Runner & Coach
Welcome to Mae’s Miles & Music! I’m Amanda, founder and long-distance running enthusiast.
I’m a twelve-time marathon finisher, sixteen-time half marathon finisher, Marathon Maniac, UESCA-certified Running Coach, and Endurance Sports Nutrition Coach.
If you’ve ever considered running, I’ve created this space for you!
My Running Story
In 2013, I agreed to run a half marathon with a friend solely to earn a “13.1” magnet for my car.
That’s where my running journey truly began.
(I don’t count my four years of running high school winter track, where I always finished last in the 800-meter event.) 😉
My first half marathon happened in an absolute downpour. I purchased my outfit the day before (rookie mistake), and I learned what it meant to chafe while running that race.
Since then, I’ve completed 12 marathons and 16 half-marathons. I ran three marathons in less than 90 days in 2015, and in January 2018, I ran two marathons just six days apart.
I’ve learned a lot about myself and the sport of running through all those miles.
I’m passionate about helping other people learn about running. All it takes to get started is putting one foot in front of the other!
Connect with me at…
Instagram: @MaesMilesAndMusic
Tik Tok: @MaesMilesAndMusic
YouTube: @MaesMilesAndMusic
Since 2014, I’ve run 12 marathons, including:
⭐️ St. Jude Memphis Marathon (2014, 2015, 2016)
⭐️ St. Jude Rock ‘n’ Roll Nashville Marathon (2015, 2016)
⭐️ Chattanooga 7 Bridges Marathon (2015)
⭐️ Run Nash Nashville Marathon (2015, 2019)
⭐️ Chicago Marathon (2016, 2017)
⭐️ Walt Disney World Marathon (2018)
⭐️ Charleston Marathon (2018)
I’ve run 16 half marathons starting in 2013, including:
⭐️ St. Jude Rock ‘n’ Roll Nashville Half Marathon (2013, 2014, 2017, 2019, 2022, 2023)
⭐️ Hillbilly Half Marathon (formerly Franklin Half) (2015, 2016, 2017)
⭐️ Zooma Nashville Half Marathon (2015)
⭐️ Save the Lighthouse Half (Folly Beach, SC) (2018)
⭐️ Disney Wine & Dine Half Marathon (2018)
⭐️ Bohicket Half Marathon (Johns Island, SC) (2018)
⭐️ Nashville Greenway Half Marathon (2022)
⭐️ Chattanooga 4 Bridges Half Marathon (2022)
⭐️ Run Nash Half Marathon (2022)
Why I Blog about Running
✔️ I want to help other novice runners avoid the common and sometimes uncommon mistakes of running a marathon or half marathon.
✔️ I want anyone considering running a marathon or half marathon to find inspiration and confidence through the information I share.
✔️ I want to be your hype girl and see you cross the finish line of your first long-distance race.
In January 2022, after nearly two years without racing due to the COVID-19 lockdown, I completed the UESCA Running Coach certification.
Initially, I wanted to become a certified running coach to improve my abilities as a runner. The certification program also taught me how to help others accomplish their running goals.
I furthered my endurance sports education in early 2024. Through UESCA, I completed a course to become an Endurance Sports Nutrition Coach. After all, proper nutrition and running go hand in hand.
Where I’ve Been Featured
MIC – Quarantine Inspired Us to Be Our “Best Selves.” How’s That Going?
The Story Exchange – 9 New Year’s Resolution Ideas to Try for 2022
Nashville Voyager – Check Out Amanda Mae Renkel’s Story
Refinery29 – The Most Comfortable Sweatpants According To R29 Editors & Readers
Stylist – How to run 5k: 4 warm-up techniques guaranteed to help you run your 5k PB
Veracity – Feeling Moody? Your Hormones May Be Behind Those Swings
GoBankingRates – How Stimulus Checks Changed the Financial Future of These Recipients
Verywell Fit – 16 Types of Gear Every Runner Needs, According to Experts
Join My Running Community!
Whether you’re a seasoned runner or questioning how to get started, I’d love for you to join my email list.
Here, we can connect directly while rooting for each other. Running may not be a team sport, but we can still be best running buddies! I share insight about running from my own experiences, and I’d love for you to be a part of it.
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