It's always such a joy to sit down with my dear friend and the brilliantly multi-faceted Robin Arzón, and today we are talking all about goal setting. Just in time for the release of her new empowerment journal Welcome, Hustler, Robin talks about her first memories of journaling and how she later saw it as a way to claim agency and ownership of her life. We talk about auditing your whole health — physically, emotionally, financially, and spiritually — to then jumpstart Robin's 5-step process on ...
Sep 25, 2023•29 min•Season 14Ep. 268
Be a good person ... and the security folks may let you keep your anti-chafe spray. Sharing a special moment I had at the airport on Thursday, and answering a listener question about what changes when I gear up to travel and run a race. 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!...
Sep 22, 2023•9 min
Victoria Arlen is no stranger to hurdles. At age 11, the now- ESPN host developed two rare conditions known as transverse myelitis and acute disseminated encephalomyelitis. As a result, she quickly lost the ability to walk, speak, eat, and move. She slipped into a vegetative state, and her parents were told numerous times that they should “let go” and that their daughter would never be the same. Fast forward four years, and Victoria beat all odds to make a miraculous recovery. She returned to li...
Sep 18, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Season 14Ep. 267
Another chapter, conquered. Sharing a difficult goodbye from my week, plus answering a listener question about how to upkeep a fitness routine amidst chaotic life changes. 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!...
Sep 15, 2023•13 min
These days, Shawn Johnson East is prepping for baby no. 3 (!!). But in 2008, she was a 16-year-old chasing after big Olympic dreams. The 4-time medalist is on the show today reflecting on what it was like to find success at a young age, and shares what it was like for her to adjust after Beijing to "normal" life post-sport. We talk about her comeback, her thoughts on working with a therapist, and what it's been like to shift into a new chapter as a mother, wife, and speaker. Plus: How she's embr...
Sep 11, 2023•56 min•Season 14Ep. 266
Talking about the future of Hurdle and deviating from the plan. Plus: Answering a listener question about how to own your worth at work. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE 124. Jesse Israel, Founder of The Big Quiet The Big Quiet 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!...
Sep 08, 2023•11 min
These days, Katie Schide is living in France pursuing her passion as a professional trail runner. And, it's paying off — last year she took home the win at Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc (UTMB), a roughly 171-kilometer (about 106 miles) trail race with 10,000 meters of elevation gain. And just last week? She came in second at the UTMB OCC 50K, showing that she's got some range in the mountains. For episode 265, she's talking about how she got so good at this sport, growing up loving the outdoors in M...
Sep 05, 2023•58 min•Season 14Ep. 265
Reflecting on a big pitch that turned into a big opportunity here this week in Chamonix. Plus: Answering a listener question about the tools I use to help with plantar fasciitis. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Gaiam Foot Roller Tiger Tail Roller (This is the 11-inch I use for travel, but they make bigger ones!) Protalus Elite Insoles 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, an...
Sep 01, 2023•9 min
Go to the YouTube comments on yoga instructor Jessamyn Stanley's most recent Gatorade commercial, and there are people from all over the world having a conversation on whether or not she should be moving the way that she does, critiquing her size and clothing options. It's nothing new to Stanley, who — as a "queer, fat, yogi" (her words, not mine) has learned to overlook the hate from others in pursuit of helping individuals everywhere feel more comfortable moving their body. For episode 264, sh...
Aug 28, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 14Ep. 264
The tools and strategies I use to come back to calm and give back to myself in between big opportunities. Plus: Answering a listener question on my favorite running underwear. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE OPEN | Head to WithOpen.com/Hurdle to get 30 days free. @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!...
Aug 25, 2023•7 min
Chase Ealey is a force to be reckoned with. In today’s episode, the 2022 World Champion talks about navigating a negative body image in college, being made to feel that she wasn’t a true athlete because of her size. She also stresses the importance of being mindful of the people closest to her, what it felt like for her to sign her first Nike contract, and her hopes for young women in sport moving forward. SOCIAL @chasepoosp @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS FUTURE | Head to TryFuture.co/Hu...
Aug 21, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 14Ep. 263
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Aug 18, 2023•7 min
Do you know the difference between mobility and flexibility? How about why it's important to incorporate regular mobility work into your routine? Enter Juliet and Kelly Starrett, DPT, the husband and wife duo behind The Ready State and authors of the new book Built to Move . They're on the show this week talking about all things mobility: What it is, why it's important, what to do if you're lacking it, and how to figure that out. Plus: What other lifestyle factors can play a major part in your o...
Aug 16, 2023•52 min
Alysha Newman recalls the day she slipped in the shower like it was yesterday. Preparing for the Tokyo Olympics, the Canadian pole vaulter almost lost everything after getting a concussion from a freak accident. Fast forward to today: She feels stronger and more mentally clear than ever heading into the World Championships in Budapest, ready for whatever comes her way thanks to work with Dr. Daniel Amen and a shift in some of her routines. In this week's episode, we talk about the sacrifices tha...
Aug 14, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Season 14Ep. 262
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Aug 11, 2023•7 min
It's that time of year where the heat and humidity has runners everywhere debating whether or not they've ever logged a single mile up until this point. Running in warm weather is ~tough~ (understatement) — but it is possible, with the right attitude and precautions. Enter Coach Rebeka Stowe, a Nike Running expert and CSCS based here in New York City. She's here to answer all of your hottest running questions (pun intended) — including: How much should I be hydrating? How should I be adjusting m...
Aug 09, 2023•30 min
Kat Schneider wasn't happy with the supplement options available to her as an expectant mom. And so, she did something about it: Created her own. In this week's episode, the mother-of-three talks about what it was like building Ritual — a health technology company that is reinventing the products women — from the ground-up while pregnant with her first child. Plus: Why pre-, post-, and probiotics are important, the advice she'd offer to anyone who feels stuck on their journey, and what she's mos...
Aug 07, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 14Ep. 261
What would you do differently if your time was worth $4,000 an hour, and who would you pay for an intro with? My thoughts after discovering a new website. Plus: Answering a listener question about how I'm really doing. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Life's A Game Newsletter Intro @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!...
Aug 04, 2023•6 min
Welcome Michael Watts, sports scientist specializing in human performance, to the show! Mike's here today to school us in all things breathing: Why we do it, how to do it better, and what ways can we optimize our technique for better stress management, sleep, and athletic performance. Plus: What's the deal with mouth-taping, should we be concerned about gasping post hard, sweaty efforts, and his go-to sequence for beating anxiety. SOCIAL @flo2plus @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast MENTIONED IN THIS ...
Aug 02, 2023•44 min
Look up "powerhouse" in the dictionary, and you may just find Sophie Cunningham's photo there. The Phoenix Mercury guard has been a force since she first stepped onto the court at a young age, and she's got some big goals on her radar (Paris 2024, anyone?). For episode 260, she talks about growing up on a farm, how she came to embrace mentors in life, and the excitement she has over dipping her toes into broadcasting. Plus: Her go-to nutrition staples — including Quest — and how she keeps her he...
Jul 31, 2023•55 min•Season 14Ep. 260
But damn, am I grateful that I am. Talking about the best plans being written in pencil this week for 5-MINUTE FRIDAY. Plus: Answering a listener question on how to navigate difficult people in work and life. 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!...
Jul 28, 2023•8 min
Lately, protein feels like the hot topic on social media. And that's because, according to Michelle Pillepich , a registered dietitian, it's the only macronutrient that hasn't been demonized. She's back on the show today to answer all of your protein-related questions: How much do you need? What are good sources? Is there such a thing as too much? What happens if we don't get enough? And what's even the ~purpose~ of consuming it at all? SOCIAL @michellepillepichnutrition @emilyabbate @hurdlep...
Jul 26, 2023•31 min
When it comes to being a multi-hyphenate, Emma Lovewell loves the diverse aspects of her life today as a fitness instructor, author, and speaker (to name a few). In today's episode, she discusses how she never had an in-house job until she landed her gig at Peloton and what it felt like to find that sort of stability. The new author of Live, Learn, Love Well also talks about life before the bike — working different opportunities in the dance, modeling, and fitness world to make ends meet, and th...
Jul 24, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 14Ep. 259
What better time for a pulse check than the top of a new season? Today, I'm chatting on how I manage to stay afloat when overwhelm kicks in. Plus: Answering a listener question about goals for the next 5/10 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!...
Jul 21, 2023•7 min
I've been dealing with plantar fasciitis for the better part of a year now. In today's episode, I'm answering all of your questions, including: How do I know when to reel things in? How am I navigating training for a marathon when I'm "still" injured? How do I deal with the loneliness that comes with injury? What is the worst running injury I've ever had? What's next? ... and more! SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS LMNT | Head to DrinkLMNT.com/hurdle to get a FREE LMNT Sample Pack with y...
Jul 19, 2023•27 min
Season 14, HELLO! Kicking things off with Paralympic swimmer Jessica Long. Born without legs in Russia and adopted at an early age, to say Jess has learned how to deal with adversity would be an understatement. For episode 258, she talks about what it's been like to learn true perseverance in pursuit of her big dreams, and how she shows up when the hurdles keep coming. Plus: How she manages her own big expectations, what it was like to step into her own beyond being a top athlete, how it felt to...
Jul 17, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Season 14Ep. 258
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Jun 30, 2023•8 min
Leading into my next marathon training block, I decided it was smart to do a blood test via InsideTracker. As a result, I asked Michelle Darian, RD and Marketing Manager for Science and Product at InsideTracker on the show. This is so much bigger than interpreting ~my~ results, though. For this episode, we focus on understanding what inflammation is, why we want some (but not a lot), and how to reduce or lessen it in a safe way via both environmental and dietary shifts. Plus: Why we need to be c...
Jun 28, 2023•30 min
Ajla Tomljanović knows the hardships of injury all-too-well. For this week's episode, I sit down with one of the best tennis players of her time to chat about the highs and lows of taking time off, and how it feels for her to take a back seat after a runaway year in 2022 defeating legend Serena Williams in her final match at the U.S. Open. She shares a lot about her mentality on and off the court, plus how it feels to have so many eyes on her as a rising star. Plus: How she knows when the "right...
Jun 26, 2023•58 min•Season 13Ep. 257
Last week, I ditched a workout. And honestly? Best decision I could've made. Also: Answering a listener question on how I chose my life coaching certification program. 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!...
Jun 23, 2023•8 min
