Another Mother Runner

Whether you’re already committed to weight training—or vow to start lifting soon—this is the episode for you. Hosts Sarah and Britany talk with Alyssa Ages, author of the new book, Secrets of Giants: A Journey to Uncover the True Meaning of Strength. While demystifying strength training, the guest:-shares how a miscarriage propelled her shift from running to lifting;-dispels the myth of bulking up; -offers advice for getting started, or resuming, strength training; -suggests how to incorporate found objects (read: rocks + more!) into your workouts; and,-tells how to integrate lifting w/ training for a 13.1 or 26.2.  Before the guest joins around 17:03, Sarah and new mom Britany have a far-reaching conversation about eye color.  Please help us strengthen our show by completing our podcast survey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you had to—or are you contemplating—giving up running because of injury and/or chronic pain? The Final Finish Line, a special four-part series, will be cathartic and helpful as you figure out your next steps.In episode #3, Dimity about easing the mental side of stopping running with Kim Dawson, PhD, a professor of sports/exercise psychology at Wilfrid Laurier University in Waterloo, Ontario.Among other things, the two chat about: Why Kim is an advocate of healthy transitions—and why they’re harder than we think; How to cultivate a holistic self-identity, so you’re not too reliant on one aspect (like running); Why the rate of change isn’t never as quick as you’d like it to be; and How Kim is expanding her athletic world far outside of running. Please give us your thoughts on our podcast here.Join our Blood Sugar Badass Challenge, September 26-29, here.Find Dimity’s series for Women’s Running and other not-running-anymore resources here.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Take steps to better running:Use code AMR15 for 15% discount at Currex.usLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Listen to the episode if you’re curious about what goes on in a medical tent—and what happens to runners who stop in one during a race. Sarah and co-host Amanda Loudin talk with two veteran medical professionals who have staffed countless race medical tents. The guests share:-tips to avoid a visit to the medical tent; -protocol for getting runners back out on the course; -details of heat stroke, and when it’s time to be sent to a hospital;-items at runners’ disposal in a medical tent; and,-moving memories from a 2013 Boston Marathon finish line medical tent.  Sarah and Amanda talk about the quirks of new college students before the first medical tent gal joins around 7:54.  When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! For $25 off your first order, use codeAMR25 at GOSleeves.com Use code 60amr to get 60% off, plus free shipping, at GreenChef.com/60amrLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you had to—or are you contemplating—giving up running because of injury and/or chronic pain? The Final Finish Line, a special four-part series, will be cathartic and helpful as you figure out your next steps.In episode #2, Dimity talks to runner Gretchen Gibson, who had a knee and hip replacement within six months of each other, and Dr. Dan Myer, her orthopedic surgeon, who also remodeled his running career after serious injury.The trio cover: How Gretchen’s torn meniscus was actually a short-term problem on top of a long-term problem; Why Dan always asks a patient, “What is the goal here?”; The reason Dan (gently) suggested Gretchen find another athletic passion; How Gretchen, who has crossed 15 half marathon and 2 marathon finish lines, is coping without running; Where Gretchen is currently finding some sweaty and satisfying success. In the monthly Nourished on the Run segment, Ellie Kempton, MS, RDN, and Dimity cover the basics of blood sugar: what it is, why it matters (to everyone, not just diabetics), and a few easy ways to keep yours more stable. We also invite you to join our free Blood Sugar Badass Challenge, September 26-29: register here.Find Dimity’s series for Women’s Running and other not-running-anymore resources here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’re heading for a starting line, you need to listen to this episode to find out how to stay healthy and injury free for your race. Host Sarah talks with Coaches Liz Waterstraat and Jen Harrison, who reveal:-the importance of “closing off” your social circle while tapering; -why a “fake it ‘til you make it” mentality can serve you well; -best practices for race week eating and hydration; -“don’t do stupid things” tactics; and,-advice for pre-race pooping!  Sarah and Coach Jen talk about college drop-off of their respective twins before the conversation shifts to staying healthy around 13:36. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Take steps to better running: Use code AMR15 for 15% discount at Currex.usPretty is as pretty does: Enjoy 20% offyour first order at ThriveCausemetics.com/AMRLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Have you had to—or are you contemplating—giving up running because of injury and/or chronic pain? The Final Finish Line, a special four-part series, will be cathartic and helpful as you figure out your next steps.In episode #1, Dimity talks to Stacy Bruce, an Austin-based athlete who, “came out of the womb as an athlete,” and ran her first marathon in 1997. Her 27+ year running career in running has taken her across the finish line in Boston multiple times, up and down Pikes Peak 10 times, and along the way, has defined her social life and self-identity. Her (complicated) lower back has finally waved the white flag, and she is in the process, at age 51, of retiring from running.The two talk about: Stacy’s shifting to trail runs to see if that would ease the impact on her body; How Stacy still stays super active at the track practice she coaches; Where Stacy wants to put her athletic energy next; And why Stacy is waffling about giving up her 2-mile runs. Find Dimity’s series for Women’s Running and other not-running-anymore resources here.Try our free two-week training program: Consistent, Not Perfect.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Feel supported as you move forward:Use code AMR15 for 15% discount at Currex.usGet a $75 sponsored job credit to upgradeyour job post at Indeed.com/AMRLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

No matter your pace, this episode will intrigue and enlighten you. Running coach Jen Steele, who used to bring up the rear in races, talks with hosts Sarah and Coach Liz (who often chimes in with advice, too), about: -“slow” not being a pace; -hydration + fueling options for back-of-pack runners; -finding races that are friendlier to “slower” athletes; -overcoming imposter syndrome; and,-the value of your goal not being related to the swiftness of your pace.  Before Coach Jen joins around 7:29, Sarah tells about her longest run post-injury. Also, try our new, free two-week training program: Consistent, Not Perfect.  When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Drink up! Save 25% on GU purchases of $50+w/ code AMR25 at GUenergy.com Use code 60amr to get 60% off, plus free shipping, at GreenChef.com/60amr Calm racing thoughts: For 10% off your first month, go to betterhelp.com/amrLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ready for some armchair adventure? Dimity and her hiking team spill the details on their latest adventure: Hiking the Enchantments in the Central Cascades. Tune in as the four women discuss their 15-hour day, including: How they trained for the 19-mile route, which included 5,000+ feet of elevation gain, and 7,000 feet of descent; The alpine wonderland that is the Enchantments; The challenge of Aasgard Pass, which rises 1,900 feet in less than a mile; The surging popularity of the trail, which the Seattle Times recently documented; and the best trail sandwich ever. Ready for your own epic hike? Our 20-week program will be available on September 5 right here.Try our free two-week training program: Consistent, Not Perfect.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Take steps to better running:Use code AMR15 for 15% discount at Currex.usGet 25% off when you keep everythingin your Fix at StitchFix.com/AMR Drink up! Save 25% on GU purchases of $50+w/ code AMR25 at GUenergy.comLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is for anyone who cares about our planet—or sustaining their running practice or fostering their running community. Former pro runner Tina Muir covers it all in her new co-authored book, Becoming a Sustainable Runner, and in this conversation with Sarah and Tish. Tina discusses:-the joy she receives from helping others in races + running; -how caring for our own well-being helps those around us + our planet; -ways to build community in your running; -what it means to be a running activist; and, -some first steps to becoming a more sustainable runner.  Prior to Tina jumping in around 13:23, Sarah shares her sadness about dropping off her son at college. Listen to the entire episode to hear Coach Liz talking about the just-published book The Perfection Trap on Miles of Books.   When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Save 15% on any full-price purchase thru 12/31/23at topoathletic.com w/ code TOPOAMRSMR Bloom + grow: Get 15% off your entire orderat fastgrowingtrees.com/amr Banish odor + funk: Save 15% with code AMR15 at SweatXsport.comLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wondering how many workouts you need to be nailing to get a personal best, like Laura Catherine? Give a listen to this episode for the answer, along with how many sports bras a runner should own, like newly reduced Heather wonders, and the response to Emily’s question about running a race during a training cycle.  Sarah tells of meeting a mermaid (!) before the first Q+A, which starts around 10:11. Registration for Fall into Fitness opens on August 28. To record a question, please call 470-BADASS1(470-223-2771).  When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Take steps to better running: Use code AMR15 for 15% discount at Currex.us Get a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/AMRPretty is as pretty does: Enjoy 20% offyour first order at ThriveCausemetics.com/AMRLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices