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Another Mother Runner Another Mother Runner
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- Health & Fitness
A family of three podcasts to get (+ keep) you moving without losing your family, job, or sanity! Nearly 1,000 (!) back episodes to enjoy.
Every Friday on the original show (launched in 2011), host Sarah Bowen Shea, a mom of three and veteran of 14 marathons, is joined by a rotating cast of co-hosts and often a guest expert to discuss topics ranging from how to reach a big race goal to finding your athletic happy place, and everything in between. Training, nutrition, motivation, mental toughness, TMI issues: This show covers it all (and then some!).
Many Happy Miles and AMR Answers drop on alternate Tuesdays: Many Happy Miles is hosted by AMR co-founder Dimity McDowell and Sarah Wassner Flynn, and it celebrates and explores all types of forward movement, whether an epic hike, century ride, or your first brisk walk after a setback. The co-founding duo of Sarah and Dimity host AMR Answers, providing insightful responses to listeners’ called-in questions. All three shows are witty and conversational, making them great running partners because the AMR gals do all the talking—even on the uphills!
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Gaining Entry to Big-Name Marathons
Anyone with the goal to run a marathon, especially a renowned one like New York City, London, or Chicago, will be intrigued and enlightened by this episode. The guests, RaceRaves founders Katie Ho and Mike Sohaskey, talk with hosts (+ multi-time marathoners) Sarah Bowen Shea and Tish Hamilton about:
-the “scarcity mindset” of marathon entries;
-the various factors adding to the popularity of big marathons;
-running the Abbott World Marathon Majors;
-which marathon is under consideration as the 7th Major; and,
-advice on completing a marathon in all 50 states.
Before the RaceRaves duo joins around 10:56, Tish tells of the sure-to-be-epic hiking adventure she’s embarking on.
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Many Happy Miles: Tough Broad with Caroline Paul
Listen to this episode for a boost of inspiration to get out there and try something new—no matter your age. Hosts Dimity and Sarah WF have a lively chat with Caroline Paul, author of Tough Broad, a book that explores aging in a new light. You’ll hear about:—The origins of Caroline’s adventurous spirit;—The ways in which she gets her adrenaline fix (hint: it involves experimental aircraft!);—Breaking the stigma often placed on women over 60;—How adventure can be defined in various ways for various people;—Caroline’s pillars for fulfilling aging; and so much more!Follow Caroline on Instagram. Join us for Better Together in Richmond, Virginia on November 16.
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What Yoga Can Do for Runners
This episode is a must-listen if you do—or are considering doing—Sun Salutations, Warrior Pose, and the like. Guest Sage Rountree, Ph.D., yoga instructor and author of The Athlete’s Guide to Yoga, talks with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Britany Williams, about:
-hating her first experiences with yoga (!);
-the value of letting go of “doing-and-action” mode;
-how the athletic mindset tempers runners’ approach to yoga;
-how your practice should change during a training cycle; and,
-four “spicy and sweet poses” to do daily.
Before Sage joins around 14:26, each host shares about her recent photo/video shoot. At the end of the episode on Miles of Books, Coach Liz talks up two books about communication. (And here’s the online book group she mentions.)
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AMR Answers: Soothe Anxiety with Running; Training for a Trail Half
If you run to ease anxiety, like Alex does, you’ll appreciate the advice Dimity gives about how to make runs less stressful. Folks training for a trail race (as Liz is) will learn a lot from the pointers shared, including how flatlanders can hill train. Finally, the duo give advice for treating sore feet in response to Amanda’s question.
The hosting duo shares nature moments (An owl! Prairie dogs! Coyotes!) from a recent hike and bike ride before answering questions. Here’s the Better Together program Dimity talks up.
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Revamping Your Running Form
Anyone who wants to change their running style or is curious about why they might want to consider making a shift needs to listen to this insightful episode. The guest, Jay Dicharry, is a noted physical therapist and author of Running Rewired: Reinvent Your Run for Stability, Strength, & Speed. Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Amanda Loudin, Jay details:
-reasons to reinvent your running form;
-how to be a more resilient and durable runner;
-why runners need to diversify their routines;
-cues to use + drills to do to revamp your running style; and,
-the top problem for most runners.
Before Jay Dicharry joins around BARRY PLEASE INSERT TIME HERE, the hosting duo discuss book groups.
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Many Happy Miles: Running Lessons I Wish I Knew Sooner
This episode is a slam-dunk for anybody who wants to deepen their knowledge of running and strengthen their own miles. Dimity and co-host Sarah Wassner Flynn chat with special guest Sarah Bowen Shea (SBS) about running lessons they wish they would've known earlier, including
Incorporating three elements which have helped SBS run more efficiently;
Why Sarah Flynn would've switched her focus from raw numbers to deep friendships earlier;
How Dimity wishes she would've been more present, especially in the long runs;
Helpful tweaks on nutrition (both on and off the road); keeping things easy; and the importance of joy and patience.
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