Another Mother Runner

Sarah and Molly, the Queen of TMI, have a bloody (had to do it!) good conversation about periods with Dr. Jennifer Hallowell, a Massachusetts-based OB/GYN, mom of two, and self-described “serial half-marathoner.” In answering questions culled from Facebook, the good doctor details: how to get rid of having periods + clever ways to reduce flow; methods to manage PMS symptoms; non-tampon/pad options (so many!), including an online comparison chart; menopause misconceptions; and, how to not feel “like a bloated hippo running in quicksand” right around your period. After random, laughter-filled chitchat, the guest jumps on at 10:13. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your--and their--support! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

According to our weather girl sources, humidity is rising—and so are temperatures. Don’t head for the treadmill just yet; listen in as Dimity chats with Train Like a Mother Club coaches Jennifer Harrison and Elizabeth Waterstraat to get their tips and tricks on how to handle summer running.  Their advice includes: —The amount of time your body needs to acclimate to warmer weather; —What workouts are best done super early—or on the treadmill; —Best hydration practices before and during a run; and —The shorts Coach Jen can’t live without. Coaches Jen and Liz oversee the Heart + Sole: Running by Heart Rate and Triathlon programs in the Train Like a Mother Club. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Katie talk with three women runners about what’s keeping their fitness-fire lit during stay-at-home orders. A few audio highlights: how Texan Samantha’s run streak is keeping her on track, plus how it’s expanded during the pandemic; how Washingtonian Jess views the pandemic as an opportunity to learn new training techniques; how Melissa in New Hampshire and Jess are both remotely relying on friends to stay active; and, how One Mile a Day in May has become Melissa’s get-moving mantra. Katie shares an oh-no-she-didn’t anecdote in the intro! The first “motivational speaker” joins at 7:20.   When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your--and their--support! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Dimity advise: -Stormy in Destin, Florida, on the best ways to stay injury free and motivated doing the Great Virtual Run across Tennessee, including this dynamic warm-up routine; -practical tips for a 24-hour ultra running challenge, like the Yeti, to Courtney in Olathe, Kansas.   Bonus: Get Dimity’s honest assessment of the newly re-introduced Kona Cola Nuun!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Molly chat with three mother runners about their approaches to running (and triathlon-ing) after their races were postponed, canceled, or are in limbo waiting for word. The gals hash out: -the comfort—and the conflict—of sticking to a training plan with no finish line in sight; -the welcome motivation an annual mileage goal provides;  -race-day alternatives, including creative DIY challenges; and, -the freedom of a flexible workout schedule. In the intro, the best running friends share their what-now intentions in the wake of the Missoula Marathon/Half Marathon cancellation. The first guest-runner joins at 18:12.   When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your--and their--support!   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Getting in line for the Port-a-Potties at every race start, Dimity talks to Dr. Patrick Wilson, PhD, RD, author of the newly released book The Athlete’s Gut: The Inside Science of Digestion, Nutrition and Stomach Distress. Among other things, Patrick explains: —Various common causes of cramps and diarrhea; —The science behind your body burning fats vs. carbs; —The only scientifically proven way to stop side stitches; and —Why mindfulness can help your intestines calm down. Interested in being a potential future Athlete’s Gut research participant? Follow Patrick on Twitter: @SportsRD_PhD Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Amanda Loudin talk about what races might be like once they get back up and running. Then, in the second half of the episode, the Missoula Marathon director joins the mother runner duo to talk about the cancellation (sniff, sniff) of that June race, which Sarah has been training for. Sharing knowledge gained through Running USA, Amanda details: alternatives and modifications to future race expos; the “minefield” of a race corral in the age of coronavirus; how masks and carry-with-you collapsible cups will become new marketing platforms; having to “make do with less” when it comes to race volunteers; and, how “it’s going to take a lot of ingenuity to figure out a way forward.” In the intro chitchat, Sarah offers viewing recommendations, including Hulu’s Mrs. America and Never Have I Ever on Netflix. The guest joins the show at 13:30. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your--and their--support! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dimity and Sarah share: -recommendations for at-home strength-training equipment for Kate in Yakima, Washington; -guidance to Chicagoan Devon about mixing CrossFit with marathon training; -suggestions for Jana in Waco, Texas, who’s looking to achieve a sub-2:00 half-marathon; and, -vegetarian dinner options for Christina on Long Island, New York, to eat the night before a long run.   Here’s the Nutrition for Running: Half Marathon + Marathon program (just $20!) Dimity suggests. Also, learn how Sarah the Optimist’s marathon training is going, plus Dimity’s sports-related news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Maggie talk all about sports bras with Laura Tempesta, a renowned bra consultant and founder of the website/advocacy group Bravolution. Bra-avenger Laura details: why it’s crucial to know what “sister sizing” is before you bra shop; care and washing protocol for getting the most miles out of a sports bra; the key steps to finding your ideal sports bra; and, ways to sidestep chafing. To find support that won’t let you down, download this guide compiled by Laura. After talking about marathon training, cooking, and baking, Sarah and Maggie welcome the guest at 16:32. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your--and their--support! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dimity talks to two women who each recently ran 50K on their own because of COVID-19: Kelli Anderson, a stay-at-home mom of two in Whitehorse in the Yukon Territory, and Lora Morgan, a veterinarian and stepmother of one in Jackson, Georgia. Tune in to learn: —How Lora got through the miles going back and forth on her long, dirt-road driveway; —Why Kelli set up her aid station in the garage, not in her house; —The helpful beauty of doing the exact same lap again and again; —And how both of them got through the rough spots of a long, long day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Dimity jump into a conversation with Bonnie Tsui, an avid swimmer and surfer and author of a new book entitled Why We Swim. The water-loving trio talks about: -the brain-wave-changing effects of swimming; -advice for adults who want to learn to swim or be comfortable around water; -practical breathing tips; -the ins-and-outs of Masters swimming; and, -the pure joy of swimming! Funny cake tales from the duo in the intro chitchat; the guest hops in at 17:01. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your--and their--support! Let Cook Smarts plan your dinners: Get 20% off with code AMR20 at cooksmarts.com/amr Make learning about STEAM fun: Go to kiwico.com/amr and get your first month FREE! Take your running to the next level with BeetElite: Get 20% off your first purchase at livehuman.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Dimity reveal: -how building a wide endurance base will allow Suzanne in Calgary to hit her race pace; -other options for Olga in Washington State for dealing with plantar fasciitis; and, -avenues Catherine in Durango, Colorado, can follow to become a certified running coach. In the intro, the hosts rejoice in the “different zing” cycling provides compared to running. (Heresy, we know!) Call 470-BADASS1 to record a question you want answered.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Katie talk with Cory Nyamora, a clinical psychologist and a triathlon/running coach, about running-related conflicts that can arise in relationships. Responding to real-life questions posted on the AMR Facebook page, Cory discusses: the importance of partners having space and time to pursue passions; how to get a partner to take an interest in your running; equality in a relationship; and, how open, frequent communication can solve myriad issues. In the introduction, Katie shares her exercise streak, and the two hosts detail how running blends with their respective relationships. (Twice-married Sarah gets to compare and contrast!) The guest joins the show at 17:06. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Helping you lean into—not curse—April’s showers, Dimity chats with Sarah, a proud Pacific Northwester, about how to embrace the wet—and refreshing—runs in the rain. The duo cover: ·      Best attire to keep you comfortable; ·      How to minimize chafe + phone damage; ·      How to mentally embrace—and enjoy—the challenge; ·      And why a rainy day trumps a hot or windy day for running. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Amanda talk all things trail running with Sarah Lavender Smith, a running coach and author of The Trail Runner’s Companion. A veteran of 93 (!) marathons and ultras, Sarah shares: her personal transformation from smoker to accomplished ultramarathoner; the importance of optimism and adaptability when hitting the trail; safety-related scenarios to be prepared for (hint: it’s not “wild animals and creepy people”); her favorite pre-run warm-up exercises; and, an eye-opening way of looking at “walking” mid-run. The intro chitchat runs the gamut, including Sarah talking about her continued Missoula Marathon training. The Other Sarah joins the show at 15:07. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your--and their--support! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dimity and Sarah suggest: -to Phoebe in New Hampshire ways to protect her lady-bits while cycling; -the go-hard, go-easy rhythm of durable, year-long training for Lisa in Shoreview, Minnesota;   -training for non-traditional distance races for Liz in Mystic, Connecticut; and, -how Pilates can be a game-changer for the ailing back of Jamie in Oak Park, Illinois. Here’s the book Dimity recommends to Jamie and other back-pain sufferers.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As part of AMR’s “Routines” series, Sarah and Maggie check in with four mother runners about their new normal, daily life, and workouts while sheltering in place. Visit them vicariously, and learn: how meditation is helping ease Nicole’s anxiety; how Kelyn is getting creative combining workouts with homeschooling; what Erin is doing with the time she’s gained by losing her commute; why Kary believes V-ups are “the devil’s child,” and; each mom’s unprompted silver lining. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah had a virtual sit-down with Tim and Jessica Murphy, the founders of BibRave and fellow Portland residents, to talk about coping during this crisis. They touch on all sorts of topics, including what Sarah’s reading and watching. This conversation is part of a YouTube series, and the trio answers questions pinged in by viewers.  Save 20% off any WIN detergents on Amazon using code AMRGOWIN. Limit one redemption per customer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sarah and Tish compare self-isolating (and educational!) notes from the two coasts, then are joined by a guest half a world away, Beatie Deutsch, the Israeli marathon and half-marathon champion and a mother of five young children. Beatie shares: -how she morphed from non-runner to national champion in just four years (!!); -what dressing modestly (complete with below-the-knee skirt + head scarf) means to her; -what a typical marathon training week includes; -social media advice to ensure you don’t “compete or compare” with others; and, -how she’s coping with an inability to run due to injury + newly imposed government restrictions. Beatie joins the conversation at 14:24. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On a Thursday morning in early March, Meghan Vanasek, a mother of four in Durham, NC, got news that the Tobacco Road Marathon, her first 26.2, was cancelled because of the COVID-19 situation. On Saturday morning, Meghan ran her own marathon. Dimity chats with Meghan about: ·      The conflicting emotions she had when her race was canceled; ·      The alternatives she considered before plotting her own race; ·      How she set up her route and aid stations; ·      What helped her get through the tough miles; ·      And why this race, “was not at all what [she] envisioned, but in some ways, was better.” Save 20% off all WIN Sports Detergent Products on Amazon with code AMRGOWIN Check out the Train Like a Mother 26.2: Go the Distance Program, the one Meghan used. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices