AMR Gears Up: Running Tights
Cold temps, icy precipitation, wind (oh, the dreaded wind!): If you live in, oh, about 47 of our 50 states, you know those conditions are coming for you. Sure, you can head for a treadmill and wear the same [...]
The Evolution of Our Running: a Roundtable
Runners of all ages will be intrigued to listen to this candid, laughter-filled conversation with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea, Amanda Loudin, and Tish Hamilton. The three longtime runners detail where they are with their running these days, plus: -age-related [...]
AMR Answers: Getting Stronger of Body—and Mind—After a Rough Race
Runners of all paces and abilities will be able to relate to the callers in this themed episode: Both Michelle and Amy struggled in their fall races, and they are now trying to regain their confidence. Host Sarah Bowen [...]
Beginner’s Mindset: What It Is, How to Get It
Anyone looking to try a new sport or take up a new hobby will appreciate this insightful episode about the beginner’s mindset. Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Coach Liz Waterstraat, guest Tom Vanderbilt, author of the new [...]
The Joy of Solitude + An Oasis in Time
Introverts, extroverts, and everyone in between: This thought-provoking episode provides justification for taking some alone-time and recharging. Coach Liz Waterstraat talks with host Sarah Bowen Shea about two books: The Joy of Solitude: How To Reconnect with Yourself in an [...]
The Other Side of the Water Station
“You’re almost there.” Three words I never thought I’d utter from the sidelines. As a longtime back-of-the-pack runner, I’ve always had a love/hate relationship with the incredible volunteers who donate their time and energy to hydrate, inspire, and ensure [...]
A Father Runner Talks About His New Running Memoir
Runners (and aspiring runners!) looking for inspiration and erudite insight will love this episode with Nicholas Thompson, author of the just-released book The Running Ground: A Father, a Son, and the Simplest of Sports. This father runner and cancer survivor [...]
Running Lessons for Your Mind, Body, Work, & Life
This post is a companion to today’s podcast: These nuggets of advice are from Nick Thompson, the episode’s guest and author of the brand-new memoir titled The Running Ground: A Father, a Son, and the Simplest of Sports. (And, [...]
AMR Answers: Top Taper Tips + Dealing w/ Persistent Pain
Any runners with an upcoming race who are looking for tapering tips, like Laura Catherine, will appreciate this informative episode. Chronically injured athletes, like Marianne, will welcome the empathy and advice offered by Coach Dimity. Trail-curious runners, such as [...]
How I Work It Out: Susi V.
Welcome to the latest edition of How I Work it Out, where we get a glimpse of a week in the workout-life of various women. (Here are all the past posts.) For October, we’re in Phoenix with Susi V., [...]