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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
Hydration

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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Audrey Bowman no longer questions her capabilities. Not in running, and not in life. Why? Because she faced the brink of death while giving birth to her son. Rather than instilling fear or fragility, that traumatic experience taught... more

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Lynn Ruis is a testament to the idea that you are never too old to run--or start running. Lynn is 68-years-old and she has a vibrant running life. She has a group of close friends who run several times a week together and plan adven... more

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Earlier this year I ran a rust-buster half-marathon. I heard someone say something about golden retrievers (we have 3, currently about to get a 4th) so I had to chime in. The person talking was Katie Baksa, founder of Bound Running ... more

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Today we get to know Megan Morant’s story of chasing MORE THAN one BIG DREAM at a time. Megan is a WWE broadcaster and co-host of the running podcast, Getting Chicked. She is also a woman who saw the 2020 Olympic Trials marathon and... more

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Recent Guests

Katie Baksa
Founder of Bound Running Co.
Bound Running Co.
Episode: KATIE BAKSA:, Founder of Bound Running Co., Mom, & Olympic Trials Marathoner
Megan Morant
WWE broadcaster and TV host, marathoner, runner who qualified postpartum for Olympic Trials
WWE, Running
Episode: MEGAN MORANT: 2:36 Marathoner, New Mom, WWE Host, "Dream More than One Big Dream"
Jaci Schuerholz
Mother runner with a long history of injuries and a journey back to joy in running
Individual runner
Episode: JACI SCHUERHOLZ: Losing My EGO to Find My JOY
Claire Shorenstein
Sports RD and endurance athlete, host of Eat for Endurance
Eat for Endurance
Episode: CLAIRE SHORENSTEIN, RD: THIS is how to HYDRATE this SUMMER!
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

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Whitney Heins
Host of The Mother Runners Podcast

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 181 ratings
  • Whitney is an excellent host!

    If you are a mom who runs or you love women’s running this is THE podcast for you. Whitney’s former professional TV journalist skills are on full display in the very best way. Whitney really listens to her guests and centers the show about their story. She is thoughtful, funny, kind and makes the show meaningful, informative and joyful!

    Not only is she an excellent host who features top notch guests, Whitney is a highly accomplished, competitive athlete and coach herself who can relate to all a... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Natalie (NatRunsFar)
    United Statesa month ago
  • 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 States2 months 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 States3 months 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 States3 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 States3 months ago

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Quality guests and practical takeaways keep episodes motivating and actionable.
Listener community is empowering and relatable for moms who run.
Hosts are thoughtful, engaging, and well-prepared, making conversations feel like real, insightful storytelling.

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JACI SCHUERHOLZ: Losing My EGO to Find My JOY
Q: How did you handle the mental side of recovery and body image during injuries and setbacks?
I started treating myself with the same care I give my friends, used positive self-talk, and built a small supportive network to remind me I belonged in the sport.
JACI SCHUERHOLZ: Losing My EGO to Find My JOY
Q: What did you learn about yourself when you had to restart your training and let go of the ego?
I learned that I needed external support to actually get out the door and that shifting my focus from speed to enjoyment allowed me to keep going and rebuild my love for running.
KATIE BAKSA:, Founder of Bound Running Co., Mom, & Olympic Trials Marathoner
Q: What's your typical day like juggling Bound, a full-time job, and family?
A candid look at a chaotic but productive schedule, the importance of sleep, and choosing to work in bursts between Bound and other responsibilities to maintain balance.
KATIE BAKSA:, Founder of Bound Running Co., Mom, & Olympic Trials Marathoner
Q: How has motherhood influenced your running and Bound?
She discusses how bringing her kids into the journey has elevated running and how sharing the sport with her children is shaping a healthy, sustainable approach to training and competition.
KATIE BAKSA:, Founder of Bound Running Co., Mom, & Olympic Trials Marathoner
Q: What makes your apparel different and what problems were you trying to solve?
Katie emphasizes products built specifically for runners, tested rigorously, with a mission to empower people to feel confident and belong, not just look good; emphasis on inclusivity and multiple inseams.

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1. Katie Baksa
2. Megan Morant
3. Jaci Schuerholz
4. Claire Shorenstein
5. Randi Zuckerberg
6. Natalie Mitchell
7. Hildee Weiss
8. Montana DePasquale

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