The hosts discuss the chaos of back-to-school preparations and family vacations, as well as the impact of recent changes to major marathons. They also share their strategies for planning running routes while on vacation and packing the right shoes for the trip. The conversation covers a detailed discussion on running shoes, including specific models and their suitability for different types of runs. It also delves into the challenges of balancing running with daily life and work, as well as dietary habits and preferences related to running performance.

Takeaways

• Back-to-school chaos and family vacations can disrupt running routines and require careful planning.
• Changes to major marathons, such as the addition of 1,000 spots for Boston Marathon qualifiers and the two-day format for the London Marathon, have sparked curiosity and discussion.
• Planning running routes while on vacation involves researching local trails, consulting running communities, and using apps like Strava and Footpath.
• Packing the right shoes for a vacation involves considering the number of shoes to bring and selecting versatile options for different activities. Running shoe selection is a highly personalized process, with considerations for different types of runs and individual foot comfort.
• Balancing running with daily life and work requires strategic planning and flexibility to accommodate unexpected schedule changes.

Chapters

• 00:00 Back-to-School Chaos and Family Vacations
• 13:07 Changes to Major Marathons
• 21:05 Planning Running Routes While on Vacation
• 25:25 Packing the Right Shoes for a Vacation
• 25:55 Running Shoe Selection
• 32:34 Balancing Running with Daily Life
• 39:24 Dietary Habits and Running Performance

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Molar Milers: Running Through Real Life is a podcast for busy runners, providing practical strategies for consistent and confident running in the midst of a hectic life. The hosts, Molly and Meg, share their own training experiences and offer support for runners with full plates and big goals.

Today Molly & Meg talk about having to be flexible around running, Meg's ongoing struggle with race anxiety, guilt as a parent, and much much more!

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Meg & Molly discuss running etiquette, safety, and the impact of running on their drinking habits. They also share their recent training experiences and favorite running shoes. The conversation covers topics such as donating used shoes, adjusting training routines for the upcoming school year, and discussing mantras and favorite runners.

Takeaways

• Running etiquette and safety are important considerations for runners, including following traffic rules and being aware of potential dangers.
• Running has had a positive impact on the hosts' drinking habits, leading to reduced alcohol consumption and a focus on overall health and well-being.
• The hosts have a diverse collection of running shoes and have experienced the benefits and challenges of different brands and models. Donating used shoes to organizations can benefit children in need.
• Adjusting training routines to accommodate the upcoming school year can be challenging but manageable.
• Mantras and favorite runners can provide motivation and inspiration for runners.

Chapters

• 00:00 Running Etiquette and Safety
• 06:10 Impact of Running on Drinking Habits
• 32:59 Training Experiences and Favorite Running Shoes
• 34:47 Donating Used Shoes
• 35:37 Adjusting Training Routines for the School Year
• 58:19 Mantras and Favorite Runners

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Come for the banter, stay for the ultimate mom hack when you're drowning in practices and games.

Molly and Meg, dentists, moms of three, and distance runners, discuss their running experiences, training, and personal stories. They cover topics such as chafing, training plans, race experiences, and the challenges of balancing running with a busy life. The conversation covers topics such as race experiences, training, time management, and favorite running products. Megan shares her funniest race experiences and discusses her surprising enjoyment of the training process. She also talks about her time management strategies and the challenges of balancing running with family and work. Additionally, she shares her bucket list races and her vision for success as a runner in the next 10 years.

Takeaways

• Chafing and skin care
• Training and race experiences Race experiences can be memorable and humorous, adding a unique element to the running journey.
• Enjoying the training process can be surprising and rewarding, leading to personal growth and fulfillment.
• Balancing running with family and work requires effective time management and flexibility, allowing for efficient use of time and energy.
• Having a bucket list of races and setting long-term running goals can provide motivation and a sense of accomplishment.

Chapters

• 00:00 Introduction to Molar Milers
• 01:00 Training and Chafing Woes
• 04:46 Running Plans and Long Runs
• 05:35 Running with Kids and Hill Workouts
• 06:23 Running and Personal Identity
• 13:38 Learning from Running and Imposter Syndrome
• 25:14 Worst Race Experience and PR Journey
• 30:24 Funniest Race Experiences
• 34:17 Surprising Enjoyment of Training
• 36:02 Time Management Strategies
• 46:48 Bucket List Races and Long-Term Goals

Molly and Megan share their running journeys, race experiences, and how they balance life, work, and fitness. They discuss overcoming challenges, race highlights, and the mental aspects of running. In this episode, Molly shares her journey from using running apps to working with a coach, her training strategies, fueling tips, race experiences, and balancing a busy life as a working mom. Discover practical insights to improve your running and stay motivated.

Key Topics

• Molly's transformation from non-runner to half marathoner
• Race experiences including IMT and Disney Princess Half
• Balancing work, family, and training
• Mental toughness and overcoming race challenges
• Training tips and race strategies Transition from running apps to coaching
• Impact of strength training on race performance
• Fueling strategies for hot weather races
• Balancing training with a busy family life
• Mental strategies for motivation and race nerves
• Race day experiences and lessons learned

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Megan and Molly

02:22 Training Changes: From Apps to Coaching

05:03 Impact of Strength Training on Performance

08:20 Fueling Strategies and Hot Weather Challenges

12:00 Race Experiences: Drake and Cedar Rapids

15:27 Race Day Nerves and Mental Strategies

20:01 Balancing Training with Family and Work

24:56 Goals for the Twin Cities Marathon

27:50 Final Tips and Motivation for Runners