Hurdle with Emily Abbate

This one's in competition for the best listener question of all time. 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.

New year, new goals? You're not alone. Today, I'm having Latreal Mitchell — Los Angeles-based trainer — on the show to talk about how to adopt a new fitness routine. From the power of accountability buddies to how to pick the ~right~ modality for you, Latreal is full of best-practice tips. Plus: The importance of getting rid of unnecessary distractions and SMART goals.  SOCIAL @latrealmitchell @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE 1/4 Goal Setting Workshop OFFERS FUTURE | Head to www.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. WHOOP | Head to Whoop.com/ and use code "HURDLE" to get 10% off 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 about running. This is not about running. Chris Bennett, better known to athletes worldwide as Nike Running’s Coach Bennett, has a special way with words that encourages athletes of every level to be their best. In episode 233, I'm sitting back down with one of the show's most-listened to guests to catch up on what he's been up to on his favorite weekend of the year, Nike Cross Nationals (NXN). We talk about why NXN is such a special time, what it looks like to be a stellar teammate, and his hopes for the running boom we’re in right now. Plus: How Nike is showing up to cheerlead the next generation of athletes, and how his work has shifted over the pandemic. SOCIAL @coachbennett @nikerunning @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS Goodr | Head Goodr.com/Hurdle and use "HURDLE" to get free shipping! Open | Head to WithOpen.com/Hurdle to get 30 days free MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE 171.  Molly Seidel, Olympic Medalist in the Marathon 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.

Patience. Grace. Resiliency. Looking back on the past 365 and thinking about how far I've come, and what's to come, 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.

Today I'm connected with Abbey Stone! She’s the Vice President of Content at Well+Good, and she’s here to talk to me all about their 2023 wellness trends. To find them, their editorial team asked experts, dug into the data, and scoured the market. And now, they've called it: These are the biggest trends and most groundbreaking innovations that will dominate the wellness conversation — and your well-being — in 2023. SOCIAL @iamwellandgood @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS Eight Sleep | Go to EightSleep.com/Hurdle to get $150 off your Pod Pro Cover LMNT | Go to DrinkLMNT.com/Hurdle to get a free sample pack 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.

Welcome Molly Seidel back to the show! Connecting with the Olympic Bronze medalist today about what's been happening since Tokyo. We talk about what life's like training and living in Flagstaff, plus her recent decision to open about a relapse of her eating disorder. Molly shares the moment she knew she needed to ask for help before the 2022 World Championships, and her feelings on what success could look like moving forward as a healthy, clean athlete. Plus: Her gratitude toward her boyfriend Matt, the difficulty of navigating trauma on a global stage, and a fun surprise from USADA to finish things off. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues or disordered eating, you are not alone. There are resources available to you, including the SAMHSA national hotline, at 1-800-662-HELP (4357). SOCIAL @bygolly.molly @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS WHOOP | Head to Whoop.com/ and use code "HURDLE" to get 10% off InsideTracker | Head to InsideTracker.com/Hurdle and use "HURDLE" to get 20% off MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE 171.  Molly Seidel, Olympic Medalist in the Marathon 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.

Lots of beautiful interactions from the past week or so since releasing my story navigating with depression. Talking about some of those, plus answering a listener question about the importance of slow runs. Also: A Star 99.9 Delilah reference. Seriously.  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.

Are you a performer, consciously or unconsciously? Today, I'm bringing back self-help expert and soon-to-be author Yasmine Cheyenne to talk about what it means to perform, why we do it, and what it could look like. From making decisions in our relationships based on what we wish they could be instead of what they are to ignoring red flags and not speaking up when something doesn't feel good — performing rarely works to our benefit. Yasmine tells us how we can stop performing, and the hard truths we may have to come to terms with in order to do so. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE The Sugar Jar: Create Boundaries, Embrace Self-Healing, and Enjoy the Sweet Things in Life Goal Setting Workshop: December 6 Goal Setting Workshop: January 4 OFFERS FUTURE | Head to www.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. 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.

Welcoming Betina back to the show today for her second appearance. So much has changed since we first connected, from where she lives (Betina moved to Texas from Los Angeles earlier this year) to being a mom. The now-mother of one with another on the way has so much insight into maternal health and fitness, which is where a big part of our conversation in this episode sits today. She shares her biggest takeaways for pre- and post-natal fitness, and offers up advice to anyone making a big career shift. Plus: Talks about what it was like to help launch Apple Fitness+, the hilarious way she told her partner about her second pregnancy, and fills us in on the exciting new program she's launching with her husband. SOCIAL @betinagozo @lineupwithus @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS Eight Sleep | Go to WithOpen.com/Hurdle to get 30 days free AG1 | Go to AthleticGreens.com/Hurdle to get five free travel packs and a year's supply of vitamin D 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.

SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS WHOOP | Head to Whoop.com/ and use code "HURDLE" to get 10% off FUTURE | Head to www.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. 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'm OK. Actually, I’m more than OK. These days, my heart feels full. My light feels bright. Really bright. I feel generally happy. I feel hopeful. I feel capable. But 10 months ago, this wasn’t the case. My light felt dim. On January 31, I called my best friend after collapsing onto my kitchen floor beside myself because a bunch of pans fell out from the cabinet. It wasn’t about the pans. It was me. I felt stuck. So stuck. Incapable of getting out of my own way. Blank. I’d sit at my computer for hours but nothing would get done. All of the strategies I’ve been using for years to help me feel good in my body felt as though they were failing me. I knew something wasn't right. ... and I was right. On February 25, I was told by a physician in a small office on Smith Street that I was depressed. Ten months later, I’m finally ready to talk about it. My choice to go on medication. My experiences having hard conversations. Showing up when it felt almost impossible. What it felt like to ask for help. And most importantly: Finding my joy again. Why now? Because I’m in a place or homeostasis. I feel ready. I know that despite how hard this hurdle was in the moment, I am so much better for it. My hope has always been to help others feel less alone on their own individual wellness journey. And today? I pray my story, live in the feed now, does just that. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE 157. Alex Silver-Fagan, Trainer & Creator of Flow Into Strong 149. Alexi Pappas, Runner, Olympian, Actor & Author 229. Kelsey Plum, WNBA Player If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues, you are not alone. There are resources available to you, including the SAMHSA national hotline, at 1-800-662-HELP (4357). SOCIAL @hurdlepodcast @emilyabbate 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.

To say that Jessica Robertson is passionate about women in sport would be an understatement. The co-founder and Chief Content Officer of TOGETHXR pivoted careers from music journalism to sports back in 2015 and hasn't looked back. Alongside Olympic Gold Medalists Alex Morgan, Chloe Kim, Sue Bird, and Simone Manuel, she's working to disrupt the inequitable pattern in sports and media, increasing female athlete coverage. Rooted in purpose, Jess explains her passion for storytelling — which started from a young age growing up in Kentucky. She also gets vulnerable about a time in her life where she didn't feel seen, and how she plans to work alongside her growing team to truly make a difference.  SOCIAL @jessmrobertson @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS LMNT | Head to DrinkLMNT.com/Hurdle to get a FREE sample pack with purchase InsideTracker | Head to InsideTracker.com/Hurdle to get 20% off 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.

If we are the sum of those we surround ourselves with most-often, are you happy with what that looks like? Reflecting on a fulfilling week and the good relationships in my life, and answering a question about advice to my younger self and where I see Hurdle in 5+ years. 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.

Trauma is something we all experience in different forms at different times. Whether it's acute, chronic, or complex, its effects can last long after the event (or events) that cause it. That's where Dr. Elisa Hallerman comes into the mix. After navigating her own trauma, swapping careers, and getting sober — Dr. Hallerman has made it her mission to help others on their journey and overcome crisis. For today's episode, we're talking about trauma: What it is, how to navigate it, why it's important to seek out an expert with a trauma-specific focus, and tools you can use at home on your own to move forward.  SOCIAL @drelisahallerman @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS AG1 | Head to AthleticGreens.com/Hurdle to get 5 free travel packs and a year's supply of vitamin D with your purchase EightSleep | Get $150 off today by heading to EightSleep.com/Hurdle  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 walked away from my conversation with Kelsey Plum feeling really thankful. That she's here to tell her story, firstly, and also that in doing so she is helping so many people — myself included. For episode 229, Kelsey shares what it was like for her to grow up in a house of athletes, and the way family competition impacted her mindset both on and off the court. She talks to me about what it was like to be one of the best college athletes of her time, and unfortunately the negative impact that had on her. And then, we really get into it, as Kelsey talks about navigating a period of time where she had suicidal thoughts, not wanting to live anymore, going as far as sitting on top of a tall parking structure with her feet dangling over the edge — wondering how her family would feel if she decided to take the leap.  We also talk about the hard emotions that came with draft day, coming out of the fog of depression, and what her best advice is for anyone who can relate with her story. Plus: Her excitement for life these days playing with the Aces, her morning ritual that helps her see the good in each day, and her exciting new partnerships with GSTQ and Under Armour. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health issues, you are not alone. There are resources available to you, including the SAMHSA national hotline, at 1-800-662-HELP (4357). SOCIAL @kelseyplum10 @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS WHOOP | Head to Whoop.com/ and use code "HURDLE" to get 10% off Goodr | Head Goodr.com/Hurdle and use "HURDLE" to get free shipping! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Essential Lessons From 3 Months Of Attending Regular Physical Therapy 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.

Things have been slower lately, and I'm OK with that. As I navigate injury and get familiar with a new strength training routine, I find comfort in the stillness. Chatting about that, plus what makes a purpose statement in today's episode.  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.

I needed this conversation. My hope is that maybe you do, too. Today I'm chatting with Yasmine Cheyenne, a teacher and advocate for mental health and spiritual wellness as well as host of The Sugar Jar Podcast. We're connecting on all things boundaries: what are they, how to set them, how to not feel guilty about having them, and how to have productive conversations about them.  SOCIAL @yasminecheyenne @hurdlepodcast @emilyabbate OFFERS FUTURE | Head to www.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. 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.

If there's someone who knows a thing or two about navigating life's most unexpected hurdles, it's Amanda Kloots. The fitness entreprenuer, The Talk co-host, and best-selling author is on the show today talking about some of her most difficult: Losing her husband Nick Cordero to COVID and taking on life as a single mom. She also chats about her favorite takeaways from Dancing With the Stars, how she manages to prioritize self-care despite a hectic schedule, and the silver lining to filming a Christmas movie in July. SOCIAL @amandakloots @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS Eight Sleep | Go to WithOpen.com/Hurdle to get 30 days free AG1 | Go to AthleticGreens.com/Hurdle to get five free travel packs and a year's supply of vitamin D LMNT | Go to DrinkLMNT.com/Hurdle to get a free sample pack 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.

This week, I hosted an important conversation on runner safety. And now, I'm feeling all of the feels and asking: What's next? 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.

Excited to have Les from Balanced Black Girl back on the show! We're chatting all about time today, and why if you use it ~wisely~ it can be your most valuable tool. We discuss the concept of feeling like there's never enough, the best way to get the things that matter to you done, and how to align your schedule with your values. SOCIAL @balancedles @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS AG1 | Head to AthleticGreens.com/Hurdle to get 5 free travel packs and a year's supply of vitamin D with your purchase MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE #HURDLEMOMENT: How to Be More Disciplined 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.

Sydney Leroux is a modern-day superwoman. For episode 227, we're learning all about the soccer player, starting with her choice to move to the United States from Canada as a teen to pursue her dream of playing soccer and make the U.S. Women's National Team to play with the best of the best. And now? She's an Olympic gold medalist and World Cup Champ. The mother-of-two opens up about her first pregnancy being a surprise, and what it felt like to both play soccer at almost six months pregnant and ~then~ get back in the game 93 days after having her daughter Roux. She also opens up about the #hurdlemoments she’s faced, including a miscarriage and abuse and bullying at a young age in sport. Abuse that she hopes future generations of athletes won’t have to go through. SOCIAL @sydneyleroux @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS WHOOP | Head to Whoop.com and use code HURDLE at checkout for 10% off FUTURE | Head to www.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. HURDLER SPOTLIGHT: Want to be featured in an upcoming Weekly Hurdle? Submit your info (or a friend’s!) in this Google Form. 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.

A reflecton from a difficult-but-powerful day earlier this week. 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 week's #hurdlemoment is a must-hear, regardless of if you're running a race this fall or not. Whether it’s your first or your hundredth, marathon race day gives runners the same nervous butterflies every single time. For today’s episode, I'm bringing back a conversation I had in 2019 with Robin Arzon, 26-time marathoner, Vice President of Fitness Programming and instructor at Peloton, and author of the New York Times bestseller Shut Up and Run. We rap about everything you need to do to prepare before and ON race day, from the best things you can do the day before you toe the starting line to exactly how much fuel you should be taking in along the 26.2 miles. This RRCA-certified running coach and marathon veteran has the tips you need to successfully conquer 26.2 miles, then bring that same swagger along with you in everyday life. SOCIAL @robinnyc @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS AG1 | Head to AthleticGreens.com/Hurdle to get 5 free travel packs and a year's supply of vitamin D with your purchase InsideTracker | Head InsideTracker.com/Hurdle to get 20% off the entire store MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Essential Lessons From 3 Months Of Attending Regular Physical Therapy 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.

From a young age, Rad Lopez was taught that with hard work and dedication — anything is possible. For episode 226, he's talking through what that’s looked like in practice — from his early years growing up in the Bronx through these days sweating regularly on-camera as a @onepeloton favorite. Rad gets vulnerable, opening up about losing both his father and his stepfather, and what it felt like coming of age with a single mom that was constantly working to put food on the table.  He also chats about working maitenance at a gym — where he was first inspired to get his personal training certification — and shares how he first got into one of his favorite activities, boxing. Plus: Feedback from his first job teaching group fitness, how he feels about teaching classes in Spanish, the special moment from his Cuba trip earlier this year, and what he really sees when he looks in the mirror. SOCIAL @radlopz @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS Eight Sleep | Go to EightSleep.com/Hurdle to save $150 on the Pod. Eight Sleep currently ships within the USA, Canada, the UK, select countries in the EU, and Australia. Goodr | Go to Goodr.com/Hurdle and use code “HURDLE15” to get 15% off 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.

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Maybe you've talked about fearing failure before, but have you ever thought about a fear of success? Today I'm sitting down with Tammie Bennett, a creative entrepreneur and mindset coach, to chat about what happens when you get everything you want — and why you may be self sabotaging. The fear of success, Bennett says, is the concern that once we achieve something new, we may suffer because of it or we'll be incapable of sustaining it. Most of the time, we're not consciously aware of this fear. That's because when we focus on a goal, we talk up the positive outcomes of achieving the goal. Tammie talks us through how to overcome the fear, plus - the flip side: How to navigate failure and why failure is actually an essential (and unavoidable) part of accomplishing your big goals. SOCIAL @showupsociety @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS AG1 | Head to AthleticGreens.com/Hurdle to get 5 free travel packs and a year's supply of vitamin D with your purchase WHOOP | Head Whoop.com and use code HURDLE for 10% off MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Essential Lessons From 3 Months Of Attending Regular Physical Therapy 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.

Alison calls herself a disruptor, and that descriptor would be putting it lightly. The author of Running While Black isn't holding back in her new expose, and she's on the show today to share some of her experiences. For episode 225, Alison opens up about being in a dark place before picking up running, using drugs and trying to numb the pain of her depression, and how sport reminded her of what it was like to feel again. Alison also talks about starting a running movement in harlem, Harlem Run, with the goal to make running more inclusive and welcoming to people of color. She shares what it felt like to be at the forefront of media attention for her efforts, despite knowing that so many people that looked like her felt othered in the space, and we also talk about how it feels for her to be a Black woman raising a Black son in the wake up Ahmaud Arbury’s murder. She also speaks on the establishment of the Running Industry Diversity Coalition, and where she hopes this conversation will go moving forward. SOCIAL @alisonmdesir @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS LMNT | Head to drinklMNT.com/hurdle to get a free sample back with purchase! FUTURE | Head to www.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. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Essential Lessons From 3 Months Of Attending Regular Physical Therapy 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.

Things feel easy lately, and easy feels wierd. For 5-MINUTE FRIDAY this week, I'm talking about what happens when you lead with feeling and work hard.  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.

Welcoming Dr. Stacy Sims back to the show to chat about nutrition and training as women. Known for her TEDx talk "Women Are Not Small Men," Sims spends all of hr energy reseaching how to help women go after their big goals and better their bodies.  We cover everything from iron deficiencies and the truth about intermittent fasting to signs of underfueling and whether or not that pre-race carbo load does you any good. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE An Expert Talks About Training & Your Menstruel Cycle SOCIAL @drstacysims @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS Goodr | Head to Goodr.com/Hurdle and use "HURDLE15" for 15% off 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 chatting with Rosie Acosta, an inspirational speaker, yoga and meditation teacher and host of the Radically Loved podcast. In today’s episode Rosie opens up about growing up in a tough los angeles neighborhood and getting in trouble with the law. She talks about finding meditation, and how she got past the hurdles many of us face with a brand new practice to make it work for her. With patience, Rosie says that the practice eventually helped her find a greater sense of self and happiness  — plus a new career path. Rosie also shares about her new chapter creating content for Headspace in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, a dream come true. SOCIAL @rosieacosta @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS AG1 from Athletic Greens | Head to AthleticGreens.com/Hurdle to get 5 free travel packs and a year's supply of vitamin D! EIGHT SLEEP | Go to EightSleep.com/Hurdle to save $150 on the Pod. Eight Sleep currently ships within the USA, Canada, the UK, select countries in the EU, and Australia. INSIDETRACKER | Go to InsideTracker.com/Hurdle to get 20% off  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.

Sharing the mic for this week's 5-MINUTE FRIDAY with my friend Ashley, who KICKED BUTT at the London Marathon with a Boston Marathon qualifying time! She asks me all sorts of random questions, from my go-to final meal and my favorite workout song to how I choose my sneakers (and so much more). Lots of laughs. SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast @ashleymacha 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 came. I ran. I conquered. I went into this race convinced I'd end up in the med tent, and finishing is something I'll forever be proud of. Not just because of the mental grit that it took, but because of the emotional and mental growth it exhibited. Today, I'm giving you the full rundown. SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS LMNT | Head to drinklMNT.com/hurdle to get a free sample back with purchase! Open | Had to WithOpen.com/Hurdle to get 30 days free MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Essential Lessons From 3 Months Of Attending Regular Physical Therapy 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.

Taylor Townsend was once asked to take time off from playing tennis competitively by the USTA to go "work on her health" (despite being the No. 1 junior tennis player in the world). Fast forward, today she's a new mom and recently played in the doubles final at the US Open. For episode 223, I'm talking to Taylor all about body acceptance and how she stands as a role model to women everywhere. We also chat about what it was like coming back to sport after pregnancy, the badass catsuit she dawned in her recent matches, and what she's looking forward to next.  SOCIAL @tay_taytownsend @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS AG1 from Athletic Greens | Head to AthleticGreens.com/Hurdle to get 5 free travel packs and a year's supply of vitamin D! 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 spent the last three months going to Motiv, a physical therapy studio, on Wednesday mornings. With the London Marathon on Sunday, I'm bringing my physcial therapist, Luke Greenberg — co-founder of MOTIV — on the show to talk about what the experience was like for me. Super grateful for the five big lessons I learned throughot this experience, which we recap in this episode. From the importance of body awareness and commitment to "homework," to what Luke learned from working with me, this is an important listen for anyone in pursuit of a goal (especially, when dealing with some wonkiness of their own). SOCIAL @lukemotiv @motivny @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS InsideTracker | Head to InsideTracker.com/Hurdle to get 20% off your next 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.

For the past 5 years, Sarah Sturm has trusted her gut and pursued a career as a professional cyclist. But it wasn't until recently that she took the leap of faith, leaving her 9-to-5 job as a designer to hit the saddle full-time. For episode 222, she tells us about that transition, and how she got started — stumbling into the best collegiate cycling program in the country. She also talks about what "doing good" means to her, gives us the lowdown on enneagrams, and dishes on all the expert-backed tips that beginner cyclists need to know. Hint: Leave the underwear behind. SOCIAL @sarah_sturmy @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS AG1 from Athletic Greens | Head to AthleticGreens.com/Hurdle to get 5 free travel packs and a year's supply of vitamin D! 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 week left, and the emotions have definitely arrived. SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Turning the Page With Coach Chris Bennett 183. Shalane Flanagan, Live at the New York City Marathon The Chicago Marathon, A Recap 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 am sitting down with Daina Trout. She’s the co-founder and Chief Mission Officer of Health-Ade, as well as their in-house nutritionist. Daina has spent her adult life dedicated to finding and sharing health and wellness through food. Founded in 2012, Health-Ade Kombucha is a multi-million-dollar success that retails in 45,000 stores across the country. Known for their bubbly beverages that are good for your gut, Health-Ade is one of the fastest-growing refrigerated functional beverage brands in the country. For today’s episode, of course Daina and I talk about how she got into the kombucha business, but most of our chat is focused on how diet and mood are connected — plus the difference between pre-pro-and postbiotics. (I have a feeling some of you have never heard of post  biotics before.) SOCIAL @healthade @dainatrout @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE 49. Daina Trout, Co-Founder of Health-Ade OFFERS Goodr | Head to Goodr.com/Hurdle and use "HURDLE15" for 15% off 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.

Season 11, we've made it! 221 numbered episodes, 530+ in the catalogue — and a whole lot of gratitude. To celebrate: Welcome the most decorated track and field athlete of all time, Allyson Felix, back to the show (peep her first appearance, here). For today's season premiere episode, we talk about what it feels to be retired, explore the word "legacy" and how Felix wants to be remembered, plus unpack what it's been like for her to start her company Saysh with brother Wes Felix from scratch. She also talks about one of the most challenging moments in her career as an athlete. Plus: A little bit on Saysh's maternal returns policy and what the 7-time gold medalist is looking forward to next.  SOCIAL @allysonfelix @bysaysh @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS OPEN | Head to WithOpen.com/Hurdle for 30 days free LMNT | Head to DrinkLMNT.com/Hurdle to get a free sample pack 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.

Ran into an unexpected surprise on Wednesday, and it was a necessary and welcomed reminder. Plus: How to better organize your day for max productivity. SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE SHAPE: A Balanced Week of Workouts 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.

Got a listener question recently that prompted me to flesh out a #hurdlemoment on how to navigate anxiety and worries that go hand-in-hand with gearing up for a big, scary [insert life event]. This particular hurdler wanted to know about navigating pre-run jitters, but the lessons and takeaways in this episode are certainly applicable for anyone gearing up for a big, scary hurdle. SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS InsideTracker | Head to InsideTracker.com/Hurdle to get 20% off your next purchase Open | Had to WithOpen.com/Hurdle to get 30 days free 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.

For Valarie Allman, discus wasn't something she anticipated getting into from a young age. Once a dancer, she fell into the sport when offered a plate at her high school team's pasta party. The rest? Is history. Now an Olympic Champion and recently earning bronze at the World Championships, Allman — an Asics athlete —opens up about her journey in episode 220. She shares what it's been like training as a throwing athlete, and her big hopes for the future. Plus, we have a lengthy discussion about how it feels to come up short on your goals, and how to shift your mindset going forward to use your #hurdlemoments to your advantage. SOCIAL @vallman123 @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS Goodr | Head to Goodr.com/Hurdle and use "HURDLE15" for 15% off LMNT | Head to DrinkLMNT.com/Hurdle to get a free sample pack 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.

Dr. Elizabeth Fedricks asked me a few important questions in Wednesday's #HURDLEMOMENT episode that I'm reflecting on for 5-MINUTE Friday. Three questions that could dramatically change that feeling of "ugh" you may have now that work's picking up and summer is coming to a close ...  SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE SHAPE: A Balanced Week of Workouts 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.

We all have past trauma. Today, I'm chatting with Dr. Elizabeth Federick, founder of Evolve Counseling, on how to process it and ways to know that you've healed. She talked us through what exactly trauma is, what signs are that you're in the thick of it, and indicators that you're healing (or better yet, healed). SOCIAL @drelizabethfedrick @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS AG1 from Athletic Greens | Head to AthleticGreens.com/Hurdle to get five free travel packs + a year's supply of vitamin D 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.

Callie Gullickson says she found herself when she found strength training. After moving to New York to pursue dance, the Florida native discovered confidence and fulfillment (plus: Her now-husband) when she started teaching fitness. In today's episode, she tells us about making the transition, and gets honest about the sacrifices she had to make when taking the job at Peloton (plus, how she feels a year in!). She also talks to me about how she channels positivity when she may not be feeling super sunny, her favorite Trader Joe's purchases (she's a self-proclaimed fanatic), and the advice she wish she had when she started this new chapter. SOCIAL @calliegullickson @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE 121. Jess Sims 143. Becs Gentry 132. Cody Rigsby 189. Kirsten Ferguson How to Conquer Race Day With Robin Arzon 75. Ally Love OFFERS InsideTracker | Head to InsideTracker.com/Hurdle to get 20% off your next 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.

In fact, you only get to be a beginner once. May as well enjoy it. SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE MindBody BOLD Los Angeles 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.

Inflammation: We've been taught, for the most part, that it's "bad." But Andrea Nakayama, functional nutritionist, educator, and founder of the Functional Nutrition Alliance, is here to dispel that today. We chat on how to identify inflammation, the causes of it, what can be done to treat it, and address what some foods could be the culprit. SOCIAL @andreanakayama @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS AG1 from Athletic Greens | Head to AthleticGreens.com/Hurdle to get five free travel packs + a year's supply of vitamin D 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.

Brooke Wells knows a thing or two about overcoming major hurdles. During the 2021 CrossFit Games, the track-athlete-turned-CrossFit-fanatic dislocated her elbow (among other things). She was devestated when she had to withdraw from competition. For episode 218, she's telling us about her road to recovery — paved with grit and determination — which enabled her to come in FIFTH at this year's Games. We also talk the importance of self-belief, her feeling's on NoBull taking over the token sponsorship of the Games, and how she managed to train solo for so many years and succeed without an ever-present support squad. Plus: Her new Nashville chapter, and how she stays positive when times get tough. SOCIAL @brookewellss @nobull @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS Goodr | Head to Goodr.com/Hurdle and use "HURDLE15" for 15% off 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.

Recapping a hectic week with some thoughts on the power of allowing others to support you. SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE MindBody BOLD Los Angeles 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.

From time to time, we all go through bouts of negative self-talk. Today, I'm bringing in my dear friend, author and founder of Unleashed, Vanessa Bryant, to chat about thow to turn that conversation around and build sustainable, essential self-worth. She offers up four strategies with actionable tips for implementation, as well as opens up about her journey to discovering her own worth after a career change and having her first child. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Hurdler Spotlight Nomination Form SOCIAL @vbryant_ @thesoulfullyspoken @unleashed_slc @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS Athletic Greens | Head to AthleticGreens.com/Hurdle to get five free travel packs + a year's supply of vitamin D 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.

For Rebeckah, yoga and meditation helped her get through some of the most difficult times in her life. After navigating both post-partum depression and a cancer diagnosis, the Toronto-based trainer looked at her practice in an entirely different way. For episode 217, she talks about how she used yoga to feel more at-home in her body, and offers up advice on how you can, too. Plus: Shifting negative self-talk, how she started working with Nike, and what she's looking forward to next. SOCIAL @kaisafit @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS InsideTracker | Head to InsideTracker.com/Hurdle to get 20% off your next 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.