Hurdle with Emily Abbate

Welcome Sally McRae AKA Yellow Runner back to Hurdle! We're celebrating, because this week Sally adds "author" to her impressive multi-hyphenate with her new book, Choose Strong. She talks to me about what that title means to her, reflecting on a journey that's been filled with #hurdlemoments — from growing up in an emotionally and physically abusive household and losing her mom to cancer to working multiple jobs. She also talks to me about her experience at the Cocodona 250, an ultra-marathon in which she navigated injury from mile-7 onward, and what resilience means to her. Plus: How she's planning to bounce back before her next ultra in Tahoe in just over a month, and what other fun things we can expect from her content moving forward. SOCIAL @emilyabbate@hurdlepodcast OFFERSAG1 | Head to DrinkAG1.com/hurdle to get 5 free travel packs and a year's supply of vitamin D with your first purchaseGoodr | Head to Goodr.com/ and use code "HURDLE" at checkout for free shipping JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

One of my favorite gifts last week? A reminder from the cashier at the 7-Eleven. SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome Melissa Paris to the show! Melissa AKA Missy is a certified trainer based in New York who specializes working with moms in all stages of pregnancy. Today, we're answering all of your pregnancy fitness questions. Topics ranging from the value of core work before and after birth, what's a new mom to do when they feel frustrated with their post-baby body, and thoughts on the myth of "bouncing back." SOCIAL @melissaparisfitness@emilyabbate@hurdlepodcast OFFERSLMNT | Head drinkLMNT.com/Hurdle to get a free sample pack with your order Subscribe to the Weekly Hurdle ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nell Rojas has some big goals. Goals that she's committed to, and over the last few years she's learned exactly what that commitment entails. The Boulder native is at a place in her life where she's accepted the opportunity costs (like prioritizing sleep and turning down social events) to excel in her sport — and it's working. The former triathlete is a sub 2:30 marathoner (that's faster than a 5:40 pace over 26.2 miles), coached by her father who was one of the first athletes to run for Nike, won the very first BolderBoulder, and held the world record for the 15K. For episode 254, she talks about how that impacts their relationship, how owning her own coaching business makes her proud (and the lessons entrepreneurship has taught her), and what she's looking forward to next. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE GARMIN | Shop the new Forerunner lineup now at Garmin.com and be sure to check out the sale on select Forerunner watches. OPEN | Head to WithOpen.com/Hurdle to get 30 days free SOCIAL @nell_rojas_running @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Year 35, here we are! Today, I'm giving some insight as to where my head's at going into a new lap around the sun. Plus, answering a listener question about how to show up and work out during difficult times. SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome psychotherapist Liz Beecroft, LCSW to the show. We're chatting about planning — specifically, how to make a 5-year plan without letting overwhelm get the best of you. Liz weights in on the benefits of being honest with yourself and examining your priorities, what you may have to do to get "un-stuck," and the importance of the pivot. SOCIAL @lizbcroft @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in our upcoming Global Running Day episode!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Eighty-four days. That's how long Steph Catudal's husband Tommy Rivs was in a medically-induced coma during his battle with lung cancer. Today, she's on the show reflecting on that and more — coinciding with the publication day for her new memoir, Everything All At Once. In today’s episode, Steph talks about what it was like when Rivs became ill and was put into coma at the height of the pandemic, and what happened as a result of that. She also brings us to her childhood, talking about the struggles of losing her father to cancer as well as navigating her relationship with faith. Her words are truly remarkable. I started following Steph like many as Rivs story made headlines back in 2020, and I’ve always been so drawn to both her writing and her strength. I ask Steph about how she’s managed the influx of attention, what it was like to mother her three girls when she felt at her lowest point, as well as how she takes care of her, and her feelings on hope when life feels grim. For those unfamiliar with Rivs' story — he is now 2+ years into remission; something truly miraculous after the most hard-fought battle. SOCIAL @steph_outside@emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, I'm talking about an "I Can Do Hard Things" list and what that entails. Gifting yourself grace. Plus: Answering a listener question about how to get into exercise after feeling sick. SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is probably one of the most popular topics I get DMs and emails about. I totally get it, because making friends as you get older is tough stuff! I'm calling in my dear friend Kristina Rodulfo to chat about this: She's an editor, host, and beauty expert (and your new BFF!). We rap about tips for making friends and best-practice strategies that have worked for both of us. We also talk about the importance of not having surface-level relationships, and how to know when you should walk away from a budding friendship that may not be serving you. Plus: Things to remember about your friends who ~may~ be in relationships, and how to navigate being friend dumped. SOCIAL @kristinarodulfo @emilyabbate⁠ ⁠@hurdlepodcast⁠ OFFERS LMNT | Head to DrinkLMNT.com/hurdle to get a FREE LMNT Sample Pack with your purchase. JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jaycee Gossett has a special way of speaking to your soul. I've experienced it first hand at The Class, and I'm so happy to be able to bring this conversation with her to the show. For episode 252, Jaycee shares her journey to a career in fitness — explaining what The Class is and sharing her first impressions of the workout created by Taryn Toomey (peep her episode, here). She also gets vulnerable about her experiences navigating fertility struggles, how she's handling her move to Los Angeles and opening The Class' new west coast studio, and the way that she shows up when the hurdles feel frequent and hope feels lost. SOCIAL @jayceegossett @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE 101. Natalie Kuhn, Co-CEO of The Class OFFERS OPEN | Head to WithOpen.com/Hurdle to get 30 days free AG1 from Athletic Greens | Head to AthleticGreens.com/hurdle to get five FREE travel packs and a year's supply of vitamin D with your first purchase. JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Why not be an ally instead of a competitor? Why are we so tempted to hide from people who share our experience? In today's episode, I'm talking about the privilege of supporting others and answering a listener question about advice I wish I had before my first half-marathon. SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Balanced Black Girl JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mornings are pretty polarizing, right? Either you love them and fully embrace the phrase “the early bird gets the worm,” or you’re more of a snooze button enthusiast. If you’re the latter, you may want to reconsider your daily kickoff, and here’s why: Research shows that morning people are more proactive, happier, and more consistent with their workout routines. In today’s episode, I’m answering the most popular question I see in my DMs: How do I become a morning person, too? Good news! This 5:32 a.m. alarm-setter has got the hacks you need to become a successful earlier riser. Oh, and FYI future morning people: you’re going to need a fresh notebook and some willpower (a stellar sweat-friendly playlist won’t hurt, either). SOCIAL@emilyabbate@hurdlepodcast OFFERSGoodr | Head Goodr.com/ and use code "HURDLE" to get free shipping on your order ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The moment that I met Yuma Haidara through the team at Oofos in preparation for our Boston Marathon event, I knew I needed to sit down with her for the show. For episode 251, she talks to me about enlisting in the navy and what it was like to see combat, plus how that experience impacts her to this day. She talks openly about her experience with Home Base, a national nonprofit dedicated to healing the invisible wounds of war for Veterans of all era, and the struggle of losing some of her closest friends to suicide. She also talks about how she stumbled into a career of commercial truck driving, and how that was actually the influence for her to start taking care of herself through journaling, therapy, and running. Yuma is an Oofos ambassador, and to thank them for connecting us, I worked with the team to round up some of my favorite picks here at this link. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Home Base Program Emily's Favorite Oofos Picks Mental Health Hotline SOCIAL @yumahaidara @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS GOODR | Head to Goodr.com and use code HURDLE to get free shipping on your order AG1 from Athletic Greens | Head to AthleticGreens.com/hurdle to get five FREE travel packs and a year's supply of vitamin D with your first purchase. JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I did a thing today that scares me, but I need it. Talking about the importance of making decisions that serve the individual for the betterment of both self and others. Plus: Answering a listener question about my New York City favorite spots. SOCIAL@emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE My Favorite Places to Eat & Sweat In New York City JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Let's face it: The last few years have been rough on all of us. Burnout, stress, and anxiety are ambient, and it's time to take matters into your own hands. The issue? Many don't know where to start. That's why I had Dr. Greg Hammer, MD, Stanford University professor, physician, best-selling author, and mindfulness expert on the show this week. He's got a simple 3-minute strategy that he calls the GAIN method to help manage stress and increase your resilience. In today's episode, he talks us through what the acronym stands for, how to execute, the importance of intention for overall wellbeing, and how to bring a non-judgmental approach to your every day. SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As a former radio host and entertainment reporter for Access Hollywood, E! News and MTV, Liz Hernandez built a career on words. However, after the tragic loss of her mom to Alzheimers, words took on a whole new importance. In today's episode, she talks about how working through her grief helped her furthr concept WORDAFUL, a video and live event series that focuses on the importance of how we communicate with others and ourselves (the brand also has a wildly popular card game and affirmation deck). Plus: The big ask that completely changed her life, how affirmations actually impact our brain, and how to make "doing the work" work for you. SOCIAL @lizhernandez@emilyabbate@hurdlepodcast OFFERS LMNT | Head DrinkLMNT.com/Hurdle to get a free sample pack with your purchase Subscribe to the Weekly Hurdle ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Feeling pretty sappy and excited and nostalgic and all the things this week. Chatting about my time at the ESPNW Summit, and answering a listener question about my annual and quarterly goal-setting process (plus: offering up my two biggest goal-setting tips!). SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Best Self Co 13-Week Journal JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Imposter syndrome — feeling anxious and not experiencing success internally, despite being high-performing in external, objective ways — always manages to seep in at the worst times. And even worse? It is more prevalent amongst women. But the good news is that you can combat it with the right tools in your toolbox. In today's episode, I'm offering up five helpful strategies for coming out on top. @emilyabbate@hurdlepodcast JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, Melissa Urban is the CEO of Whole 30. But more than 20 years ago, she was coming out on the other side of her second stint in rehab after overcoming addiction and navigating sexual abuse. For episode 249, Melissa opens up about how she concepted Whole 30, the ways that the program has dramatically impacted her life for the better, and who the elimination-style plan is for (versus who it's not). Plus: She opens up about her trauma history, which informed her expertise in setting and maintaining boundaries (as well as her latest book, The Book of Boundaries: Set the Limits That Will Set You Free). SOCIAL @melissau@emilyabbate@hurdlepodcast MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODENational Domestic Abuse Hotline SAMHSA’s National Helpline OFFERSAG1 | Head to AthleticGreens.com/Hurdle to get five free travel packs and a year's supply of Vitamin D with purchase.OPEN | Head WithOpen.com/Hurdle to get 30 days of meditation, breathwork, and movement — absolutely FREE. Subscribe to the Weekly Hurdle ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How can you be smarter about setting your goals? Plus: Answering a listener question about how to make better decisions, and navigating regret. SOCIAL@emilyabbate@hurdlepodcast JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ever wish you were a more upbeat, positive person? That you could embrace every day with a can-do mindset? Longtime magazine editor Meaghan B Murphy is on the show today to talk about how. The Woman's Day editor-in-chief and author of Your Fully Charged Life offers up how she was able to pivot from being grumpy (her words, not mine) to being full of "yay." She also shares her science-backed tips on how to bring positivity into your regular routine if it may be lacking. SOCIAL @emilyabbate@hurdlepodcast @meaghanbmurphy MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Your Fully Charged Life⁠ OFFERSAG1 | Head to AthleticGreens.com/Hurdle to get five free travel packs and a year's supply of Vitamin D with purchase.LMNT | Head to DrinkLMNT.com/Hurdle to get a free sample pack with your purchase Subscribe to the Weekly Hurdle ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Five years ago, Olivia Amato was living an entirely different life. Working in finance, she knew she wasn't happy pursuing her 9-to-5. And so, she left it to explore the New York fitness industry — and the rest is history. For episode 248, she talks about what that transition was like for her, how she felt about the flexibility in her starting schedule. Plus: She gets candid about navigating COVID and what it was like to date her now-husband during the pandemic, as well as where she sees herself going next in her career. SOCIAL @oliviaamato@emilyabbate@hurdlepodcast Subscribe to the Weekly Hurdle ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What happens when you let stress, ego, and fear get in the way of going after what you really want? Talking you through that, plus answering a listener question about how to navigate life post job layoff. SOCIAL@emilyabbate@hurdlepodcast JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome Dr. Rebecca Robins, an Instructor in Medicine at Harvard Medical School, Associate Scientist at the Brigham and Women’s Hospital, and new partner to Sonesta to offer travelers a variety of ways to improve on the quantity and quality of sleep. We're talking all things sleep: How to get better sleep, tips for getting (and staying) asleep, the difference between sleep quality vs. quantity — and more. SOCIAL@emilyabbate@hurdlepodcast Subscribe to the Weekly Hurdle ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I’m bringing you my conversation with Viola Cheptoo, a professional runner for Adidas who is — if you’re tuning in on marathon Monday, April 17 — perhaps running the Boston Marathon as you listen to this. She talks to us about the ebb and flow of her love for sport and running, originally motivated large in part by her brother, fellow elite Bernard Lagat. She talks about what it was like to debut in New York and come in second place, plus her big hopes for this year’s 26.2 in Boston. However, a large part of our conversation focuses on sensitive topics including body image struggles, including what it was like to navigate bullying and abuse from a young age — both at school and within her home, as well as the tragedy surrounding the killing of her dear friend and fellow runner Agnes Tirop. Viola has made it her mission to speak out about domestic and gender-based violence as a result of the tragedy, through her work with a non-profit Tirop's Angels. Although a lot of the topics are difficult, Viola’s outlook is truly one of optimism and hope. I’m so grateful that we were able to connect here in Boston leading up to such a big moment for her! I also do want to thank her sponsor Adidas for connecting us, and plug their AdiClub membership, which has a ton of benefits including free shipping and a 15% off voucher. To learn more, visit adidas.com/adiClub. SOCIAL @v_legit1@emilyabbate@hurdlepodcast OFFERSGoodr | Head Goodr.com/Hurdle to get free shipping on your order MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Tirop's Angels National Domestic Abuse Hotline StopBullying.gov Subscribe to the Weekly Hurdle ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I missed 5MF, TBH. This week, I'm asking an important question about if it needs to be as bad/awkward/uncomfortable as we make it out to be. SOCIAL@emilyabbate@hurdlepodcast JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome author Chrissy King back to the show, talking to us about body liberation in celebration of her new book, The Body Liberation Project: How Understanding Racism and Diet Culture Helps Cultivate Joy and Build Collective Freedom! She tells us: What is body liberation, what her journey to body acceptance looked like, and how can ~we~ achieve body libration, too. SOCIAL @iamchrissyking@emilyabbate@hurdlepodcast JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hello, season 13! Kicking things off with Jenna Bandy, a multi-sport content creator with over 2 million followers across YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok. She talks about the series of injuries that changed her career path, and what it was like for her to shake the stigmas surrounding content creation and being an influencer to do what she really loves. Plus: Her frustrations surrounding the criticisms female athletes hear regularly, how to shut the door on negative self-talk, and how she handles the haters. SOCIAL@jennabandy21 @emilyabbate@hurdlepodcast OFFERSAG1 | Head to AthleticGreens.com/Hurdle to get five free travel packs and a year's supply of Vitamin D with purchase.LMNT | Head to DrinkLMNT.com/Hurdle to get a free sample pack with your purchase Subscribe to the Weekly Hurdle ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to REWIND on Hurdle, a #TBT series bringing back some of the most-requested guests (who have already been on the show). Today's episode is with Molly Seidel, and originally aired in March 2020. SOCIAL @bygolly.molly@emilyabbate@hurdlepodcast JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to REWIND on Hurdle, a #TBT series bringing back some of the most-requested guests (who have already been on the show). Today's episode is with Ali Krieger, and it originally aired in March 2022. SOCIAL @emilyabbate@hurdlepodcast JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to REWIND on Hurdle, a #TBT series bringing back some of the most-requested guests (who have already been on the show). Today's episode is with Amy Purdy, and originally aired in July of 2018. SOCIAL@emilyabbate@hurdlepodcast JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to REWIND on Hurdle, a #TBT series bringing back some of the most-requested guests (who have already been on the show). Today, I'm bringing back this September 2021 conversation with Gretchen Rubin. SOCIAL@emilyabbate@hurdlepodcast JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to REWIND on Hurdle, a #TBT series bringing back some of the most-requested guests (who have already been on the show). Starting things off with Jess Sims! SOCIAL@emilyabbate@hurdlepodcast JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jetlag is a jerk this week, and it's been an essential reminder to be kind to myself when it comes to moving my body. SOCIAL@emilyabbate@hurdlepodcast JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome Dr. Allison Grupski, PhD, Senior Director of Behavior Change at WW and Clinical Health Psychologist to the show. Today, we're talking about all things emotional eating, answering questions including: What causes someone to eat because of their emotions? How to tell the difference between emotional hunger vs. physical hunger How does someone stop emotional eating? What's happening psychologically when we emotionally eat? OFFERSAG1 | Go to AthleticGreens.com/Hurdle to get a free year's supply of vitamin D3/K2 and five free travel packs with purchase. JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Growing up as one of seven siblings with a single mom, resilience was instilled in Amoila Cesar from a young age. After moving to Los Angeles to get his start working in fitness, he worked at LA Fitness until going out on his own — taking on personal training clients as an independent trainer. That leap of faith changed everything for him. Now, he's leading hundreds of thousands on their fitness journeys, pushing people beyond what they thought possible and changing lives as a BODi Super Trainer. Plus, he still works one-on-one with professional athletes and A-list celebrities (including Two Chainz and Julius Randle among others). In today's episode, he talks about the challenges that came hand-in-hand with success, and how he prioritizes self-care today to be his best. SOCIAL@amoila_cesar@emilyabbate@hurdlepodcast OFFERSFUTURE | Head to www.TryFuture.com/Hurdle to get your first month of training for free.LMNT | Head to DrinkLMNT.com/Hurdle to get a free sample pack with your purchase Subscribe to the Weekly Hurdle ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fact: The gloomy days help make us appreciate the good ones. It's your perspective that helps you appreciate the rough moments, too. SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Felt like it was about time for a fun twist. Some of my closest friends and family are asking me questions for this week's #hurdlemoment. Answering everything from how I stay accountable to my goals on the road, what I would change in my life right now, how I get out of a rut, and what my favorite habits are. Plus: Spilling on my worst date of all time, go-to pen (seriously, I have one), and favorite art in my apartment. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE OPEN | Get 30 days free at WithOpen.com/Hurdle FUTURE | Head to www.TryFuture.com/Hurdle to get your first month of training for free. Pentel Pen SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

To say that Elizabeth Cutler has been a major influence in the wellness industry would be a drastic understatement. The SoulCycle co-founder has been name-dropped on this show dozens of times by other founders as an OG inspiration. And today, I'm catching up with her to talk about her newest company with co-founder Julie Rice, Peoplehood. Described by The New York Times as "SoulCycle without the bikes," you can think of Peoplehood's gathers (that's what they call a class) as fitness for your relationships. Elizabeth fills us in on the benefits of this type of communication opportunity, why she believes the concept is more important than ever post-pandemic in the midst of a global loneliness crisis, and her hope for the company moving forward just a week after opening their Chelsea flagship. Plus: How she got through the emotional difficulty of stepping away from SoulCycle in 2016, and the best-practice advice she'd give any aspiring entrepreneur. SOCIAL @elizabethpcutler @peoplehood_ @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS InsideTracker | Head to InsideTracker.com/Hurdle and use "HURDLE" to get 20% off Goodr | Head to Goodr.com/Hurdle to get free shipping with your purchase ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode! Subscribe to the Weekly HurdleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I gave a lecture today to college students, and for 5MF I'm sharing my ending piece of advice — what I wish I knew 13 years ago when I was in their shoes. Plus: Answering a listener question about how I celebrate both big and small wins.  SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How have I never had an expert on the show to talk about all things gut health? Welcome Dr. Will Cole, a leading functional medicine expert who consults people around the world via webcam, having started one of the first functional medicine telehealth centers in the world, to the show! Named one of the top 50 functional and integrative doctors in the nation, Cole specializes in clinically investigating underlying factors of chronic disease and customizing a functional medicine approach for thyroid issues, autoimmune conditions, hormonal imbalances, digestive disorders, and brain problems. And today, I'm chatting with The New York Times best-selling author about gut health. We cover good-for-your-gut foods (or as he puts it, foods that love you back), the mind-gut connection, and what shameflammation is.  MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Gut Feelings: Healing the Shame-Fueled Relationship Between What You Eat and How You Feel Join us in LA for a Conversation on Runner Safety SOCIAL @drwillcole @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode! Subscribe to the Weekly Hurdle See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At 19, Margo Hayes made history as the first woman to ascend two of the most revered climbs in the world – La Rambla in Spain and Biographie in France. In today's episode, she talks about how it felt to find success early on in her career — as well as the sting of not going to the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. She also opens up about a recent health struggle, how it feels to be a public person as a self-proclaimed introverted extrovert, and what she's looking forward to now beyond the wall.  SOCIAL @margojain @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS FUTURE | Head to www.TryFuture.com/Hurdle to get your first month of training for free. LMNT | Head to DrinkLMNT.com/Hurdle to get a free sample pack with your purchase ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I found myself in an odd situation earlier this week, and it made me realize that I haven't been super present in my day-to-day. Sharing that story for 5-minute Friday and an important lesson I took from it about how to learn from both the good and bad in life. Also: Answering a listener question on how to choose a run coach and the different reasons you may want to work with one. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE How to Identify Patterns That May Be Holding You Back SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Danielle LaPorte is a bestselling Canadian author, an inspirational speaker, entrepreneur, and podcast host. She’s a member of Oprah’s SuperSoul 100 and the former director of a future studies think tank in Washington, DC, where she managed a team creating global scenario plans. She now speaks about the intelligence of the heart. Today, she's on Hurdle talking about how to get unstuck and identify patterns that hold us back, and how to ease into more helpful habits with ease. SOCIAL @daniellelaporte @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS InsideTracker | Head to InsideTracker.com/Hurdle and use "HURDLE" to get 20% off AG1 | Head to AthleticGreens.com/Hurdle to get a year's supply of vitamin D and five free travel packs with purchase ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

During the COVID pandemic, 'DWTS' pro Lindsay Arnold started to ask herself "what's next?" After more than 10 years dancing on national television, the new mom says in today's episode that she was looking forward to a new chapter — both as a mom and within fitness. After becoming a certified personal trainer, Lindsay started working on the programming for her new program while pregnant. "It gave me purpose and helped me stay accountable," she says. For today's episode, she talks to us about how she got here: From what it was like going to her first audition for 'So You Think You Can Dance?' to the unexpected call that had her moving to Los Angeles in 24 hours. She confesses her "favorite celebrity partner" from the past, and if she expects to ever return back to the show after baby no. 2. Plus: What it's like navigating the spotlight, and her advice for anyone struggling to start a fitness routine. SOCIAL @lindsarnold @themovementclub @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast @banditrunning OFFERS LMNT | Head to www.DrinkLMNT.com/Hurdle to get a free sample pack with your purchas BANDIT | Head to BanditRunning.com/ and use code "HURDLE20" to get 20% off the membership ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you making this major communication mistake? Plus: Answering a listener question about the "dream guests" I've been able to interview so far, and who else is on the list. SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Seasonal depression is related to changes in seasons and begins and ends at about the same times every year. Today, Minaa B. — self-care and mental health educator — talks us through what to expect. From seasonal depression symptoms to seasonal depression treatment, plus Minaa opening up about her experience with therapy, there's so much helpful information in this episode. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Mindfl With Minaa Newsletter SOCIAL @minaa_b @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS Future | Head to TryFuture.com/hurdle to get your first month of training for only $19. Bonus! The first 30-days are risk free, and you can cancel at any time for a full refund. LMNT | Head to DrinkLMNT.com/Hurdle to get a free sample pack with purchase. ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Relentless spirit: It's something Katie Hoff Anderson proudly posesses, She's an 8-time World Champion, 2-time Olympian, and earned a silver and two bronze Olympic medals in swimming — all before a devastating medical diagnosis brought her career to a screeching hault. Once hailed as the "female Michael Phelps," she withstood tremendous pressure and emerged from years of effort with valuable lessons learned on what it takes to succeed and power through bitter disappointment. In today's episode, she's talking to us about how she navigated the highs and lows, what it felt like to transition from being a full-time athlete into the corporate world, how she navigated depression and high expectations, and more. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Blueprint: An Olympian's Story of Striving, Adapting, and Embracing the Suck The Lash Lounge SOCIAL @kthoff7 @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS AG1 | Go to AthleticGreens.com/Hurdle to get a free year's supply of vitamin D3/K2 and five free travel packs with purchase. JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sometimes it's hard to make the time. But when you do? I promise you that you won't regret it. Also: Answering a listener question on how to stay committed to your goals when things feel hard. SOCIAL@emilyabbate@hurdlepodcastJOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUPSIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle NewsletterASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode's going live a few days after a long weekend trip for me, full of gluttony and extravagant meals. I connected with nutritionist and chef Serena Poon to talk about what it really means to "detox" and how we can take care of our bodies after a less-than-nutritious week of indulging. We talk about the importance of grace and a positive inner dialogue, why not to get hung up on a few iffy days of eating, and then she comments on good-for-you habits that can help flip the script and enable you to feel better in your body. SOCIAL @chefserenapoon @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS InsideTracker | Head to InsideTracker.com/Hurdle and use "HURDLE" to get 20% off AG1 | Head to AthleticGreens.com/Hurdle to get a year's supply of vitamin D and five free travel packs with purchase ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.