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The Mother Runners Podcast with Whitney Heins

The Mother Runners I Whitney Heins

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 learn, grow, and be inspired. This podcast will motivate and entertain you--while on the run, in the car

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58:51

ANDI RIPLEY: Meeting Disappointment with Gratitude,...

The Mother Runners Podcast with Whitney Heins ·

2026/03/16

Send us Fan Mail Andi Ripley should be angry. But she is filled with gratitude. Andi has a lot of running talent and was just getting started when she suffered serious injuries that have since stunted her competitive running career. But Andi was able to see the beauty in this disappointment and re-focus her priorities. Starting her running journey at the young age of 8, Andi embarked on a competitive running career that carried her through college. After welcoming her first son, ...

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66:11

ERICA HOPPER: Mom of 4, Chef & Entrepreneur, Faster...

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2026/03/09

Send a text Have you ever felt like taking a pause in your running journey was holding you back? If so, you won’t want to miss this empowering conversation with Erica Hopper. In this episode, we explore how these breaks can transform into opportunities for growth rather than setbacks. I’ve known Erica for many years, and while our paths diverged for a bit, we reconnected when we both signed up for the Chicago Marathon this past fall. I was blown away by her incredible running journey, which i...

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56:44

DR. CARRIE PAGLIANO: 4 Facts Every Woman Should Know...

The Mother Runners Podcast with Whitney Heins ·

2026/03/02

Send a text Dr. Carrie Pagliano wants to set the record straight on your pelvic health. Women do not need to feel broken if they have incontinence, prolapse, or pain. You can overcome these issues and come back stronger! With 25 years of experience, Carrie is one of the foremost pelvic health physical therapists in the US and has been a trailblazer in a field that is continually evolving. In this episode, we explore Carrie's journey into pelvic health, including the evolution of pelvic ...

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44:41

AMANDA BLAKE TURNER: Her Ultramarathon CANCER REBELLION

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2026/02/23

Send a text Just over three years ago, Amanda Blake Turner faced a shocking diagnosis: a rare form of thyroid cancer. After living an active and healthy life into her mid-40s, she felt betrayed by her body. Yet, guided by her doctor’s support, Amanda chose to fight back with determination. In the year following her diagnosis and surgery, she embarked on a mission to complete as many ultramarathons as possible. Each clear scan was met with a celebratory race, symbolizing her resilience. In thi...

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51:53

DR. MARGIE DAVENPORT: Disrupting Beliefs About...

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2026/02/16

Send a text If you are unsure of even fearful about running during pregnancy or returning to run postpartum—this episode is for you! Join me for an enlightening episode featuring Dr. Margie Davenport, an exercise physiologist and professor at the University of Alberta, who is revolutionizing the conversation around exercise during pregnancy and postpartum. In this episode, we challenge outdated misconceptions and delve into the latest research that demonstrates not only the safety but t...

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54:35

AMY WILL: The Homeschooling Mom Who Crushed...

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2026/02/09

Send us a text What Amy Will did is not normal. This homeschooling mom of 4 boys ran two super-fast marathons back-to-back. This fall, Amy ran a 2:47 at the Every Woman’s Marathon and then turned around and ran a 2:45 marathon at The Marathon Project five weeks later! While knowing this was a risky move, Amy shares why and how she achieved this incredible feat. Amy’s running journey is also not typical. She started running later in life, discovering long distance and the marathon after ...

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53:15

ERIN & KRISTY: Best Running Friends Through...

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2026/02/02

Send us a text Today I chat with best friends Erin Wolf and Kristy Perkowski—and you are going to love them and our conversation. These incredible women, who light up any room with their humor and charm, share the secret behind their unmissable weekly run dates and their fabulous matching outfits that have caught media attention not just once, but twice! We discuss the challenges and triumphs of navigating life as moms in their 40s to three energetic boys, while managing demanding caree...

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63:23

GOAL GETTER (PART 4): Tapping into your SUBCONSCIOUS...

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2026/01/26

Send us a text This episode is the final installment of this month's GOAL GETTER series setting you up for success in the new year. Today, I'm PUMPED to talk with Christina Honkonen, a Mental Trainer and Certified Consulting Hypnotist at Honkonen Hypnosis—and a dear friend of mine. I have personally worked with Christina to overcome self-limiting beliefs and re-find joy in running. Christina synthesizes hypnosis, mental skills coaching, and strategies inspired by Natural Language ...

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59:32

GOAL GETTER (PART 3): YOUR YEAR to BUILD A CONSISTENT...

The Mother Runners Podcast with Whitney Heins ·

2026/01/19

Send us a text THIS IS YOUR YEAR TO GET CONSISTENT WITH YOUR STRENGTH TRAINING! In today’s episode, we dive into the third installment of my special GOAL GETTER series, designed to help you seize your goals this year. In previous episodes, I've engaged with a behavior change coach to help you make and break habits, and a registered dietitian to fine-tune your nutrition for 2026. Today, I’m PUMPED to welcome strength coach Mary Johnson, the founder of Lift I Run I Perform. If you've been...

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54:58

GOAL GETTER 2026 (PART 2): Nail Your RUNNING...

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2026/01/12

Send us a text This is the second installment of the GOAL GETTER 2026 SERIES designed to help you crush your goals in 2026! In this episode, I dive into the vital connection between running and nutrition with Megan Robinson, a sports registered dietitian and experienced running coach. As a busy mom of two young adults and a lifelong runner, Megan understands the challenges that come with balancing life and nutrition, especially for moms on the go. Megan shares her expert insights on how to fu...

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58:31

2026 GOAL GETTER (PART 1): Behavior Change with Coach...

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2026/01/05

Send us a text Welcome to this month's special series where we’re gearing up for success in the new year! Join me each week as I interview a lineup of remarkable experts, including a registered dietitian, strength coach, sports performance hypnotherapist, and today’s guest, behavior change coach Kaylin Goepper. Together, we'll explore essential topics like how to establish new habits even when time is tight, overcoming setbacks on your journey to achieving your New Year's goals, and bre...

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EP. 11: LINDSEY HEIN x WHITNEY HEINS (holiday special)

The Mother Runners Podcast with Whitney Heins ·

2025/12/26

Send us a text I hope you are having a wonderful holiday season. In honor of the holidays, we are doing this week's episode a little bit differently (hence the special Friday air date)…I have on the show Lindsey Hein, host of the ever popular running podcast I’ll Have Another. And I’m on Lindsey’s show—in a rare dual episode—because we thought it would fun to just come on and chat. This episode is entirely unscripted. Some topics we end up chatting about: -the...

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EP. 10: RACHEL & ASHLIE: A 351-Mile FKT & the Value...

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2025/12/22

Send us a text I don't know about you, but I think making friends as a mom can be hard--especially due to lack of time, energy, and guilt (much like it is with running!). But today we learn how being intentional about prioritizing and investing in your friendships with other moms is so worth it!! Like with running, that time spent makes you happier, healthier, and a better mom. Today’s episode unpacks the beautiful friendship of Rachel Phillips and Ashlie Ithurburn: Ashlie recentl...

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EP. 9: POLLY CUNES: Incremental Goals, Big Risks &...

The Mother Runners Podcast with Whitney Heins ·

2025/12/15

Send us a text Polly Cunes, a mom of two, PE teacher, and master’s runner, is only getting faster at the age of 42. But Polly’s times aren’t what’s so impressive about her. It’s her patience, consistent work, and quiet confidence. In this episode, Polly shares what drives her to wake up early and run big workouts on her treadmill before a busy day of work and kids’ activities. Polly opens up about battling mom guilt as she pursues her ambitions, revealing how she confronts self-doubt an...

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EP. 8: MAKENNA MYLER: Small Habits, BIG Results for...

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2025/12/08

Send us a text Life as a mother and a runner can be challenging, no less doing both. This is true even if you are a pro runner like Makenna Myler, sponsored by Asics and mom of two. Actually, it is ESPECIALLY true if you are a professional runner. Because, NO, she doesn't get to nap all day and get massages. Makenna's running double digit miles, sometimes twice a day, and being a present and active mom in between. Makenna shares with us how she keeps her energy up to keep up with her tw...

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55:42

EP. 7: AMANDA PERRAS: How Running Helped Heal a...

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2025/12/01

Send us a text In this conversation, Amanda Perras bravely shares with us the struggle she had for almost two decades with an eating disorder and how running helped her overcome it and be the best mom she can be. We also talk about how her journey has helped her ensure her kids have a healthy relationship with food and their body image. Other topics we touch on: Running races for joySocial media and the impact on our kids’ mental healthHow to overcome an addiction to food and/or exercisePostp...

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EP. 6: THE GRATITUDE EPISODE: The Best Advice for...

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2025/11/24

Send us a text In this special Thanksgiving episode, I share heartfelt advice and life lessons from fellow mother runners and a few male runners I know or coach. Drawing inspiration from my own journey through the Chicago Marathon and the relationships I have built along the way, I delve into wisdom that transcends running, offering insights into parenting and life itself. This is a episode that will move you and inspire to look at everyday life and every run through a different lens. It may ...

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EP. 5: CLAIRE BARTHOLIC: On Balancing Motherhood,...

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2025/11/17

Send us a text Claire Bartholic wasn’t always a runner but when she discovered her passion for running and health, she was able to cut more than an hour off her marathon time in a healthy, injury-free, and sustainable way. Claire shares with us how she was able to transform from casual runner to a sub-three hour marathoner by setting realistic fitness goals. Claire's story and tips will motivate you to chase your dreams while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Some topics we cover: · &nbs...

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EP 4: LAURA NORRIS: Unleashing the Science of Running...

The Mother Runners Podcast with Whitney Heins ·

2025/11/10

Send us a text Join me as I delve into the world of running with Laura Norris, a passionate runner, running coach, and expert in the science of running. After discovering her love for running during her undergraduate studies, Laura dedicated her postgraduate studies and career to understanding how running impacts our bodies and minds. As a science writer and coach to over 500 runners, her insights have been featured by reputable outlets like Runner’s World and NPR. In this episode, Laur...

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EP. 3 DR. RACHEL TINIUS: Conquering Paralyzing...

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2025/11/03

Send us a text Rachel Tinius had the most perfect build to run a sub-3-hour marathon in Chicago. But the morning of the race, something was off. Her Garmin’s body battery read 8 percent. And the first few miles of the marathon felt like she was running 5k effort. Soon her entire body started cramping. She made it to the finish, deep in the pain cave, and really confused. She was so ready for that race. What happened? Rachel, an exercise scientist and mom of 4, reveals how her struggles were n...

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