How Emotions and Virtues Shape Runners

This is the ideal episode for anyone who gets a bit contemplative on a run: The guest is Sabrina Little, Ph.D., a former pro runner and author of The Examined Run. With hosts Sarah Bowen Shea and Coach Liz Waterstraat, Sabrina shares:-her heartwarming start in ultramarathons; -that pride doesn’t help you as a runner, but envy can; -how devices can “separate” us from our surroundings as we run; -how to rediscover wonder while on a run; and, -the role of suffering in the lives of runners.  Sarah shares the continuing (!) saga of her son’s wayward birthday card to her before the guest joins around 6:10. When you shop our sponsors, you help AMR.We appreciate your—and their—support!Take steps to better running: Use code AMR15 for 15% discount at Currex.com Trust Fabric to protect your family: Apply at MeetFabric.com/AMRLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices