Another Mother Runner

Whether you’re going through menopause or it’s still on the horizon, this episode is for you. We bring on Selene Yeager to chat about some content in her new book, Next Level: Your Guide to Kicking Ass, Feeling Great, and Crushing Goals Through Menopause and Beyond,which she co-wrote with Dr. Stacy Sims. Topics covered include: Why there’s a lack of research on menopause and how that’s changing; Embracing a changing body and keeping a healthy mindset; Why short, sprint intervals and jumping are both key to building strength during menopause; Other ways to “pick up where your hormones are slacking” in the gym and beyond. Want to hear more about getting to the next level through menopause? Check out Stacy Sims on the July 22 episode of the Another Mother Runner podcast with Sarah Bowen Shea. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! Cheers! Get 20% off all Nuun products with code NUUNAMR20 at Nuunlife.com Heat things up: Enjoy an extended 30-day free trial by going to Dipseastories.com/amr Feel supported: Save 15% at Handful.com with promo code HandfulAMR15 Ready for more training? Fresh episodes served up here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is the episode for anyone who has ever felt like an imposter at a race or who struggles to declare they’re a runner. Sarah and Ellison talk with a researcher, plus two real-life mother runners, addressing issues like: -ways to get comfortable calling yourself a runner; -why self-identifying as a runner boosts exercise adherence; -how a health scare made one gal jump on the exercise train; -the ways being a single parent stripped one woman of her athletic identity; and, -how one guest is trying to get over her “imposter syndrome.” In a freshly recorded intro (interview portion of ep originally dropped in 9/19), Sarah shares a funny shoe story and Katie talks up her newest athletic passion. The convo with the first guest starts at 16:08. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! Take steps to better running: Use codeAMR15for 15% discount atCurrex.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’ve daydreamed (like Christine) about becoming a running coach, you’ll appreciate all the great advice Dimity and Sarah share in this episode. Or maybe you’re like marathoner Megan, and you want insight on juggling trying to conceive with training. And learn along with Whitney when’s the best time to strength train. To record a question, call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771). When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! A better base inallyour shoes: Use codeAMR15for 15% discount atCurrex.us Indeed, indeed: Get a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post atIndeed.com/AMR Thrive + shine: Enjoy 15% off your first order atThriveCausemetics.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is required listening for all runners and fitness enthusiasts coming back from an injury: A running coach and a personal trainer share loads of advice and insight into making a safe return to running and weight training. The experts detail: -the definition of “gradual” when making a comeback; -how hopping ona plancan eliminate overthinking + banish anxiety; -how to revamp “rest days” into “reset days”; -the importance of balance, stability, and core work for long-term success; and, -ways to prevent an injury from returning. A belated honeymoon and homemade cupcakes are discussed in the intro, before Coach Jen Harrison hops on at 13:35. Here’s the bookCoach Jen recommends. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! Take steps to better running: Use codeAMR15for 15% discount atCurrex.us Comfortable andcute: Get 20% off your first Vuori purchase atVuori.com/AMR Feel supported: Save 15% atHandful.com with promo codeHandfulAMR15 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is ideal for anyone who has ever considered running without a watch or GPS—or who can’t imagine going gadget-free. In the spirit of Independence Day, the hosts talk with two gals who aren’t tied to technology when they run. Topics covered include: co-host Sarah Wassner Flynn’s (unplanned) watch-free 5K; how tuning into your body helps silence a negative inner voice; why one guest occasionallyruns with her watch upside down (!); and, the other guest’s low-tech approach to running, including racing the Boston Marathon watchless. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! Cheers! Get 20% off all Nuun products with code NUUNAMR20 at Nuunlife.com Shop summer Rothy's shoes! Get $20 off your first purchase at rothys.com/AMR Stress less: For 10% off your first month, go to betterhelp.com/amr Ready for more training? Fresh episodes served up here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Everyone needing inspiration and insight to pursue an ambitious goal should listen to this episode. Recording in front of an audience in Missoula, Montana, Sarah talks with Tori, a first-time half-marathoner; a marathoner named Penny (age 70) going for all 50 states; and Kate, who’s prepping for a 6-day, 120-mile ultramarathon. Marvel as: -Tori talks about putting in many miles with a double stroller; -the gals divulge their self-care practices (or not!); -Penny tells how she’s going even bigger after a marathon in every state; -Kate and Penny share how they maintain their motivation; and, -the gals detail what big goals teach them about themselves. The first big-goal gal joins at 2:54. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! A better base in allyour shoes: Use codeAMR15for 15% discount atCurrex.us Heat things up: Enjoy an extended 30-day free trial by going toDipseastories.com/amr Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If exercise is stressing you out (like it was for Rebecca) instead of providing relief, listen to this episode. Moms of toddlers will appreciate the advice the duo gives to Amy, while anyone heading to the mountains this summer will dig the running-at-altitude insight (aimed at Valerie). Learn about heart-rate training in response to powerhouse Penny’s question. To record a question, call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771). When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! Feel supported: Save 15% atHandful.com with promo codeHandfulAMR15 Stress less, sleep better: Enjoy 40% off a Calm Premium subscription atCalm.com/amr A better base in allyour shoes: Use codeAMR15for 15% discount atCurrex.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anyone who loves reading (or listening to!) books will appreciate the slew of summer reading suggestions served up in this episode. Sarah and Ellison recommend a baker’s dozen of books, after talking about a recent South Carolina earthquake and Sarah’s cortisone shots. The literary talk starts at 17:35. Ancestor Trouble: A Reckoning and a Reconciliation: Maud Newton Sandy Hook:An American Tragedy and the Battle for Truth: Elizabeth Williamson The Invisible Kingdom: Reimagining Chronic Illness: Meghan O'Rourke Happy-Go-Lucky: David Sedaris Horse: Geraldine Brooks Groundskeeping: Lee Cole Sea of Tranquility: Emily St. John Mandel Lessons in Chemistry: Bonnie Garmus Jackie & Me:Louis Bayard The Change:Kirsten Miller The Foundling:Ann Leary Meant to Be:Emily Giffin The Wise Women:Gina Sorell When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! A better base in allyour shoes: Use codeAMR15for 15% discount atCurrex.us Banish breakouts: Get 15% off, plus free...

In honor of Father’s Day this month, we’re bringing on one totally hands-on dad, none other than Ryan Hall. Yes the Ryan Hall, as in the current American record holder in the half-marathon. Since retiring from running in 2016, Ryan has become quite the uber-dad and husband, supporting his wife, pro runner Sara Hall, and their four daughters, whom they adopted from Ethiopia in 2015. In this podcast, you’ll hear Ryan share about: Why he doesn’t force running on his kids The various hats he wears as Sara’s coach-slash-husband His emotional journey to fatherhood and creating a chosen family His big goals for the future (hint: it involves a mountain and a rowing machine! When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! A better base in all your shoes:Use code AMR15 for 15% discount at Currex.us Indeed, indeed: Get a $75 sponsored job credit to upgrade your job post at Indeed.com/AMR Wow, Oiselle:Through 6/30/22, save 25% on any tank tops at Oiselle.com Ready for more training? Fresh episodes served up here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’re thinking of expanding your athletic world beyond running, give this episode a listen. Co-hosts Sarah and Coach Liz share their beyond-running sporty passions (pickleball and gravel cycling, respectively), then they chat with Lauren, who recently doveinto swimming. The trio discuss: -steps for taking up a new sport (including this swimming book); -the importance of continuing to challenge yourself; -the power of putting yourself in the beginner’s mindset; -the anxiety folks feel as a novice; and, -the joy the gals feel doing their new sport. Liz shares a laugh-out-loud kid story before the hosting duo share their sporty stories; Lauren joins at 51:04. Find AMR co-branded Oiselle shorts here(they’re selling fast!), and pleasetake our survey. TIA. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! Comfortable andcute: Get 20% off your first Vuori purchase atVuori.com/AMR Get a free 7-day trial + $20 off 1st purchase of vet-recommended pet products at YourFuzzy.com/AMRw/ codeAMR For simple, smart savings on your prescriptions, go toGoodRX.com/AMR Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices