Growing up in a family of NFL players, Ron Everline — who goes by the nickname 'Boss' — dreamt of going pro himself. After trying his hardest and aiming for the end zone, he just didn’t make the cut. Instead of wallowing, Boss ran after other opportunities, breaking through new barriers. Soon, he was opening gyms in multiple cities, tackling exciting ventures, and making a name for himself as a top trainer. These days, he’s traveling the globe (as safely as possible!) working out with top actors...
Nov 23, 2020•45 min
In last night's Hurdle Session , we had a really special conversation about navigating life post-injury. I knew that I needed to share my sentiments on it on the feed. Injuries, and all of life's hurdles, are tough. They make us feel like we're not good enough, and it's hard to figure out the "right" way to move forward. Even harder (sometimes), when you're "back" to yourself, life and things that used to feel easy feel ... not. I've been there. I get it. I'm talking about the right way to move ...
Nov 20, 2020•10 min
I've been making a big effort to talk to different experts in the wellness space to dive into popular trends when it comes to #HURDLEMOMENT. The keto diet is something we hear about all the time, so today I'm chatting with Primal Kitchen 's Mark Sisson , a New York Times bestselling author, to get all the information. We chat about what it is, how it works, the potential side effects, what foods (and beverages) it includes, and more. SOCIAL @marksissonprimal @primalkitchenfoods @hurdlepodcast @e...
Nov 18, 2020•32 min
This conversation is magical. This week, I am so elated to bring you my chat with Emily Harrington, pro rock climber and adventurer. On Election Night, when most of us were glued to CNN and other coverage, she was making history — starting a free climb of the route Golden Gate on El Capitan in Yosemite National Park. Over the course of the next 21+ hours, she became the first woman to free climb this route in under 24 hours, a huge accomplishment. I knew instantly that I had to have her on the s...
Nov 16, 2020•51 min•Season 4Ep. 137
For years now, I've had this mental block about wearing my hair naturally. You see, when I was overweight back in high school and college, I wore it that way all the time. For years, I associated this hairstyle with that Emily. This week on 5-MINUTE FRIDAY, I'm talking about a newfound appreciation for the woman I am today — curls and all. PROMPT: What’s a story you’ve been telling yourself that you need to stop believing, ASAP? SOCIAL @hurdlepodcast @emilyabbate Subscribe to the Weekly Hurdle! ...
Nov 13, 2020•11 min
It still doesn’t feel real, TBH. On October 31, I ran myself a virtual marathon, and managed to snag myself a personal best time of 3:23:56. In today’s #HURDLEMOMENT episode, I’m giving the full recap — from the preparations before the big day and how I fueled to the biggest mistakes I made and how I felt when I … didn’t cross any actual finish line. Plus, how this big milestone felt different from last year’s (previous) personal best marathon in Chicago. Warning: tears, a few expletives, and a ...
Nov 11, 2020•29 min
Olympian Marielle Hall and I have a few things in common. We both navigated the pandemic living solo, for starters. We both also have spent a chunk of our lives in the northeast. And, we also both love running, she just does it a lot faster than me. In episode 136, we chat about her upbringing and love for all things active from a young age, what it was like to run in college in Texas, and her path to the 2016 Olympic Games. We also talk about her recent pieces for Runner's World, and she gives ...
Nov 09, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Season 4Ep. 136
This has been a week. On Thursday, I found myself flipping through my journal, seeking out highlights from 2020 to counteract the anxiety I'm feeling courtesy of all of this election uncertainty. Chatting about a happy memory on today's episode, and encouraging you to find some joy this weekend as well. PROMPT: What's one small joy that you can be thankful for today? SOCIAL @hurdlepodcast @emilyabbate MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE READ: Ohio Father Runs Full Marathon Around Hospital Treating His 4-Y...
Nov 06, 2020•9 min
IMPORTANT. EPISODE. I know. I know. I promised you a recap of the marathon. That's coming. But stress is at an all-time high, between the election, COVID, and just — life. Hence, this chat with Emily Fletcher, meditation expert and founder of Ziva Meditation , felt pretty timely and important to release right about now. In today's installment of #hurdlemoment, we chat about exactly how to let go of stress, from meditation to screaming (seriously) — offering up actionable tips, tricks, and strate...
Nov 04, 2020•28 min
Remy Park's authenticity is refreshing as all hell. We met at The Big Quiet last year — hosted by past hurdler Jesse Israel — and have enjoyed keeping up with one another since. Today, she's garnered quite a following, sharing her vegan recipes, wellness tips and tricks, and New York City life over on her website Veggiekins . But her day-to-day hasn't always been matcha lattes and gluten-free desserts. In episode 135, she talks about her constantly evolving relationship with food, and details di...
Nov 02, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Season 4Ep. 135
Tomorrow morning, I’m going to lace up and run 26.2 miles. There are a lot of thoughts that go through a person’s head in the days and hours leading up to lacing up and tackling a full marathon. Those thoughts, for me, are slightly different today than they have been before starting lines past. In 5-MINUTE FRIDAY this week, I'm talking it all out — the nerves, the feelings, and my attitude toward taking on a hard challenge in a hard year. SOCIAL @hurdlepodcast @emilyabbate MENTIONED IN THIS EPIS...
Oct 30, 2020•10 min
This week, we are NOT talking about activity. This is the opposite of us talking about activity, actually. For #HURDLEMOMENT, I'm revealing the biggest lessons I've learned being single (and dating) in my thirties. This comes on the heels of me getting a ton of messages this week from many of you about feeling like you're doing something "wrong" if you're not locked into a relationship. You are not! You are excellent! I don't get this personal on the show often, but I appreciate you for making s...
Oct 28, 2020•14 min
Tim Brown once had a thriving career as a pro soccer player. But the New Zealand native had a curiosity about merino wool and a passion for design that had him walking away from one career in favor of another, founding Allbirds in 2016 with friend Joey Zwillinger. For episode 134, he gives me the lowdown on how it all happened, creating a smarter sneaker that we know today as the wool runner. He talks to me about the brand's original Kickstarter that caught on fire but resulted in the "worst yea...
Oct 26, 2020•1 hr 3 min
Recently, I've been doing something I NEVER thought in my wildest dreams that I would do. And you know what? I feel great about it. In today's Installment of 5-MINUTE FRIDAY, I'm chatting about my 2020 shift to wearing this when I work out, and how it's made a huge, positive difference. SOCIAL @hurdlepodcast @emilyabbate MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE READ: How to Wash Sneakers In the Washing Machine and By Hand READ: This Guy Is Constantly Ordering Ice Cream At Every US McDonald's To See Which Machi...
Oct 23, 2020•11 min
Three. Simple. Tips. This is probably one of the questions that lands in my DMs and email inbox most often. On the heels of last week's mile time trial , I'm excited to offer you my biggest takeaways when it comes to finding your fast. And remember! "Fast" is interpretive. Be proud of yourself for showing up in the first place, and recognize that wanting to improve means that you care — period! SOCIAL @hurdlepodcast @emilyabbate MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Nike Pegasus 37 New Balance 890v8 Wolaco ...
Oct 21, 2020•16 min
When Gwen Jorgensen graduated from the University of Wisconsin, she had every intention of becoming a CPA. Within a year of working, she did her first triathlon, doing well enough to achieve elite status. Before she knew it, she had qualified for the 2012 London Olympics and life was never really the same. In episode 133, Gwen talks to me about the #hurdlemoment of navigating a flat tire in London, causing her to come in 38th place, and inspiring her to work harder than ever to make it back to t...
Oct 19, 2020•1 hr 12 min•Season 4Ep. 133
The mile itself was cool. Heck, it was effin' awesome. But one of the biggest highlights for me last week was the immense amount of love I felt from friends, family, and this community combined. In today's installment of 5-MINUTE FRIDAY, I'm talking about how I've learned to implement gratitude and leave behind expectation (tough!), and how this practice has made a dramatic impact on how I feel in my day-to-day. SOCIAL @hurdlepodcast @emilyabbate MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE #HURDLEMOMENT: Running ...
Oct 16, 2020•13 min
5:56. FIVE FIFTY-SIX! I'm still pinching myself. Last Friday, I ran a mile time trial with a friend with the goal to break 6:00. Well, I did it, and I have the Strava data to prove it. For #HURDLEMOMENT this week, I'm chatting about why the mile distance means so much to me and all the details surrounding the build-up to this particular effort. I offer up my pre-race routine, talk about my strategy going in, share the hardest part of the entire shebang, and how the entire experiment made me feel...
Oct 14, 2020•21 min
What’s GOOD, Season 4!? Excited to kick things off with Cody Rigsby, the Cycling Director at Peloton. You know what I love most about Cody? He is so unapologetically himself. For episode 132, he chats with me about growing up in North Carolina and knowing from the first time that he visited New York City that he was meant to be here. We talk about everything from when he accepted he was gay and what it was like telling his mom, to working three different jobs at once just to make rent at his fir...
Oct 12, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Season 4Ep. 132
It's hard to believe that season 3 of the show is coming to a close today. What an unbelievable 12 weeks it's been, filled with amazing conversations, vulnerability, and learning. For 5-MINUTE FRIDAY, I'm talking a little bit about where I'm at, what I'm looking forward to, and the hurdles I've been navigating lately. SOCIAL @hurdlepodcast @emilyabbate MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE DOUBLE-CHECK: Am I Registered to Vote? WATCH: An 89-Year-Old Pizza Delivery Guy Gets a $12,000 Tip LISTEN: Conan O’Brie...
Oct 02, 2020•12 min
Have a lot of extra special guests on the show today! Thanks so much to everyone that submitted listener questions for this episode. I had a lot of fun putting it together and I'm looking forward to doing these more regularly — with your help. In today's episode, I'm chatting about everything from my morning routine and finding my fast to making money as a freelance journalist and how I'm navigating this pandemic (and life in general) as a single 30-something. SOCIAL @hurdlepodcast @emilyabbate ...
Sep 30, 2020•26 min
It's never easy to be on the injured list. Emily Infeld knows this well. These days, she's a middle-distance runner crushing 80+-mile weeks, but since turning pro after graduating from Georgetown, she's navigated a slew of injuries that have tested her confidence and will. In episode 131, we talk about the lessons that they've taught her, what it was like training alongside greats like Shalane Flanagan and Kara Goucher, the importance of good nutrition, and how she keeps negative self talk at ba...
Sep 28, 2020•1 hr 5 min•Season 3Ep. 131
At the end of last year, I almost avoided signing up for something that — these days — brings me a lot of joy. In today's installment of 5-MINUTE FRIDAY, I talk about letting go of worry and embracing uncertainty in favor of growth, and how sometimes that first hurdle is really the most difficult part of the whole shebang (even what sprinting is involved). PROMPT: When was the last time you needed to give yourself a pep talk? What was it about, and how did you feel after? SOCIAL @hurdlepodcast @...
Sep 25, 2020•12 min
Meet Kara Loewentheil, master certified life coach and host of the wildly popular UnF*ck Your Brain podcast. Today, I'm chatting with her all about strategies for building self confidence. From the importance of positive self talk and neutral thoughts to Loewentheil's stance on affirmations and mantras, this conversation is g-o-l-d. We're definitely not holding anything back. SOCIAL @karaloewentheil @hurdlepodcast @emilyabbate OFFERS Goodr | Head on over to Goodr.com/Hurdle and use code "HURDLE"...
Sep 23, 2020•36 min
Miles Chamley-Watson never wanted to blend in with the crowd. Moving to the United States from London at a young age, he picked up fencing to deal with the criticisms he faced from his classmates when it came to "fitting in." That decision changed his life, excelling at the sport early on and eventually becoming world champion as well as a two-time Olympian. In episode 130, I chat with the Red Bull-sponsored athlete about how he got to where he is today, fending off the naysayers and staying the...
Sep 21, 2020•45 min•Season 3Ep. 130
This was one of those weeks where I felt like I was staring at my computer for far too long without doing anything. After day two of experiencing minimal wins at my desk, I made the conscious decision to do something about it and step away. In today's episode, I'm talking about how I got unstuck, and the lessons I learned along the way. TLDR; There is always something that you can do to move forward from a hurdle (even if it's slower than you'd like). SOCIAL @hurdlepodcast @emilyabbate MENTIONED...
Sep 18, 2020•11 min
Man, the last six-or-so months have been a rollercoaster, eh? In today's episode, I'm getting candid about where I'm at — the good and the bad. Opening up about some challenges I've dealt with, especially lately, and how I'm reframing my perspective to get the most out of every day despite uncertainty. After my real-talk check-in, I'm offering up the strategies that can help you boost your own mental health and bring about more positivity into your routine. TLDR; mental health is just as importa...
Sep 16, 2020•19 min
Briohny Smyth knows a thing or two about overcoming hurdles. In fact, today’s conversation is full of so many hurdles, that at one point I was sitting next to my microphone literally holding my hands over my heart. Today, she’s an Alo Moves instructor, yoga teacher, and mother of two based in Los Angeles. But growing up, Smyth was actually a young pop star in Thailand, creating 10 albums in 10 years. For episode 129, she tells me all about the challenges that came hand-in-hand with fame at a you...
Sep 14, 2020•1 hr 8 min•Season 3Ep. 129
This week, I've been reflecting on 2020 versus 2019. Let's be real: The pandemic has thrown us a lot of curveballs. And while a lot of things are different, different isn't necessarily a bad thing. Chatting on this topic today for 5-MINUTE FRIDAY, triggered by Hurdle's book club pick — Mindset , by Carol Dweck, Ph.D. PROMPT : What’s one thing that happened in this month you didn’t expect — but are better for? SOCIAL @hurdlepodcast @emilyabbate MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE LISTEN: Ali on the Run 279...
Sep 11, 2020•12 min
I find that September is a time that everything happens at once. Summer is winding down, everyone is trying to get on top of their to-do list, and life feels hard to catch up with. Which — can be exciting! However, it can also be mega overwhelming. In today's #HURDLEMOMENT, I'm chatting my five strategies for beating the anxiety-ridden feeling of overwhelm when the going gets tough. Remember: You are not alone in ever feeling this way, and beating it starts by recognizing and admitting that feel...
Sep 09, 2020•13 min
