Anyone who dreams of chasing a big athletic goal needs to listen to this episode. Hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Tish Hamilton talk with two women athletes who are getting after it: one is training for her first marathon, while the other just completed a 100-mile bike ride. Hear how: 

-a decade-long runner decided to step up to a marathon;

-they both feel limits are only psychological;  

-a mom of four triathlete pivoted to straight-up cycling; 

-one athlete has struggled with chronic pain; and, 

-a non-competitive event fueled one woman’s fire. 

Before the first guest joins around 15:30, Sarah shares details of her Yellowstone trip to attend the wedding of dear Molly Williams’ oldest daughter, as well as her long-term strategy to be ready for winter running. 

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This episode for all runners who have wanted to quit halfway through a run, like Jana. Thankfully, the host duo of Sarah and Dimity share solutions, as they do with Catherine, who wants to know how to beat a 6-hour marathon cut-off despite her comfortable pace being 14- to 15-minute miles. They also counsel Leigh on pressing reset on her training after her race got canceled. 

Before giving answers to called-in questions, Dimity details the feats of endurance and strength she witnessed at a P!nk concert. To record a question, please call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771). 

This episode originally debuted on October 31, 2023. 

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Calling all runners and walkers: This is a lively, enlightening conversation about a painful condition that afflicts far too many active folks. Hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Amanda Loudin talk with physical therapist Denise Smith; an avid walker who currently has plantar fasciitis (PF); and a runner who finally (!) kicked PF. The conversation covers a lot of ground, including:

-what plantar fasciitis is and its most common symptoms; 

-the myriad (so many!!) causes of PF; 

-the lowdown on cortisone injections; 

-how two active women developed + dealt with PF; and, 

-what a “foot push-up” is! 

Before the first of the three guests joins at around 12:19, Amanda tells tales of her latest Adirondack High Peaks climbs. 

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Avid readers, numerous genres are served up in this lively episode: Many of the engrossing novels seem primed to be turned into limited-edition streaming series. (Read them first!) Hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Ellison Weist talk up: 
-Fifteen Wild Decembers: Karen Powell
-The Art of a Lie: Laura Shepherd-Robinson
-The Dentist: Tim Sullivan
-To the Moon and Back: Eliana Ramage
-The Phoebe Variations: Jane Hamilton

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Calling all runners and fitness enthusiasts: This episode has it all! Fitness trainer (+ occasional AMR podcast co-host) Britany Williams joins host Sarah Bowen Shea to share strategies for success in exercising more consistently, enjoying your workouts more, sticking to your nutritional goals, and more. Britany details: 
-why it’s crucial to trust yourself in your health pursuits; 
-the power of mastering tiny habits; 
-the importance of existing in the “season” you are in; 
-why identity trumps willpower; and,
-Britany’s 20/80 rule.

Before Britany switches from co-host to guest at 3:25, Sarah serves up stories of the Lake Placid retreat. Use code AMR15 by 10/31/25 to enjoy a 15% discount on any of Britany’s programs. 

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Anyone hoping to nail a fall race, like Michelle, will appreciate all the night-before and morning-of advice from seasoned racers/hosts Sarah and Dimity. Proponents of the run-walk method, like Emily, will breathe a sigh of relief at Coach Dimity’s answer to, “Do I need more cardio?” And parents like Peter will be grateful for the advice—and empathy—about getting your teens to stick with running. 

The host-duo share smile-inducing sports anecdotes from recent memorial services they each attended before jump into Q&As at about 6:00. Please call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771) to record your question, and find the off-season triathlon training programs here.

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Runners and triathletes of any pace or experience level will be intrigued by this episode featuring Chris Johnson, PT, a physical therapist and endurance coach, as he extols the countless benefits of walking. (Yes, walking!) Along with host Sarah Bowen Shea, Johnson details: 
-why every run should start and end with walking:
-the various ways runners can utilize walking; 
-the psychological benefits of taking walking breaks in a run; 
-why you might want to cap your daily step count; and,
-a deep dive into walking with a weighted vest.

Before the guest joins at 11:34, Sarah and Molly Williams discuss their own walking habits—as well as Molly’s brand-new hobby. 

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Anyone looking to tap into their creative side will appreciate this episode in which Coach Liz Waterstraat dissects two books, The Book of Alchemy and Find Your Unicorn Space. Along with host Sarah Bowen Shea, Coach Liz talks about nurturing creativity—and how it can benefit your racing (whether your goal is competing or completing). The duo also discuss the power of journaling, and their own write-it-down practices. As Coach Liz says, “reflection should be a part of every athlete’s end-of-season.” 

Here is Fall into Fitness: Harvest Your Strength. 

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This is a must-listen episode for any runner, regardless of whether you’ve returned to racing after a traumatic injury: It showcases the grit and vulnerability needed to wage a comeback! With host Sarah Bowen Shea, Coach Jen Harrison shares her story of her injury, surgery, and months-long recovery, then the duo talks with Coach Jen’s physical therapist, Denise Smith, and her sport psychologist, Erin Ayala, Ph.D., about: 
-trusting the recovery process;
-embracing the process, not the outcome; 
-the importance of the mental recovery, not just the physical;
-the role of self-compassion after an injury; and,
-how the last 10% of the recovery can be the toughest.

Host Sarah and Coach Jen jump right into Jen’s injury and recovery—no intro chitchat here! Subscribe to Another Mother Runner 3x/week newsletters. 

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Anyone with a hilly race on their calendar, like Maya, will appreciate the wisdom and experience Coach Dimity and Sarah share. Women looking to get the most bang for their workout-bucks, which is what 50-state half-marathoner Christina wants, will be grateful for the guidance Coach Dim shares, partly from this sage Stacy Sims book. 

Please call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771) to record your question, and register here for Fall into Fitness: Harvest Your Strength. 

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