Another Mother Runner
A family of two podcasts for mothers who run, aiming to keep you running without losing your family, friends, job, or sanity. The original show, launched in 2011, features host Sarah Bowen Shea and a rotating cast of co-hosts discussing training, nutrition, motivation, and more. The Tuesday show, Miles of Books, alternates fiction and non-fiction book recommendations with training and life advice. Both shows are witty and conversational, making them great running partners.
Episodes
Olympian Deena Kastor on How to Harness the Long-run Mindset (Replay)
This episode originally dropped on February 23, 2024.Anyone considering or training for a half-marathon or marathon needs to listen to this episode with running legend Deena Kastor, Olympic bronze medalist in marathon and author of Let Your Mind Run. With hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Coach Liz Waterstraat, Deena shares:-ways to banish the intimidation factor of a long run-what “the insistent mind” i
Miles of Books: Debut Cookbooks Episode
Calling all cooking and baking enthusiasts: This special episode is for you! Hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Sheila Gencarelli, both avid cooks/bakers, serve up a conversation about four new cookbooks. They discuss standout recipes; baking with a variety of flours; small-batch nut butters; and numerous quick weeknight dinner options. The cookbooks they discuss:Easy Everyday: 100 Recipes and Meal Prep I
Western States 100 First-Timer Shares Her Journey
If you’re trail-running curious—or just love inspiring athletes—this is the episode for you! Host Sarah Bowen Shea is joined by guest host Corrine Malcolm, co-host of Trail Society podcast, to talk with Stephanie Irving, 64, an avid trail runner running the legendary Western States 100, where she’ll be the second oldest female participant; she’s also the co-founder of Wild Woman Trail Runs. In thi
Miles of Books: Performing Under Pressure
Whether you have an upcoming race or are simply under a lot of stress, you owe it to yourself to listen to this insightful episode. Coach Liz Waterstraat, with host Sarah Bowen Shea, discusses Performing Under Pressure: The Science of Doing Your Best When It Matters Most by Hendrie Weisinger and J.P. Pawliw-Fry. Coach Liz shares some important lessons gleaned from the book, such as viewing somethi
How to Fit in Runs and Workouts While Traveling
Anyone headed on a summer vacation or away on a work trip needs to listen to this episode. Hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Amanda Loudin, plus two other frequent travelers (a triathlete and an ultrarunner/flight attendant!), share advice and anecdotes about exercising while away from familiar stomping grounds. Details include:-been-there, done-that advice on making smart hotel choices-packing pointers-
Miles of Books: Two Water-Centric Novels + the Latest from Andrew Sean Greer
Feeling like diving into summer with some engaging reads? Listen to this episode in which hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Ellison Weist jump into two books set in and around water—one is a debut that Ellison quite enjoyed, while the other is a dystopian tale. Ellison has praise for the historical war-and-love story in the episode’s mix, while the hosting duo is divided over the new novel by the Pulitze
Expert Advice for Exercising in Summer Heat with Christopher Minson, Ph.D.
Let’s not kid ourselves: Everyone needs to listen to this episode because extreme weather is coming, if it hasn’t arrived already. Hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Coach Liz Waterstraat (a hot-weather racing warrior!) welcome Christopher Minson, Ph.D., a professor of Human Physiology at University of Oregon, where he is also co-director of the Exercise and Environmental Physiology Labs, to strategize ab
Miles of Books: The Art of Pacing
Anyone feeling rundown or overburdened owes it to herself to listen to this episode about a brand-new book called The Art of Pacing: A Guide to Balancing Short-Term Demands with Long-Term Thriving by Elizabeth Svoboda. A big fan of this 188-page book, Coach Liz Waterstraat details lessons learned from it, including the importance of choosing to rest (couched in the term, “principled dissent”) and
BONUS: Take the Leap: Kate Veronneau on Adventure and Trying Something New at FeistyFest
In this bonus episode, Selene welcomes longtime friend, cyclist, and women’s sports powerhouse Kate Veronneau to the show for a preview of the first-ever FeistyFest in the Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania.For Kate, the location is personal: The Valley Preferred Cycling Center is where she first fell in love with bike racing, found her cycling community, and eventually launched a career in the sport. Sh
Striving for Goals as a Mother—and a Grant That Can Help
For every mother worried she might have to forgo athletic goals due to parenting demands, this episode is for you! In this heartwarming, inspiring episode, hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Tish Hamilton talk with two mothers who were able to pursue their marathon goals thanks, in part, to a generous grant from For All Mothers+. (Psst, the application deadline is June 10!) One momma completed her first m
Miles of Books: Four New Novels Set in London
Attention Anglophiles (and lovers of clever, engrossing books): This episode is for you! Hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Ellison Weist explore the themes of four new novels all set in or around England’s capital city. Buckle up: Two are riveting, contemporary page-turners, including the latest from the author of 2012’s Capital. The other two are period pieces laced with mystery and romance. The hosts d
The Benefits of Walking for Runners with Milica McDowell, DPT
No matter what speed your forward motion is, you need to listen to this enlightening episode featuring Milica McDowell, DPT, co-author of Walk: Rediscover the Most Natural Way to Boost Your Health and Longevity―One Step at a Time. Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Molly Williams, Dr. Milica details:the true sweet spot of daily steps (pssst: It’s less than 10,000!)the remarkable powers of a 5-m
Miles of Books: Inside the Box: How Constraints Make Us Better
Anyone who believes limited time, options, or resources are holding them back needs to listen to this intriguing episode. Coach Liz Waterstraat shares surprising lessons learned from the hot-off-the-presses book Inside the Box: How Constraints Make Us Better by David Epstein. Realize why more freedom doesn’t equal more possibility—or more productive workouts or better race outcomes! Learn how to m
Three Late-Bloomer Athletes Share Their Stories + Progressions
No matter what age you were when you became an athlete, you’ll enjoy these insightful conversations with three women who didn’t discover their sporty side until their 40s. With hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Tish Hamilton, they share:their “origin” stories of becoming a runner or triathletethe joy of discovering the power of “dirty therapy” (read: trail running)how one runner cut an hour off her marat
Miles of Books: New Novels from Kathryn Stockett, Steven Rowley, Anthony Horowitz, and More
If you’ve been eagerly awaiting the latest from the authors of The Help or The Guncle, this is a don’t-miss episode! Host Ellison Weist weighs in on Kathryn Stockett’s long-awaited novel, and Sarah Bowen Shea details Steven Rowley’s new set-in-Palm-Springs book. Ellison also raves about the latest Oprah’s Book Club pick. And Sarah goes wild for a novel adaptation on Netflix! The books discussed:Th
Run or Hike, 10 to 27 Miles: the Grand Traverse Explained
Attention adventure lovers: Give a listen to this episode about the Grand Traverse, a single-day trail event in Duluth, MN, that lets you choose the distance you cover and at what pace you want to go (hiking or running). Coach Dimity McDowell and three 2025 Grand Traverse participants join hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Coach Liz Waterstraat to share details and highlights of this epic undertaking, in
Miles of Books: 'Beyond Belief: The Science-Backed Way to Stop Limiting Yourself and Achieve Breakthrough Results'
This is a must-listen for everyone who needs to get out of their own head and make forward progress. Coach Liz Waterstraat shares wisdom and take-away lessons gleaned from Beyond Belief: The Science-Backed Way to Stop Limiting Yourself and Achieve Breakthrough Results by Nir Eyal with Julie Li. In the conversation with host Sarah Bowen Shea, Coach Liz explains that beliefs aren’t facts; the effect
Mary Cain on Writing, Youth Sports, + Lessons Learned from Running Through Trauma
This is a must-listen for parents of sporty kids, anyone struggling with an injury, and folks looking for hard-earned wisdom: Running prodigy/phenom Mary Cain, author of the compelling new memoir This Is Not About Running, talks with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Tish Hamilton. Interspersed with the hosts expressing anguish at the harassment she endured, Mary details:her reasons for writing a frank,
Miles of Books: Three Novels—Including 'Yesteryear'—and One Riveting Non-Fiction (!) Book
Anyone looking for riveting reads (or audiobooks) need to listen to this episode: Hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Ellison Weist rave about an incredibly smart, cleverly crafted debut novel; a new novel by a beloved author; a quirky paperback; and the latest brilliant page-turner from a hot writer. Listen all the way through, then dash off to get these books and start reading!Yesteryear: Caro Claire Bur
HYROX Races: All the Details Runners Need to Know
Anyone curious about doing a HYROX race or looking to diversify her running routine needs to listen to this insightful episode. The guests—a HYROX class instructor (Steph Peters), a cyclist/runner taking on her debut HYROX (Kathryn Taylor), and a marathoner who crushed a HYROX doubles race earlier this year (Jackie Minge)—talk with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Britany Williams about:What exactly a H
Miles of Books: 'Revealing: The Underrated Power of Oversharing'
Anyone in search of deeper personal connections or improved athletic performance needs to listen to this episode in which Coach Liz Waterstraat delves into Revealing: The Underrated Power of Oversharing by Leslie John.Coach Liz details why sharing thoughts and feelings helps manage the emotional load of striving; how silence sends a message (which prompts a pickleball anecdote from host Sarah Bowe
Stepping up to Your First—or a New-for-You Distance—Triathlon with Kelly O’Mara
A must-listen episode if you’re looking to add a triathlon to your race calendar or to take on a new distance in triathlon: Kelly O'Mara, co-host of the Feisty Triathlon podcast and former editor-in-chief of Triathlete Magazine, shares expert insights on starting and succeeding in triathlon. In a conversation with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Molly Williams, Kelly details:how to morph from being a r
Miles of Books: The Latest by Maria Semple + Three Other Novels
Have a laugh with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Ellison Weist as they talk about the newest novel from Maria Semple, author of the wildly popular 2013 (!) book Where’d You Go, Bernadette. Two of the other novels discussed share a common setting: a cruise ship. The books making a splash:Go Gentle: Maria SempleThe Left and the Lucky: Willy VlautinAll the World Can Hold: Jung YunAmerican Fantasy: Emma S
Become a More Resilient, Confident Runner with Hillary Allen
Runners at all ages and stages will benefit from listening to this episode: Hillary Allen, a professional trail runner, Trail Society podcast co-host, and author of Out and Back: A Runner’s Story of Survival Against All Odds, shares insight and advice about building resilience and confidence in running (and life!). With hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Amanda Loudin, Hillary details:surviving a 150’ fal
Miles of Books: 'Mattering: The Secret to a Life of Deep Connection and Purpose'
Anyone looking to be seen and understood or to add value in their community will really appreciate this episode: Along with host Sarah Bowen Shea, Coach Liz Waterstraat unpacks Mattering: The Secret to a Life of Deep Connection and Purpose, a new book by journalist Jennifer Breheny Wallace.The hosting duo talks about the importance of seeing the difference one makes in their world, plus what const
Mental Training + Race Preparation with Dr. Erin Ayala
Whether you’re taking on your first 10K or about to run Boston, this episode offers practical, insightful advice from guest Erin Ayala, Ph.D., a Minneapolis-based sport psychologist and host of Feisty Women’s Performance podcast. Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Coach Liz Waterstraat, Erin shares:the value of “scary, joyful, and new” challenges;real-world suggestions for getting your brain on
Miles of Books: Three Novels That Explore Women's Lives
In this episode of Miles of Books, Sarah and Ellison discuss three novels that each explore women’s lives, family roles, and the complicated ways mothers shape their children’s worlds. From the feminist awakening at the center of Meet the Newmans, to the fallout of desire and family upheaval in Lake Effect, to a fresh reimagining of Cinderella in Lady Tremaine, this conversation is full of sharp i
Menopause + Active Women with Selene Yeager
Calling all 40+ women: This is a must-listen episode! The guest is Selene Yeager, host of the popular menopause-focused podcast called Hit Play Not Pause. Selene is the longtime health and science journalist who co-authored ROAR and Next Level with Dr. Stacy Sims. Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Tish Hamilton, Selene discusses:why a long run can exacerbate night sweats;the in’s and out’s of
Miles of Books: The Way of Excellence with Coach Liz Waterstraat
This week, Sarah Bowen Shea is joined by Coach Liz Waterstraat for a conversation about one nonfiction title: The Way of Excellence by Brad Stulberg. The two talk about how excellence feels more like ease than strain, why values matter, and how curiosity, discipline, and reflection can help athletes, leaders, parents, and anyone else move toward growth.Liz also shares why this personal-development
Jumpstart Your Running! with Jen Harrison and Erin Haugen, Ph.D
Anyone looking to kickstart her running habit—or begin a new one—will appreciate this episode featuring Jennifer Harrison, a veteran endurance coach and accomplished triathlete, and sport psychologist Erin Haugen, Ph.D. Along with the hosting duo of Sarah Bowen Shea and Amanda Loudin, they discuss:how adding walks into your run can re-ignite joythe natural ebb and flow of exercisinggetting over th
Miles of Books: Four Novels Written by Women
Your favorite book-recommendation podcast is back! Hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Ellison Weist kick things off by talking about four novels from women writers, including a buzzy one Sarah enjoyed listening to on her runs.The Elopement: Gill HornbyKin: Tayari JonesGood People: Patmeena SabitMurder Bimbo: Rebecca NovackSupport our partners:Feisty + AMR appreciate your—and their—support!Get 20% off, plu
The Return of Our Podcasts + the Power of Community
Yes, we’re BACK!Thanks to a merger with Feisty Media, this episode kicks off the return of Another Mother Runner (both the podcasts and the company!). In this live relaunch episode, hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Britany Williams are joined by AMR co-founder Dimity McDowell and Sara Gross, founder and CEO of Feisty.Recorded in front of a lively audience at the Portland Running Company, the quartet dis
2025 End-of-Year Co-Host Conversations, Pt. 2
Three co-hosts sit down and share in this second installment of this annual tradition-episode: Molly Williams, Tish Hamilton, and the OG herself, Dimity McDowell. Along with host Sarah Bowen Shea, each gal shares her 2025 physical pursuits—as well as their plans for 2026. There is also the detailed background of the AMR origin story, plus laughter and tears remembering past episodes (hell
Miles of Books: Four Novels + Two "Riveting" True Tales
Anyone looking for books to delve into during the holidays, look (and listen!) no further: Hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Ellison Weist serve up four compelling new novels—including one they both found exquisitely crafted—plus two non-fiction books they won’t soon forget.
The books the hosting duo recommends:Heart of the Lover: Lily KingThe Loneliness of Sonia and Sunny: Kiran DesaiThe Ten Y
2025 End-of-Year Co-Host Conversations, Pt. 1
Whether the co-hosts feel like old friends or total strangers (welcome, new listeners!), you’ll enjoy hearing what they’ve been up to athletically this year—and what they’ve got in store for 2026. The co-hosts chatting with host Sarah Bowen Shea in this ep are: Coach Liz Waterstraat, Ellison Weist, Amanda Loudin, and Britany Williams. There are also some laughter- and tear-inducing remini
AMR Answers: Unique Races, Oddball Places We've Run, + Memories
This episode is a mix of reminiscences from Sarah and Dimity about adventures they’ve shared over the 15 years of Another Mother Runner, while answering Kathleen’s question about their bucket-list races (including Sarah’s maybe-one-day marathon). They also address Other Sarah’s question about oddball places they’ve run (nothing rivals her kitchen-island laps!!!) and Heidi’s community quer
Three Runners Who Finally (!!) Hit Their Time Goals
This episode is ideal for any athlete who sets goals and strives for them, regardless of whether that goal involves a time on a race clock or not. Host Sarah Bowen Shea and Molly Williams talk with three women who achieved long-held time goals—one in a 5K, another in a half-marathon, and another in a marathon. The guests share:
-how to find (+ maintain!) the requisite mental commitment;
Miles of Books: The Compass Within + The Alchemist
Readers who love novels with a strong message or parable will appreciate the takeaways from this conversation between Coach Liz Waterstraat and Sarah Bowen Shea. In a first, Coach Liz talks about two works of fiction—The Compass Within: A Little Story About the Values That Guide Us and The Alchemist—yet the books offer up strong, actionable life lessons that Coach Liz sagely shares.
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Gals on Running Streaks
Whether you think a daily running habit is enviable—or certifiable!—you’ll love listening to conversations with four women who have run streaks. Join hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Tish Hamilton to learn:
-how each gal’s streak got started;
-what a “streak saver” is;
-how a streak reinforces the runner-identity of one BIPOC guest;
-how a running streak serves as a safety net for consistency
AMR Answers: AMR Answers: Sports Bras for Big-Busted Runners + Holiday Gifts for Runners
A fun twist on this episode’s Q&A’s: Hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Dimity McDowell share wisdom gleaned from the Another Mother Runner Facebook community. There are crowd-sourced responses to Kathy’s question about the most supportive sports bras for bigger-busted runners; Courtney’s query about dealing with sweaty workout wear; and Jacki’s request for holiday gift ideas for sporty gals.
Coach Greg McMillan on Optimal Running Form
Anyone who wants to run injury free for as long in their life as possible—or who hates how their form looks in race photos!—needs to listen to this enlightening episode with guest Greg McMillan, a well-respected running coach, exercise scientist, and author. With hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Coach Liz Waterstraat, Greg breaks it down as:
-we don’t all need to look the same running;
-small
Miles of Books: Four New Novels + Two Favorite Classics
Two mysteries (including the latest installment of a must-read series!) plus two other just-published books provide lots of fodder for conversation between hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Ellison Weist (including a drool-inducing discussion of one author!). Also find out the classic novel Sarah and Ellison each recommend.
The four new books the duo discuss: -The Impossible Fortune: Richard Os
The Evolution of Our Running: a Roundtable
Runners of all ages will be intrigued to listen to this candid, laughter-filled conversation with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea, Amanda Loudin, and Tish Hamilton. The three longtime runners detail where they are with their running these days, plus:
-age-related adjustments they’ve made to their training;
-why two of the three rarely race; -how Tish loves her weekly “long, slow plods”;
-the st
AMR Answers: Getting Stronger of Body—and Mind—After a Rough Race
Runners of all paces and abilities will be able to relate to the callers in this themed episode: Both Michelle and Amy struggled in their fall races, and they are now trying to regain their confidence. Host Sarah Bowen Shea shares personal experience of being on the struggle-bus, while host and coach Dimity McDowell gives loads of practical, insightful advice.
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Beginner's Mindset: What It Is, How to Get It
Anyone looking to try a new sport or take up a new hobby will appreciate this insightful episode about the beginner’s mindset. Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Coach Liz Waterstraat, guest Tom Vanderbilt, author of the new book Beginners: the Joy and Transformative Power of Lifelong Learning, talks about:
-what exactly a beginner’s mindset is;
-his tires-fell-off-the-bus marathon e
Miles of Books: The Joy of Solitude + An Oasis in Time
Introverts, extroverts, and everyone in between: This thought-provoking episode provides justification for taking some alone-time and recharging. Coach Liz Waterstraat talks with host Sarah Bowen Shea about two books: The Joy of Solitude: How To Reconnect with Yourself in an Overconnected World by Robert J. Coplan and An Oasis in Time: How a Day of Rest Can Save Your Life by Marilyn Paul.
A Father Runner Talks About His New Running Memoir
Runners (and aspiring runners!) looking for inspiration and erudite insight will love this episode with Nicholas Thompson, author of the just-released book The Running Ground: A Father, a Son, and the Simplest of Sports. This father runner and cancer survivor talks with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Tish Hamilton about:
-the logistics of running to + from work in NYC;
-how he got a lot fast
AMR Answers: Top Taper Tips + Dealing w/ Persistent Pain
Any runners with an upcoming race who are looking for tapering tips, like Laura Catherine, will appreciate this informative episode. Chronically injured athletes, like Marianne, will welcome the empathy and advice offered by Coach Dimity. Trail-curious runners, such as Rachel, will be pleased to learn details about jumping into an off-road marathon or 50K.
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A Conversation with Keira D'Amato
This is the ideal episode for anyone who loves to go big—or read about people who do. Hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Tish Hamilton have a fun conversation with Keira D'Amato, a mother runner perhaps best known for, in 2022, breaking a 16-year American record in the marathon. In addition to talking about her brand-new book Don’t Call It a Comeback: What Happened When I Stopped Chasing PRs, and
Miles of Books: Ian McEwan's Latest, Four Other Novels, + Two Audiobooks
If autumn weather has you wanting to tuck into an engrossing novel, look no further: Hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Ellison “The Book Bully” Weist serve up five new novels, including a semi-dystopian novel from the genius behind Atonement. The duo dives into:
-What We Can Know: Ian McEwan-Buckeye: Patrick Ryan-Mercy: Joan Silber-The Elements: John Boyne-A Slowly Dying Cause: Elizabeth George
Hiking + Trail Running Adventures with Three Women
Anyone who likes trail running—or is interested in exploring hiking after their running career—this is an episode for you. Special guest host Dimity McDowell talks with three women who recently joined her in northern Minnesota to take on the Grand Traverse, a multi-distance trail event. The conversations include how:
-one woman found grace for herself with not being able to run as she'd h
AMR Answers: Overcoming Training Boredom + Next Moves Post-Race
Anyone training for a half or full marathon, like Shannon, will appreciate the wisdom hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Coach Dimity McDowell share on how to beat training boredom. Folks with a race soon, as Julie does, will be interested to hear the hosts’ advice on strength training during the taper. And anyone done with their fall race and wondering what to do in the “lull” before ramping up
Female Runner Safety Panel: Live from Portland Marathon Expo!
All runners should listen in to this important, informative episode recorded in front of an audience at the Portland Marathon expo. This panel discussion was moderated by host Sarah Bowen Shea with guests Dena Lewis, founder of Running Mate, and Ashley Raymond, co-founder and CEO of Safely. The trio discuss:-the #1 thing women can do for their safety while on a run; -situational awarenes
Miles of Books: Legacy + Will It Make the Boat Go Faster?
Any runner or triathlete who wants advice on performing under pressure—and anyone who loves a sport-narrative (with lessons that translate into broader life)—will really appreciate this episode. Coach Liz Waterstraat talks about two books: Legacy: What the All Blacks Can Teach Us About the Business of Life and Will It Make the Boat Go Faster? Olympic Winning Strategies for Everyday Succes
Breaking Down Athletic Barriers
Anyone who dreams of chasing a big athletic goal needs to listen to this episode. Hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Tish Hamilton talk with two women athletes who are getting after it: one is training for her first marathon, while the other just completed a 100-mile bike ride. Hear how:
-a decade-long runner decided to step up to a marathon;
-they both feel limits are only psychological;
-a m
AMR Answers: Revitalizing a Sluggish Run + Slower Marathon Training
This episode for all runners who have wanted to quit halfway through a run, like Jana. Thankfully, the host duo of Sarah and Dimity share solutions, as they do with Catherine, who wants to know how to beat a 6-hour marathon cut-off despite her comfortable pace being 14- to 15-minute miles. They also counsel Leigh on pressing reset on her training after her race got canceled.
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Plantar Fasciitis Relief for Runners and Walkers
Calling all runners and walkers: This is a lively, enlightening conversation about a painful condition that afflicts far too many active folks. Hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Amanda Loudin talk with physical therapist Denise Smith; an avid walker who currently has plantar fasciitis (PF); and a runner who finally (!) kicked PF. The conversation covers a lot of ground, including:
-what plantar
Miles of Books: Historical Fiction, Two Mysteries, a Debut Novel, + More
Avid readers, numerous genres are served up in this lively episode: Many of the engrossing novels seem primed to be turned into limited-edition streaming series. (Read them first!) Hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Ellison Weist talk up: -Fifteen Wild Decembers: Karen Powell-The Art of a Lie: Laura Shepherd-Robinson-The Dentist: Tim Sullivan-To the Moon and Back: Eliana Ramage-The Phoebe Variati
Success Strategies from Fitness Trainer Britany Williams
Calling all runners and fitness enthusiasts: This episode has it all! Fitness trainer (+ occasional AMR podcast co-host) Britany Williams joins host Sarah Bowen Shea to share strategies for success in exercising more consistently, enjoying your workouts more, sticking to your nutritional goals, and more. Britany details: -why it’s crucial to trust yourself in your health pursuits; -the po
AMR Answers: Race-day Success Advice + Run-Walk Guidance
Anyone hoping to nail a fall race, like Michelle, will appreciate all the night-before and morning-of advice from seasoned racers/hosts Sarah and Dimity. Proponents of the run-walk method, like Emily, will breathe a sigh of relief at Coach Dimity’s answer to, “Do I need more cardio?” And parents like Peter will be grateful for the advice—and empathy—about getting your teens to stick with
Walking for Runners
Runners and triathletes of any pace or experience level will be intrigued by this episode featuring Chris Johnson, PT, a physical therapist and endurance coach, as he extols the countless benefits of walking. (Yes, walking!) Along with host Sarah Bowen Shea, Johnson details: -why every run should start and end with walking:-the various ways runners can utilize walking; -the psychological
Miles of Books: The Book of Alchemy + Find Your Unicorn Space
Anyone looking to tap into their creative side will appreciate this episode in which Coach Liz Waterstraat dissects two books, The Book of Alchemy and Find Your Unicorn Space. Along with host Sarah Bowen Shea, Coach Liz talks about nurturing creativity—and how it can benefit your racing (whether your goal is competing or completing). The duo also discuss the power of journaling, and their
Coming back from a Traumatic Injury: Coach Jen’s Story
This is a must-listen episode for any runner, regardless of whether you’ve returned to racing after a traumatic injury: It showcases the grit and vulnerability needed to wage a comeback! With host Sarah Bowen Shea, Coach Jen Harrison shares her story of her injury, surgery, and months-long recovery, then the duo talks with Coach Jen’s physical therapist, Denise Smith, and her sport psycho
AMR Answers: Hills During Marathon Training + Weekly Workout Schedule
Anyone with a hilly race on their calendar, like Maya, will appreciate the wisdom and experience Coach Dimity and Sarah share. Women looking to get the most bang for their workout-bucks, which is what 50-state half-marathoner Christina wants, will be grateful for the guidance Coach Dim shares, partly from this sage Stacy Sims book.
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Four Women Runners Strength Training in the Gym
This episode is the second part of a conversation with real women about how they strength training—this time it’s a quartet of gals who hit the gym. With hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Amanda Loudin (a 7-year veteran of a strength class), four women runners share how they strength train in at the gym with a friend or in a group setting, including: -how to start strength training (finally!); -
Miles of Books: Six Novels with Female Protagonists
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 WangBug Hollow: Michelle HunevenAt Last: Marisa SilverFonseca: Jessica Francis KaneA Dog in Georgia:
Strength Training at Home with Four Women Runners
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 swa
AMR Answers: Returning to Training Post-Illness; Trail Racing Advice
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 h
Running a Race with a Pacer
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,-
Miles of Books: Inner Excellence + The Art of Learning
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 th
Letting Movement Fuel Mental Strength
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 runni
AMR Answers: Stacked-Race Training Advice; XT Help for an Injured Aspiring Marathoner
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
Midway Toward a Big Goal
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; -
Miles of Books: Five Debut Novels
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 EvansA Case of Mice and Murder: Sally SmithThe Hounding: Xenobe PurvisThe Slip: Lucas SchaeferThe Eights: Joanna Miller
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The Fastest Woman to Run Around the World
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 t
AMR Answers: Maintenance Training + Low-Cost Cross-Training Gear
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
Two Runners Hike Mount Kilimanjaro
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; -th
Miles of Books: Tiny Experiments + Tiny Habits
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 Experimentsand Tiny Habits—Coach Liz details how to make your own pocket-sized experiment, as well as highlighting the power of the pivot. She als
Advice and Insight for Racing in Extreme Heat
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 t
AMR Answers: Lowdown on 10-Day Training Cycle; Bare-Minimum Training for 70.3 Tri
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 sport
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