Another Mother Runner

Sarah flies solo to talk with three women runners about running in different settings: urban (Chicago), suburban (Chicago ’burb), and rural (Minnesota dairyland). Laugh, and learn: the sights they see on their daily runs (including one admission of “scenery doesn’t matter to me”); how everyone (including SBS) chooses their routes; bathroom + water break options in the city and suburbs; running surface options—and why it matters; and, the ties that bind us all no matter where we run! Ellison joins Sarah in the intro to talk about her cross-country move back to her hometown in South Carolina. (The books E. recommends: Caste by Isabel Wilkerson and American Royals by Katherine McGee) Sarah starts gabbing with the first guest at 16:11. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Sleep more, stress less: Get 40% off a Calm Premium subscription atCalm.com/amrRoasts to boast about: Get 20% off a Roaster’s Choice subscriptionwith code AMR20 at presshousecoffee.com/amrHire from the best: Get a $75 credit from the number one jobsite in the world at Indeed.com/amr  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dimity and Sarah serve up suggestions for:-Aussie Carolyn on nailing a sub-2:00 half-marathon;-strength-building moves Julie (or anyone!) can add into a run;-Sarah so she can keep running regularly after a fall half-marathon; and,-Amy, who is ice-bath curious! The final step to better running: Visit Currex.us and use code AMR15 for 15% off a pair of Currex insoles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Tish talk to two adventurous women who each completed a FKT (Fastest Known Time), including Liz Anjos, who set a women’s record for doing the Appalachian Trail (AT) from south to north, and Elisa Laverty, who nearly beat her ultrarunner husband’s FKT on the same loop! Live vicariously listening to: Liz talk about putting in 18-20 hours per day on the AT, despite developing severe shin splints on Day 3 (of 52!); Liz share feeling apprehensive and overwhelmed every morning—and exalted every evening; Elisa detail how a summer of riding a gravel bike revived her running mojo; Elisa recount covering the final 3.5 miles—and 4,000’ of elevation gain!—of the 43-mile loop; and, Elisa encourage everyone to “build an epic route” for themselves. In the introduction, Sarah details life in smoke-choked Portland. Liz, the first of the two FKT’ers, joins the conversation at 16:01. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Roasts to boast about: Get 20% off a Roaster’s Choice subscriptionwith code AMR20 at presshousecoffee.com/amrPrioritize your pleasure: Get a 30-day free trial at DipseaStories.com/amrMake learning about STEAM fun: Go to kiwico.com/amr and get your first month FREE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taking one for the vicarious living team, Adrienne Martini bared her buns—and most everything else—in the Bouncing Buns Clothing Optional 5K.On this entertaining podcast, she bares, among other things,:—The impetus behind getting out of her comfort zone;—Why she opted to wear a sports bra. (Hint: It wasn’t all for support!); and—Whether or not she’d do it again.Read Adrienne's race account, which interweaves the story of dropping her oldest at college for the first time. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Amanda converse with Sika Henry who, at age 36, has her sights set on becoming the first professional Black female triathlete in the U.S. Sika shares: the story of her first marathon, including calling her bestie to pick her up at Mile 17 (!); details about a serious bike accident she had in a May 2019 triathlon–and her subsequent comeback; reasons triathlon is dominated by Caucasian men—and what she’s doing to bring Black youth into the sport; her recovery and self-care tools, including an innovative “human sound” therapy system; and, her next competitive challenge in the absence of organized races. The mother runners talk about their respective oldest kids + college in the intro chitchat; Sika hops on at 13:56. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Roasts to boast about: Get 20% off a Roaster’s Choice subscriptionwith code AMR20 at presshousecoffee.com/amrHire from the best: Get a $75 credit from the number one jobsite in the world at Indeed.com/amrA bright idea: Get 20% off your Amazon Smart Lighting Bundle bygoing to amazon.com/runner Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Dimity provide insight for:-Holly who’s wanting to morph into a “morning workout warrior”;-best blood donation practices for runners-in-training like Rose;-Kelly, who is the market for compression sleeves to help with a calf injury; and,-the pros and cons of running on the beach to Perry. Compression sleeve brands recommended: Lily Trotters, CEP, and Zenah The final step to better running: Visit Currex.us and use code AMR15 for 15% off a pair of Currex insoles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Dimity, buzzing from the Love the Run You’re With 2.0 virtual relay race weekend, gab with three gals who took part in the solo-yet-very-much-part of-a-team event. Live vicariously as: Brooke recounts recreating elements of an episode of The Office with her teammates; Lisa extols the delight of tapping into creativity by scheming team names, batons, and costumes; Lisa and Emily detail getting soaked by storms; all three talk about becoming fast friends with other runners who were strangers just days before; and, Emily shares the profound impact it made for teammates to “meet each other where they were.” In the intro, Dimity and Sarah recount their relay experiences, with Dimity cycling her segments. Brooke joins the conversation at 18:36. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Try any four Press House artisanal coffees for just $20,then use code AMR20 for 20% off your first order at presshousecoffee.com/amrSmooth deal: Enjoy an extra 10% off your order byusing code amr at shapermint.com/amr Get your Brit on: Try Acorn TV and get your first 30 days free byusing code AMR at Acorn.TV Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Train Like a Mother Club welcomes Christy Scott, an ultra runner, personal trainer and running coach who has designed new 50K and 50-mile programs.The two discuss:—The allure of the ultra—and how it is doable for nearly every runner;—How Christy ran 133 miles once—and plans to go longer next year;—Specifics of the two new programs, including why Sundays are always easy days;—Why pacing or volunteering at an aid station can help with your own ultra goals. Check out the new programs:Train Like a Mother 50K Program: 20 weeksTrain Like a Mother 50 Mile Program: 22 weeks Also, Coach Stephanie Howe continues to be involved with the Train Like a Mother Club; check out her on-demand program Nutrition for Ultras: On and Off the Trail Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Katie are regaled by tales from three women runners who participated in races—a 70.3 triathlon, a marathon, and a 10K—this summer during the pandemic. Learn: -what it feels like to, once again (finally!), push in pursuit of a finish line; -that “tee times” aren’t just for golf anymore; -why you might want to practice your bottle-opening skills on training runs; -what precautions race organizers are (and aren’t) taking to keep participants safe; and, -the spirit-lifting, optimism-affirming rush of a race. The host-duo talks school schedules—and the surprising joy of chauffering kids—in the intro. The first guest (Coach Jen Harrison) hops on 12:31. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Try any four Press House artisanal coffees for just $20,then use code AMR20 for 20% off your first order at presshousecoffee.com/amrHire from the best: Get a $75 credit from the number one jobsite in the world at Indeed.com/amrPrioritize your pleasure: Get a 30-day free trial at DipseaStories.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dimity and Sarah offer advice for:-Taylor to hit a half-marathon goal time (grit + strength training required!);-training a BRD (Best Running Dog) for new hound-owner Cheri; and,-Julie on staying hydrated and healthy on hot, humid runs. The final step to better running: Visit Currex.us and use code AMR15 for 15% off a pair of Currex insoles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices