‘Stay humble and hungry’ is the walkout tune of my conversation with Alyssa Nakken, first ever female coach in the MLB. The San Francisco Giants coach shares how she is feeling after coaching the season opener 2 short months after having her daughter Austyn and support she’s received from the organization since making the decisions to start her family. We talk about how Alyssa is spearheading new initiatives for other riding female coaches; plus, how she deals with the pressures that come with b...
May 13, 2024•49 min•Season 17Ep. 300
When life gets chaotic, I'm reminded just how strong my support system is. Talking about the conflicting feelings around asking for help, and answering a listener question about strength training. SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS AG1 | Head to DrinkAG1.com/Hurdle to get a year's supply of Vitamin D and five free travel packs with your purchase. JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP...
May 10, 2024•8 min
We are back with season 17 and almost 300 episodes of Hurdle! Kicking off this season is Lindsey Horan, captain of the U.S. women’s national soccer team. She shares her insane story as the first American player to sign a professional contract straight out of high school and travel overseas to play for France. We dive into her early days as a professional athlete, her experience with body shaming and feelings of body acceptance, the moment she got the call to be on the U.S. soccer team, and so mu...
May 06, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Season 17Ep. 1
When your “why” is strong enough, you get into a place where you’re willing to work hard to remove the “but” and the “if.” Some interesting takeaways from an interview I did yesterday here in Paris, and answering a listener question about how I got into podcasting in the first place. SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS AG1 | Head to DrinkAG1.com/Hurdle to get a year's supply of Vitamin D and five free tra...
Apr 19, 2024•12 min
Happy Boston Marathon Monday, Hurdlers! Toeing the start line this morning is our guest for today, Adidas pro runner Dominique Scott. The South Africa native moved to the United States to run at the University of Arkansas, where she became a 5x NCAA champion, 12x All American, and 10x SEC champion. After graduation, she moved to Boulder with her husband to train with Team Boss and it’s there where she started her journey racing on the roads. Dom shares with us what it’s been like training for he...
Apr 15, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Season 16Ep. 298
Made a decision this morning that changed the trajectory of my day for the better. Sharing about how you can do the same, and answering a listener question about how to find motivation in the mundane of the day to day. SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Nike Boston Girls' Night on 4/12 (password: startingline) Nike Shakeout Run 4/13 Nike Cheer Zone 4/15 OFFERS BANDIT | Head on over to banditrunning.com an...
Apr 12, 2024•7 min
This week I'm welcoming Erin Azar, also known as @immrsspacecadet on social media, to the podcast and we talk all about hacks to get you out the door to move your body. Erin shares her tips for showing up when you don’t want to, why an accountability partner can make all the difference, and why choosing the right gear can make all the difference. The NonMembers Only podcast host even lets us in on what she’s blasting through her air pods while out on the run (it might get you by surprise). MENTI...
Apr 08, 2024•47 min•Season 16Ep. 297
Didn't expect to cry talking about this one, but here we are. Talking about how it feels to aim high, be proud of myself despite the hurdles, and push forward during tough moments of comparison. SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Nike Boston Girls' Night on 4/12 (password: startingline) Nike Shakeout Run 4/13 Nike Cheer Zone 4/15 OFFERS BANDIT | Head on over to banditrunning.com and use code HURDLER15 to take 15% off...
Apr 05, 2024•11 min
Open up your notes app or grab a pen and paper because Nike global trainer and yoga teacher Rebeckah Price is back on Hurdle . Centering our conversation around combating stress and how to come back to calm, Rebeckah offers so many good nuggets of advice when life feels hectic. We talk about the importance of movement and breathwork, seeking out talk therapy, utilizing routines in life and taking note of what your inputs are — from people to food to social media — and how to adjust to curate a b...
Apr 01, 2024•1 hr•Season 16Ep. 296
One of your closest friends was someone you didn't know at one time. Reflecting on the good of getting outside of your comfort zone, especially as I get older, and I answer a listener question about what I do with nights living at home solo. SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Classpass Referral Link OFFERS AG1 | Head to DrinkAG1.com/Hurdle to get a year's supply of Vitamin D and five free travel pac...
Mar 29, 2024•5 min
Welcome Peloton instructor Camila Ramon (and fellow hurdler!) to the podcast, and boy does she have some wisdom to share. We have such a beautiful dialogue about embracing the body that you have and appreciating all it can do regardless of what it looks like. We talk about Camila’s experience with body image, movement, and what ultimately brought her to Peloton. She speaks so much wisdom on how to combat the comparison trap and advice for anyone starting (and sticking to) a journey of their own....
Mar 25, 2024•52 min•Season 16Ep. 295
This week, I did something that made me really proud: I escaped the ~self~ comparison trap. Talking about this in this week's 5-MINUTE FRIDAY, and and answering a listener question about feeling a little lost post-college graduation. SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Classpass Referral Link OFFERS AG1 | Head to DrinkAG1.com/Hurdle to get a year's supply of Vitamin D and five free travel packs with your pur...
Mar 22, 2024•7 min
Fitbit, Apple Watch, Nike Fuelband, WHOOP, Oura Ring. With the nature of my career, I’ve been rocking some sort of wearable technology since it became a thing, over 10 years ago. I get so many messages asking why I switched up my wearable recently and today I am sitting down with Tom Hale, CEO of Oura — my current wearable of choice. I’ve been looking forward to this conversation for a long time and we really dive into everything that is the wearable industry. I appreciate how Tom talks about we...
Mar 18, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Season 16Ep. 298
Lots of questions lately about how I maintain a routine when I'm on the move, so we're addressing those for this week's 5MF! Plus: Answering a listener question about how I avoid burnout while navigating so many pots on the stove (love that phrase). SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Classpass Referral Link OFFERS AG1 | Head to DrinkAG1.com/Hurdle to get a year's supply of Vitamin D and five free travel packs with ...
Mar 15, 2024•8 min
Another hurdle, conquered. Last week, I laced up and ran the 2024 Tokyo Marathon — and what a time it was. So many emotions come hand in hand with finishing this major goal, and I'm diving into all of them in today's recap. From how I felt going into the race, to the ins and outs of the course, how I managed to score a bib, and how I felt after my 4:16:00 finish. Plus: The two biggest lessons I walked away with after running all six world marathon majors, and answering the ever-lovely question: ...
Mar 11, 2024•53 min•Season 16Ep. 293
What if your reframed the way you think of your down time? Plus: Answering a listener question about the nutrition myths surrounding carbohydrates. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Rapha IWD Hangout on 3/8 ASICS Move Her Mind LA Event 3/14 SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Every Women's Marathon OFFERS AG1 | Head to DrinkAG1.com/Hurdle to get a year's supply of Vitamin D and five free travel packs with your purchase. JOIN:...
Mar 08, 2024•7 min
This week I'm sitting back down with one of my favorite humans to talk all about the joys and pain points that come with entrepreneurship. Betina Gozo is a health and wellness expert who recently launched her new workout app BGTV all while raising a family, producing a podcast of her own, and coaching as a personal trainer and health coach. We really do cover it all: How she’s feeling in her new chapter as business owner and new mother, goal setting and the balance that comes with pursuing perso...
Mar 04, 2024•53 min•Season 16Ep. 292
Well, here we are. Marathon on deck, I cannot believe it's time to do this thing. Talking about my feelings heading into this weekend's 26.2, and answering a listener question about what I can't live without while traveling. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE AirFly Duo Bigger Carry-On SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Every Women's Marathon OFFERS AG1 | Head to DrinkAG1.com/Hurdle to get a year's supply of Vitamin D and five free t...
Mar 01, 2024•8 min
Look up the word "goat" in the dictionary, and you'll see a photo of Joan Benoit Samuelson. OK, maybe not really — but Joan's the first woman to ever with the Olympic Marathon in its inaugural year for women in 1984. We had the opportunity to sit down in Orlando this year during the Olympic Trials, and this was definitely a pinch-me moment. With a plethora of wise takeaways, we chat through so many things in this week's episode: Nike’s Project Dreamweaver, navigating injury and longevity, how sh...
Feb 26, 2024•53 min•Season 16Ep. 291
Wheels up, it's go time! Sharing a bit about my experience embracing solo travel, and a story about how scared I was at first before going on my inaugural trip. Plus, answering a question about what to do with training when you have a faraway goal. SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Every Women's Marathon OFFERS AG1 | Head to DrinkAG1.com/Hurdle to get a year's supply of Vitamin D and five free travel packs with your purchase. JOIN:...
Feb 23, 2024•9 min
Last week, I had the opportunity to go to San Francisco to offer a keynote at Athleta's corporate conference, Athleta Quest. During that week, I had the chance to sit down with WNBA star and member of Athleta’s Power of She Collective Monique Billings. We got to chat about her exciting news about coming home to play for the LA Sparks (previously with the Atlanta Dream), how she stepped into basketball at young age, and how she has made a very international effort to not let sport define her. Mon...
Feb 19, 2024•55 min•Season 16Ep. 290
If you want love, ask yourself: Are you giving love? Talking about how to be truly open this week and act in a way that will get you what you want. Also: Answering a listener question about what makes me feel the most creative. SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS AG1 | Head to DrinkAG1.com/Hurdle to get a year's supply of Vitamin D and five free travel packs with your purchase. JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle ...
Feb 16, 2024•7 min
Every conversation with today’s guest is a clarifying breath of fresh air, and this conversation is no different. Co-CEO and founding teacher at The Class Natalie Kuhn is full of wisdom when it comes to the concept of resilience. She opens up about how she dealt with a multitude of hurdles in her personal life while maintaining a positive perspective, and her ability to detach herself from an outcome. Trust me, Natalie is going to forever change the way you think about challenge. IN THIS EPISODE...
Feb 12, 2024•1 hr•Season 16Ep. 289
Just because you're not where you thought you'd be doesn't mean the ride isn't epic. Also: Answering a listener question about energy and what I'm hoping to attract in 2024. SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS AG1 | Head to DrinkAG1.com/Hurdle to get a year's supply of Vitamin D and five free travel packs with your purchase. JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice me...
Feb 09, 2024•6 min
Today I welcome my dear friend, Editor-in-Chief of Marie Claire , Nikki Ogunnaike. We met through the industry what seems like forever ago, and I can truly say that she is someone who makes me want to be a better person. In today's episode, Nikki opens up about her career journey, her relationship with exercise, and what she does day-to-day to feel at home in her body. She also provides some guidance to anyone trying to find their way in their own profession, and answers the always popular quest...
Feb 05, 2024•1 hr•Season 16Ep. 288
This has been ringing in my ears all week. Talking about my CHOICE to get up at 5 a.m. and run long before an 11 a.m. flight, and the why that makes that difficult move easier. Plus: Answering a listener question on what my nighttime routine looks like. SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS AG1 | Head to DrinkAG1.com/Hurdle to get a year's supply of Vitamin D and five free travel packs with your purchase. JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: ...
Feb 02, 2024•7 min
Tone It Up co-founder Karena Dawn has had her fair share of hurdles, both personally and professionally, evolving the popular workout brand and product line over the last 15 years. Through the highs and lows, she always comes back to one word: resilient. This week, I sit down with Karena and go deep into her upbringing, plus the chance encounter Tone It Up co-founder Katrina Scott at the gym, and how the duo evolved the company throughout the years. Plus: She talks openly about her experience na...
Jan 29, 2024•1 hr•Season 16Ep. 287
There's someone you care about right now that's navigating something you have no clue about. Same with your boss, the barista, or even your favorite morning news anchor. In today's episode, chatting about the interaction that brought this to light for me earlier this week. Plus: Answering a listener question about productivity. SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS AG1 | Head to DrinkAG1.com/Hurdle to get a year's supply of Vitamin D and five free travel packs with your p...
Jan 26, 2024•8 min
This episode topic is a long time coming and I am so excited to bring award-winning, triple board certified dermatologist Dr. Mamina Turegano to the podcast to answer all of your skincare questions. Dr. Mamina is a wealth of knowledge and found success in sharing her smarts with the masses on major social platforms. We cover everything from dermatologist appointments and online prescriptions, to skin cancer in young women, retinol and other age-fighting ingredients to the importance of vitamin D...
Jan 22, 2024•50 min•Season 16Ep. 286
This day last week, I ditched Whole 30. Today, I'm talking to you about the experience: The highs, the lows, and why I decided that — right now anyway — it's just not the right route for me. Plus: Answering a listener question on solo travel! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE You Already Have the Answers guided journal Try Future for 50% off SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK G...
Jan 19, 2024•10 min
