Another Mother Runner

The second part of a double feature, this podcast and the weekly Another Mother Runner podcast (released on December 18) share a theme: Running after COVID-19. Today, Dimity talks to Dr. Jonathan Kim, a runner and an Atlanta-based sports cardiologist who is part of the team that wrote the American College of Cardiology Sports and Exercise guidelines on getting back to sport after COVID-19. Dr. Kim explains: —a responsible returning to training after contracting COVID-19; —when to have medical supervision as you return; and —what symptoms indicate you might be rushing your return. See where you can go with a NordicTrack treadmill with iFit: Visit NordicTrack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Katie (who had COVID-19 in July) talk with three women about their experiences with COVID-19 and their returns to running after the illness. The women detail: -their myriad symptoms and the progression of them; -numerous lingering side effects; -their return to exercise, which, for one ultrarunner, meant 40 minutes to cover a flat ¼-mile; -fire-like feelings in their lungs after formerly “easy” runs; and, -their anecdotal advice on prevention and treatment. In the introductory chitchat, the co-hosts talk up AMR’s OUTRUN 2020 New Year Eve Virtual 5K. The conversation turns to COVID at 6:55. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! See where you can go with a NordicTrack treadmill with iFit technology at NordicTrack.com Prioritize your pleasure: Get a 30-day free trial at DipseaStories.com/amr Bring your family closer together: Save $10 at Storyworth.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Dimity tell: -Jessica traction devices options for running on snow + ice (including screw shoes); -track workout basics to Katie; -new-mom Emily how often to hit the dirt when training for her first 50K; and, -their own 2021 athletic plans in response to Jen’s query. Discover the benefits of CBD: Get one of three weekly deals, including a discount on Sarah’s favorite Rejuvenating Balm, at NaturesGemCBD.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Molly talk with three formerly reluctant runners on how they each became an enthusiastic runner. The women share: -the beauty of a walk break; -mantras + mottos that get them moving -the lure of data + annual mileage tallies; -about shifting from road to trail—and how it banishes negative self-talk; and, -how comparison is the thief of joy Molly shares about recent foot surgery in the intro, then the host duo delve into the main conversation at 5:44.    When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!  Drink up the goodness: Receive 20% off any Nuun order with code HYDRATEAMR at nuunlife.com  Use code AMR for 50% off your first month + free shipping on your first crate line at kiwico.com  Self-care shave essentials from Flamingo for just $16 with free shipping at shopflamingo.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dimity chats with Jana Green, Danielle Ligocki, and Shannon Tate, three members of Many Happy Miles to get a soles-on-the-ground perspective of our annual membership program. Listen in as the conversation flows through: —Jana’s incredible two-year Many Happy Miles streak—and the benefits to her health; —The virtual community on Danielle thrives in, despite her not being on Facebook; and —How Shannon uses Many Happy Miles to recover from her third knee surgery (and has taken two minutes off of her average splits through consistency in cardio and strength!). Join us in Many Happy Miles in 2021: register here. Registration for new members closes on January 10, 2021.     See where you can go with a NordicTrack treadmill with iFit: Visit NordicTrack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and new occasional co-host Liz Waterstraat do a deep dive with Kate Kneifel, a therapist who specializes in anxiety and host of the Full of Shift podcast, about how to cope with anxiety. Therapist Kate and Coach Liz cover: -the importance of making space for difficult emotions—and treating them “like leaves on a stream” -the critical role meditation and breathing exercises can play in managing stress; -ways to help teens with anxiety (including several book recommendations); -how injured runners can find balance and peace with shorter, less frequent workouts; and, -a make-you-laugh anecdote involving butterflies and tattoos! Get acquainted with Coach Liz in the introduction. Kate the Therapist joins the show at 11:40. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! Peds All Day Active No Show socks are available at retailers like Walmart, Target, Amazon, and on peds.com Hire fast and efficiently: Get a $75 credit from the #1 jobsite on the planet at Indeed.com/amr Gift g

Dimity and Sarah lay out: -foam rolling basics for another Sarah; -ways (and whether!) to stretch post-run for Leigh; -suggestions for Pepper on tracking mileage on her running shoes; and, -mosquito-repelling advice for Autumn (she lives in Texas!). Discover the benefits of CBD: Use code BAMR to save 22% + get free shipping on orders over $75 AND a free 1-ounce magnesium oil on any topical purchase at NaturesGemCBD.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Ellison convene for their biannual book banter on this winter reading episode. For the first time, they talk about books to read—and those to skip. Books they cover: Moonflower Murders: Anthony Horowitz His Only Wife: Peace Adzo Medie Just Like You: Nick Hornby White Ivy: Susie Yang Leave the World Behind: Rumaan Alam The Orchard: David Hopen My Dark Vanessa: Kate Elizabeth Russell Death in Mud Lick: Eric Eyre A Knock at Midnight: Brittany K. Barnett In the introduction, Ellison gushes about her brand-new grandbaby! The duo turns to books at 15:59. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! Bring your family closer together: Save $10 at Storyworth.com/amr Warm up or cool down: Get $50 off an Embr Wave at EmbrWave.com/amr Prioritize your pleasure: Get a 30-day free trial at DipseaStories.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The first in The Body Series, which tackles issues and injuries common to runners, Dimity dives into lower back pain and running with Dr. Maggie Henjum, PT, DPT, OCS, FAAOMPT, owner of Motion. Tune in to discover: —Why the software (muscles, ligaments, and tendons) that surrounds your spine is key to running pain-free; —How your execution of a single-leg squat may determine your risk of injury; —The reason why your brain might have more to do with pain than you think; —And why Maggie calls running, “beautiful for your whole body.” Motion on Instagram: MotionMinnesota See where you can go with a NordicTrack treadmill with iFit: Visit NordicTrack.com Ready for more Training? Steaming hot episodes served up here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Dimity gab with three women who have learned to love the treadmill, including a trainer (and mom of 4!) who leads iFit workouts around the globe for NordicTrack. Hear: -how the treadmill helped one woman shave 75+ minutes of her marathon PR; -why one desert-dweller wished she’d purchased a treadmill sooner; -why a treadmill was “a total game-changer” for a medical resident (and his wife!); -how doing speedwork on a treadmill “makes a workout just fly by”; and, -how one mother runner creatively chunks up her long treadmill runs. Dimity sings the praises of her NordicTrack S22i bike before the first guest joins at 10:35.   Special thanks to NordicTrack for supporting this bonus podcast + Another Mother Runner. See where you can go with a NordicTrack treadmill with iFit: Visit NordicTrack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Amanda tuck in for a conversation with Natalie Rizzo, MS, RD, a sports dietitian, marathon runner, and author of The 100 Best Foods for Vegetarian and Vegan Runners. Rizzo serves up: -myth-busters about eating a plant-based diet; -suggestions on how to gradually phase out meat from your meals (if that’s of interest to you); -loads of animal-free protein options; -meat-free pre-race and pre-long-run dinner recommendations that are easy on the GI tract; and, -family meal work-arounds when carnivores and vegetarians gather round the table. In the introduction, Sarah and Amanda talk about workout work-arounds in the latest round of lockdowns. Natalie the RD joins the show at 9:36. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! Make qualified hires fast: Get a $75 credit from the premier jobsite on the planet at Indeed.com/amr To save 15% on sustainable dog food + treats made with cricket protein, go to Jiminys.com/amr and use code AMR15 at checkout. Learn more about you

Dimity and Sarah serve up answers: -for Erin regarding losing weight post-marathon, including how to “unpackage” carbs; -about the best strength moves to augment stroller running for another Sarah -highlighting the best winter running tops with long-enough sleeves for tall Courtney.   Discover the benefits of CBD: Use code BAMR to save 15% + get free shipping on orders over $30 at NaturesGem.com/amr  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Dimity gab with three gals who did epic-for-them races this year. Hear how: -Kelly climbed 2,200’ in the aptly named High Knob Hellbender 10K; -Kelly is still poised to run 40+ races this (wacky) year to mark her 40th birthday; -heat and humidity at January’s Disney World Marathon didn’t wilt Christine; -one of Kristie’s reasons for running her first ultra was “an excuse to get out of the house!”  In the intro, Dimity details her epic undertaking—an Ironman triathlon in 2013; the first guest joins the show at 17:57. 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 Get 50% off your first month, plus free shipping on any crate line, with code AMR at kiwico.com Get a year’s supply of Liquid Vitamin D for free with your first purchase at athleticgreens.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Dimity counsel: -another Sarah on the best ways to boost immunity while training; -Gretchen about how to meet a half-marathon time goal on 3 days/week of running; and, -Pamela on breathing technique.   See where you can go with a NordicTrack treadmill with iFit: Visit NordicTrack.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Amanda speak with Dr. Alice Boyes, a former clinical psychologist and author of The Healthy Mind Toolkit, about how to beat mental exhaustion. Dr. Boyes details: -what the “step-up approach” is—and how to use it to your advantage; -why replicating your current systems might be better (and easier!) than creating a new system; -how the adage, “Too busy chasing cows to build a fence,” applies to us all; -the importance of pleasurable routines in our daily lives; and, -the “secret resource” for emotional support.   The mother runner duo talks swimming in the intro, with the guest jumping in at 11:06.   When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!  Self-care shave essentials from Flamingo for just $16 with free shipping at shopflamingo.com/amr Prioritize your pleasure: get a 30-day free trial at DipseaStories.com/amr Hire from the best: Get a $75 credit from the number one jobsite in the world at Indeed.com/amr   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adch

Dimity and Sarah offer advice: -about DIY training periodization to Christina to prevent burnout; -on form pointers and ways to work on form to trail-running Rachel; and, -regarding support, training, and high-quality gear to plus-size Megan.   Discover the benefits of CBD: Use code AMR to save 15% off your order at NaturesGemCBD.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Part of our Routines series, Sarah and Tish talk with three women about running at night. A mix of anecdotes and advice, the trio reveals: -how to handle pre- and post-run eating; -the magical feeling of running under the night sky; -the lighted and reflective gear they use to stay safe + seen; -the release of running at the end of a hectic day; and, -how to rally the energy to head out the door! When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! Go green: Use code amr80 to get $80 off across four boxes, including free shipping on your first box, at GreenChef.com/amr80 Warm up or cool down: Get $50 off an Embr Wave at EmbrWave.com/amr Massage reinvented: Get your Gen 4 Theragun today to try risk free for 30 days at Theragun.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dimity and Sonja Wieck dive into the Fijian waters to relive the World’s Toughest Race, and then head to shore. The two then chat about bringing more adventure into daily pandemic life and how Sonja has found both clarity and coping skills after a life-altering mental health event. Dive in with us to find out: —How Sonja did as Team Iron Cowboy’s only navigator; —Who Ninja Kitty is—and why she rides fat tires; —How Sonja and 12-year-old daughter fared hiking the John Muir trail; and —About the four pillars of Sonja’s mental health. Sonja’s Podcast: Tales of Toughness Sonja on Instagram: @GoSonja See where you can go with a NordicTrack treadmill with iFit: Visit NordicTrack.com Ready for more Training? Steaming hot episodes served up here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Molly, with special guest Alex Ward, the show’s longtime producer, play a game of catch-up. Alex and Sarah, co-presidents of the Silly Fractured Ankles Club, compare notes, then Molly and Sarah detail how their relationship has morphed during the pandemic due to a variety of factors, including Molly’s bum knee. A short, laugh-filled episode! When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! Get a year’s supply of Liquid Vitamin D for free with your first purchase at athleticgreens.com/amr Warm up or cool down: Get $50 off an Embr Wave at EmbrWave.com/amr Forgo foraging: Join and shop Thrive Market today to get a free gift of your choosing (up to $24 value) at ThriveMarket.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Dimity tell: -Jackie her pre-run anxiety is perfectly natural—and remind her she holds the power; -Canadian Tianna some simple and easy pre-run fueling options (including these muffins); -Suzanne the 10% rule applies to distance and intensity—and how to measure it out; -Kate what’s what with hill repeats, including what incline to aim for.   Discover the benefits of CBD: Use code AMR to save 15% off your order at NaturesGemCBD.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices