Sarah and co-host Amanda Loudin connect with four women to hear about how they each started to run in a different decade. First in line is Julie Mayne Baker, who began running in her 20s—nearly four decades ago. Julie shares how her running changed over the years; find out what launched her into marathons in her 40s. The started-in-her-30s runner is Erin Wright, who took her first running steps after the birth of her second baby. Laugh (and nod!) along as Erin admits how the idea of alone-time was a major motivation to get out the door. Next up is Erica Richards who, you guessed it, started running in her 40s, and who offers up a resounding reason why it’s great to enter the running realm “later in life.” Erica teaches SBS a new definition of “B.C.” She also drops numerous pearls of wisdom about leaving behind guilt and sidestepping injuries. Last but not least is became-a-runner-in-her-5th-decade Donna Lehmann, who sings the praises of cold-weather running. She gives loads of witty advice, including how to respond to naysayers and doubters. Regardless what age you became a runner, you’ll relate to and learn from these four gals.
In the intro, Amanda talks about playing nurse-maid for her her senior-year son, who just got his wisdom teeth out that morning. The duo welcomes the first guest at 13:10.
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I listened to this as I went on my run and then spent time cleaning my elderly dad’s house (a long ongoing process after he moved to assisted living). I SO relate to these women, especially my almost-running-twin Julie. When I first heard about AMR I thought it would be for young moms dealing with naps and getting in speedworkouts around their kids’ sports practice. I’ve discovered it’s for every mom/woman of any age. Thanks so much.
Loved this podcast on the decades, but you left the 70’s out! I’m 70 this year and running Boston 2019 for the first time! I just completed my 5th marathon and 41st half marathon (also multiple 10 and 5K’s) – – started running at age 63. We “silver hairs” rock too!