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The Mother Runners Podcast with Whitney Heins

The Mother Runners I Whitney Heins
Running
Motherhood
Marathon Training
Mental Health
Marathon Running
Mom Guilt
Community Support
Parenting
Running Community
Running Nutrition
Injury Prevention
Health and Fitness
Mother Runners
Self-Care
Nutrition
Motivation
Master's Running
Back-To-Back Marathons
Postpartum Recovery
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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 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 we need to hear each other's stories to not only lift each other up, but le... more

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This week, we are getting to hear from Randi Zuckerberg—just a few days after completing the Cocodona 250. That is 250 miles up and over mountains, through the desert, in blistering heat, a lot of this journey done alone.

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Today we get to know Megan Morant’s story. Megan is a WWE broadcaster and TV host. She is also a woman who saw the 2020 Olympic Trials marathon and became inspired to try to qualify—but she also wanted to become a mom and have a bab... more

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If you are going through or will be approaching perimenopause—this episode is for you. 

Natalie Mitchell and I have a honest conversation about what it’s like to train for big running goals while experiencing perimenopause symptoms... more

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Moms are notorious for putting themselves last. Hildee Weiss was the epitome of this. At 46, she was adevoted wife, mother, and grandmother, who moved through life feeling worn down, invisible, and convinced that transformation belo... more

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Recent Guests

Randi Zuckerberg
Facebook pioneer, entrepreneur, Tony winner, and runner
Former Facebook executive, Founder of Zuckerberg Media
Episode: RANDI ZUCKERBERG: Facebook Pioneer, Ultramarathoner, Mom of 3!
Natalie Mitchell
Master's runner in her 50s chasing a sub-3 marathon
Natalie Mitchell / Nat Runs Far
Episode: NATALIE MITCHELL: Perimenopause Isn't Going to STOP ME from Chasing My Sub-3 Marathon
Hildee Weiss
Author of Embracing My Inner Athlete; later-in-life runner
Author, Speaker
Episode: AUTHOR HILDEE WEISS: It's Never TOO LATE to Change Your Life
Montana DePasquale
Running coach with a psychology background; specializes in postpartum runners and performance
Runners Strength Lab
Episode: RUN COACH MONTANA DEPASQUALE: 3 Training Tweaks to Run FASTER
Ally Brettnacher
Runner, founder of Athlete Bouquets, host of Finish Lines and Milestones Podcast
Athlete Bouquets / Finish Lines and Milestones Podcast
Episode: ALLY BRETTNACHER: Running's Role: From Punishment to Pride
Amy Hoagland
Neurosurgery nurse practitioner, runner, mother of two
None stated
Episode: AMY HOAGLAND: From Almost DYING from Anorexia to ELITE Runner
Celeste Goodson
Founder of ReCore Fitness; coach and rehabilitative specialist for pregnant and postpartum athletes
ReCore Fitness
Episode: CELESTE GOODSON: Misdiagnoses, Lessons, & the Fight to Keep Running
Lisa Goodin
Master's runner, mother of three, competed in US and international events
Episode: LISA GOODIN: 2:36 OTQ Mom Marathon Debut at Age 39
Laura Filla
Running coach at Filla Endurance
Filla Endurance
Episode: COACH LAURA FILLA: Are You Emotionally Dependent on Your Running?

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Whitney Heins
Host of the show focused on mother runners, coaching, and community-building within endurance running.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 180 ratings
  • A podcast for all mother runners!

    As a 57 year old wife, mother and grandmother runner, I find Whitney Heins to be an engaging host and source of inspiration. I have been listening to The Mother Runners Podcast from episode 1 and I truly enjoy hearing from the array of mother runner guests whose stories are entertaining, inspiring and easy to relate. Whitney asks the questions that we, as mother runners, want to ask and she has an easy going manner that allows the guest to feel at ease and the audience to feel like they are trul... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Triangelmom
    United States19 days ago
  • The Real Stuff

    We don’t have to journey mother running alone! So grateful for Whitney and The Mother Runners community. If you want the real stuff, listen to this show. Whitney is thoughtful and engaging when interviewing her guests. You can tell she loves the sport and has real passion and curiosity for exploring others experiences and helping runners connect with valuable information and community.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ARipley
    United Statesa month ago
  • Whitney knows how to interview

    I’ve done a lot of podcast interviews over the years and really appreciate Whitney’s skill in asking great questions and pulling out emotion and helping dig deeper. Thank you for telling my story and being so supportive and understanding

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Yanksfan01
    United States2 months ago
  • Excellent Hosting

    Whitney knows how to host a podcast like a pro. She does her research, asks thoughtful and succinct questions, and guides conversations seamlessly!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lllllisag
    United States2 months ago
  • Whitney brings true Journalism

    Whitney knows how to skillfully conduct interviews and asks thoughtful questions. Her guests are always wonderful and I have learned a lot!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eco 2449
    United States2 months ago

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Hosts are relatable and questions feel thoughtful and practical for runners and moms.
Community-focused and inspirational, with accessible, actionable takeaways for everyday running.
Guests bring real-world insights that empower listeners to balance training with family life.

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NATALIE MITCHELL: Perimenopause Isn't Going to STOP ME from Chasing My Sub-3 Marathon
Q: Have you tried hormone-related options like HRT, and what are your considerations for safety and health?
I explored labs and discussed hormones with my doctor; I decided against antidepressants for now and continued researching HRT, weighing breast/ovarian cancer risks with family history and personal need for sleep and recovery.
NATALIE MITCHELL: Perimenopause Isn't Going to STOP ME from Chasing My Sub-3 Marathon
Q: What has felt different for you recently as you chase big goals while perimenopause is present?
The sleep disruptions, energy fluctuations, and body changes signaled that things were different; I sought information and discussed with my doctor to understand options, including considering how to train and fuel through these changes.
ALLY BRETTNACHER: Running's Role: From Punishment to Pride
Q: How did Ally's relationship with running evolve over time?
Ally explains it started as punishment in youth, then shifted during college and adulthood to a purpose-driven practice that supports her confidence, body image, and ability to model healthy behavior for her daughters, while also fueling her entrepreneurial work.
RUN COACH MONTANA DEPASQUALE: 3 Training Tweaks to Run FASTER
Q: What is the first training tweak Montana thinks runners should consider to gain an edge?
She points to strength training as a foundational tweak, especially heavy-load, targeted work for runners, which improves performance and injury resilience more than simply adding more cardio or volume.
AMY HOAGLAND: From Almost DYING from Anorexia to ELITE Runner
Q: When did things start changing in 2024 and how did you begin recovery?
She details how she started to take running more seriously in 2024, faced a relapse, sought help, and began recovery in earnest with therapy and nutritional support, leading to sustained weight restoration and a return to higher mileage.

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This show centers on mother runners who balance parenting with ambitious athletic goals, sharing long-running journeys, practical training and fueling strategies, and personal resilience. Episodes feature athletes, coaches, clinicians, and wellness experts who discuss topics like pregnancy/postpartum exercise, nutrition for busy moms, mental training, and overcoming health challenges. A standout is the strong emphasis on community, actionable takeaways, and relatable storytelling that blends motherhood with high-level running. The format often highlights real-world habits—rest weeks, meal planning, strength work, and supportive friendships—that listeners can adopt to sustain a running lifestyle while managing family life.

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Recent guests on The Mother Runners Podcast include:

1. Randi Zuckerberg
2. Natalie Mitchell
3. Hildee Weiss
4. Montana DePasquale
5. Ally Brettnacher
6. Amy Hoagland
7. Celeste Goodson
8. Lisa Goodin

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