Another Mother Runner

If you're dealing with chronic injuries—or just feeling burnt out—this episode about whether or not to quit running will resonate with you. Dimity talks to Elise Wallace, an accomplished runner and triathlete, about being sidelined from running.

The duo talk about:

—how, after two-year break from running, Elise started with a 15-second run and worked up a half marathon;

—filling the void of running when you're injured;

—the mental hurdle of separating past results from current reality; and

—how one pro runner's perspective has helped Elise think about her next chapter.

Plus, Anne Hinrichs and Emily Fischer, the two Nordic skiers from the January 18th episode, update us on their Birkebeiner and Korteloppet finishes.

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Fans of candid, insightful pro runners will adore this conversation with Molly Huddle, who races distances from 5K up to the marathon (when she’s not pregnant with her first baby, as she is now!). With co-hosts Sarah and Coach Liz, Molly details:

-what it was like to debut at the 26.2 distance in NYC—and finish 3rd;

-the genesis of her new, co-authored book, How She Did It;

-how she and other pros deal with race-day anxiety;

-workout modifications she’s making as she awaits giving birth in April; and,

-her (possible) role in co-creating the female runner emoji!

Molly Huddle hops on at 21:46.

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Marathon runners, listen up: Dimity and Sarah breakdown ways to work in injury-prevention measures while training for 26.2, like Lizzie. If you’re like Stephanie and suffer from post-run headaches, you’ll appreciate Dimity’s advice on that affliction. And a question from Jackie provides loads of suggestions for feeding a family that makes vegetarians and carnivores feel satisfied.

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The ideal episode for anyone whose workout mojo is MIA! Sarah and Dimity talk to three Train Like a Mother Club coaches—Jennifer Harrison, Liz Waterstraat, and Christy Scott—in front of a live audience on Hilton Head Island. The coaches serve up motivational advice and insight, including:

-how important it is to find—and remember—your “why”;

-how clutch consistency is;

-why “turning off” your brain can help get you moving;

-the power of running buddies; and,

-the fire-you-up benefits of strength training.

The intro chitchat proceeds swimmingly with Coaches Jen and Liz kickstarting the motivational conversation at 9:57.

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If you've had the idea of a trying a triathlon zooming around in your head, this is your summer to put together the swim, bike, and run. Dimity and co-host Sarah Wassner Flynn, along with Train Like a Mother Triathlon coaches Liz Waterstraat and Jen Harrison, talk through the basics of starting a triathlon.

The four convince you by chatting about:

—How to overcome the barriers to swimming, often the hardest discipline for beginners;

—Why you don't need to overinvest in any equipment, especially a bike;

—Why your body will likely thrive on mixing up your running training;

—and the in-person, really fun Race Like a Mother program at The Forge triathlon outside of Chicago this summer.

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Race Like a Mother: Sprint Triathlon (12 weeks: May 2 - July 23, 2022)

Train Like a Mother Triathlon programs

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Fans of grit and grace need to listen to this episode with pro runner Stephanie Bruce, who is set to retire this year due to a recently discovered heart condition. Three-peat guest Steph shares: 

-how her recent bout of COVID-19 nearly made her hang up her running shoes;

-emotional details of her recent diagnosis of a heart condition;

-details of Grit Finale, her year-long farewell to pro running;

-her re-definition of success; and,

-the support she cherishes from her running club teammates + her husband.

Sarah and Molly enjoy a laughter-filled catch-up before Steph joins at 14:17.

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This is the episode to listen to if you’re having trouble finding your running groove: Get absolution, along with Sarah, for opting to train for a half-marathon instead of a full. Discover some running mojo with the advice bestowed on Stephanie. And blood donor-runners like Erica, get advice about timing of donations. (Here’s the link to the AMR Trains ep Dimity mentions.) 

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A must-listen for everyone concerned about racial inequity and representation in running, this episode features activist, running clubs founder, and author Alison Désir, with hosts Sarah and Tish Hamilton. With candor and insight, Alison lays out: 

-how running helped pull her out of depression;

-the profound power of group runs;

-the origin story of Running Industry Diversity Coalition, which she co-founded;

-several eye-opening historical facts included in her forthcoming book; and,

-steps to make your running community more welcoming + inclusive.

Before Alison joins the episode at 13:28, Sarah and Tish laughingly reveal their nerdy, pro-sports-ignorant sides.  

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If the cold has you ready to hang up your running shoes, tune into this winter weather workouts podcast. Dimity and co-host Sarah Wassner Flynn get chilly with two athletes who have learned to love being out in the snow: Sarah Canney, a top snowshoe runner in New Hampshire, and Jackie Hering, pro triathlete from Madison, Wisconsin

The four lure you out of the warmth by discussing:

—The importance of wearing the right winter gear, especially handwear;

—How to mentally prepare yourself for longer, colder runs;

—The most intense weather they’ve experienced (hello Nor’easter!);

—and Jackie’s favorite bargain fleece tights.

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Folks looking to feel all the feels—and gain first-hand insight into surviving a heart attack or heart failure—need to listen to this episode. Hosts Sarah and Coach Liz talk with two 40-something survivors who emphasize:

-the importance of listening to your body;

-how stress plays a part in the heart-health equation;

-the desire to have longevity with running, as well as life; and,

-how critical it is to know—and respect—your limits. 

Not surprisingly, Sarah shares (another) pickleball exploit in the intro before the first guest hops on at 10:29.

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