Another Mother Runner

Sarah and Dimity advise: -Stormy in Destin, Florida, on the best ways to stay injury free and motivated doing the  Great Virtual Run across Tennessee , including this  dynamic warm-up  routine; -practical tips for a 24-hour ultra running challenge, like the  Yeti , to Courtney in Olathe, Kansas.   Bonus: Get Dimity’s honest assessment of the newly re-introduced  Kona Cola Nuun !   Learn more about...

Sarah and Molly chat with three mother runners about their approaches to running (and triathlon-ing) after their races were postponed, canceled, or are in limbo waiting for word. The gals hash out: -the comfort—and the conflict—of sticking to a training plan with no finish line in sight; -the welcome motivation an annual mileage goal provides;  -race-day alternatives, including creative DIY challe...

Getting in line for the Port-a-Potties at every race start, Dimity talks to Dr. Patrick Wilson, PhD, RD, author of the newly released book  The Athlete’s Gut: The Inside Science of Digestion, Nutrition and Stomach Distress . Among other things, Patrick explains: —Various common causes of cramps and diarrhea; —The science behind your body burning fats vs. carbs; —The only scientifically proven way...

Sarah and Amanda Loudin talk about what races might be like once they get back up and running. Then, in the second half of the episode, the Missoula Marathon director joins the mother runner duo to talk about the cancellation ( sniff, sniff ) of that June race, which Sarah has been training for. Sharing knowledge gained through Running USA , Amanda details: alternatives and modifications to future...

Dimity and Sarah share: -recommendations for at-home strength-training equipment for Kate in Yakima, Washington; -guidance to Chicagoan Devon about mixing CrossFit with marathon training; -suggestions for Jana in Waco, Texas, who’s looking to achieve a sub-2:00 half-marathon; and, -vegetarian dinner options for Christina on Long Island, New York, to eat the night before a long run.   Here’s the  N...

Sarah and Maggie talk all about sports bras with Laura Tempesta, a renowned bra consultant and founder of the website/advocacy group Bravolution . Bra-avenger Laura details: why it’s crucial to know what “sister sizing” is before you bra shop; care and washing protocol for getting the most miles out of a sports bra; the key steps to finding your ideal sports bra; and, ways to sidestep chafing. To...

Dimity talks to two women who each recently ran 50K on their own because of COVID-19: Kelli Anderson, a stay-at-home mom of two in Whitehorse in the Yukon Territory, and Lora Morgan, a veterinarian and stepmother of one in Jackson, Georgia. Tune in to learn: —How Lora got through the miles going back and forth on her long, dirt-road driveway; —Why Kelli set up her aid station in the garage, not in...

Sarah and Dimity jump into a conversation with Bonnie Tsui, an avid swimmer and surfer and author of a new book entitled Why We Swim . The water-loving trio talks about: -the brain-wave-changing effects of swimming; -advice for adults who want to learn to swim or be comfortable around water; -practical breathing tips; -the ins-and-outs of Masters swimming; and, -the pure joy of swimming! Funny cak...

Sarah and Dimity reveal: -how building a wide endurance base will allow Suzanne in Calgary to hit her race pace; -other options for Olga in Washington State for dealing with plantar fasciitis; and, -avenues Catherine in Durango, Colorado, can follow to become a certified running coach. In the intro, the hosts rejoice in the “different zing” cycling provides compared to running. ( Heresy , we know!...

Sarah and Katie talk with Cory Nyamora , a clinical psychologist and a triathlon/running coach, about running-related conflicts that can arise in relationships. Responding to real-life questions posted on the AMR Facebook page, Cory discusses: the importance of partners having space and time to pursue passions; how to get a partner to take an interest in your running; equality in a relationship; a...

Helping you lean into—not curse—April’s showers, Dimity chats with Sarah, a proud Pacific Northwester, about how to embrace the wet—and refreshing—runs in the rain. The duo cover: ·      Best attire to keep you comfortable; ·      How to minimize chafe + phone damage; ·      How to mentally embrace—and enjoy—the challenge; ·      And why a rainy day trumps a hot or windy day for running. Learn mor...

Sarah and Amanda talk all things trail running with Sarah Lavender Smith, a running coach and author of The Trail Runner’s Companion . A veteran of 93 (!) marathons and ultras, Sarah shares: her personal transformation from smoker to accomplished ultramarathoner; the importance of optimism and adaptability when hitting the trail; safety-related scenarios to be prepared for (hint: it’s not “wild an...

Dimity and Sarah suggest: -to Phoebe in New Hampshire ways to protect her lady-bits while cycling; -the go-hard, go-easy rhythm of durable, year-long training for Lisa in Shoreview, Minnesota;   -training for non-traditional distance races for Liz in Mystic, Connecticut; and, -how Pilates can be a game-changer for the ailing back of Jamie in Oak Park, Illinois. Here’s  the book  Dimity recommends...

As part of AMR’s “Routines” series, Sarah and Maggie check in with four mother runners about their new normal, daily life, and workouts while sheltering in place. Visit them vicariously, and learn: how meditation is helping ease Nicole’s anxiety; how Kelyn is getting creative combining workouts with homeschooling; what Erin is doing with the time she’s gained by losing her commute; why Kary believ...

Sarah had a virtual sit-down with Tim and Jessica Murphy, the founders of  BibRave  and fellow Portland residents, to talk about coping during this crisis. They touch on all sorts of topics, including what Sarah’s reading and watching. This conversation is part of a  YouTube  series, and the trio answers questions pinged in by viewers.  Save 20% off any WIN detergents on  Amazon  using code  AMRGO...

Sarah and Tish compare self-isolating (and educational!) notes from the two coasts, then are joined by a guest half a world away, Beatie Deutsch , the Israeli marathon and half-marathon champion and a mother of five young children. Beatie shares: -how she morphed from non-runner to national champion in just four years (!!); -what dressing modestly (complete with below-the-knee skirt + head scarf)...

On a Thursday morning in early March, Meghan Vanasek, a mother of four in Durham, NC, got news that the Tobacco Road Marathon, her first 26.2, was cancelled because of the COVID-19 situation. On Saturday morning, Meghan ran her own marathon. Dimity chats with Meghan about: ·      The conflicting emotions she had when her race was canceled; ·      The alternatives she considered before plotting her...

Sarah and co-host Tish Hamilton enjoy a quick catch-up, and Tish tells the tale of her spring break PR. (Psst: It involves location, not time!) Alex Hutchinson, author of the newly released  ENDURE: Mind, Body, and the Curiously Elastic Limits of Human Performance , joins the conversation to talk about mental endurance and the power of the mind. In calming tones, Alex explains limits are negotiabl...

Sarah and Dimity talk with psychologist Dr. Justin Ross, whose Denver-based practice is called MindBodyHealth . The trio discuss: -dealing with anxiety during this period of uncertainty; -getting over the disappointment of a canceled race; -shifting to a “holding pattern” with running; -the possibility of post-traumatic growth ; and, -finding the “why” in your running. The therapeutic part of this...

Sarah and Coach Amanda Loudin catch up with three  BAMRbassadors , all veterans of numerous marathons and several ultras, who share their best practices before, during, and after long training runs. Revelations include: -pre-run meals and treats (including a protein mug-cake!); -the best night-before prep; -the smartest running gear investment one of them ever made; -clever on-the-run hydration an...

Sarah and Dimity offer up: -motivational tips for injured Ashley in Bad Axe, Michigan; -skip-the-marathon advice to pregnant San Diegan Courtney; -insight into weekly mileage load in hopes Virginian Kathleen can sidestep injury; and, -massage recommendations to Becca in Greenville, South Carolina. Here’s link to the  Injured #BAMR  Facebook page the duo recommends for Ashley. Call 470-BADASS1 to r...

Sarah and Dimity take a (conversational) walk down memory lane with six mother runners to reminisce about AMR's 10 years of helping women runners strive for—and reach—their goals. Recorded in front of the Hilton Head Island Retreat attendees, this episode is full of rowdy laughs and get-you-moving inspiration. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dimity chats with Dr. Ellie Sommers, a USATF Level 1 Certified Run coach, a USA Weightlifting Level 1 Certified Weightlifting Coach, and owner of  SISU Sports Performance and Physical Therapy  in Seattle about: ·      If runners truly need to strength train for performance (it’s not the answer you expect!); ·      Why it’s especially important for women to lift weights; ·      How varied strength...

Sarah and Katie gab with Charlie Watson (aka “The Runner Beans”), a British dietitian, marathoner, and author of a new aimed-at-runners cookbook, COOK EAT RUN . In her lovely British accent, Charlie details: -ways to streamline healthy eating; -how she developed 20-minute meals while bring a nanny of three kids; -smart snack choices; and, -a few of her favorite recipes ( yum !). The duo becomes a...

Dimity and Sarah counsel: -Kathleen from Florida Panhandle on mixing tune-up races into marathon training; -Renée in Naperville, Illinois, about transitioning to zero-drop shoes; -Shelby in Jupiter, Florida, in regards to planning for long-term goals while juggling short-term ones. And the duo discusses the crucial theory of “good enough.” Call 470-BADASS1 to record a question you want answered. S...