Another Mother Runner

Anyone who loves a strong female lead will enjoy listening to this episode. In addition to talking about why it seems unlikable older women are getting thrown under the literary bus lately, hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Ellison Weist delve into these six novels:  The Satisfaction Café : Kathy Wang Bug Hollow : Michelle Huneven At Last : Marisa Silver Fonseca : Jessica Francis Kane A Dog in Georgia :...

This is the ideal episode for any active woman looking to kickstart a strength-training routine. Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Britany Williams (a fitness professional!), four women runners share how they strength train in home set-ups, telling:  -their progressions from light weights to heavy ones;  -how they determine their strength-training routines;  -how one couldn’t wait to swap mara...

If you’re like Laura Catherine and have been sidelined by illness during a training cycle, you’ll appreciate the sound wisdom from Coach Dimity in this episode. Experienced  and  aspiring trail racers will benefit so much from the mounds of trail running advice. And lovers of TMI topics will love listening to the host duo answering marathon-running Roberta’s question.   Dimity talks about helping...

Whatever your goal, if you are considering using a pacer in a race, you need to listen to this episode. Host Sarah Bowen Shea talks with four women (including co-host Amanda Loudin!) about their experiences (good  and  bad) running a race with a pace group. They discuss: -various reasons to use a pacer; -how to get the best results with a pace group;  -different ways to utilize a pacer; and, -why...

Calling all strivers: In this episode,  Coach Liz Waterstraat  and host Sarah Bowen Shea talk about how to move toward personal excellence. Coach Liz highlights two books creating buzzes in the sports world— Inner Excellence  and  The Art of Learning —starting with the intriguing back story of each tome. She shares how awareness unlocks success and the importance of looking for small moments that...

Runners, triathletes, walkers, and any other forward-motion fans need to listen to this episode. Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Tish Hamilton, the guests, founders of  Stride Forward , talk about the mind-enhancing benefits of regular exercise, plus:  -how ADHD diagnoses in their 40s affected their life-approach; -how running can help regulate energy and emotions: -how to redefine running s...

Call this the “put your worries in another bucket” episode, as Coach Dimity assuages concerns for several runners, including Robin, who is worried about running a 5K the day before a half-marathon. (“Think of it as a shake-out run,” she suggest.) Then there’s Emily, who doesn’t need to fret about the timing of her breakfast before a long run or race. Finally, Dimity assures injured-Julie she shoul...

Anyone in pursuit of a big goal or in the middle of a long training cycle needs to listen to this episode. Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Amanda Loudin, four women who are halfway to achieving their goal—including a half-marathon in every state or running all the World Marathon Majors—share:  -how they dreamed up their goal;  -their approach to ticking off milestones along the way;  -the jo...

Readers (and runners) who vibe on the fresh excitement of an author’s first novel will love this episode. With host Sarah Bowen Shea, Ellison Weist details these five debuts: The Correspondent : Virginia Evans A Case of Mice and Murder : Sally Smith The Hounding : Xenobe Purvis The Slip : Lucas Schaefer The Eights : Joanna Miller Here’s the half-marathon and marathon  nutrition program . When you...

Calling all adventure-lovers, big-goal setters, and armchair travelers: This episode is for you! Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Tish Hamilton, guest Marie Leautey, the second woman—and fastest ever—to run a complete circumnavigation of the globe and author of the new book  Lootie’s World Run , shares:  -how her globe-circling adventure came to her at age 39; -how she got in “go” mode to run...

Calling all runners like Linda, who isn’t interested in honing speed but in maintaining consistency: Coach Dimity serves up great advice. From a 2-parter from Julie, the hosting duo discuss the best inexpensive cross-training options (loads of suggestions!)—and an intriguing koan  involving running and walking, sun and shade. Before the Q+As commence, the hosts dive   into  a conversation about op...

Runners, hikers, and adventure-lovers will enjoy this exciting episode with two women (including co-host Tish Hamilton!) detailing their recent  epic hikes  up Africa’s tallest peak. With host Sarah Bowen Shea, the marathoners-turned-hikers share:  -how hiking vertically differs from running distances;  -their training in preparation for the 19,000’+ climb;  -the daily details of the hike;  -the p...

Anyone looking to shake things up should start by listening to this episode, in which  Coach Liz Waterstraat  details to host Sarah Bowen Shea how small changes can make a big difference. (Call it the Lilliputian Effect!) Detailing two books— Tiny Experiments and  Tiny Habits —Coach Liz details how to make your own pocket-sized experiment, as well as highlighting the power of the pivot. She also t...

Sadly, this is a must-listen episode for every runner and triathlete:  Coach Liz Waterstraat  shares the sweaty details of her recent 70.3 triathlon, during which temps climbed into the high 90s! Then, in conversation with host Sarah Bowen Shea, Coach Liz shares so much great heat-mitigating advice, including:  -why it’s crucial to be as fit as possible on race day;  -smart steps to take in the we...

If your race-engine is still revving yet you crave more recovery time, like Tammy, you’ll welcome the details of a 10-day training program Coach Dimity outlines in this episode. Keeping with the-less-is-more theme, Dimity details the bare minimum training required for a half-Ironman triathlon, like Amy is contemplating. Then the host-duo shares suggestions about integrating a second sporting passi...

Any women runners looking to feel liberated will enjoy this episode. Hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Molly Williams get personal with four gals, talking about what it’s like to run in simply a sports bra—no tank or tee over it. The conversation takes some unexpected turns. A few revealing confessions are: -one runner visualizes herself as Kara Goucher to summon speed + courage; -the vanity + bitterness...

Readers looking to get their pulses racing will enjoy this thriller-focused episode. With host Sarah Bowen Shea, Ellison Weist details these four novels: The Doorman : Chris Pavone The Savage, Noble Death of Babs Dionne : Ron Currie So Far Gone : Jess Walter Proof : Jon Cowan Ellison also enjoyed these two mysteries:  A Murder for Miss Hortense:  Mel Pennant Great Black Hope : Rob Franklin Interes...

Calling all runners, walkers, and hikers: This episode is a must-listen for anyone who spends time on their feet! Recorded in front of a live audience in the guest’s just-opened PT studio, hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Britany Williams talk with  Amy Benton , PT, DPT, a Portland-based physical therapist about feet and much more. In answering questions from attendees, Amy discusses:  -several ways to...

If your running shoes are leaving you feel flat, like Elizabeth, you’ll appreciate the footwear-savvy advice in this episode. Or maybe you’re like Amy, who wants to turn back time in regards to her half-marathon pace. Finally, the hosts offer advice for Kara who is curious about training for a downhill race in her hilly neighborhood.    Before the hosts serve up answers around 7:06, the two talk a...

Daydreaming of registering for a marathon or in the thick of training? Wherever you fall on the marathon-spectrum (including “no way, no how!”), you’ll enjoy this episode. Hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Coach Liz Waterstraat talk to four “regular” runners about their debut marathon pursuits. They cover topics such as: -their marathon motivations; -the satisfaction of setting and striving toward a goal...

Anyone who enjoys self-discovery or introspection will really appreciate by this episode, in which  Coach Liz Waterstraat  and host Sarah Bowen Shea discuss two books about questions:  How to Fall in Love with Questions  and  A More Beautiful Question . Coach Liz discusses the rewards of embracing uncertainty, committing to curiosity, and having a personal, powerful question. Along the way the duo...

If you have a body that you enjoy moving, download and listen to this episode, a think-piece about all the mysterious ways our muscles function. Guest  Bonnie Tsui , author of the fascinating new book  On Muscle , talks with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and fitness professional Britany Williams about: -lifting weights being important to your cognitive health;  -not being afraid of age-related changes to...

Anyone missing out on some race training, like Pam, because of vacation, work, or illness, you’ll be very grateful for Coach Dimity’s stress-free, consistency-not-perfection wisdom. And once you’re running the race, if you get momentarily sidelined, like Penny did due to dry heaves, you can tap into the grace and wisdom offered by the host duo. Finally, the gals give advice to anyone (including An...

This episode is an ode to female friendships and the bonds forged through being active together. The original hosts of the show—Sarah Bowen Shea and Dimity McDowell—chat with three duos of gals who met through AMR programs and events. It’s a feel-good, make-you-laugh episode, perfect for keeping you company on an hour+ workout. (Here’s  the throwback video  Dimity mentions— have Kleenex handy!)  ...

Readers (and runners) looking for engaging novels: This is the episode for you. With host Sarah Bowen Shea, Ellison Weist delves into these four books:  Marble Hall Murders : Anthony Horowitz Zeal : Morgan Jerkins Wild Dark Shore : Charlotte McConaghy Run for the Hills : Kevin Wilson Other books Ellison couldn’t resist recommending: The Ladies Road Guide to Utter Ruin : Alison Goodman Heart, Be at...