

Another Mother Runner
Sarah Bowen Shea
A family of two podcasts to get (+ keep) you running without losing your family, friends, job, or sanity! More than 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 ~hour-long show covers it all (and then some!).
Every Tuesday, Miles of Books drops, alternating Ellison Weist chatting fiction one week with Sarah Bowen Shea and non-fiction with Coach Liz Waterstraat and Sarah the next. In about 30 minutes, the hosts entice and entertain you with plot descriptions and pearls of training (and life!) advice to guide you to your next great reads.
Both shows are witty and conversational, making them great running partners because the AMR gals do all the talking—even on the uphills!
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 ~hour-long show covers it all (and then some!).
Every Tuesday, Miles of Books drops, alternating Ellison Weist chatting fiction one week with Sarah Bowen Shea and non-fiction with Coach Liz Waterstraat and Sarah the next. In about 30 minutes, the hosts entice and entertain you with plot descriptions and pearls of training (and life!) advice to guide you to your next great reads.
Both shows are witty and conversational, making them great running partners because the AMR gals do all the talking—even on the uphills!
Episodes
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Feb 6, 2024 • 37min
AMR Answers: Mid-race Bathroom Breaks; 24-hour Race Advice
Got an upcoming race and curious about making a port-a-potty pitstop mid-race, like first-time marathoner Gina is? Give a listen to this episode for loads of suggestions. Also, Dimity serves up lots of great advice about tackling a Yeti-style race in response to Susan’s query. Then the hosts help Anna feel better about her larger-than-average feet. (Here’s the PJ brand with inclusive sizing Dimity raves about, too.) Dimity shares a story of a clever repurposing of race tees before the duo dives into answering questions. Find all the Many Nutritious Miles details here. We really need questions: To record yours, please call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771). When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Trust Fabric to protect your family: Apply at MeetFabric.com/AMRLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feb 2, 2024 • 52min
A Conversation with Another Mother Runner Founders
This is the ideal start-here episode for folks new to AMR podcasts—or loyal listeners looking for a refresh on the brand’s backstory. Originally aired on the Feisty Women’s Performance Podcast, this crossover episode is a convo with AMR founders, Sarah Bowen Shea and Dimity McDowell. With Feisty host Sara Gross, the duo shares numerous along-the-way anecdotes, plus: -how they grew a global sisterhood of empowered runners; -how the women's running industry has changed since 2010;-the importance of creating safe spaces for frank discussions on female-specific topics; and, -the impact of human connection in keeping the community thriving and expanding. Get a Fuel Goods/AMR Valentine’s Day box here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 30, 2024 • 47min
Many Happy Miles: Ice Climber Kimber Cross
Dimity chases (frozen) waterfalls with Kimber Cross, an ice climber and alpinist who began climbing mountains and ice in her late 20’s. Despite having a limb deficit—she was born without a right hand—Kimber has set records on Mount Rainer/Tahoma and continues to push her limits.The two talk about:
how Kimber’s kindergarten class usually reacts to her hand;
her childhood sports pursuits and role models (hello, fastpitch softball!)
why trust is such an important element of climbing, and how she builds it;
how she trains for her adventures;
and her impressive pull-up record (hint: it’s more than 30!).
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Jan 26, 2024 • 1h 9min
How to Build Speed
This is the episode for you if you’re aiming to cover a mile in less time or to nail a goal race time. Host Sarah welcomes back Train Like a Mother Club coaches Jennifer Harrison and Liz Waterstraat to discuss myriad ways to hone and build running (and walking/hiking!) speed. The coaches detail:-the five building blocks of speed; -the base to have before adding in speedwork; -the importance of balancing risk vs. reward; -the power of plyometics, cadence, + drills; and,-strength moves to incorporate into speed-building. Before Coach Jen joins at 9:20, Coach Liz talks about her recent chilly swims. Coach Liz raves about The Ten Pillars of Success in Miles of Books at the end of the ep. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Save 25% on any GU purchases of $50+w/ code AMRGU25 at GUenergy.comRow for it: Save up to $500 at Hydrow.comand use code AMR at checkoutLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 23, 2024 • 31min
AMR Answers: Demystifying Zone 2 Training; the Power of Hills
If you live in a hilly region, like Whitney, do you ever wonder if you also need to do hill repeats? Well, this episode has your answer, along with keen insight on Zone 2 running and heart-rate training, in response to Kathleen’s question, plus recommendations for a DIY blister kit, prompted by a call from ultrarunner Rhianna. Before turning to answering callers’ questions, Dimity shares painful details of her latest injury. Here’s the hiking program Dimity highlights. To record a question, please call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 19, 2024 • 1h 1min
Intuitive Eating and Mindfulness
Jenna Hollenstein, nutrition therapist and author, discusses intuitive eating and mindfulness with the hosts. They cover topics such as trusting our judgment around food, practicing mindfulness for recognizing hunger signals, and managing eating habits during hormonal changes. They also touch on the emotional aspect of intuitive eating, the importance of protein for training, and share details about an upcoming retreat in Lake Placid, New York.

Jan 16, 2024 • 35min
Many Happy Miles: U.S. Rugby Star Naya Tapper
Whether you’re a rugby fan or know very little about the sport, you’ll want to hear this chat with Naya Tapper, an influential athlete who’s changing the game in so many ways. A true star of the sport, Naya led Team USA to its very first Pan American Games gold medal in November, competed at the Tokyo Games and will return to the Olympics in Paris this summer. On this candid episode, Naya joins us from the U.S. Olympic Training Center to chat with co-hosts Dimity and Sarah WF on a variety of topics, including:
how her background as a runner helps her shine on the pitch;
rugby rules and lingo;
diversity in the sport and debunking the stigmas attached to it;
being a role model and how she gives back;
her guest stint on Project Runway…and more!
Know a kid who may want to follow in Naya’s footsteps? Head to USA Rugby for resources on youth and high school opportunities. And click here to learn more about the Naya Tapper Scholarship Program.And here’s the hiking program Dimity mentions in the episode. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!Live a more empowered life: For 10% off your first month, go to betterhelp.com/amrLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 12, 2024 • 1h 4min
Running Longevity Secrets from Older Runners
Learn the secrets of running into your 60s, 70s, and 80s from Senior Masters runners, including their starts in running, pre-run routines, importance of stretching and rest, surprises of running later in life, and their racing plans. Also, hear about running adventures in Japan and China, reflections on aging and slowing down, inspiration from senior runners, and the evolution of women's participation in running.

Jan 9, 2024 • 36min
AMR Answers: Our Origin Story; How to Return to Running
Ever wonder how Another Mother Runner got started and grew? The founders (who are also the hosting duo) recap the highlights in response to Amy’s question. Maybe you’re like Meg, looking to return to running. If so, you’ll appreciate the guidance from Coach Dimity. And, finally, there’s Stephanie and Elisa, wondering which weather extreme Sarah and Dimity prefer to run in. Before answering questions, Sarah reveals her packing blunder on her family’s recent trip to Japan. Here’s the hiking program Dimity mentions, and the info session she mentions. To record a question, please call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 5, 2024 • 47min
How to Set + Reach Your 2024 Athletic Goals
Folks looking to go big, exercise consistently, or somewhere in between will gain a lot from this episode, featuring Train Like a Mother Club coaches Jennifer Harrison and Liz Waterstraat. With host Sarah Bowen Shea, the coaching duo discusses: -ideas for shorter goals to stay motivated all year; -the importance of respecting recovery; -how to overcome training-overwhelm; -best practices for coming back from injury or surgery; and,-the importance of being “pliable and flexible” to set up race-day success. Coach Liz switches from intro chitchat with Sarah to being a guest joined by Coach Jen around 6:20. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices


