Runner Girls

This week the Runner Girls share not one, not two, but five race recaps, including Meagan's half marathon, and three turkey trots! Because we had so many races to talk about, we're saving the weekly topic - Running After an Extended Break - for next week's show. Runner Girl Recommends:Meagan: Balega socksKatie: Balaclava/face masksSue: Lose It AppRunner Girl of the Week:Alesha B. on DailyMileScavenger Hunt List:A Santa hat, a Christmas tree, a porta-potty, antlers, and a snowman

The Runner Girls are back on the mic this week after recovering from illnesses and surviving childbirth. Meagan and Katie share race recaps and the girls talk about their upcoming half marathon plans. Runner Girl Recommends:Katie - HalfMarathons.netSue - DatesMeagan - Etsy.com/shop/RaceJunkieRunner Guy of the Week:Chris G. on DailyMileScavenger Hunt List:A picnic table, a golf course, a skateboarder, a turkey, and a foddershock

This week Meagan, Katie, and Sue talk running streaks with Lauren Estilow of the United States Running Streak Association. We also find out how Meagan's first track practice went, if Katie got her grades back in order, and how the girls plan to celebrate Halloween. Running Streak Links:United States Running Streak AssociationLauren Estilow's Donation Page for the Organization for Autism ResearchLauren Estilow on FacebookRunner Girl Recommends:Sue - Kindrunner.comKatie - The Road Runners Club of AmericaMeagan - Your local parksRunner Girl of the Week:Stephanie from Los Angeles on DailyMileScavenger Hunt List:A Trick or Treater, a race bib, a bumper sticker, a jack-o-lantern, a rakeAlso mentioned on the show:Groovy Baby Action Gear Arm Sleeves

This week Meagan, Katie, and Sue talk running in costumes - how to choose a costume, how to run in costume, and which superhero costume each of us would run in.Links to Running in Costume Articles:Bring Fun into your Run and Wear a CostumeRunning in CostumeRunning in MakeupRunner Girl Recommends:Katie: Project Free TVMeagan: "Ghosts" by Mayday Parade from Monsters in the ClosetSue: “Daniels Running Formula” by Jack DanielsRunner Girl of the Week:Christie R. on DailyMileScavenger Hunt List:A barn, a pile of firewood, a ghost, memorabilia from a local college or university, a bird’s nestAlso mentioned on the show:Roo SportNuRoo PocketMotivational Quotes for Athletes

This week Katie, Meagan, and Sue are joined by Carol, Brittney, and Sam on our first listener show of Season 3. Katie looks forward to her next 5k, Meagan looks forward to cooler weather, and Sue looks forward to being able to run at all. Runner Girl Recommends:Meagan: RunningInTheUSA.comSue: ApplesKatie: Etsy.comRunner Girl of the Week:Julia V. on DailyMileScavenger Hunt List:Halloween decorations, a running trail, a horse, a traffic light, and a “for sale” signAlso Mentioned on the Show:Carol's Blog - BigGirlRunning.tumblr.com

This week the Runner Girls are talking trail running with the experienced ultramarathoners and hosts of Trail Runner Nation -  Scott, Don, and Faith - who tell us about some of their first trail and ultra experiences, and what the trail gods have taught them along the way. We also get a race recap from Sue, learn about mock trials from Katie, and Meagan tells us about "fluff and buffs".Many thanks to Scott, Don, and Faith from Trail Runner Nation podcast, who you can find at TrailRunnerNation.com and on iTunes.Runner Girl Recommends:Meagan: Sports MassageSue: CoolRunning.comKatie: RunTastic Pro - a free download right now through the Starbucks appRunner Girl of the Week:Mae Lynn on DailyMileScavenger Hunt List:Running shoes, a school bus, a church, colder weather gear, and a pumpkin

Sue, Katie, and Meagan are back from their week off, and talking about the podcasts they listen to while running. Katie shares a race recap, Sue becomes the new "Runner Girl who doesn't run", Katie explains shagging, and Meagan explains StarCraft. Podcasts mentioned on the show:Katie:Nerdist PodcastStuff You Should KnowStuff You Missed in History ClassThe Alton Brown CastPop Culture Happy HourGood Job BrainWait, Wait, Don’t Tell Me!This American LifeMarathon Training AcademyKentucky Sports Radio (Talk Radio 1080 WKJK)The No Sleep PodcastMeagan:Wait, Wait, Don’t Tell Me!Car TalkTEDTalksRunner AcademyTrue Geek RadioDay[9] DailySue:Marathon TalkTrail Runner NationUltrarunner PodcastTwo Gomers Run for their LivesHouse of RunDoug Loves MoviesPut Your Hands TogetherJudge John HodgmanMike and Tom Eat SnacksNPR Ask Me AnotherHollywood BabbleOnThe 40 Year Old BoyRunner Girl Recommends:Katie: Revamped Nike+ Running App used in combination with the nikeplus websiteMeagan: Gibson's Daily Running Quotes on FacebookSue: Running4Free.comRunner Girl of the Week:Nancy from VA on DailyMileScavenger Hunt List:A birdhouse, a track, your gps watch, your water bottle, a headband

This week we discuss how to run with dogs, Katie shares an update on her knee, Sue wonders if she finally has to stop running, and Meagan dreams of running again.Resources for Running with Dogs:Top Tips for Running with Your DogTop Running DogsJogs for DogsRunner Girl Recommends:Sue: Rest daysMeagan: Kellogg’s Nutrigrain Fruit Crunch-Apple CobblerKatie: PetSense - An outlet store for your petsRunner Girl of the Week:Carol C. from DailyMileScavenger Hunt List:A swing, a police cruiser, a flag, changing leaves, and coffee

This week we discuss how to run with dogs, Katie shares an update on her knee, Sue wonders if she finally has to stop running, and Meagan dreams of running again.

Resources for Running with Dogs:
Top Tips for Running with Your Dog
Top Running Dogs
Jogs for Dogs

Runner Girl Recommends:
Sue: Rest days
Meagan: Kellogg’s Nutrigrain Fruit Crunch-Apple Cobbler
Katie: PetSense - An outlet store for your pets

Runner Girl of the Week:
Carol C. from DailyMile

Scavenger Hunt List:
A swing, a police cruiser, a flag, changing leaves, and coffee

This week Meagan, Sue, and Katie are talking about how they choose their races, how much thought goes into which socks they wear, and Meagan schools Sue on what fantasy football is all about. Listen now: Episode 9: The Teaching MusclesRunner Girl Recommends:Katie: Balega SocksMeagan: Trading in My HeelsSue: Marathon Talk podcastRunner Girl of the Week:Leonie B. from DailyMileThis week's Scavenger Hunt List:A wagon, a store, a selfie, a baseball diamond, and a football-related item