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#HURDLEMOMENT: An Expert Reveals 2021's Health & Wellness Trends to Watch Dec 23, 2020

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Today I'm chatting with Kate Spies, the editor-in-chief of Well+Good. Every year, the site releases their forecast, and this year's has a slew of highlights — from a collective goodbye to hard pants and new at-home fitness equipment to bringing more and more greenery inside and embracing adaptogenic ... everything.

READ: Well+Good's 2021 Wellness Trends

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142. Emily Sisson, Pro Runner Dec 21, 2020

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To say that New Balance athlete Emily Sisson is on the come up would be a major understatement. Recently, the 29-year-old snagged a shiny new half-marathon personal best of 67:26 at the Valencia Half, falling one single second short of the American record. For episode 142, we chat about how she got so speedy, starting with her upbringing as a multisport athlete leading her to a strong collegiate running career at Providence. Emily shares with me how inspired she is by good friend, mentor, and training partner Molly Huddle, and gets really honest about how she felt after her performance at the U.S. Olympic marathon trials earlier this year. We also swap virtual racing stories, she shares some of the biggest takeaways she has from working with a sports psychologist, and offers up how she keeps her mind right when injuries happen.

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5-MINUTE FRIDAY: So, I Decided to Spend Christmas Alone Dec 18, 2020

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This week, I made the final call that I'd be spending Christmas alone cozied up here in New York City. Growing up in a multidenominational household, Christmas Eve has always been one of my favorite days of the year. But in 2020, we've all come to learn some difficult lessons. One I'm leaning into: it's important to not waste energy on the things we cannot control. I am consciously choosing the safe, more sane option (especially because COVID). For 5-MINUTE FRIDAY, I'm chatting about how the "right" choice still feels a little selfish.

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READ: Virtual Gifts and Gift Ideas for When You Can’t Be There IRL from Marie Claire
LISTEN: NPR’s Life Kit: A Therapists’ Take on Getting Through a Pandemic Holiday
CHECK OUT: Rambling Runner Virtual Summit

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#HURDLEMOMENT: Understanding Your Metabolism With Levels Co-Founder Dr. Casey Means Dec 16, 2020

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Sometimes, I feel like understanding metabolism and talking about metabolic health can be a tad on the complicated side. So, I've called in reinforcements: Meet Dr. Casey Means, co-founder of Levels. She's coming to #hurdlemoment today to chat all things metabolism, from how it works, what can slow it down or speed it up, how things like stress and diet can impact it, body temperature's impact on it, and so much more. This is the kind of episode where you're going to want to take notes.

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141. Charlee Atkins, Trainer & Founder Le Sweat TV Dec 14, 2020

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Yes or yes? That’s a go-to saying from top trainer Charlee Atkins, CSCS, founder of Le Sweat TV. For episode 141, I’m chatting with the mega inspirational coach about her journey. A longtime Soul Cycle favorite, Atkins talks about how she got to the podium and became a master instructor, and the huge impact that founders Julie Rice and Elizabeth Cutler had on her and her career. She also tells me about going out on her own, expanding on the intense work that goes into building your own brand and a fitness content platform. Plus: What’s next for Le Sweat, how Le Sweat got its name, why a little healthy competition can be a total game-changer, and the mantras she uses when shit gets hard, including “Success is on the other side of failure.”
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5-MINUTE Friday: If It's Not a Hell Yes, Then It's a Hell No Dec 11, 2020

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Last weekend, I went through absolutely everything in my apartment. By the end of weaving through every closet, corner, and nook, I set aside 10 bags of donations (which I brought to Goodwill and Housing Works) and felt a whole lot lighter. For today's episode, I'm talking you through that process, and sharing an important lesson that I was reminded of during the 7-hour work day.

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READ (+ WATCH): The New York Times: “I Achieved My Wildest Dreams. Then Depression Hit.”
WATCH: Happiest Season on Hulu
LISTEN: New Mindset, Who ‘Dis? 50 Shades of ‘OK’ Relationships
BUY: Lululemon Scuba Oversized Sherpa ½ Zip ($168)

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#HURDLEMOMENT: Unpacking a Tough Year With Ali Feller, Host of the 'Ali on the Run' Show Dec 09, 2020

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Welcome the ever-lovely Ali Feller back to Hurdle! Today, we're swapping stories about 2020, highlighting the lessons that we've learned in a year that was anything but what we both expected. We talk about letting go of the things we can't control, why the Olympic marathon trials down in Atlanta were career-changing, and discuss our big hopes for 2021 (and beyond).

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140. Angela Manuel-Davis, Motivational Coach & Co-Founder AARMY Dec 07, 2020

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Chief Motivational Officer. With a title like that, you can imagine that my conversation with Angela Manuel-Davis is filled with inspiring tidbits (yep, you’re right). As a former member of the USA Track and Field Team, Angela was a five-time All-American and was world-ranked. In episode 140, Angela tells me about transitioning from a career as an athlete to coaching fitness full-time. We also chat about an awful car accident that forced her to rethink her approach, and how she found gratitude when recovery felt daunting. We also talk about this new chapter with AARMY, what excites her right now, and she offers her best advice for anyone struggling to find the positives in a difficult year.

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For our next book club, we'll be reading I Thought It Was Just Me” (But It Isn’t) by Brené Brown. We'll be gathering to discuss on Monday, December 7. To register, click here.

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5-MINUTE FRIDAY: About the Time I Drank Champagne In the Bathroom Dec 04, 2020

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This week, I rode my bike near one of my old favorite spots. Known for complimentary champagne service in the women's bathroom and their soup dumplings (also, as a bougie New York establishment catering to A-listers and the well-dressed), Beauty & Essex was one of my go-to picks when I first moved to New York City back in 2012. I haven't been back in years, until this week, when I rode by it en route to find caffeine post-workout. Today, I'm reflecting on my early days In this magical city, thinking about how the times of changed, and finding some gratitude for what was (and, what is).

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WATCH: A Match Made In Hell
READ: 65 (Productive) Things to Do When You’re Bored At Work
WATCH: The Undoing on HBO
LISTEN: Trained, Harnessing the Power of Your Mind with Alia Crum

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All past Sessions are now available on the Hurdle website. Use code "PODCAST" for $5 off, limited to first 25 redemptions, on either of the below:
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End of Year Goal Setting Workshop, December 16 @ 1 p.m.

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BOOK CLUB
For our next book club, we'll be reading I Thought It Was Just Me” (But It Isn’t) by Brené Brown. We'll be gathering to discuss on Monday, December 7. To register, click here.

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#HURDLEMOMENT: Cold Weather Running Tips & Tricks With Emma Abrahamson Dec 02, 2020

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What should I wear? Is it every too cold to run? Do I need to hydrate? What about warming up? In today's installment of #HURDLEMOMENT, I chat about all of the above with my good friend Emma Abrahamson, run coach, YouTuber, and all-around wonderful person. We also offer up our go-to gear picks (and get specific), dissect the correct pronunciation of "Oregon," and give you the inspiration you need for to lace up on the dark, chilly days when running feels like a total chore.

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CHECK OUT: HURDLE SESSIONS
All past Sessions are now available on the Hurdle website. Use code "PODCAST" for $5 off, limited to first 25 redemptions, on either of the below:
End of Year Goal Setting Workshop, December 9 @ 7:30 p.m.
Handling #HURDLEMOMENTS, December 2 @ 7:30 p.m.
End of Year Goal Setting Workshop, December 16 @ 1 p.m.

JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP

BOOK CLUB
For our next book club, we'll be reading I Thought It Was Just Me” (But It Isn’t) by Brené Brown. We'll be gathering to discuss on Monday, December 7. To register, click here.

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