Another Mother Runner

Sarah and Coach Amanda gab with Kelly McGonigal, Ph.D., a research psychologist and lecturer at Stanford University as well as author of the just-released book The Joy of Movement: How Exercise Helps Us Find Happiness, Hope, Connection, and Courage, about why exercise helps our minds and moods. Dr. McGonigal talks with the duo about:-how to “tend and befriend” stress;-the science of a runner’s high—and the potent benefits of it;-why moving in synchronicity with people is so potent;-why you should become an early bird exerciser, if you’re not already;-how to mentally cope with a sidelining injury; and,-how to bring more joy to your life.Sarah and Amanda talk about their families’ holiday breaks, and the guest joins the show at 14:33.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your--and their--support!Explore treadmill options--and the brilliance of iFit technology—at NordicTrack.comCheers: Celebrate your 2020 finish lines with a Sufferfest Beer. Check out the goods at SufferfestBeer.comGo to ThirdLove.com/amr to find your perfect-fitting bra—and get 15% off your first purchase! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this annual tradition, Sarah talks with each of her co-hosts to reminisce about their 2019 athletic accomplishments and cast ahead to the New Year. Hear:-Dimity detail how (and why) 2020 will be The Year of Grant (her hubby);-Amanda rave about “experiential runs,” including one involving the sunrise in the Alps (!!);-Maggie take Sarah (+ Alex!) on the major tangent, leading to this video;-Adrienne recount her four 2019 half-marathons in her quest to run 13.1 in every state;-Ellison talk candidly about getting right with substituting walking for running; and,-Molly shock Sarah with an admission about running.Loads (loads!) of laughs in this extra-long episode. The Nuun drinking game cue? “Mumford + Sons.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dimity and Sarah suggest to:-Chicagoan Maureen how to spend her year-end bonus;-Pam in Atlanta the beauty of year-end reflections instead of New Year resolutions;-Portlander Barb some retorts when holiday conversations turn to races;-Mary Lou in Gresham, Oregon, favorite gifts for runners.Call 470-BADASS1 to record a question you want answered.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Maggie hit Start on conversations with four treadmill-lovers. The quartet of mother runners share:-how they shifted from loathing to loving treadmill running;-boredom-busters on the ’mill;-their favorite treadmill workouts;-get-fired-up phrases that propel them forward during rough patches; and,-the shows and podcasts they save to watch or listen to exclusively on the treadmill.In the intro, Maggie shares big race news. The first of the four BAMRs join the show at 15:37.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your--and their--support!Explore treadmill options--and the genius of iFit technology—at NordicTrack.comGet a set with all your shave essentials from Flamingo for just $16 (a $22 value!) with free shipping at shopflamingo.com/amrGet $20 off when you subscribe at StoryWorth.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Amanda have a chill conversation with Dr. Joanna Zeiger, a former professional triathlete and founder of Canna Research Group. A leading expert on the topic of cannabis and athletes, Dr. Zeiger:-shares her personal experience with cannabis to manage chronic pain;-demystifies the differences between marijuana and hemp;-details the potential benefits of CBD, plus the myriad ways to take it; and,-shares buying and dosing guidelines.Save 15% off by using code AMR at checkout on naturesgemcbd.com. Sign up here for a chance to win free 500 Mg CBD oil.  From 5Ks to ultras, use RaceRaves to find your next race. Go to RaceRaves.comThanks, Bombas. Get 20% off your first purchase by going to bombas.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Dimity give:-Paula from Bellaire, Michigan, advise for tackling a trail 50K;-Duluth-residing Maya strength-building alternatives to running with a tire tied on her back;-Leah in Minnesota advice on training by time versus miles.Call 470-BADASS1 to leave a question you want the duo to answer!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Dimity gab with four gals about how they got in their miles in 2019. They talk about why:-community is key;-strength training is truly make-or-break;-consistent, not perfect, is the goal; and,-feeling accountable, yet not guilty, gets them out the door.Join Many Happy Miles here.When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your--and their--support!Get two leggings for only $24 at Fabletics.com/amrGet started today at StitchFix.com/KIDS/AMR to try Stitch Fix with no styling fee and get an extra 25% off when you keep everything in your box!Get $20 off when you subscribe at StoryWorth.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and two Train Like a Mother Club coaches, Amanda Loudin and Liz Waterstraat, circle up to debate the should-you-or-shouldn’t-you aspects of taking on 26.2 in 2020. The trio covers:-the slightly scary, and completely thrilling, reality of undertaking a marathon;-the make-or-break importance of training consistency;-pointers on deciding if you have room in your life for all the miles;-advice on choosing a training plan; and,-the importance of not overfilling your stress bucket.And Sarah makes a big (for her!) 2020 announcement. (Hint: It’ll happen in Missoula, MT.)When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your--and their--support!Take a deep breath: Get 25% off a Calm Premium subscription at Calm.com/amrFind your perfect bra today and get 15% off your first order at thirdlove.com/amrFeel cooler—or warmer: Enjoy $60 off at EMBRWave.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dimity and Sarah offer:-options for spicing up a treadmill workout to Jen from Milwaukee;-Nicole in Sauk Rapids, MN, permission to run by time instead of distance on snowy roads; and,-solutions for “now what?” to Julie from Argyle, WI, who just ran her first marathon.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Adrienne chat with three mother runners in pursuit of running a race in every U.S. state. Marvel as:-67-year-old Penny describes the finish-line feeling of completing a second marathon in a single weekend;-Sara details her plans to travel and rack up states after her kids fly the nest;-Lisa tells stories about also running marathons on five continents (so far!);-Lisa shares cost-saving secrets; and-they tell their favorite marathons and half-marathons. (And here’s great guide for finding more!)In the introduction, Adrienne talks about her own 50-state quest, having just run half-marathon #10 in Arizona. The first guest joins the convo at 18:23.Give the gift of Bombas. Get 20% off Nov. 18 to Dec. 5 by going to bombas.com/AMRGet the full effect without the full routine: Here’s Sarah’s current Wander Beauty fave. Save 20% at wanderbeauty.com/amrGet the Flamingo Shave Set for just $16 with free shipping at shopflamingo.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices