A Conversation with The Fat Athlete

Runners of all sizes and shapes will appreciate this candid conversation with Mia Braithwaite, founder of Rear View Runners and the blog The Fat Athlete. Along with hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Molly Williams, Mia talks about: -wholeheartedly embracing the word “fat”—and why words matter;-helping fat runners get past “the cloud of shame + blame”; -creative suggestions for ideal, inclusive races; -workout wear recommendations for larger runners; and,-a possibly surprising or controversial medical admission. Before the guest joins around 6:52, Molly and Sarah have a catch-up session, including hatching a scheme that involves dumbbells and kettlebells.   When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support! Get rolling: Get 15% off any new ElliptiGObike with code AMR15 at ElliptiGO.com Sleep well: Use code AMR to get 40% off sitewide at bearmattress.comGet 20% off, plus free shipping, on allIQBAR products by texting AMR to 64-000Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices