Calling all adventure-lovers, big-goal setters, and armchair travelers: This episode is for you! Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Tish Hamilton, guest Marie Leautey, the second woman—and fastest ever—to run a complete circumnavigation of the globe and author of the new book Lootie’s World Run, shares: -how her globe-circling adventure came to her at age 39;-how she got in “go” mode to run 25 miles/day, 6 days/week; -things she learned + discovered on her 17,553-mile (!) journey;-how + why she re-programmed her running stride; and,-why the stroller she pushed encouraged empathy from strangers.
Before the globetrotting guest joins around 9:14, Sarah shares a silly story about a Duolingo duel with a BAMR.
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AMR Answers: Maintenance Training + Low-Cost Cross-Training Gear
Calling all runners like Linda, who isn’t interested in honing speed
but in maintaining consistency: Coach Dimity serves up great advice.
From a 2-parter from Julie, the hosting duo discuss the best inexpensive
cross-training options (loads of suggestions!)—and an intriguing koan involving running and walking, sun and shade.
Before the Q+As commence, the hosts dive into a conversation about open-water swimming. Please call 470-BADASS1 (470-223-2771) to record your question. Here are Better Together details.
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Two Runners Hike Mount Kilimanjaro
Runners, hikers, and adventure-lovers will enjoy this exciting episode with two women (including co-host Tish Hamilton!) detailing their recent epic hikes up Africa’s tallest peak. With host Sarah Bowen Shea, the marathoners-turned-hikers share: -how hiking vertically differs from running distances; -their training in preparation for the 19,000’+ climb; -the daily details of the hike; -the physical + mental challenges they each had to face; and,-that the descent was tougher than the ascent!
Before the talk turns to hiking around BARRY INSERT TIME HERE, PacNW Sarah tells of running in Kentucky—and the delight of seeing her son perform in a professional musical!
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Miles of Books: Tiny Experiments + Tiny Habits
Anyone looking to shake things up should start by listening to this episode, in which Coach Liz Waterstraat details to host Sarah Bowen Shea how small changes can make a big difference. (Call it the Lilliputian Effect!) Detailing two books—Tiny Experimentsand Tiny Habits—Coach Liz details how to make your own pocket-sized experiment, as well as highlighting the power of the pivot. She also talks up small-scale, low-effort initiatives and other ways to make lasting habit change. The hosts think, after listening, you’ll agree: Tiny is transformative!
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Advice and Insight for Racing in Extreme Heat
Sadly, this is a must-listen episode for every runner and triathlete: Coach Liz Waterstraat shares the sweaty details of her recent 70.3 triathlon, during which temps climbed into the high 90s! Then, in conversation with host Sarah Bowen Shea, Coach Liz shares so much great heat-mitigating advice, including: -why it’s crucial to be as fit as possible on race day; -smart steps to take in the week pre-race; -why 70 degrees is the magic turning point; -how and why to recalibrate your race expectations; and,-how to reframe the heat as a challenge versus a threat.
Before Coach Liz switches from co-host to guest, Sarah shares details of her sporty weekend, including meeting a new pal at the pond.
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A family of three podcasts to get (+ keep) you moving without losing your family, job, or sanity! Nearly 1,000 (!) back episodes to enjoy.
Every Friday on the original show (launched in 2011), host Sarah Bowen Shea, a mom of three and veteran of 14 marathons, is joined by a rotating cast of co-hosts and often a guest expert to discuss topics ranging from how to reach a big race goal to finding your athletic happy place, and everything in between. Training, nutrition, motivation, mental toughness, TMI issues: This show covers it all (and then some!).
Many Happy Miles and AMR Answers drop on alternate Tuesdays: Many Happy Miles is hosted by AMR co-founder Dimity McDowell and Sarah Wassner Flynn, and it celebrates and explores all types of forward movement, whether an epic hike, century ride, or your first brisk walk after a setback. The co-founding duo of Sarah and Dimity host AMR Answers, providing insightful responses to listeners’ called-in questions. All three shows are witty and conversational, making them great running partners because the AMR gals do all the talking—even on the uphills!
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