Another Mother Runner
881 episodes - English - Latest episode: 23 days ago - ★★★★★ - 1.3K ratingsA 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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Episodes
AMR Answers: Rest Day Demystified + Prehab v. Rehab
November 30, 2021 08:00 - 39 minutesDimity and Sarah counsel: -half-marathoner-in-training Derry on the importance of taking a rest day; -stepping-up-to-a-50K Jo on doing prehab with a physical therapist; and, -nighttime runner Tory on safety and light-up tips. To leave your question, please call 470-BADASS1(470-223-2771), keeping your message to 60 seconds or less. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! Feel empowered with Birdie: Get 15% off your first purchase at ShesBirdie.co...
Run In Her Shoes: Native Runners
November 26, 2021 08:00 - 1 hourGain a deeper understanding of Native American runners in this installment of our Run in Her Shoes series, featuring two Indigenous women runners, including Verna Volker, founder of Native Women Running. With Coach Liz as co-host, the guests explain: -the prayerful nature of running for Native Americans; -how being a morning runner is especially profound to a member of the Navajo Nation; -the mission to bring light to cases of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women; -how race organizers and...
AMR Trains: A Chat with Beer Mile World Champion Alli Morgan
November 23, 2021 08:00 - 26 minutesWant to hear the ins and outs of running a beer mile: four laps, four full beers, and lots of laughs? Tune in. Dimity talks to Alli Morgan, a two-time World Champion Beer Miler and the Women's World Record holder (6:16.5!) and the mom to 9-year-old twins. Alli, an Olympic Trials qualifier in the 10,000 meters and marathon, twists open the details on how: —She got involved in the beer mile; —She snagged the World Record (hint: it's in the chug); —She mentally talks herself through the final la...
Running Games to Get You Going [Repeat]
November 19, 2021 08:35 - 1 hourAn ideal episode if your running needs an infusion of fun! Sarah welcomes therapist Kate Kneifel, MSW, LCSW, who shares running games that can change your outlook and approach to running—and life. This one-on-one conversation (co-host Katie scoots after the intro chitchat) zigs and zags in delightful directions, including: -detailing running games you’ve never considered; -how creativity and playfulness can invigorate your relationship with running; -the value of giving your brain “something ...
How to Run in Any Winter Weather
November 12, 2021 08:00 - 56 minutesUnless 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 ...
AMR Trains: How to Cope with the Post-Race Blues
November 09, 2021 08:00 - 42 minutesThis 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...
Your Race Is over: Now What?
November 05, 2021 07:00 - 48 minutesIf 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 eve...
AMR Answers: Improving Balance + Half-Marathon Recovery Time
November 02, 2021 07:00 - 33 minutesSarah 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/amr Feel empowered with Birdie: Get 15% off your first purchase at ShesBirdie.com/AMR We can all use some help: for 10% off your fir...
Run Fast, Eat Slow’s Elyse Kopecky Talks about Her New Cookbook
October 29, 2021 07:00 - 41 minutesFans 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 ...
AMR Trains: I'm Not a Runner Documentary
October 26, 2021 07:00 - 39 minutesFind 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...
Breast Cancer 2 Bikini Physique Competition
October 22, 2021 07:00 - 1 hourListen 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 obse...
AMR Answers: Post-marathon Recovery Time + Aid Station 101
October 19, 2021 07:00 - 36 minutesWhether 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 yo...
TikTok Celeb + Marathoner-in-Training Mrs. Space Cadet
October 15, 2021 07:00 - 44 minutesNewbie 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 he...
AMR Trains: A Trio of Dramatic Race Reports
October 12, 2021 07:00 - 1 hourWhen races go amazing—and when they go amazingly off the rails. Join Dimity as she gives her National Championship Long Course Aquabike race report, and then fields race reports from coaches Jennifer Harrison (Ironman Wisconsin) and Elizabeth Waterstraat (70.3 World Championships in St. George, Utah). Tune in to hear the trio talk about: —The importance of mentally creating space for your race at the beginning of race week; —Why the size of your age group—or the race itself—does not deserve a...
Convo w/ Joanne Molinaro, the Korean Vegan
October 08, 2021 07:00 - 1 hourVegan, carnivore, or somewhere in between: You’ll enjoy this lively conversation with TikTok star and marathon runner Joanne Molinaro, the Korean Vegan, whose new cookbook/memoir debuts this month. Hosts Sarah and Katie talk with Joanne about: -the joy and pride Joanne felt the first time she ran three miles; -the egality of running; -Joanne’s reluctant entry into veganism; -how “go at your own pace” also applies to plant-based eating; and, -getting your family to be more adventurous eater...
AMR Answers: X-Training during Taper; Banish Running-in-the-Dark Fears
October 05, 2021 07:00 - 32 minutesListen to this episode before your next race because the hosts offer: -strength-training suggestions for Pam during her marathon taper; -Keisha get-started-running advice; and, -gear- and mind-set recommendations for Sara to get over her fear of running in the dark. Before the questions, Sarah shares race plans she just hatched for later this month! When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! Run in seamless comfort: save 20% with code AMR20 at Runderwear....
Breast Cancer Survivors Discuss Reconstruction Options
October 01, 2021 07:00 - 1 hourAn important episode for anyone facing down a mastectomy—or anyone with a loved one who is: Sarah talks with three long-term breast cancer survivors (including her co-host Katie) about their diagnoses, treatment, and breast reconstruction choices. Lots of lovely candor, bravery, lived wisdom, and a few tears. Highlights: -Katie’s analogy of getting on a treatment plan to following a training program; -Cary detailing why remaining flat-chested was the right choice for her; -how fake it ‘til yo...
AMR Trains: Master the Marathon with Author Ali Nolan
September 28, 2021 07:00 - 34 minutesAli Nolan, author of the recently released Master the Marathon, talks through: —The importance of pre-base and base training for more beginning runners; —The five training components necessary to master the marathon (they go way beyond running!); —How to know when you're physically and mentally ready to train for a marathon; —and the key three W's after a long training day. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! The final step to better running: Visi...
A Candid Conversation with a Fat Runner
September 24, 2021 07:00 - 39 minutesIf you’ve ever felt your weight was holding you back as a runner, you need to listen to this episode: It’s a lively, straight-talking convo between Sarah, Coach Liz, and guest Jill Angie, the size 20/22 author of Not Your Average Runner and a coach of larger-bodied runners. Jill shares: -the power she gained from reclaiming the word “fat” for herself; -how she avoids injuries (hint: strength training); -why focusing on getting faster is a losing proposition for her mindset; -athletic apparel ...
AMR Answers: Avoid Training Burnout; Run a Sub-2:00 Half-Marathon
September 21, 2021 07:00 - 31 minutesAn ideal episode for anyone training for a fall race, the hosts tell: -Julia how to beat training plan burnout; -Hillary how to keep marathon training “fun and light”; -Jana advice on achieving a sub-2:00 half-marathon; and, -Tiana the rationale for doing long runs slower than race pace. 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. V...
Racing Advice from a Mental Performance Coach
September 17, 2021 07:00 - 41 minutesA must-listen for anyone stepping up to a starting line soon! Sarah and Katie (who is running the Chicago Half-Marathon in a week) get great insight and advice from Meg Waldron, M.S., a mental performance coach and former competitive runner. Meg tells: -new ways to “chunk up” a race; -how self-talk can calm pre-race jitters + keep you strong in the final miles; -how + why to use visualization; -tricks to stay engaged + motivated even with few spectators; and, -strategies to plan your post-com...
AMR Trains: Basics of Running Injuries with Christy Diller, PT
September 14, 2021 07:00 - 37 minutesIf you're a chronically injured runner—or you're just feeling a niggle in your knee—this is the podcast for you. Christy Diller, PT, long-time runner, and running coach, talks you through: —When there's pain, how to discern between when to keep running and when to take a break; —Why movement is, with few exceptions, always beneficial (both for physical healing + mental health); —How she had an a-ha moment with her Achilles (even PT's get sick of doing their exercises!) —And why walking backwa...
#485: Meditation, Mindfulness, and Runners
September 10, 2021 07:00 - 1 hourSarah and Molly welcome Dr. Eva Selhub, a physician, mind-body expert, author, and iFit presenter, about the power of mindfulness and meditation for runners. Dr. Eva shares: -steps to nurture moment-to-moment awareness; -how mindfulness can make your runs easier and more enjoyable (!); -ways to feel more at ease and more joyful; -practical suggestions for fostering a meditation practice; and, -a powerful on-air mindfulness experiment. Before Dr. Eva joins at 16:43, Sarah shares details ab...
AMR Answers #74: Sidestepping Injury; Runner Self-Identy
September 07, 2021 07:00 - 36 minutesSarah 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 insol...
#484: Heat, Air Quality, and Runners
September 03, 2021 07:00 - 1 hourSarah 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 chitch...
AMR Trains #40: Taper Nutrition with Ellie Kempton, MSN, RDN
August 31, 2021 07:00 - 34 minutesFall 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 complimen...
#483: An Afro-Latina Runner Takes on the TransRockies Run
August 27, 2021 07:00 - 1 hourSarah 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 ...
AMR Answers #73: Training for a Downhill Race; Timing of Foam Rolling
August 24, 2021 07:00 - 33 minutesDimity 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...
#482: Two Coaches Talk Post-Run Recovery
August 20, 2021 07:00 - 58 minutesSarah 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 triathlo...
AMR Trains #39: Hiking Half Dome in Yosemite National Park
August 17, 2021 07:00 - 49 minutesPart 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...
#481: A Chat w/ the Author of I Hate Running
August 13, 2021 07:00 - 58 minutesSarah 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 hiki...
AMR Answers #72: Fueling during a Half; Running While Pregnant
August 10, 2021 07:00 - 35 minutesSarah 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%...
#330: Find Your Athletic “Happy Place”
August 06, 2021 07:00 - 1 hourSarah + 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 ap...
AMR Trains #39: Dimity Learns to Race
August 03, 2021 20:10 - 48 minutesWith about nine weeks before the USA Triathlon Long Course Aquabike Championships, Dimity (not super competitive by nature) taps into the wisdom of Coaches Jen and Liz (both super competitive by nature) to help her get into a Racing mindset. Tune in to hear the three discuss: —How important it is to consciously engaging during any race—and especially a long endurance one; —What Dimity can do differently in training (or why watching Hoarders is probably not a great idea); —Why we often make e...
#480: Running Streakers!
July 30, 2021 07:00 - 1 hourSarah and Tish, both themselves former every-day exercisers, chat with four women who run every.single.day. The streakers share: -how (+why) they started running on a daily basis; -how they find the time to lace up and head out every day; -how they deal with (or ignore) injuries and illness; and, -their possible exit strategies (or not!). At the outset of the show, Sarah reveals the over-the-top birthday surprise she has in store for her turning-16 twins. The first streakers hops on at 16:43....
AMR Answers #71: Exercising in Smoky Air; Exploring the Negative Split
July 27, 2021 06:59 - 36 minutesSarah and Dimity offer: cautions about exercising in poor air quality; and, first-time half-marathoner Christine pragmatic words about negative splitting. In a longer-than-usual intro, Dimity paints a picture of her upcoming epic adventures, including a high hike in Yosemite. Here are links to the nutrition plan Dimity tells Christine about and the Love race series registration. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support. The final step to better ru...
#479: Running + Writing—Getting Your Creative Juices Flowing!
July 23, 2021 08:38 - 47 minutesSarah and Adrienne converse with Jackie Hoermann-Elliott, Ph.D., an Assistant Professor of English at Texas Woman’s University and author of Running, Thinking, Writing. The trio of writers/mother runners examine: -running’s power to fuel creativity; -“flow” in both running and writing; -what running does to change our brains; -why running qualifies as a creative endeavor; and, -the benefits of journaling, including the beauty of a 5-year journal. Before the guest joins at 12:48, Adrienne shar...
AMR Trains #37: How to Tackle Uphills with Holly Brooks, Olympian + Two-Time Mount Marathon Winner
July 20, 2021 07:00 - 50 minutesHill 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 ...
#478: Latina Runners Share Their Experiences
July 16, 2021 07:00 - 1 hourSarah 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 ...
AMR Answers #70: Weighted Running Vests; Lightweight Summer Tops
July 13, 2021 07:00 - 37 minutesSarah 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....
#477: The Joy of Sweat
July 09, 2021 07:00 - 1 hourSarah 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; an...
AMR Trains #36: Swim, Bike, Run: A 70.3 Triathlon Race Report
July 06, 2021 07:00 - 47 minutesDimity 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...
#476: Running in Just a Sports Bra
July 02, 2021 07:00 - 1 hourSarah 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 canc...
Crossover Episode with Defining Endurance
June 29, 2021 07:00 - 42 minutesAnswers 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/AMR Tune in, ...
#475: Summer Reading 2021
June 25, 2021 07:00 - 1 hourSarah 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. Fairbanks Four Hundred Souls: edited by Ibram X. Kendi and Keisha N. Blain How the Word is Passed: Clint Smith The Third Pole: Mark Synott The Premonition: Michael Lewis The Plague Years: Lawrence Wright Br...
AMR Trains #35: A Chat with Kathryn Bertine, Former Pro Cyclist + Activist
June 22, 2021 07:00 - 1 hourKathryn 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 R...
#474: Balancing Being a Dad + an Ironman Triathlete
June 18, 2021 07:00 - 1 hourIn 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...
AMR Answers #69: Sun Protection for Runners; Finding Your "Why"
June 15, 2021 07:00 - 35 minutesDimity and Sarah tell: -Other Sarah about sunscreen application + options (including this one SBS likes); -Elizabeth the smartest way to transition from a marathon into half-marathon training; and, -the difference between extrinsic and intrinsic motivation, prompted by a Q from Pam. Before answering questions, Dimity details her metric century (62-mile) bike ride, which prompts a meeting-of-the-minds on rolling hills. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and the...
#473: Lesbian Runners Share Their Stories
June 11, 2021 07:00 - 58 minutesSarah and Amanda Loudin chat with two lesbian runners, members of Front Runners New York, in this first installment of our new series called Run in My Shoes, conversations with an array of diverse voices in the running community. The two women share: -the importance of finding a safe space where people immediately “get you”; -how their club’s fun runs are all about, well, FUN; -the joy of running in NYC’s Central Park; -suggestions for heteronormative clubs on how to be more welcoming to ...
AMR Trains #34: Knee Pain and Running
June 08, 2021 07:00 - 35 minutesIn this episode of AMR Trains Body Series, Dimity talks to Dr. Rozalyn Moore, owner of Rekinetic Physical Therapy and Wellness, about keeping your knees healthy and pain free through your miles. Among other things, Dr. Rozalyn explains: —Why an easy, dynamic warm-up, especially as you age, is mandatory, not optional ("Pay for it now, or pay for it later."); —The importance of keeping mobility in your ankles and hips; —Why an injury typically requires rehab, not rest; —Why she's not a fan of k...