Another Mother Runner

Hill is a four-letter word no longer; Holly Brooks, a two-time Olympian and two-time winner of the Mount Marathon, inspires us to embrace the climb . Among other things, Holly explains: —The importance being aware of your self-talk; —The concept of Central Governor (why your brain often says quit before your body is ready); —How to reframe a tough workout to focus on the benefits; and —Why dividing a hill into thirds can help you conquer it more efficiently. At the end, Holly and Dimity chat a bit about Moms Matter Now and perinatal mental health; look for a full episode later this year. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! The final step to better running: Visit currex.us and use code AMR15 for 15% off insoles. Ready for more Training? Steaming hot episodes served up here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Katie enjoy candid conversations with three Latina runners in this second installment of our series Run in My Shoes, in which we aim to amplify the voices of a wider array of runners. The guests detail: -overcoming guilt imposed by their extended families at taking time to run; -the empowering effects of running; -the viewpoint of running held by many in the Hispanic community; -concerning incidents precipitated by racial profiling; and, -ways to welcome more Latinas into the world of running. In the intro chitchat, Katie shares an embarrassing dog anecdote and Sarah kvetches about earlier wake-ups. The primer invitada joins at 15:00. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! Good night! Birch is giving $200 off all mattresses + 2 free eco-rest pillows at BirchLiving.com/amr  The final step to better running: Visit currex.us and use code AMR15 for 15% off insoles.  Self-care shave essentials from Flamingo for just $16 with free shipping at shopflamingo.com/amr

Sarah and Dimity clue in: -Cara about the benefits and how-to’s of weighted running vests; -Melissa on going long to go long; and, -Leah on coolest top options for summer runs. In the intro, Dimity gives a detailed report of her recent swim-bike (“aquabike”) race, and Sarah tells a tale about chasing a unicorn. (For realz!)  When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! The final step to better running: Visit currex.us and use code AMR15 for 15% off insoles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Tish Hamilton get to chatting with science writer and occasional runner Sarah Everts, author of the new book The Joy of Sweat: the Strange Science of Perspiration. With wit and wisdom, the guest details: -how sweat is “an evolutionary superpower”; -why people sweat at different rates; -sweat at different ages and stages of life, including pregnancy and menopause; -differences between exercise-produced sweat v. emotion-triggered perspiration; -cultural cravings for sweat sessions; and -the societal stigma of sweating profusely.   In the intro chitchat, Sarah shares details about her teen son’s first real job. The sweat-speak starts at 15:58. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!  KORSA shorts are summer salvation: Get $20 off your order at roadrunnersports.com/amr  Stress less this summer: Enjoy 40% off a Calm Premium subscription at Calm.com/amr Start Thriving: Get $20 off your first order and a free gift when you join today at ThriveMarket.com/AMR Learn mo

Dimity chats with Laurel Short and Tiffany Cross, two Kansas-City based triathletes and best running friends, who conquered Des Moines Ironman 70.3 in late June. In this extra long race report, the trio cover: —The importance of having a training partner for accountability (especially in a pandemic year!); —How Laurel, a first-time triathlete, tackled open water swimming–and getting into her wet suit; —How Tiffany mentally pushed herself during her bike workouts to prep for race day; —And how the pair reset on race day, when rain canceled a big portion of the bike. Ready to tri? Check out our Triathlon Training Programs. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! The final step to better running: Visit currex.us and use code AMR15 for 15% off insoles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Molly get personal with four women runners, talking about what it’s like to run in just a sports bra—no tank or tee over it. The conversation takes some unexpected turns. A few revealed confessions are: -one runner visualizes herself as Kara Goucher to summon speed + courage; -the vanity + bitterness that fuel one grandmother runner to bare her bod; -the amped-up runner’s high one pregnant runner feels when a breeze hits her midsection; -the self-imposed intimidation one breast cancer survivor feels on bra-squad runs.   In the intro chitchat, the BRFs lament the Portland weather-inferno. The first guest joins at 15:56. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!  The final step to better running: Visit currex.us and use code AMR15 for 15% off insoles.  Save big: To start saving up to 80% on your prescriptions today, go to GoodRX.com/AMR Feel empowered with Birdie: Get 15% off your first purchase at ShesBirdie.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megap

Answers of a different sort: In this crossover episode, Lexi Miller, a running coach and the pregnant host of the Defining Endurance podcast, quizzes Sarah about juggling running with mothering at different stages. In true SBS style, Sarah gives candid responses, including sharing about running while doing IVF. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! Small-chested runners rejoice: Get 10% off your first Pepper Bras order at WearPepper.com/AMR Tune in, turn on: Enjoy 30 days free of the Dipsea app by going to DipseaStories.com/amr Save big: To start saving up to 80% on your prescriptions today, go to GoodRX.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Ellison put their heads together for this beloved annual tradition: the Summer Reading episode. This year, the duo expanded their selections to include more non-fiction options and some poetry recommendations. Here are the books they highlight: The Lost Boys of Montauk: Amanda M. Fairbanks Four Hundred Souls: edited by Ibram X. Kendi and Keisha N. Blain How the Word is Passed: Clint Smith The Third Pole: Mark Synott The Premonition: Michael Lewis The Plague Years: Lawrence Wright Brat: Andrew McCarthy Too Much Is Not Enough: Andrew Rannells The Plot: Jean Hanff Korelitz The Last Thing He Told Me: Laura Dave The Other Black Girl: Zakiya Dalila Harris Swim back to Trout River: Linda Rui Feng Klara and the Sun: Kazuo Ishiguro Summer on the Bluffs: Sunny Hostin A Sitting in St. James: Rita Williams- Garcia Ace of Spades: Faridah Abiké-Iyimidé Head Off & Split: Nikky Finney The Big Smoke: Adrian Matejka   Ellison shares details about joining a running club and the first track workouts she’s done in years

Kathryn Bertine, author, activist, former pro cyclist, and documentary filmmaker, joins Dimity to talk about her newest book STAND: A Memoir on Activism. Among other things, the two discuss: —The massive disparities between men and women's pro cycling; —Why an abundance of patience is integral to both athletics and activism; —The day Kathryn thought she would end her life—and what stopped her; —How highpointing is bringing Kathryn a new athletic mission and unexpected joy. Links: Half the Road: Kathryn's documentary on women's cycling Homestretch Foundation: Kathryn's foundation for developing women's cyclists When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! Nutrition from nature: Get $15 off your 1st box of premium seafood when you visit WildAlaskanCompany.com/AMR Start living a better life today: For 10% off your first month, go to betterhelp.com/amr Take care: For 50% off your FIRST Care/of order, visit take careof.com and enter promo code AMR50. Ready for more Training?

In a nod to Father’s Day, Sarah and Dimity talk with Russell Newell, a father of four young kiddos and the author of Irondad Life. In detailing his journey to being on the cusp of his seventh Ironman triathlon, Russ shares:  -how the more kids he has, the tougher training becomes;  -his training (or lack thereof!);  -why he cries as he sprints to the finish line;  -nutrition advice that helped him get in racing shape; and, -marathon pacing advice.   In the intro, Sarah details her recent East Coast trip to visit her elderly mother and her BFF. The Irondad hustles in at 16:41. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support. The final step to better running: Visit currex.us and use code AMR15 for 15% off insoles.  Get smooth: Score a Flamingo Shave Set for just $16 with free shipping at shopflamingo.com/amr Shed the stress: Enjoy 40% off a Calm Premium subscription at Calm.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dimity and Sarah tell: -Other Sarah about sunscreen application + options (including this one SBS likes);  -Elizabeth the smartest way to transition from a marathon into half-marathon training; and,  -the difference between extrinsic and intrinsic motivation, prompted by a Q from Pam.   Before answering questions, Dimity details her metric century (62-mile) bike ride, which prompts a meeting-of-the-minds on rolling hills.   When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support. Small-chested runners rejoice: Get 10% off your first Pepper Bras order at WearPepper.com/AMR Tune in, turn on: Enjoy 30 days free of the Dipsea app by going to DipseaStories.com/amr Cheers! Get 6 bottles of wine for $29.95 and free shipping by going to TryFirstLeaf.com/AMR Need more answers? Check out more episodes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Amanda Loudin chat with two lesbian runners, members of Front Runners New York, in this first installment of our new series called Run in My Shoes, conversations with an array of diverse voices in the running community. The two women share:  -the importance of finding a safe space where people immediately “get you”;  -how their club’s fun runs are all about, well, FUN;  -the joy of running in NYC’s Central Park;  -suggestions for heteronormative clubs on how to be more welcoming to LGBTQ+ runners.  The host duo talks about bugs while running (#BroodX) in the introduction before being joined by the first guest at 12:31. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support. Get $20 off on your first KORSA purchase, plus a free 90-day trial in the Road Runner Sports VIP program at roadrunnersports.com/amr Get in the mood: Get a 30-day free trial at DipseaStories.com/amr Start thriving: Get $20 off your first order + a free gift when you join today at ThriveMarket.com/AMR   Le

In this episode of AMR Trains Body Series, Dimity talks to Dr. Rozalyn Moore, owner of Rekinetic Physical Therapy and Wellness, about keeping your knees healthy and pain free through your miles. Among other things, Dr. Rozalyn explains: —Why an easy, dynamic warm-up, especially as you age, is mandatory, not optional ("Pay for it now, or pay for it later."); —The importance of keeping mobility in your ankles and hips; —Why an injury typically requires rehab, not rest; —Why she's not a fan of knee braces or too much cushioning in running shoes. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! Get your Brit on: Try Acorn TV and get your first 30 days free by going to Acorn.TV and using code amr (all lower case!) Ready for more Training? Steaming hot episodes served up here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Coach Liz get real with esteemed women’s health advocate and OB/GYN Dr. Jen Gunter, author of the just-released The Menopause Manifesto. In answering questions posed by the AMR Facebook community, Dr. Jen details:  -an enlightening way of looking at “menopause transition”;  -solutions for heavy periods (including a testimonial from Liz);  -current thinking on hormone replacement, soy supplementation, and herbal options;  -her own solution to combatting menopausal weight gain (including this book);  -how to cultivate desire (here’s the book she recommends); and,  -a theory about Snow White, plus an appealing scenario involving Daniel Craig! In the intro, Liz shares details about the duathlon she just raced and the “zone of discomfort” (both on and off the course!) she entered. Dr. Jen joins at 12:18 (and if somewhat candid sex talk isn’t for you or young ears, skip 51:57 - 57:53). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Dimity detail:  -tips for Megan (or any runner!) to improve her posture (including these videos);  -insight for back-of-pack Megan on training by time versus distance.  In response to the final question, Producer Alex Ward candidly shares what he’s learned from mother runners over the years of producing our podcasts!   In the intro, Sarah tells of her first-of-the-season open-water swim, and Dimity unveils her summer racing plans.  When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support. Small-chested runners rejoice: Get 10% off your first Pepper Bras order at WearPepper.com/AMR Feel empowered with Birdie: Get 15% off your first purchase at ShesBirdie.com/AMR  Need more answers? Check out more episodes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Dimity chat with the three newest running coaches in the Train Like a Mother Club, who head the just-launched Become a Runner and Become a Trail Runner programs. The trio share advice for new and experienced runners alike, including: -recommendations for cementing running consistency; -how to each run off right; -how to get used to the discomfort that comes with running; -must-have gear recommendations for both road and trail; and, -secrets for feeling successful and accomplished in your workouts. Dimity shares about her whirlwind weekend of high school graduation and proms in the introductory chitchat, while the first coach hops on at 17:31. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!  Nab a pair of limited-edition Knockaround sunglasses designed by Dimity + Sarah at Knockaround.com/amr  Check out all the amazing, washable shoes, bags, and masks available right now at Rothys.com/amr  Shed the stress: Enjoy 40% off a Calm Premium subscription at Calm.com/amr Lear

Dimity chats with Coaches Jennifer Harrison and Elizabeth Waterstraat about cycling basics for runners: how—and why—to incorporate cycling into a running routine. Among other things, the coaches advise: —How cycling can benefit both injured runners and those who want to complement their running; —What essential equipment you need—and why cycling shorts are a non-negotiable; —And how to prioritize safety on the roads. The trio ends the wheely (ha!) fun conversation by talking about the Become a Cyclist Program, an 8-week program that provides the training, tools, and support necessary to help you become a confident, consistent cyclist. Check it out—it begins June 7! Ready for more Training? Steaming hot episodes served up here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Coach Amanda talk with Tamar Samuels, a registered dietitian nutritionist, co-founder of Culina Health, and new first-time mother runner. Tamar offers insight into:  -how to manage weight-loss expectations when training for longer races;  -the nutritional challenges for runners of switching to a plant-based diet;  -making peace with carbohydrates and using them to help reach health goals;  -why she steers runners away from intermittent fasting; and,  -the importance of not labeling foods based on morality.  Amanda shares details (and emotions) about her upcoming move out west, and Sarah tells why she’s been touring houses. Dietitian Tamar joins at 15:06. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support. Step up to a NordicTrack treadmill: Explore all the options at NordicTrack.com Build confidence + creativity: Get 30% off your first month + free shipping on any crate line with code AMR at kiwico.com Self-care shave essentials from Flamingo for just $16 with free shipp

Dimity and Sarah provide counsel: -Jenny regarding warm-up options before a challenging workout (including dynamic moves);  -Megan about anti-chafing options, especially on her inner thighs; and, -Katherine on sly ways to relieve herself (both #1 + #2!) on a run. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! Cheers! Get 6 bottles of wine for $29.95 and free shipping by going to TryFirstLeaf.com/AMR   Make them green w/ lawn-envy: Get $20 of your custom lawn plan at GetSunday.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Adrienne Martini have an intriguing conversation with Lexie Kite, Ph.D., co-founder (along with her identical twin sister!) of the non-profit More Than a Body and co-author of the new book called More Than a Body: Your Body Is an Instrument, Not an Ornament. Lexie offers insight and advice on:  -building body image resilience (and what it is!);  -setting goals based on what your body can do, not what it looks like; -banishing the belief you need to look a certain way for anyone else;  -helping plant a media-literacy seed for your children (and yourself); and,  -silencing any internal self-objectifying voices as you emerge into a post-pandemic world.  When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support. Start thriving: Get $20 off your first order + a free gift when you join today at ThriveMarket.com/AMR   Simplify dinner: For 12 free meals + free shipping, go to HelloFresh.com/amr12 and use code amr12 Good night! Birch is giving $200 off all mattresses + 2 free eco-rest p