Another Mother Runner

This the ideal episode for any active people looking for more reasons to get outside and get moving! The guest, Julia Hotz, is a journalist, marathon runner, and the author of The Connection Cure: The Prescriptive Power of Movement, Nature, Art, Service, and Belonging. Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Amanda Loudin, she details: -the mood-boosting effects of being active in nature;  -the health benefits of hobbies;  -the importance of doing what matters to you;  -an argument for not multi-tasking; and,  -an Rx for a best running friend.    Before the guest joins around 10:54, the hosts swap stories about their recent open-water swimming exploits, including Amanda’s in a 57-degree (13 Celsius) pond in London!   When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!   A bright idea: Get 20% off Tifosi sunglasses with code AMR2025 at TifosiOptics.com   Portland’s the place! Use code AMR20 for $20 off registration at portlandmarathon.com   Sleep soundly: Save 25% off a