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Another Mother Runner

A family of two podcasts to get (+ keep) you running without losing your family, friends, job, or sanity! More than 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 ~hour-long show covers it all (and then some!).

Every Tuesday, Miles of Books drops, alternating Ellison Weist chatting fiction one week with Sarah Bowen Shea and non-fiction with Coach Liz Waterstraat and Sarah the next. In about 30 minutes, the hosts entice and entertain you with plot descriptions and pearls of training (and life!) advice to guide you to your next great reads.

Both 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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Latest Episodes:

Miles of Books: An Engaging Mystery, Colson Whitehead’s Latest, + a Lush Graphic Novel Aug 25, 2026

Show notes

Something for everyone: This episode serves up an array of new novels! Host Sarah Bowen Shea kicks things off with praise for an engaging mystery set in 1950s England, then co-host Ellison Weist gives the lowdown on the final installment of Colson Whitehead’s finely crafted Harlem Trilogy. The host duo can’t say enough good things about a gorgeous graphic novel that will stay with them for years, leading into a broader convo about some of their favorite graphic novels. Ellison wraps things up with a contemporary novel with a don’t-be-misled retro cover. The books discussed:

Murder at the Spirit Lounge: Jess Kidd

Cool Machine: Colson Whitehead

The Nightingales: Emil Wilson

Everything That Is Beautiful: Louise Nealon

Feisty Running Retreat, Feb. 5-8, 2027 in Austin: https://livefeisty.com/events/feisty-womens-running-retreat/

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Courses and Coaching: https://livefeisty.com/courses/

Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themotherrunner/

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How to Establish a Fitness Routine That Sticks Aug 21, 2026

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If you’ve ever struggled to get in a groove with working out, you owe it to yourself to listen to this episode. The guest is Lynda Rowan, a longtime endurance coach, prolific triathlete, and the coach of Feisty Fit. Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Tish Hamilton, Coach Lynda covers:

-the power of just giving something a try

-the importance of setting realistic goals

-how to remove internal barriers

-why you need to celebrate the “small” victories

-“gray” workouts: what they are + how to avoid them

After Tish tells of a recent trip to the Boston area (her first time there without running the Boston Marathon!), the guest hops on around 13:30.

Feisty Running Retreat, Feb. 5-8, 2027 in Austin: https://livefeisty.com/events/feisty-womens-running-retreat/

https://livefeisty.com/training/

Courses and Coaching: https://livefeisty.com/courses/

Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themotherrunner/

Support our Partners:

JAMBAR: Use code AMR20 to get 20% off at http://jambar.com/

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Miles of Books: Flourish Aug 18, 2026

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This episode will resonate powerfully with anyone striving to live a richer, deeper life: Coach Liz Waterstraat tells host Sarah Bowen Shea about Flourish: The Art of Building Meaning, Joy, and Fulfillment by Daniel Coyle. With a few random LOL detours along the way, Coach Liz details the power of softening your grip to forge more meaningful connections and how to find “presence” on runs and in races. She emphasizes that feeling fully alive in a moment (even the final miles of a race!) is a skill that can be practiced. And find out what the Four H’s are—and how they can spark meaningful conversations with running partners, Masters swim teammates, and more.

Feisty Running Retreat, Feb. 5-8, 2027 in Austin: https://livefeisty.com/events/feisty-womens-running-retreat/

https://livefeisty.com/training/

Courses and Coaching: https://livefeisty.com/courses/

Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themotherrunner/

Support our Partners:

JAMBAR: Use code AMR20 to get 20% off at http://jambar.com/

Previnex: Use code AMR15 for 15% off your first purchase at https://www.previnex.com/

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Expert Advice for Running Your First Marathon Aug 14, 2026

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Anyone stepping up to a marathon—or considering 26.2—owes it to themselves to listen to this informative episode. The guests are Angie Spencer (a veteran of 70+ marathons!) and her husband, Trevor, founders of Marathon Training Academy. Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Coach Liz Waterstraat, the MTA duo details:

-knowing when it’s the right time to take on marathon training

-understanding and alleviating training anxiety

-the importance of being a “fed” runner

-pacing advice for training and on race day

-the transformative power of training for a marathon

The guests join around 7:14 after Sarah shares some stories from her 25-hour road trip with her son.

Miles of Books: Thrillers, Debut Novels, and Historical Fiction Aug 11, 2026

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Lovers of thrillers will especially enjoy this episode, which kicks off with the hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Ellison Weist discussing the recent New Yorks Times list of The 50 Best Thrillers of the 21st Century. Then they transition to a thriller disguised as a memoir by a talented writer who (to their surprise) didn’t make the list. Two debut novels entranced Ellison, especially a tense, atmospheric one set in rural Wales. The host duo concludes with two DNF books for which they had high hopes. The books reviewed:

The Amateur: Chris Bohjalian

The Great Wherever: Shannan Sanders

The House of Boleyn: Tracy Borman

The Hill in the Dark Grove: Liam Higginson

Feisty Running Retreat, Feb. 5-8, 2027 in Austin: https://livefeisty.com/events/feisty-womens-running-retreat/

https://livefeisty.com/training/

Courses and Coaching: https://livefeisty.com/courses/

Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themotherrunner/

Support our Partners:

JAMBAR: Use code AMR20 to get 20% off at http://jambar.com/

Previnex: Use code AMR15 for 15% off your first purchase at https://www.previnex.com/

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How to Balance Strength + Endurance Training Aug 07, 2026

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Calling all runners: This episode answers all your “but how do I run and strength train?!?” questions. Ann Chisholm, a certified personal trainer, nutrition coach, and ultrarunner based in British Columbia, talks with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Britany Williams (also a trainer) about all sorts of weighty matters, including:

-the injury-prevention benefits of strength training

-the most-bang-for-your-buck strength moves for runners

-to lift or not to lift during the taper

-nutritional guidance for fueling your active pursuits

-how to “season your year” to achieve the best results

Before the guest joins around 7:35, Britany shares some very, very happy news.

Feisty Running Retreat, Feb. 5-8, 2027 in Austin: https://livefeisty.com/events/feisty-womens-running-retreat/

https://livefeisty.com/training/

Courses and Coaching: https://livefeisty.com/courses/

Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themotherrunner/

Support our Partners:

JAMBAR: Use code AMR20 to get 20% off at http://jambar.com/

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Miles of Books: Four Non-Fiction Books to Hone Your Mental Game Aug 04, 2026

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This episode is for every active person who understands that the mental side of training is not a one-and-done conversation. Along with host Sarah Bowen Shea, Coach Liz pulls three books off the shelf, plus one new one, to discuss how pre-race fear affects athletes of every pace; how expectation dictates performance; how excellence is about incremental growth and commitment over time, not perfection; and more. A must-listen episode regardless of if you have a race on your calendar or not. The books discussed:

Winning the Mental Game: Dr. Amber Selking

Built to Finish: Theresa Seitz

Inner Excellence: Jim Murphy

Elite Minds: Dr. Stan Beecham

Feisty Running Retreat, Feb. 5-8, 2027 in Austin: https://livefeisty.com/events/feisty-womens-running-retreat/

https://livefeisty.com/training/

Courses and Coaching: https://livefeisty.com/courses/

Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themotherrunner/

Support our Partners:

JAMBAR: Use code AMR20 to get 20% off at http://jambar.com/

Previnex: Use code AMR15 for 15% off your first purchase at https://www.previnex.com/

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A Physical Therapist Debunks Top Running Myths Jul 31, 2026

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This intriguing episode is a must-listen for anyone looking for straight answers about injury prevention, recovery tools, stretching, running form, and much more. Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Tish Hamilton, physical therapist Denise Smith banishes running-related myths while serving up truths and advice runners can use, including:

-when to stop for pain versus when to run through discomfort

-why you should hop off your treadmill and head outside occasionally

-when it’s really time to replace your running shoes

-what a “shiner” is, and why you should get one

-Michael Jackson dance moves all runners can learn from!

In the intro chitchat, Tish tells a sweet turtle tale, and Sarah shares details of her upcoming sporty-gal/musical theatre getaway; the PT joins around 9:17.

Feisty Running Retreat, Feb. 5-8, 2027 in Austin: https://livefeisty.com/events/feisty-womens-running-retreat/

https://livefeisty.com/training/

Courses and Coaching: https://livefeisty.com/courses/

Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themotherrunner/

Support our Partners:

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Miles of Books: Five New Novels, Including One by Daniel Mason Jul 28, 2026

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Fans of well-crafted fiction will enjoy this episode: Hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Ellison Weist delve deeply into the latest from Daniel Mason, the author of the highly acclaimed 2023 novel North Woods. Ellison rhapsodizes about a debut, multi-generational novel set in coastal Louisiana, then she details another family saga that takes place at a Midwestern island resort. Next up is a buzzy thriller by the author of the popular novel Dietland. The duo wraps up with a lively discussion about a debut novel sparked by a real-life controversy. The books covered:

Country People: Daniel Mason

Should the Waters Take Us: Stephanie Soileau

Make Nice: Ryan Effgen

Furious Violet: Sarai Walker

The Simp: Roshan Sethi

Feisty Running Retreat, Feb. 5-8, 2027 in Austin: https://livefeisty.com/events/feisty-womens-running-retreat/

https://livefeisty.com/training/

Courses and Coaching: https://livefeisty.com/courses/

Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themotherrunner/

Support our Partners:

JAMBAR: Use code AMR20 to get 20% off at http://jambar.com/

Previnex: Use code AMR15 for 15% off your first purchase at https://www.previnex.com/

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Stepping up to a New Distance: Half-Marathon, Marathon, + Ultra Jul 24, 2026

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Anyone looking for a new running challenge needs to listen to this episode: The guests are running and strength coach Christy Scott, plus three real-world runners who talk about taking on a new-for-them distance: a half-marathon, a marathon, and a 100-mile (!) ultramarathon. Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Amanda Loudin, the guests share:

-the power of consistency—and staying present in the moment

-how one runner proved her cancer doctors wrong

-why one chose marathon training to control the chaos in her life

-how they fared in their longer race (blisters and all!)

-how one 67-year-old runner fit a shower + nap into her 100-miler

Before Coach Christy kicks things off around 13:54, Sarah shares a story about a sporty friend’s birthday party she just attended.

Feisty Running Retreat, Feb. 5-8, 2027 in Austin: https://livefeisty.com/events/feisty-womens-running-retreat/

https://livefeisty.com/training/

Courses and Coaching: https://livefeisty.com/courses/

Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themotherrunner/

Support our Partners:

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Previnex: Use code AMR15 for 15% off your first purchase at https://www.previnex.com/

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