Podcast
Another Mother Runner
Hosted by Feisty Media · EN
A family of two podcasts to get (+ keep) you running without losing your family, friends, job, or sanity! More than 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 ~hour-long show covers it all (and then some!).
Every Tuesday, Miles of Books drops, alternating Ellison Weist chatting fiction one week with Sarah Bowen Shea and non-fiction with Coach Liz Waterstraat and Sarah the next. In about 30 minutes, the hosts entice and entertain you with plot descriptions and pearls of training (and life!) advice to guide you to your next great reads.
Both 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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Gals on Running Streaks
Nov 2801:02:43Tap to summarizeWhether you think a daily running habit is enviable—or certifiable!—you’ll love listening to conversations with four women who have run streaks. Join hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Tish Hamilton to learn: -how each gal’s streak got started; -what a “streak saver” is; -how a streak reinforces the runner-identity of one BIPOC guest; -how a running streak serves as a safety net for consistency; and, -how (+ if!) the guests envision an end to their streaks. The hosts time-travel to 1970s NYC in the intro; the first run-streaker joins at 10:01. (Link to guest-recommended book.) This episode originally aired on September 2, 2022. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Use code AMR for up to 35% off first subscription order at livemomentous.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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AMR Answers: AMR Answers: Sports Bras for Big-Busted Runners + Holiday Gifts for Runners
Nov 2500:42:27Tap to summarizeA fun twist on this episode’s Q&A’s: Hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Dimity McDowell share wisdom gleaned from the Another Mother Runner Facebook community. There are crowd-sourced responses to Kathy’s question about the most supportive sports bras for bigger-busted runners; Courtney’s query about dealing with sweaty workout wear; and Jacki’s request for holiday gift ideas for sporty gals. The first question gets asked-and-answered starting around 7:16. But, first, Sarah shares details about reaching a goal she announced on an earlier episode. (Find all the discount codes mentioned in the gift-related response here.) Please call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771) to record your question. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! 2-in-1 support sleeves: For $25 off your first order, go to gosleeves.com/amr25 Use code AMR for up to 35% off first subscription order at livemomentous.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Coach Greg McMillan on Optimal Running Form
Nov 2100:43:03Tap to summarizeAnyone who wants to run injury free for as long in their life as possible—or who hates how their form looks in race photos!—needs to listen to this enlightening episode with guest Greg McMillan, a well-respected running coach, exercise scientist, and author. With hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Coach Liz Waterstraat, Greg breaks it down as: -we don’t all need to look the same running; -small changes that can make a big difference; -how—and why—to achieve tall running form; -the importance of mobility—and how to improve yours; and, -the best fix for a wonky arm swing! Before Greg joins the conversation around 5:55, Sarah shares her excitement of watching her son perform in a Russian-themed musical this weekend (including some dancing like this). When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Get 20% off, plus free shipping, on allIQBAR products by texting AMR to 64-000 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Miles of Books: Four New Novels + Two Favorite Classics
Nov 1800:32:48Tap to summarizeTwo mysteries (including the latest installment of a must-read series!) plus two other just-published books provide lots of fodder for conversation between hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Ellison Weist (including a drool-inducing discussion of one author!). Also find out the classic novel Sarah and Ellison each recommend. The four new books the duo discuss: -The Impossible Fortune: Richard Osman-Bog Queen: Anna North-Town & Country: Brian Schaefer-A Guardian and a Thief: Megha Majumdar Find 2026 hiking + biking program details here. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Get 20% off, plus free shipping, on allIQBAR products by texting AMR to 64-000 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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AMR Answers: Rejiggering a Training Plan; Mid-race Dry Heaves
Jun 10, 2025Tap to summarizeAnyone missing out on some race training, like Pam, because of vacation, work, or illness, you’ll be very grateful for Coach Dimity’s stress-free, consistency-not-perfection wisdom. And once you’re running the race, if you get momentarily sidelined, like Penny did due to dry heaves, you can tap into the grace and wisdom offered by the host duo. Finally, the gals give advice to anyone (including Annie), looking for the next competitive challenge. Before the hosts offer up answers (+ anecdotes!) around 07:34, Coach Dimity gives strength-training guidance to Sarah. Please call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771) to record your question. Tap into your creativity with Dimity. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR. We appreciate your—and their—support! Sun’s out: Get 20% off Tifosi sunglasses with code AMR2025 at TifosiOptics.com 2-in-1 relief: For $25 off your first order, go to GOsleeves.com/amr Save 15% on any full-price purchase w/ code AMRsummer2025 at topoathletic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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AMR Answers: First Marathon Training Plan; Weightlifting for Runners
Feb 4, 2025Tap to summarizeIf you’re going to run 26.2 miles for the first time in 2025, like May, you owe it to yourself to listen to the episode, which includes a detailed primer on training for your first marathon. Any runner will benefit from Coach Dimity’s detailed strength-training suggestions in response to Kelsey’s question. And all runners will love scheming their own solution to Heather’s “dilemma” of getting to run both the Boston and London marathons! Before the Q&As start rolling at 08:12, the hosts talk rowing and (epic!) erging. Please call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771) to record your question. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! New AG1 subscribers: Go to drinkAG1.com/AMRfor a FREE $76 gift when you sign up Get 20% off, plus free shipping, on allIQBAR products by texting AMR to 64-000 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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How to Be a More Resilient Runner
Jan 24, 2025Tap to summarizeThis is the perfect episode for anyone looking to get unstuck and become a stronger version of themselves—in running and in life! Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Liz Waterstraat, the guest Kate Gladdin, author of the recently published Okay, Now What? How to Be Resilient When Life Gets Tough, details: -how to teach your brain to be more flexible; -the importance of doing hard things + allowing yourself to fail; -how to avoid falling into an all-or-nothing mindset; -the three A’s of self-compassion; and, -what OGT is. Before the guest joins around 6:04, Sarah shares what she’s striving for in 2025. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! GUod to go: Get 25% off with code GUAMR2025 at GUenergy.com Go to DrinkAG1.com/AMR to startyour New Year on a healthier note. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Nutritional Pitfalls Runners Should Avoid
Jan 3, 202500:43:02Tap to summarizeAny 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, the hosts talk about a near-brush with a car (Sarah) and a nagging injury (Amanda). When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Save 15% on any full-price purchase w/ code TOPOAMR2024 at topoathletic.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Many Happy Miles: Many Happy Moments
Dec 31, 202400:45:51Tap to summarizeJoin hosts Dimity McDowell and Sarah Wassner Flynn as they reflect on the Many Happy Miles program, its vibrant community, and the inspiring stories of members who’ve become better runners and people through their participation. Dimity shares the origins of Many Happy Miles and how it has grown over the past six years. Then, hear from current Many Happy Miles members about how the program has positively impacted their lives, including: Jenna Molster & Ellen Harr, two best running friends who met through Many Happy Miles; Kate Barbier, who shares how the strength training baked into Many Happy Miles has complemented her running; and, Amy Davis, who reconnected with running (and even got a PR!) after a challenging four-year break, thanks to the support of Many Happy Miles. Throughout the episode, hear from other MHM members who share their highlights from the year.Feeling inspired to join Many Happy Miles in 2025? Registration is still open—don’t miss out on the chance to be part of this supportive community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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2024 Year-end Co-Host Conversations, Part 2
Dec 27, 202401:13:43Tap to summarizeA perfect episode for folks in search of reminders to feel grateful and to give oneself grace: It’s a conversation with three co-hosts—Liz Waterstraat, Britany Williams, and Molly Williams. They share their personal highs and lows from the year, including an Ironman triathlon, the re-emergence of a strong running habit, and a near-death experience. On a timely Miles of Books at the end of the episode, Coach Liz brilliantly recaps two books about goals and goal setting. Here’s the promised link to Britany’s podcast. Get your free sticker. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Download the free Ibotta app using code AMR to get $5 + start earning cash back Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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