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Another Mother RunnerOutsmart Hormonal Changes with Weights and WorkoutsCalling all women runners, especially ones going through perimenopause and menopause: Listen to this smart, insightful episode! The guest is Brooke Bussard, M.D., a certified personal trainer, health coach, and author of Outsmarting Menopause. Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Amanda Loudin, post-menopausal Dr. Brooke details:
-her personal strength routine (hint: 5x5);
-how to start lifting heavy—and to progress;
-how—and why— to stimulate your central nervous system while lifting;
-the importance of doing jumping exercises;
-the drill that makes her “feel wild” as she’s doing it.
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Another Mother RunnerThe Healing Power of ExerciseThis the ideal episode for any active people looking for more reasons to get outside and get moving! The guest, Julia Hotz, is a journalist, marathon runner, and the author of The Connection Cure: The Prescriptive Power of Movement, Nature, Art, Service, and Belonging. Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Amanda Loudin, she details:
-the mood-boosting effects of being active in nature;
-the health benefits of hobbies;
-the importance of doing what matters to you;
-an argument for not multi-tasking; and,
-an Rx for a best running friend. 2025-05-161h 00
Another Mother RunnerFind Your Sport-SupportThis is the episode for anyone who sometimes exercises as much for social reasons as health ones—and those gals who are looking for in-person support. Hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Amanda Loudin talk with a runner and a triathlete who thrive on the camaraderie and encouragement of athletic groups. Plus, SBS sits in the guest seat to talk about her pickleball leagues. The active gals cover: -the origin story of Your Motha’s Run Club; -advice on approaching not-yet-friends to run with you; -how athletic groups are about so much more than sports; ...2025-04-111h 01
Another Mother RunnerA Sports Dietitian Weighs in on GLP-1s and RunningThis episode is required listening for anyone curious about how GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic, Trulicity, and Wegovy affect running and the ability to train for races. The guest, sports dietitian and 18x-marathoner Meghann Featherstun of Featherstone Nutrition, talks with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Amanda Loudin, about: -how GLP-1 agonists work on various parts of the body;-how to “eat around” these drugs to fuel (+ refuel) runs;-balancing carbs and proteins given reduced appetite; -concerns about runners using these Rx’s for “vanity” weight loss; and,-whether you can train for a mara...2025-03-2138 min
Another Mother RunnerLauren Fleshman on the Power of JournalingFans of writing and running—or folks looking to forge their runner identity—will love this episode about keeping a running/movement journal. Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Amanda Loudin, guest Lauren Fleshman, former pro runner, entrepreneur, and co-creator of the Believe Training Journal, shares:-the multi-faceted power of journaling; -advice for how to start keeping a running journal; -the power of looking back at past journal entries; -how messiness can serve a purpose; and,-how journal-writing can foster + strengthen your running identity. Before Lau...2025-02-1452 min
Another Mother RunnerNutritional Pitfalls Runners Should AvoidAny and all athletic folks need to listen to this episode to sidestep common nutritional mistakes. The guest is Alex Larson, a registered dietitian nutritionist, avid athlete, and mom of three kiddos. Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Amanda Loudin, the guest details:-the importance of “frontloading” nutrition; -the timing of eating and workouts; -how to eat to support lifting heavy weights;-the role fat should play in your diet; and,-how to stay strong while getting leaner.Before serving up the dietitian at BARRY INSERT TIME HERE...2025-01-2443 min
Another Mother Runner2024 Year-end Co-Host Conversations, Part 1This is the ideal episode for anyone in need of athletic inspiration, empathy, and laughter: It’s a conversation with three co-hosts—Tish Hamilton, Amanda Loudin, and Ellison Weist. The gals recount 2024 highlights, including a marathon, numerous mountains summited, and a new fitness endeavor. And Ellison can always be counted on for book suggestions, including one about human longevity and another about the long life of a house. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! For a coveted entry as part of a dream race-cat...2024-12-2057 min
Another Mother RunnerRunning After Age 50Whether you’re a 50+ runner or simply curious about how your body and fitness might change with age, you’ll gain a lot by listening to this episode. The guest is Caolan MacMahon, a running coach and author of a new called Running Past 50. With hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Amanda Loudin, Caolan discusses: -how we age in regard to activity; -which 50+ runners can still get faster; -the importance of tuning into what matters most to you; -how to banish “creakiness”; and, -how—and why—to be smarter and tougher runners.2024-11-0153 min
Another Mother RunnerHow New BQ Times Are Affecting RunnersWhether you dream of running Boston—or (definitely!) not—you’ll be intrigued by this episode. The guests are three “regular” runners who have to recalculate their quests to qualify for the Boston Marathon because the qualifying times just got made five minutes faster for every age group under 60. Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Amanda Loudin (both multi-time Boston Marathon veterans), the guests discuss: -whether they’ll continue their BQ pursuits; -their strategies to shave additional time off their marathons; -why one guest is pleased BQ standards were tightened; -the thrill of chasi...2024-10-0454 min
Another Mother RunnerHormones and Women RunnersAll women runners owe it to themselves to listen to this enlightening episode! The guest is Dr. Amy Divaraniya, a biomedical scientist who led a team conducting groundbreaking research in the field of hormone monitoring—and a mother runner training for her first marathon. With hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Amanda Loudin, the guest talks about:-the importance of understanding your menstrual cycle; -planning workouts based on phases of your cycle; -natural ways to reduce cortisol; and,-how the guest is cycle-synching her workouts for NYC marathon. Before...2024-09-2143 min
Another Mother RunnerAttaining Big Goals—And Then What?Anyone looking for inspiration to go after an ambitious goal—and folks looking to get over post-achievement blues—will love this episode. Recorded at AMR’s Lake Placid retreat, hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Amanda Loudin talk with four goal-chasers, who discuss: -how to step up to longer triathlons; -thoughts + emotions of closing in on 50-state marathon goal; -pushing a disabled daughter in a wheelchair in a marathon; and,-rebounding to regular workout-life after a lengthy run-streak. In the intro, Amanda reminisces about doing the inaugural Lake Placid Iron...2024-09-1356 min
Another Mother RunnerA Sports Dietitian Talks re: Bone DensityHealth-conscious folks of any age need to listen to this episode featuring Laura Moretti Reece MS, RD, a board-certified sports dietitian specializing in sports performance-based nutrition and a marathon runner. With hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Amanda Loudin, Laura details: -the role genetics play in bone health; -the importance of multi-directional activities, not just running; -a food-first approach to promoting bone health; -early signs of low-bone density; and, -why you should try eating something called natto. In the intro, proud-momma Sarah talks about her upcoming adventure to...2024-07-1258 min
Another Mother RunnerRevamping Your Running FormAnyone 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 runnin...2024-05-241h 04Another Mother RunnerHow to Get over a Disappointing RaceThis is the episode for everyone who’s ever been disappointed by a race experience. Hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Amanda Loudin talk with Emily Saul, a sports psychology and performance coach, as well as two “regular” runners who recently ran races that didn’t go as planned. The guests share:-metrics to define success other than a finish time; -lessons they’ve learned about themselves from their rough races;-ways to bounce back post-race; -how to foster resiliency; and,-the importance of leaning on friends and family. Aman...2024-04-1959 minAnother Mother RunnerHow Running Can Combat LonelinessAnyone looking for more reasons to run—or who wants more joy and connections in life—should listen to this episode. Guests Robert Waldinger, M.D., a professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School + co-author of The Good Life: Lessons from the World's Longest Scientific Study of Happiness, and Stephanie Diamond, a mom who formed deep friendships through running, join hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Amanda Loudin to share:-how strong of a stressor loneliness is; -the power of casual interactions; -why group runs and running retreats serve introverts well; -how a running g...2024-03-0839 minAnother Mother RunnerA Peak Inside a Marathon Medical TentListen to the episode if you’re curious about what goes on in a medical tent—and what happens to runners who stop in one during a race. Sarah and co-host Amanda Loudin talk with two veteran medical professionals who have staffed countless race medical tents. The guests share:-tips to avoid a visit to the medical tent; -protocol for getting runners back out on the course; -details of heat stroke, and when it’s time to be sent to a hospital;-items at runners’ disposal in a medical tent; and,-movi...2023-09-1551 minAnother Mother RunnerA New Masters-Age Runner on Aging + Slowing DownNo matter what stage of running you are in—from pushing a stroller to slowing down due to age—this episode is a must-listen! Host Sarah and Amanda Loudin have a wide-ranging conversation with Amanda Parrish Morgan, a contemplative marathon runner whose book of essays is called Stroller. The guest shares:-her stark reckonings with getting gray hair early and slowing down; -how coaching cross-country taught her to be kinder to herself;-the impermanence of running; -how running with a stroller helped her hone speed and avoid injuries; and, -the stro...2023-04-2154 min
Real FitIntuitive Eating for Runners (Another Mother Runner podcast cross-feed) | ep 48I joined Sarah Bowen Shea and Amanda Loudin on the Another Mother Runner podcast starting at 11:29 to discuss: what intuitive eating encompassesmy macro counting obsession and why I stoppedwhat “food freedom” is—and how to achieve ithow to balance the needs of training with intuitive eatinghow to recognize “the food police” in your head—and silence it!💖 Are you ready to heal your relationship with food, exercise, and your body? I'm an intuitive eating coach and I’d love to help. Click here to learn more.💌 Struggling with your body image? Sign up for...2022-11-2251 min
Another Mother RunnerYour Race Is over: Now What?If you're fresh off a race—or have one on the horizon—this episode is for you: Sarah talks with two coaches who detail the best next steps to take post-race. Coaches Amanda Loudin and Mandy Cherry lay out:-the cycle of building up, breaking down, and all-important recovery; -what constitutes “rest” after a big effort (sorry, no couch involved); -the benefits of easy runs; -surprising-for-Sarah blister treatment; and,-how much time to take between races. Take a swig of Nuun Immunity3 every time a coach utters the word, “mi...2021-11-0548 minAnother Mother RunnerLesbian Runners Share Their StoriesSarah 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...2021-06-1158 minAnother Mother RunnerThe Future of Running RacesSarah 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...2020-05-0852 minAnother Mother RunnerWomen Runners Share Their Long Run RoutinesSarah and Coach Amanda Loudin catch up with three BAMRbassadors, all veterans of numerous marathons and several ultras, who share their best practices before, during, and after long training runs. Revelations include:-pre-run meals and treats (including a protein mug-cake!);-the best night-before prep;-the smartest running gear investment one of them ever made;-clever on-the-run hydration and nutrition tactics; and,-ways to deal with mid-run rough patches (one option might surprise you!). Sarah shares details about her WMNRUN quarter-marathon race (spoiler alert: it just might involve an...2020-03-131h 04Another Mother Runner#391: Is 2020 Your Year to Run a Marathon?Sarah and two Train Like a Mother Club coaches, Amanda Loudin and Liz Waterstraat, circle up to debate the should-you-or-shouldn’t-you aspects of taking on 26.2 in 2020. The trio covers:-the slightly scary, and completely thrilling, reality of undertaking a marathon;-the make-or-break importance of training consistency;-pointers on deciding if you have room in your life for all the miles;-advice on choosing a training plan; and,-the importance of not overfilling your stress bucket.And Sarah makes a big (for her!) 2020 announcement. (Hint: It’ll happen in Miss...2019-11-2945 minAnother Mother Runner#359: Runners Inspired by Boston MarathonSarah Bowen Shea and Amanda Loudin team up to talk to a trio of runners motivated by the Boston Marathon. The guests weren’t inspired to necessarily run Boston, but inspired by it—the size and scope of the marathon or by the tragic 2013 bombings. The first guest is Julia Gibson, a mother runner of three, who vowed she’d never run 26.2—until she “watched that Boston Marathon documentary with tears in my eyes, and I wanted to be a part of something that historical.” Julia offers advice for other BAMRs looking to BQ. Next is repeat-guest Erin Wright, who was so m...2019-04-121h 04Another Mother Runner#356: Real Women Turning Fitness Passion Into Their JobSarah Bowen Shea and Amanda Loudin chat with three mother runners who let their avocation be their vocation, turning their love of being active into their work (or at least a side gig). First is Eleni Drake, who launched Mile Markings, a company that creates inspirational temporary tattoos for runners. Eleni details how a need to let out her creative juices, plus a desire for motivation while on a race course, prompted her to launch Mile Markings with her husband. The next guest is Cynthia Vissers, who started working at a running specialty store after her youngest son started...2019-03-221h 19Another Mother Runner#350: Lights + Sound: Running SafetyIn the intro, Sarah goes co-host-free in favor of a catch-up conversation with prolific Portland runner Paula Harkin, who just passed the 10-year mark of her running streak. (Yowza!) Paula details what constitutes a running streak—and how to make it official. (Who knew?!) She also confesses her daily run is “a challenge every single day.” Paula shares all sorts of Portland race news, including the scoop on the new Portland Marathon, plus her reclaiming two popular half-marathons. Loads of laughs are shared between these two mother runners (who ran the 2007 Nike Women’s Marathon together, when Paula coached SBS!).2019-02-0859 minAnother Mother Runner#346: Pro Runner Neely Gracey Shares Marathon Tips + Post-Partum AdviceSarah and co-host Amanda Loudin share a sit-down with professional runner Neely Gracey, who’s also a running coach and mother of a 5-month-old baby. Neely, the top American woman in her debut marathon (Boston 2016), talks about playing the long game, laying out her five-year plan that includes the next two Olympic Marathon Trials.With refreshing candor, Neely details her fitness endeavors while pregnant, providing value lessons for any sidelined runner. Dismissing the notion of “balance,” Neely shares her fresh mental approach to the juggling act of parenting, running, work, and other life elements. Smile as she talks...2019-01-111h 11Another Mother Runner#345: Three Running Coaches Offer Training + Racing AdviceSarah and Dimity talk with three coaches to help you put your best foot forward in 2019. First up is Jenn Gill, a certified personal trainer and strength coach in addition to being a running coach (did we mention she has three kids, too?!). Jenn talks up the overlooked beauty (and discomfort) of 5K races, and she shares tips on how to maximize results in shorter races. She gets teary when telling how much she loves being a cheerleader for runners. The next coach is Amanda Loudin, highlighting the new 13.1 and 26.2 training plans in the Train Like a Mother Club...2019-01-041h 28Another Mother Runner#342: Becoming a Runner in Different DecadesSarah and co-host Amanda Loudin connect with four women to hear about how they each started to run in a different decade. First in line is Julie Mayne Baker, who began running in her 20s—nearly four decades ago. Julie shares how her running changed over the years; find out what launched her into marathons in her 40s. The started-in-her-30s runner is Erin Wright, who took her first running steps after the birth of her second baby. Laugh (and nod!) along as Erin admits how the idea of alone-time was a major motivation to get out the door. Ne...2018-12-141h 22Another Mother Runner#340: Planning Your Race CalendarWith an eye toward the New Year, Sarah and co-host Amanda Loudin discuss the ins-and-outs of planning a successful race calendar. Answering a variety of questions from BAMRs on the AMR Facebook page, they start with debating “the sweet spot,” the optimum number of races per year. Amanda, a coach for a decade, talks about the importance of making decisions about your goal for the year—then making choices to set you up for success. Coach Amanda explains why she’s not a fan of “over-racing” and she dazzles SBS with the concept of “results-oriented running.” Amanda details how to be half-marat...2018-11-301h 04Another Mother Runner#330: Find Your Athletic “Happy Place”Sarah and co-host Amanda Loudin (fresh back from Chamonix, France, where she got to spectate the UTMB ultra race!!) talk with a variety of guests about having an athletic “happy place.” First they admit what their happy places are, then they bring on the expert, Dr. Justin Ross, a Denver-based psychologist and marathon runner, who starts off by assuring Sarah the show’s topic isn’t, in her word, “cockamamie!” Instead, he defines an athletic happy place as, “something that provides connection to self, sport, and community.” (Phew!) The good doc goes on to explain folks can have an internal and an...2018-09-211h 12Another Mother Runner#324: More Summer Running AdviceSarah and co-host Amanda Loudin, both dreaming of refreshing bodies of water to plunge into (post-run or to swim in!), share creative, BAMR-tested ways to cool off after sweat sessions. They also reminisce about visits to the Adirondacks.Then, through the magic of technology, Sarah and AMR OG-Coach Christine Hinton offers up all the advice you need to survive sweltering summer runs. The mother runner answer questions submitted via Facebook, including the definition of getting acclimated to heat and how to do it. Christine talks about the vicious cycle of humidity and how to beat heat from...2018-08-101h 15Another Mother Runner#316: Special Father’s Day Episode 2018Sarah and co-host Amanda Loudin sit down with three father runners to get a look inside their lives. From early morning workouts to crying at the end of a race, the guys aren’t all that different from the gals. First up is Ty Francis, a trail runner/triathlete and a divorced dad of three young sons. A physical therapist, Ty tells why he adopted a guiding principle of training everyone should consider following. He also reveals why he had to let go of feeling competitive. Discover why he spent 22.5 hours on a bike—the reason will tug on your...2018-06-151h 03Another Mother Runner#314: How to Rock Your Running RaceListen in to the sitdown Sarah and Dimity had with Coach Amanda Loudin and Dr. Justin Ross at the recent AMR Run + Refresh Retreat in Ogden, Utah. Recorded in front of mother runners who were hours away from running the Ogden Marathon, the experts share mental and physical tips for performing your best in a race. The quartet share personal anecdotes of when they turned around a flagging race effort, and the coaches offer numerous tips on how to pull yourself out of a negative “valley” mid-race. Whether you utilize the experts’ advice in an upcoming race or tuck it int...2018-06-0134 minAnother Mother Runner#313: How to Find Your Ideal Running RaceSarah and co-host Amanda Loudin are joined by Coach MK Fleming of the Train Like a Mother Club to discuss how to choose a great running race for you. The trio covers a variety of considerations, such as geography, weather, terrain, crowd size, corral policies, and more. Coach MK shares when it’s smart to adjust your expectations. The ladies’ opinions about downhill races might surprise you. Coach Amanda stresses the importance of knowing yourself and what kind of runner you are when it comes to tolerating inclement weather conditions. Laugh along with SBS at MK’s “ultraviolet sandwich” analogy. L...2018-05-251h 11Another Mother Runner#310: Running Through GriefSarah and co-host Amanda Loudin have heart-to-heart conversations with four women runners who have suffered losses—and used running to help process their emotions and heal. A heavy topic, for sure, but the ladies still share some smiles + laughs. Marge Schupe shares the story of her two miscarriages, explaining how running helped her get back in touch with her body and see it as something other than “a complete failure.” Proof positive: Since last summer, she’s PR’d in 5K, 10K, and 13.1-mile races. Marge gives advice for dealing with a miscarriage. Next is Patti Cruz, who suffered numerous l...2018-05-041h 22Another Mother Runner#302: The Lowdown on Feeling RundownSarah and co-host Amanda Loudin welcome Dr. Lisa Corbin, a professor at University of Colorado School of Medicine and a mom of three, to discuss the causes—and cures—of feeling rundown. As in, what to do when your get up and go has got up and went! Dr. Lisa suggests when it’s time to see a doctor about low energy, plus other symptoms to take into consideration. She shares “grandma tips” for improving sleep along with recommending a great online resource. The trio talk about anemia—the various types, as well as the cures. The good doc details sign...2018-03-0959 minAnother Mother Runner#294: The Truth about Marathon TrainingSarah and co-host Amanda Loudin, veterans of nearly 30 marathons between them, pull back the curtain and reveal best practices about training for a 26.2-mile undertaking. They start slowly with the importance of rest and underappreciated “easy” runs. Coach Amanda lays out what’s an appropriate base for marathon training, both in terms of how long you can run—and how long you’ve been running. She talks about the optimum length of a training cycle and the best number of days to run per week, plus variables that affect both elements. Serving up a dose of reality (and wit!), Coach Aman...2018-01-1256 minAnother Mother Runner#290: Striving for Big Goals!Sarah and co-host Amanda Loudin welcome on five mother runners to talk about their pursuit of big goals, including a first marathon, ultra, and Ironman. First up is Kelli, a hardy mom of two who training to run a marathon on February 1—in the Yukon. Brrrrrr! The second guest is Shonna, putting in the miles for her first 26.2. This empty-nester tells the tale of her first running steps just a year ago on a treadmill that squeaked so loudly, her dog would leave the room! Megan is on next, and she’s aiming to nab a Boston-qualifying marathon time, some...2017-12-151h 16
Another Mother Runner#287: Be Seen, Be Alert: Running SafetySarah and co-host Amanda Loudin are joined by prolific Portland runner Paula Harkin to discuss ways to stay safe while running in the dark. A repeat guest, Paula starts by giving an update on her nearly 9-year running streak (!!). Then the trio dives into the street v. sidewalk debate. A long-time group-run leader, race director, and co-owner of Portland Running Company, Paula explains her street-smart practice of Defensive Running; she also talks about the importance of using all of one’s skills and senses to get through a run. Amanda tells of two of her running buddies, Disco Runner an...2017-11-2455 min
Another Mother Runner#285: Running and FertilitySarah and co-host Amanda Loudin have a candid conversation with Dr. Elizabeth “Betsy” Barbieri, a doctor of reproductive medicine at Oregon Reproductive Medicine and a mom of three young kids, about running and fertility. The conversation starts off with a few laughs with a tangent about pregnant celebrities in US Weekly. The good doctor talks about hormonal shifts which can affect a mother runner’s cycle. Betsy gives advice on dealing with the stress of trying to conceive and why it’s important to continue running in moderation if it’s a sanity-saver. The conversation covers miscarriages and running—and why to b...2017-11-101h 00
Another Mother Runner#282: Real Moms Run Milestone RacesIn this epic episode, Sarah and co-host Amanda Loudin chat and laugh with four mother runners who chose to celebrate banner birthdays or anniversaries with running races! First up is mom of four Angela Rodriguez, who is fete’ing turning 40 by running her first marathon. Listen as Angela and Sarah bond hard at being rule-followers when it comes to training plans. Next is Malia, who chose to celebrate her 40th by running 40 races in the year following her bday. She shares how the scheme came to her while running a race on her birthday last October, knowing she wanted “more...2017-10-201h 19
Another Mother Runner#277: How to Get Back in the Running GrooveSarah and co-host Amanda Loudin converse candidly with four women who fell out of their running groove to learn how they are finding their way back—or discovering a new way. The first guest, Maggie Palmer, was just starting to get in a post-move groove when disaster struck—literally: She and her family endured Hurricane Irma on the Caribbean island of St. Maarten. Maggie shares how she and her family are getting back on their feet after being evacuated and landing in Chicago, including how Maggie is enviously eyeing women runners staying at same hotel. Then Jen Rucker tells how...2017-09-151h 17
Another Mother Runner#274: Time-saving Hacks from a Coach + a NutritionistSarah and co-host Amanda Loudin are here to help you get moving more quickly and how to get yourself (and maybe your kids!) out the door, back at your desk, or off to bed after a workout. This episode is all about trimming time and simplifying your routine to fit in your runs. First up, Sarah and Amanda share tips and hacks from other mother runners plus anecdotal advice from their own decades of running (and, in the case of Amanda: coaching!). Ways to wake up--and get out of bed--more consistently and how to start putting your miles as...2017-08-251h 11
Another Mother Runner#268: Best Ways to Utilize GPS Running WatchesSarah and co-host Amanda Loudin spend some time talking about GPS running watches - the best ways to utilize one as well as how to prevent becoming overly reliant on numbers on your wrist. Coach Amanda talks about why an “easy run” is different on every single run. The gals reveal the definition of running “naked” - and how often you should be doing it. (!!) Hear how wearing a GPS ruined a race for Coach Amanda, yet how useful she finds them for speedwork. (If that’s your jam.) At the other end of the spectrum: The gals discuss the import...2017-07-071h 11
Another Mother Runner#266: A Nutritionist Answers Questions from Mother RunnersSarah and co-host Amanda Loudin welcome Jessica Crandall, a registered dietician nutritionist in Denver specializing in weight management and sports nutrition. This certified group fitness instructor and mother runner answers a host of questions from the AMR Facebook page, starting with clearing up “calorie confusion.” Jessica gives weight-loss and weight-management advice for moms in their 40s and 50s; she presents an intriguing suggestion for improving on-the-run hydration. The marathoner discusses new thinking on carb-loading, including the importance of what the trio dubs “the Goldilocks Balance.” Jessica suggests numerous portable options for on-the-run fuel; find out her three F’s to follow...2017-06-231h 22
Another Mother Runner#264: Coach Amanda on Fitting in and Juggling Workouts on a Training PlanSarah and co-host Amanda Loudin discuss how to fit in and juggle workouts on a training plan when faced with a disrupted summer schedule or, heck, simply life itself. Coach Amanda answers a slew of questions culled from the AMR Facebook page. In short order, a few themes emerge, including the importance of overall consistency. Coach Amanda reveals whether it’s okay to occasionally split up a long run and whether stroller-miles equate to solo-miles. The duo discuss juggling strength training with a regular running regimen. The coach explains the best way to add in shorter races during a go...2017-06-091h 01
Another Mother Runner#257: 2017 Boston Marathon RecapSarah and co-host Amanda Loudin cover the high points of this year’s Boston Marathon, from which world record was broken to how many children the women’s winner has. (And whether it’s more impressive that she won after birthing them…or trained while mothering them!) The gals dissect the once-again unseasonable heat, and why it might have been worse than the 2012 Boston (which they both ran) when temps touched 89 degrees. Find out if Sarah and Amanda hold onto dreams of running Boston again. Listen to the marathon version of a booze cruise Amanda is helping organize for a gal-pa...2017-04-2150 min
Another Mother Runner#254: A Conversation with Jean Chatzky, Author + TODAY Show Financial EditorSarah and co-host Amanda Loudin have a good gab with Jean Chatzky, the financial editor of the TODAY Show and author of numerous books, including the just-released AgeProof: Living Longer without Running out of Money or Breaking a Hip. The three mother runners kick things off with talk of running trails and gourmet food, then Jean shares her start in a running—a group decision, it turns out. Jeans talks about her best running friend, who she’s been getting in the miles for more than two decades! Jean reveals intriguing intersections between health and finances, including four things comp...2017-03-3156 min
Another Mother Runner#252: How to Get Your Kid(s) Involved in RunningSarah and co-host Amanda Loudin (calling from her own mom’s house!) have a sit-down with Vicki Lang, a mother of two collegiate runners and a long-time youth cross-country and track coach. Vicki highlights the importance of making running fun for kids to keep them engaged and enthusiastic. The gals talk about the crucial middle school years, a turning point in enthusiasm for sports for many children. Coach Vicki puts forth an intriguing mileage guideline (which takes math-challenged Sarah a few beats to catch!), as well as the beauty of a “progression plan.” The conversation covers the “reverberating” effects of running...2017-03-171h 11
Another Mother Runner#251: How to Build Speed and Run FasterSarah and co-host Amanda Loudin talk about how to run faster and hone speed, recognizing from the outset that speed is relative. Coach Amanda suggests approaching speed seasonally over the course of a year, then breaks down all the different “tools” for doing so, starting with hill repeats. The mother runners discuss the slippery beast of a tempo run, which Amanda describes as “comfortably hard.” (An oxymoron?!) Amanda introduces a new-to-Sarah concept of “10 years of improvement,” then they dissect how that’s both good news—and bad. Amanda sings the praises of strides and strength training. She also defines the elements tha...2017-03-1052 min
Another Mother Runner#243: Motivational Running Advice—and Then Some!In this hour-plus episode, Sarah kicks off the New Year with two co-hosts—dear Dimity and Amanda Loudin—to talk about motivation: how to bolster it now and throughout the year. The three mother runners draw on personal experience as well as professional tips they’ve gathered in their years as freelance health and fitness journalists, starting with the importance of being happy in life. The conversation takes many twists and turns, especially as they discuss the “beauty in suffering” and why you need to “show up” to have some runs become “magical.” There are a lot of numbers bandied about in t...2017-01-061h 25
Another Mother Runner#242: 2016 in Review with AMR Podcast Co-hostsAn annual AMR podcast tradition expanded: As the year reaches its finish line, Sarah chats up each of her co-hosts to recap their running and racing. Adrienne Martini talks about the correct nomenclature of the 26.2 she ran in November: Find out why it’s “her marathon” not her “first marathon.” She discusses why she likes big races—and why she might need an exorcist for exercise! Molly is the first of several co-hosts to expound on how her athletic goals are changing as she ages, and how she has no ego about race results. Talk turns to her daughters entering the...2016-12-301h 34
Another Mother Runner#241: Interview with Winning Pro Triathlete Liz LylesSarah and co-host Amanda Loudin enjoy a conversation with Liz Lyles, a professional triathlete and mom of two school-age children. In 2016, Liz not only completed two Ironman-distance triathlons—she won both 140.6-mile races, setting a course record at one of them. Liz talks about how, with each passing year, her learning curve of juggling motherhood and training evolves; she shares the keys to her training and racing success. The Reno resident divulges her feelings toward getting a treadmill as a Christmas gift, then spends quite a bit of time talking herself out of anxieties all mother runners will relate to...2016-12-2345 min
Another Mother Runner#240: Meet the Train Like a Mother Club CoachesSarah and co-host Dimity welcome a bevy of savvy, sassy guests: the coaches of the Train Like a Mother Club. The gals give a preview of the plans in 2017 (including an exciting triathlon announcement!) as well as some insight into their coaching perspectives. First up is Coach MK Fleming of the hugely popular heart rate training programs, who talks about the importance of believing in “the power of ‘yet’” for “future badassery!” Next on is Amanda Loudin, coach of the traditional programs (and occasional co-host of this podcast), who reveals how she stopped a string of injuries that plagued her for the...2016-12-161h 07
Another Mother Runner#239: Running Podcast: Bart Yasso Is the Man!Sarah and co-host Amanda Loudin catch up with running luminary and Runner’s World Chief Running Officer, Bart Yasso, days after Bart’s retirement announcement on Twitter. The trio set off talking about how to get into big, mega-popular running races, but the conversation rapidly veers toward amazing anecdotes from Bart’s four decades of running. It’s like the podcast version of the guiding principle Bart shares: “Never limit where running can take you.” Sarah and Bart bond over “tube socks” as he tells how he became the “mayor of running” after nearly expiring while running his first mile. Find out what...2016-12-091h 04
Another Mother Runner#232: “Stacked” Races: How to Run Multiple Races in One WeekendSarah and her new occasional co-host Amanda Loudin dive into the mind-boggling world of “stacked” races: multi-event weekends that have participants taking on several races on consecutive days. Sarah and Amanda are joined by three mother runners who are veterans of these challenging undertakings. First up and fresh off her second running of the Twin Cities Loony Challenge is Kate Walton, who stresses the importance of tending to recovery. She recommends a homeopathic remedy that helped her legs feel (relatively!) fresh in a 10-mile race the morning after doing back-to-back 10K and 5K races. Next up is a laughter-filled chat...2016-10-211h 10
Another Mother Runner#226: Woof, Woof: Advice on Running with a DogIn what Molly dubbed a “dogcast,” Sarah and her veterinarian-by-profession running partner Molly focus on running with a dog. Their first guest, Mark Stockamp, is a professional dog runner who has logged (dogged?!) more than 2,500 miles with furry friends in less than three years. Mark tells what breeds are best for running—and why fur length is important; he also tells tips for helping your pooch deal with hot temperatures (and pavement). This pro offers creative poop-scooping ideas, and he and Molly bond over something Molly is “morally opposed” to doing. Mark shares training tips and advice about leash length. Ne...2016-09-021h 15