Another Mother Runner

Time travel with the co-hosts as they give athletic advice to their 25- and 35-year-old selves, prompted by a question from Jen. If you’re like Penny and you’re training for a spring marathon in the depths of winter, you’ll benefit from the answers to her two-part question. And new moms like Tiana will appreciate the resume-running advice.

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There’s a lot to love about Sarah’s new occasional co-host, Britany Williams, especially for folks looking to become a stronger, more balanced runner: Britany is a runner, personal trainer, and group-fitness instructor with a deep well of fitness knowledge—and a whole lot of empathy and charisma! In a one-on-one conversation, Britany details:

-ways to strive toward running-longevity;

-an LOL TMI tale;

-why, as a Black runner, she runs with pride in both Baltimore and Portland;

-several mobility and activation exercises to do pre-run;

-similarities of the challenges of a barre class and a half-marathon; and,

-great pointers on how to engage your core.

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Ready to hang out with two amazing women—and coaches? Then come along with us as we introduce you to the new Train Like a Mother Club coaches Jess Hofheimer and Amy Skorich, two North-Carolina-based runners (and mothers!) who are now overseeing the traditional running programs.

Listen in as Dimity, Sarah, Jess and Amy talk about how:

—The two got became runners (both started with a marathon distance!);

—Jess overcame overtraining and disordered eating to run her best marathon at age 45;

—Amy had a frustrating journey to a diagnosis of type one diabetes—and how she ran her marathon PR after being diagnosed;

—The pair approach training with the perspective of "commitment with flexibility" and "curiosity with possibility."

Train with Jess + Amy in their traditional running programs: 10K, 10 Mile, Half Marathon, Marathon.

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A must-listen episode for anyone who feels run down or that they’re running on empty: Sarah and Coach Amanda talk with sports nutritionist (and elite runner) Jo Butler about underfueling. Jo details:

-the importance of eating enough to fuel performance—and everyday life;

-the domino effect, both physical and mental, of undereating;

-how stress affects your running;

-the links between eating and hormones; and,

-ideal pre-run foods and smart snack options.

The hosting duo talks muffin-baking before the guest joins at 12:01.

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Give a listen for some laughs—and to learn why Erin (and probably you!) feels crummy during a recovery week while marathon training. Get training advice for a weekend of “stacked” races, like Caroline is doing. And find out if the hosts crave any food while working out after Cathy admits she daydreams about doughnuts. 

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Calling all injured runners—and runners looking to get stronger or faster: This is a must-listen-to episode! Sarah and Coach Liz have an in-depth conversation with two deep-water running instructors, including the founder of Fluid Running. Learn:

-how to stay in shape when you can’t run;

-how each guest ran a speedy marathon after training almost exclusively in a pool;

-ways to make “aqua jogging” less boring; and,

-the cardiovascular and strength-building benefits of pool running.

In the intro, the hosts kvetch about unsolicited athletic advice from older white men; the first guest hops on at 12:31.

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Ready to hit the snow on skinny skis? You will be after this podcast about cross country skiing basics!

Dimity and co-host Sarah Wassner Flynn talk to Anne Hinrichs, a cross country ski instructor and Birkebeiner finisher, and Emily Fischer, a marathoner and triathlete who is training for her first Korteloppet, a 29K ski race during the Birkebeiner weekend.

The group chat about:

—the differences between classic cross country skiing and skate skiing;

—what cross country skiing equipment you need to get started (step one: a strong core!); 

—how skate skiing compares to running—and training for a ski event compares to a marathon;

—and why conquering a downhill on skinny skis makes you feel like a rock star. 

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Book lovers: This bi-annual episode is a must-listen! Sarah and Ellison cozy up (remotely) to talk about the best new books they’ve read (and listened to). Fiction and non-fiction. Here are the books they discuss:

Fight Night: Miriam Toews

A Line to Kill: Anthony Horowitz

The Days of Afrekete: Asali Solomon

Chouette: Claire Oshetsky

The School for Good Mothers: Jessamine Chan

Intimacies: Katie Kitamura

A Net for Small Fishes: Lucy Jago

Sea of Tranquility: Emily St. John Mandel

The Lost Daughter: Elena Ferrante

These Precious Days: Ann Patchett

Graceland, at Last: Margaret Renkl

The Secret History of Home Economics: Danielle Dreilinger

All That She Carried: Tiya Miles

Before starting to talk about books at 11:01, the duo reminisces about track workouts from their (relative) glory days.

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Listen to this episode if you’re like Carly and you’re waffling on winter training for a spring race. Or if you’re like Katie and you wonder if you still need to do hill repeats when you live in a hilly part of the country. Or Amy, who is contemplating joining a Masters swim team. 

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An episode for everyone who admires trailblazers like Kathrine Switzer and Jane Fonda: Journalist Danielle Friedman shares insight and anecdotes gained from her research for her brand-new book, Let’s Get Physical. She talks with hosts Sarah and Katie about:

-the genesis of our contemporary fitness industry;

-the pervasive (and now debunked!) notion that strenuous physical exertion harmed women;

-how the 1970s running boom affected women differently than men;

-Jane Fonda blending fitness and feminism; and,

-women finding solace from movement in navigating loss.

Sarah shares poignant family news in the introduction; the guest comes on at 15:18.

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