If you’re looking to chase something other than a finish time or wanting to freshen up your running routine, take a listen to this episode featuring two “regular” runners who share their unique and varied race goals. With hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Tish Hamilton, the gals share: -that getting slower doesn’t mean giving up on racing goals; -how inadvertently being last in a race spurred one endeavor; -the joy of giving back to their community; -savvy advice for doing away-races; and, -an addiction to medals. Before the first goal-setting guest joins around 11:05, Tish talks about h ..read more

Those standard 5Ks and 10Ks are great and all, but some races truly level up the fun factor. We’ve scoured calendars ‘round the country (and Canada!) to find five events or series that offer more than your average race experience. Go Wild The Race: Run Into the Wild  The Date: June 8, 2024 The Location: Keenesburg, Colorado  The Fun Details: Lions and tigers and bears…oh my! This run takes you throughout the Wild Animal Sanctuary, a facility spanning 1,214 acres that houses some 900 rescue animals. Opt for the “Limitless Lion” 5K, the “Tireless Tiger” 10K, or the “Jaguar Jaunt” f ..read more

This episode shares the moving story of Emily Halnon, a runner and writer based in Eugene, Oregon. Her debut memoir, To The Gorge, details her journey going for the Fastest Known Time (FKT) on the 460-mile Oregon Pacific Crest Trail in the wake of losing her mother, Andrea, to cancer in 2020. In this conversation, co-hosts Dimity and Sarah WF chat with Emily about:  How Emily’s mom inspired her to run her first marathon; Why running was the mother and daughter’s “love language” and what that meant; Her reasons for attempting the Pacific Crest Trail FKT and what that journey entailed ..read more

I remember May 3rd as my birthday because, well, it’s my birthday. But I also recall it because, in 2007, it was my first training run for the Nike Women’s Marathon, which launched Run Like a Mother: The Book, which in turned launched everything else around Another Mother Runner–and why you’re reading this now. Thanks to the Wayback Machine, I was able to find the post from the Runner’s World archives. In my head, I wrote this poetic essay about the beauty of starting to train for a big goal. In reality, I wrote <300 words, most of which are unremarkable, save for the fact that they bring ..read more

An episode for everyone as grief is a recurring facet of all our lives. The guests, Lisa Millis and Kelly Daugherty, are founders of an innovative running-based program called Healing Strides as well as contributors to The Grief Experience. Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Tish Hamilton, the conversation covers: -the genesis of Healing Strides and what the program entails; -the positive effects of running on grief; -the healing power of moving in nature; plus, -advice for processing grief. Before the guests join around 8:48, Sarah tells Tish about her son’s recent collegiate ..read more

Listen to this episode if you’re like Robin, and you want to step up to running a 50K. Or if you’re looking to add some structured workouts to your lap swimming, like Shannon. (Here are six 30-minute swimming workouts.) Finally, debate along with the hosts as they mull over races for Nicole, who wants to run a marathon to mark her 40th birthday. Before the hosts start serving up answers, Dimity shares some (painful!) details about recently spending seven hours on a bike saddle. Here’s the nutrition program Dimity talks up. Call to record your question: 470-BADASS1 (470-223-27 ..read more

We love a good lightbulb moment. Especially when it comes to running gear.  That’s what Maureen, a half-marathoner in training, recently had. “I love running with a hydration vest: I can’t believe that in my 13 years of running, I’ve never thought to buy one. Sometimes you don’t know how much you need something until you get it,” wrote Maureen, who was one of nine BAMRbassadors who got to test a vest. “If you run distances over three miles, I think you should consider the investment of a hydration vest.” (We agree, Maureen!) Kerry, another tester, echoed Maureen: “I never saw myself usin ..read more

Injured: All us runners are either there or will be (sigh), so this is a critical episode to listen to. The guest, physical therapist Amy Benton, talks with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Coach Liz Waterstraat about how to return safely to training and racing after a sidelining injury. Amy—and Coach Liz— detail: -guidelines for when you’re ready to take the next step; -the importance of taking it slow and steady; -the length of your training cycle for a comeback race; -the power of positive thinking (for realz!); and, -why it’s all about the long game. Sarah reveals details how she’s found ..read more

Last winter, when I—Dimity—put together Go the Distance, our first AMR endurance event where you picked your activity, your distance/time, and your duration (6, 12, or 24 hours), I knew I wanted to play too. I had grand ideas of riding a 9.2 mile loop around nearby Cherry Creek State Park every hour for 12 hours. I could picture it perfectly: I’d set up my car in a parking lot with the hatchback down, snacks displayed like a charcuterie board and a cooler full of icy drinks. Next to it would be a camp chair so I could sit when I finished a lap and get on super clear WiFi. The weather would be ..read more

If you’re a fan or a runner of the Boston Marathon—or you just love a good vicarious race report—this episode is for you. Dimity chats with three women who ran the 2024 Boston Marathon: Briana Boehmer, who started her first Boston and her first marathon as an elite runner at age 45; Sarah Wassner Flynn, who ran her first Boston as a qualified runner; and Karyn Ryan, who ran her tenth consecutive Boston and her first as a charity runner. The three share their training journeys to the iconic Boston Marathon, as well as the ups and downs of 26.2 miles on a warm, sunny, always energetic day in ..read more