If you love to hike—or are curious about hiking—join us on this episode, where Dimity and her three Train Like a Mother Club colleagues take on Mammoth March Arizona, a 20-mile hike outside of Phoenix. The four ladies chat about: how they trained to be ready for nearly eight hours on their feet; the steady cadence and relaxed atmosphere of the event; why trail etiquette—and good foot hygiene—matters; how Taylor Swift came to the rescue at mile 18 or so. Hike Like a Mother and join us in...

Anyone considering or training for a half-marathon or marathon needs to listen to this episode with running legend Deena Kastor, Olympic bronze medalist in marathon and author of Let Your Mind Run. With hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Liz Waterstraat, Deena shares: -ways to banish the intimidation factor of a long run;  -what “the insistent mind” is—and how to get into it;  -positive interpretations of the signals your body sends you mid-run;  -her acceptance of slowing down + running shorter...

This is the episode for folks who debate how to fit in everything—workouts, work, family, chores, self-care, etcetera. Spurred on by a question from Trisha, the hosting duo shares crowd-sourced responses that range from practical advice to guilt-alleviating empathy and clear-eyed insight. A thought-provoking episode, for sure.  Before turning to answers, Sarah shares good news about her running two years post-bulging disks, and raves about her new kicks. Join the run-your-first-marathon...

This episode is a must-listen for women of all ages: Stacy Sims, Ph.D., noted exercise physiologist and co-author of ROAR, talks about the importance of, and mechanics of, heavy resistance training. With hosts Sarah and Britany Williams, Stacy shares:  -what she means by “heavy lifting”;  -how to get started lifting heavy + how to progress;  -how your brain + nervous system benefits from resistance training;  -how to use your cell phone to help you train at home; and, -ways to incorporate a...

How do you stay present as a parent while pursuing a high level of fitness? Is the idea of a “super mom” just a myth? These are just two of the myriad topics Dimity and Sarah WF touch on in this conversation with Diana Cohen—an associate professor of political science at Central Connecticut State University and author of an ongoing study on Iron Moms (AKA women who pursue Ironman triathlons as a hobby while balancing family and career). The hosts bring Diana on the podcast to broaden her...

This episode is a must for anyone who loves listening to a strong woman who makes things happen: The guest is Olympian Alysia Montaño, co-founder of &mother and mother of three. In this lively conversation with hosts Sarah and Tish, Alysia details:  -making the transition from track to marathon running;  -the backstory of &mother;  -the invisible load of motherhood, especially for women runners;  -her strength-training routine; and,  -the joys of trail running.  Before Alysia joins...

Got an upcoming race and curious about making a port-a-potty pitstop mid-race, like first-time marathoner Gina is? Give a listen to this episode for loads of suggestions. Also, Dimity serves up lots of great advice about tackling a Yeti-style race in response to Susan’s query. Then the hosts help Anna feel better about her larger-than-average feet. (Here’s the PJ brand with inclusive sizing Dimity raves about, too.)  Dimity shares a story of a clever repurposing of race tees before the duo...

This is the ideal start-here episode for folks new to AMR podcasts—or loyal listeners looking for a refresh on the brand’s backstory. Originally aired on the Feisty Women’s Performance Podcast, this crossover episode is a convo with AMR founders, Sarah Bowen Shea and Dimity McDowell. With Feisty host Sara Gross, the duo shares numerous along-the-way anecdotes, plus:  -how they grew a global sisterhood of empowered runners;  -how the women's running industry has changed since 2010; -the...

Dimity chases (frozen) waterfalls with Kimber Cross, an ice climber and alpinist who began climbing mountains and ice in her late 20’s. Despite having a limb deficit—she was born without a right hand—Kimber has set records on Mount Rainer/Tahoma and continues to push her limits. The two talk about: how Kimber’s kindergarten class usually reacts to her hand; her childhood sports pursuits and role models (hello, fastpitch softball!) why trust is such an important element of climbing, and how...

This is the episode for you if you’re aiming to cover a mile in less time or to nail a goal race time. Host Sarah welcomes back  Train Like a Mother Club coaches Jennifer Harrison and Liz Waterstraat to discuss myriad ways to hone and build running (and walking/hiking!) speed. The coaches detail: -the five building blocks of speed;  -the base to have before adding in speedwork;  -the importance of balancing risk vs. reward;  -the power of plyometics, cadence, + drills; and, -strength moves to...

If you live in a hilly region, like Whitney, do you ever wonder if you also need to do hill repeats? Well, this episode has your answer, along with keen insight on Zone 2 running and heart-rate training, in response to Kathleen’s question, plus recommendations for a DIY blister kit, prompted by a call from ultrarunner Rhianna.  Before turning to answering callers’ questions, Dimity shares painful details of her latest injury. Here’s the hiking program Dimity highlights. To record a question,...

Anyone looking to achieve a healthy relationship with food will find this episode fascinating and insightful: The guest is Jenna Hollenstein, M.S., R.D.N., a nutrition therapist, meditation teacher, and author of several books, including Intuitive Eating for Life. Along with hosts Sarah and Amanda, the guest details: -what exactly is Intuitive Eating—and how to approach it;  -how to start trusting your judgment around food; -how mindfulness enters into our relationship with food; -the concept...

Whether you’re a rugby fan or know very little about the sport, you’ll want to hear this chat with Naya Tapper, an influential athlete who’s changing the game in so many ways. A true star of the sport, Naya led Team USA to its very first Pan American Games gold medal in November, competed at the Tokyo Games and will return to the Olympics in Paris this summer. On this candid episode, Naya joins us from the U.S. Olympic Training Center to chat with co-hosts Dimity and Sarah WF on a variety...

This episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to keep running into their 60s, 70s, and 80s: Hosts Sarah and Tish (herself a 62-year-old running strong!) talk with three Senior Masters runners, who share:  -their starts in running—and what keeps them going; -their pre-run routines;  -the importance of stretching, rest, and running with others;  -their biggest surprises of running in their later years; and,  -their racing plans for 2024.  Before the first Senior Masters runner joins...

Ever wonder how Another Mother Runner got started and grew? The founders (who are also the hosting duo) recap the highlights in response to Amy’s question. Maybe you’re like Meg, looking to return to running. If so, you’ll appreciate the guidance from Coach Dimity. And, finally, there’s Stephanie and Elisa, wondering which weather extreme Sarah and Dimity prefer to run in.  Before answering questions, Sarah reveals her packing blunder on her family’s recent trip to Japan. Here’s the hiking...

Folks looking to go big, exercise consistently, or somewhere in between will gain a lot from this episode, featuring Train Like a Mother Club coaches Jennifer Harrison and Liz Waterstraat. With host Sarah Bowen Shea, the coaching duo discusses:  -ideas for shorter goals to stay motivated all year;  -the importance of respecting recovery;  -how to overcome training-overwhelm;  -best practices for coming back from injury or surgery; and, -the importance of being “pliable and flexible” to set up...

Listen to this episode if you need an injection of inspiration to go after a big adventure in 2024.  After a quick catch-up, hosts Dimity and Sarah WF welcome Gill Watson, a mother runner and fitness instructor from the UK. Gill has a fascinating story of adventuring around the world that began 20 years ago when she won a reality show on the BBC in Borneo. Since then, she’s competed in far-flung places including the Arctic Circle, and was even on Ninja Warrior UK. Hear how Gill plans to...

If you like eavesdropping on the athletic accomplishments of other runners, give this episode a listen. It’s a casual, candid conversation with three co-hosts—Ellison, Tish, and Liz. The gals talk about their athletic (+ personal) lives in 2023 —and potential 2024 goals.    Also, Ellison shares three book recommendations, and Coach Liz talks up two more books in Miles of Books at the end of the ep.    When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!   Get $30...

Give a listen if you’re like Holly and you want to figure out how your half-marathon finish time can predict when you’ll cross your marathon finish line. Or if you can relate to Amy, who’s looking to support friends training for a 13.1 or 26.2 during winter weather.  The first question drops around 6:11. To record your question, please call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771), keeping your message to 60 seconds or less. This repeat episode originally aired on December 14, 2021. Learn more about your...

Anyone looking for athletic inspiration, empathy, and laughs will want to listen to this episode. It’s a conversation with three co-hosts—Britany, Amanda, and Molly. The gals talk about their 2023 highs (hello, first baby!) and lows (recovery from knee replacement)—and what the new year might hold for them.    When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support!   Get a free gift w/ purchase + free shipping  on orders $29+ at Nuts.com/AMR Learn more about your ad...

In Part 2 of our year-end wrap-up, hosts Dimity & Sarah WF continue to highlight our collective athletic highlights of 2023. First, Dimity shares her favorite fitness moments of the year (hint: They involved a bike and hiking shoes!), then AMR coaches pop in to reflect. Hear from Jennifer Steele, Jennifer Harrison, Jess Hofheimer, Elizabeth Waterstraat, and Mandy Cherry, who shed some light on what made 2023 special for them. And, throughout the episode, we play voicemails from...

Avid readers, as well as casual ones, will enjoy this annual episode, in which the hosts Sarah and Ellison talk about a dozen new books they’ve read and recommend. The talk of books kicks off around 4:32.   Here are the books the hosts discuss: The Fraud: Zadie Smith Day: Michael Cunningham Absolution: Alice Mcdermott West Heart Kill: Dann Mcdorman If on A Winter’s Night a Traveler: Italo Calvino The House of Doors: Tan Twan Eng Pet: Catherine Chidgey The Scrupulous Confession of Lydia...

Looking for effective, at-home strength moves, like Maura? Then give a listen to this episode. (Here are the three programs Dimity recommends, including Many Happy Miles.) Or maybe you are in Karen’s shoes, wondering when to replace your running shoes. Finally, learn along with Leah where the gals land on pausing their GPS at stoplights (or scooping up #foundchange!). Before turning to the questions, Sarah shares why she nearly needed a snorkel on a recent run. To record a question, please...

No matter your stress level, this is a must-listen episode: Physical therapist and coach Chris Johnson talks with hosts Sarah and Amanda about the impact stress has on our daily and athletic lives. In this advice-laden episode, the guest talks about: -how to keep goals from adding to your stress level;  -using rate of perceived exertion to minimize exercise-related stress; -a simple routine to relieve neck + shoulder tension; -pivoting your workouts based on your energy levels;...

What was your favorite athletic moment of 2023? Perhaps it was PR'ing in a 10K or crossing the finish line of your very first marathon. Maybe it was something simpler, but oh-so-sweet, like a scenic hike with your family or that first pain-free run after dealing with a nagging injury. Whatever the highlight, we're showcasing several on this episode, including those from three of our Train Like a Mother coaches. After hosts Dimity and Sarah WF reflect a bit on the year, hear from Amy Skorich,...