The Mother Runners
This podcast features in-depth and fun interviews with mother runners (aka moms who run). Some names you may recognize, and some you may not. Every single mother runner has an incredible story regardless of how far or fast they run. Embedded in each story are chapters of strength, hope, and overcoming. This podcast exists because need to hear each other's stories to not only lift each other up, but learn, grow, and be inspired. This podcast will motivate and entertain you--while on the run, in the car line, or folding the laundry. Thanks for being here!
The Mother Runners
PART 2: Tricia & Whitney in the HOT SEAT
This is PART 2 of our little series of putting each other in the HOT SEAT. Part I, Shanna & Olivia interviewed one another. In this episode (part II), Whitney & Tricia interview one another—asking their own questions and questions from Instagram followers and podcast listeners.
Whitney and Tricia dive into a variety of topics, including their experiences with scary movies, the evolution of their fitness journeys, and the challenges of motherhood. They discuss the importance of community among mother runners, the impact of social media on their fitness journeys, and the significance of pelvic health, among many other topics. The conversation also touches on their training for ultra marathons and the role of supplements in their routines, all while maintaining a light-hearted and humorous tone.
The conversation also features a rapid-fire segment where they share their favorite books, movies, and pet peeves, culminating in a light-hearted discussion about the importance of fitness and humor in managing life's challenges. Hope you enjoy!!
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and Series
03:00 The Hot Seat Special
06:07 Childhood Scary Movies and Their Impact
08:59 The Shift in Viewing Preferences
11:52 Starting Instagram and Sharing Fitness Journeys
15:01 Pelvic Health and Fitness Knowledge
18:08 High-Intensity Workouts and Their Evolution
21:01 Training for Ultras and Personal Goals
24:11 The Journey of Blogging and Podcasting
26:50 Supplements and Caffeine Use
28:43 The Evolution of Supplement Use
31:40 Navigating the Supplement Industry
34:44 Personal Health and Wellness Routines
36:02 Rapid Fire Favorites
40:27 Coping Mechanisms and Stress Management
Keywords
podcast, moms, running, fitness, pelvic health, Instagram, scary movies, high-intensity workouts, ultra running, supplements, supplements, health, wellness, fitness, coping mechanisms, personal stories, rapid fire questions, nutrition, exercise, mental health
Whitney Heins is a mom of 2 kids, a VDOT-certified running coach for moms who run, founder of the resource, themotherrunners.com, and a former TV journalist. She's been a runner most of her life but started going after big goals after becoming a mom. Coming out of a long injury cycle, she ran a 2:54 marathon and 1:20 half marathon in her 40s. Learn more about Whitney & The Mother Runners:
- www.themotherrunners.com
- Instagram: @themotherrunners
- YouTube: The Mother Runners
- whitney@themotherrunners.com