Another Mother Runner

Sliding in between two 2020 catch-up episodes of the weekly Another Mother Runner podcast, Dimity chats with three Train Like a Mother Club Coaches: Ultra Coach Christy Scott, 5K Coach Jenn Gill, and Triathlon and Heart + Soul Coach Jen Harrison.Tune in to find out:—How quickly Coach Christy healed after donating a kidney to her daughter;—Why Coach Jenn was slightly relieved when COVID canceled a (two-wheeled) race; and—What race (the other) Coach Jen is hoping returns as she turns 50 this year. Train Like a Mother Club Programs:Christy Scott coaches the Ultra ProgramsJenn Gill coaches the 5K ProgramsAnd Jen Harrison, along with Elizabeth Waterstraat, coaches the Triathlon Programs and Heart + Sole heart rate running programs See where you can go with a NordicTrack treadmill with iFit: Visit NordicTrack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An annual tradition, Sarah checks in with each of her co-hosts to rehash the year and cast ahead to this New Year. (Hallelujah!) This is the first of a two-part’er as there are eight co-hosts to catch up with: On this episode, SBS gabs with Katie, Coach Liz, Ellison, and Tish. The wide-ranging, laughter-filled conversation veers from Tish’s workout streak to Sarah and Ellison’s lively “Bridgerton” discourse.Book recommendations in the episode:All the Devils Are Here: Louise PennyStill Life: Louise PennyGentleman Jim: A Tale of Romance and Revenge: Mimi MatthewsBringing Down the Duke: Evie DunmoreAnxious People: Fredrik BackmanWhen you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!Peds All Day Active No Show socks are available at retailers like Walmart, Target, Amazon, and on peds.comFind quality candidates instantly: Get a $75 credit at Indeed.com/amrHere’s to more pleasure in 2021: Get a 30-day free trial at DipseaStories.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Going back to the start, the debut episode of AMR Answers. Sarah and Dimity tell:-Ellen how to regain her running mojo;-Sarah how to hop on her first-ever training plan; and,-Barb the best ways to stay in shape when not on a training plan.Discover the benefits of CBD: Discover weekly deals, including a bundle package, at NaturesGemCBD.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The tables are turned on this episode, with Sarah in the guest seat being interviewed by Jonathan Levitt, the host of For the Long Run. The laughter-filled episode covers the genesis and growth of AMR, first marathons, the meaning of community, life balance, and more.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!Get a free year’s supply of Liquid Vitamin D + 5 travel packs with your first purchase at athleticgreens.com/amrGet the right credit cards: See how much you could earn at GigaPoints.com/AMRSleep better: Enjoy 40% off a Calm Premium subscription at Calm.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The second part of a double feature, this podcast and the weekly Another Mother Runner podcast (released on December 18) share a theme: Running after COVID-19.Today, Dimity talks to Dr. Jonathan Kim, a runner and an Atlanta-based sports cardiologist who is part of the team that wrote the American College of Cardiology Sports and Exercise guidelines on getting back to sport after COVID-19.Dr. Kim explains:—a responsible returning to training after contracting COVID-19;—when to have medical supervision as you return; and—what symptoms indicate you might be rushing your return.See where you can go with a NordicTrack treadmill with iFit: Visit NordicTrack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Katie (who had COVID-19 in July) talk with three women about their experiences with COVID-19 and their returns to running after the illness. The women detail:-their myriad symptoms and the progression of them;-numerous lingering side effects;-their return to exercise, which, for one ultrarunner, meant 40 minutes to cover a flat ¼-mile;-fire-like feelings in their lungs after formerly “easy” runs; and,-their anecdotal advice on prevention and treatment.In the introductory chitchat, the co-hosts talk up AMR’s OUTRUN 2020 New Year Eve Virtual 5K. The conversation turns to COVID at 6:55.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!See where you can go with a NordicTrack treadmill with iFit technology at NordicTrack.comPrioritize your pleasure: Get a 30-day free trial at DipseaStories.com/amrBring your family closer together: Save $10 at Storyworth.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Dimity tell:-Jessica traction devices options for running on snow + ice (including screw shoes);-track workout basics to Katie;-new-mom Emily how often to hit the dirt when training for her first 50K; and,-their own 2021 athletic plans in response to Jen’s query.Discover the benefits of CBD: Get one of three weekly deals, including a discount on Sarah’s favorite Rejuvenating Balm, at NaturesGemCBD.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Molly talk with three formerly reluctant runners on how they each became an enthusiastic runner. The women share:-the beauty of a walk break;-mantras + mottos that get them moving-the lure of data + annual mileage tallies;-about shifting from road to trail—and how it banishes negative self-talk; and,-how comparison is the thief of joyMolly shares about recent foot surgery in the intro, then the host duo delve into the main conversation at 5:44.  When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! Drink up the goodness: Receive 20% off any Nuun order with code HYDRATEAMR at nuunlife.com Use code AMR for 50% off your first month + free shipping on your first crate line at kiwico.com 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

Dimity chats with Jana Green, Danielle Ligocki, and Shannon Tate, three members of Many Happy Miles to get a soles-on-the-ground perspective of our annual membership program.Listen in as the conversation flows through:—Jana’s incredible two-year Many Happy Miles streak—and the benefits to her health;—The virtual community on Danielle thrives in, despite her not being on Facebook; and—How Shannon uses Many Happy Miles to recover from her third knee surgery (and has taken two minutes off of her average splits through consistency in cardio and strength!).Join us in Many Happy Miles in 2021: register here. Registration for new members closes on January 10, 2021.   See where you can go with a NordicTrack treadmill with iFit: Visit NordicTrack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and new occasional co-host Liz Waterstraat do a deep dive with Kate Kneifel, a therapist who specializes in anxiety and host of the Full of Shift podcast, about how to cope with anxiety. Therapist Kate and Coach Liz cover:-the importance of making space for difficult emotions—and treating them “like leaves on a stream”-the critical role meditation and breathing exercises can play in managing stress;-ways to help teens with anxiety (including several book recommendations);-how injured runners can find balance and peace with shorter, less frequent workouts; and,-a make-you-laugh anecdote involving butterflies and tattoos!Get acquainted with Coach Liz in the introduction. Kate the Therapist joins the show at 11:40.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!Peds All Day Active No Show socks are available at retailers like Walmart, Target, Amazon, and on peds.comHire fast and efficiently: Get a $75 credit from the #1 jobsite on the planet at Indeed.com/amrGift goodr: Buy one pair, get another pair 50% off with code AMR at goodr.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices