your prescriptions today, go to GoodRX.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

Answers of a different sort: In this crossover episode, Lexi Miller, a running coach and the pregnant host of the Defining Endurance podcast, quizzes Sarah about juggling running with mothering at different stages. In true SBS style, Sarah gives candid responses, including sharing about running while doing IVF.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!Small-chested runners rejoice: Get 10% off your first Pepper Bras order at WearPepper.com/AMRTune in, turn on: Enjoy 30 days free of the Dipsea app by going to DipseaStories.com/amrSave big: To start saving up to 80% on your prescriptions today, go to GoodRX.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Ellison put their heads together for this beloved annual tradition: the Summer Reading episode. This year, the duo expanded their selections to include more non-fiction options and some poetry recommendations. Here are the books they highlight:The Lost Boys of Montauk: Amanda M. FairbanksFour Hundred Souls: edited by Ibram X. Kendi and Keisha N. BlainHow the Word is Passed: Clint SmithThe Third Pole: Mark SynottThe Premonition: Michael LewisThe Plague Years: Lawrence WrightBrat: Andrew McCarthyToo Much Is Not Enough: Andrew RannellsThe Plot: Jean Hanff KorelitzThe Last Thing He Told Me: Laura DaveThe Other Black Girl: Zakiya Dalila HarrisSwim back to Trout River: Linda Rui FengKlara and the Sun: Kazuo IshiguroSummer on the Bluffs: Sunny HostinA Sitting in St. James: Rita Williams- GarciaAce of Spades: Faridah Abiké-IyimidéHead Off & Split: Nikky FinneyThe Big Smoke: Adrian Matejka Ellison shares details about joining a running club and the first track workouts she’s done in years. The book babble kicks off at 18:04. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!Good night! Birch is giving $200 off all mattresses+ 2 free eco-rest pillows at BirchLiving.com/amrCheck out all the amazing shoes, bags, and masksavailable right now at Rothys.com/amrSimplify dinner: For 14 free meals + free shipping, go to HelloFresh.com/amr14 and use code amr14 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kathryn Bertine, author, activist, former pro cyclist, and documentary filmmaker, joins Dimity to talk about her newest book STAND: A Memoir on Activism.Among other things, the two discuss:—The massive disparities between men and women's pro cycling;—Why an abundance of patience is integral to both athletics and activism; —The day Kathryn thought she would end her life—and what stopped her;—How highpointing is bringing Kathryn a new athletic mission and unexpected joy.Links: Half the Road: Kathryn's documentary on women's cyclingHomestretch Foundation: Kathryn's foundation for developing women's cyclistsWhen you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!Nutrition from nature: Get $15 off your 1st box of premium seafood when you visit WildAlaskanCompany.com/AMRStart living a better life today: For 10% off your first month, go to betterhelp.com/amrTake care: For 50% off your FIRST Care/of order, visit take careof.com and enter promo code AMR50.Ready for more Training? Steaming hot episodes served up here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a nod to Father’s Day, Sarah and Dimity talk with Russell Newell, a father of four young kiddos and the author of Irondad Life. In detailing his journey to being on the cusp of his seventh Ironman triathlon, Russ shares: -how the more kids he has, the tougher training becomes; -his training (or lack thereof!); -why he cries as he sprints to the finish line; -nutrition advice that helped him get in racing shape; and,-marathon pacing advice.  In the intro, Sarah details her recent East Coast trip to visit her elderly mother and her BFF. The Irondad hustles in at 16:41.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. Get smooth: Score a Flamingo Shave Set for just $16 with free shipping at shopflamingo.com/amrShed the stress: Enjoy 40% off a Calm Premium subscription at Calm.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices