Hurdle with Emily Abbate

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132. Cody Rigsby, Cycling Director at Peloton Oct 12, 2020

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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 first New York apartment while following his goal to be a dancer. He also tells me about Peloton “falling in his lap,” and how the job has been one of the biggest blessings of his life. The inspiration in this episode? It is literally endless. I definitely wanted to start off the new season with a bang, and I’d say this convo definitely gets the job done.

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HURDLE BOOK CLUB
This month, we’re reading Untamed by Glennon Doyle. Book club will be on October 20 at 8 p.m. Register to join, here! First come, first serve, up to 100 attendees!

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5-MINUTE FRIDAY: So, This Is Where I'm At Oct 02, 2020

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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.

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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’Brien Needs a Friend: Michelle Obama Returns
READ (& WRITE): Heart Talk, The Journal: 52 Weeks of Self-Love, Self-Care, and Self-Discovery by Cleo Wade
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CHECK OUT: HURDLE SESSIONS
All past Sessions are now available on the Hurdle website. Other upcoming sessions that I would love for you to be a part of:

October Handling #HURDLEMOMENTS Workshop: 10/7 at 7:00 p.m.

JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP

HURDLE BOOK CLUB
This month, we’re reading Untamed by Glennon Doyle. Book club will be on October 20 at 8 p.m. Register to join, here! First come, first serve, up to 100 attendees!

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#HURDLEMOMENT: Your Biggest Listener Questions, Answered Sep 30, 2020

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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.

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MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
Episode One: Emily Abbate, Creator of Hurdle
Runner's World: In Defense of Walking More and Running Less
131. Emily Infeld, Olympic Runner
#HURDLEMOMENT: The Chicago Marathon, A Recap

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CHECK OUT: HURDLE SESSIONS
All past Sessions are now available on the Hurdle website. Other upcoming sessions that I would love for you to be a part of:
Media Strategy for Fitness Professionals, 9/30 at 7:00 p.m.
October Handling #HURDLEMOMENTS Workshop: 10/7 at 7:00 p.m.

Check out the SECRET Hurdlers Facebook group.

HURDLE BOOK CLUB
This month, we’re reading Untamed by Glennon Doyle. Book club will be on October 20 at 8 p.m. Register to join, here! First come, first serve, up to 100 attendees!

ALSO! Don’t forget about our One Million Miles for Justice team! This time around, a portion of the race proceeds will support the Children's Defense Fund, national child advocacy organization that works to uplift all children — especially poor children and children of color.

Click the link above to join team “Hurdlers." First time joining? Use the code “HURDLERS5” for $5 off registration. If you participated previously, use “RETURNPHASE2” for a discount.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

131. Emily Infeld, Olympic Runner Sep 28, 2020

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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 bay when things feel out of her control. She also shares her recovery strategy (important when you're logging so many miles!) and what it was like to medal at World Championships and make it to an Olympic games.

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Check out the SECRET Hurdlers Facebook group.

HURDLE BOOK CLUB
This month, we’re reading Untamed by Glennon Doyle. Book club will be on October 20 at 8 p.m. Register to join, here! First come, first serve, up to 100 attendees!

Click the link above to join team “Hurdlers." First time joining? Use the code “HURDLERS5” for $5 off registration. If you participated previously, use “RETURNPHASE2” for a discount.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: Stop Worrying About Being 'Good Enough' Sep 25, 2020

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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?

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MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
WATCH: The Atlantic & Land Rover Present: John Mayer Goes Outside
READ: What Your Favorite Teen Heartthrobs Look Like Now
LISTEN: Masego
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CHECK OUT: HURDLE SESSIONS
All past Sessions are now available on the Hurdle website. Other upcoming sessions that I would love for you to be a part of:
Media Strategy for Fitness Professionals, 9/30 at 7:00 p.m.
October Handling #HURDLEMOMENTS Workshop: 10/7 at 7:00 p.m.

JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP

HURDLE BOOK CLUB
This month, we’re reading Untamed by Glennon Doyle. Book club will be on October 20 at 8 p.m. Register to join, here! First come, first serve, up to 100 attendees!

ALSO! Don’t forget about our One Million Miles for Justice team! This time around, a portion of the race proceeds will support the Children's Defense Fund, a national child advocacy organization that works to uplift all children — especially poor children and children of color.

Click the link above to join team “Hurdlers” (or — make sure to enter the team name at checkout). First time joining in the fun? Use the code “HURDLERS5” for $5 off registration. If you participated previously, use “RETURNPHASE2” for a discount.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#HURDLEMOMENT: Essential Lessons in Self Confidence with a Master Certified Life Coach Sep 23, 2020

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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.

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CHECK OUT: HURDLE SESSIONS
All past Sessions are now available on the Hurdle website. Other upcoming sessions that I would love for you to be a part of:
Building a Social Media Presence, 9/23 at 7:00 p.m.
Media Strategy for Fitness Professionals, 9/30 at 7:00 p.m.
October Handling #HURDLEMOMENTS Workshop: 10/7 at 7:00 p.m.

Check out the SECRET Hurdlers Facebook group.

HURDLE BOOK CLUB
This month, we’re reading Untamed by Glennon Doyle. Book club will be on October 20 at 8 p.m. Register to join, here! First come, first serve, up to 100 attendees!

Click the link above to join team “Hurdlers." First time joining? Use the code “HURDLERS5” for $5 off registration. If you participated previously, use “RETURNPHASE2” for a discount.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

130. Miles Chamley-Watson, Olympic Fencer Sep 21, 2020

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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 course to do what he loves, despite "not looking like anyone in his sport." He talks to me about the ins and outs of sponsorships, his lofty goal to be the first-ever fencer to make $1 million, and how he navigates the newfound fame that comes with success. Plus: How he's been managing the pandemic (including his big decision to move to the west coast) and what it was like to sit next to Madonna at the Met Gala.

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Daily Harvest | Go to DailyHarvest.com and enter promo code “HURDLE25” at checkout to get $25 dollars off your first box.

Check out the SECRET Hurdlers Facebook group.

HURDLE BOOK CLUB
This month, we’re reading Untamed by Glennon Doyle. Book club will be on October 20 at 8 p.m. Register to join, here! First come, first serve, up to 100 attendees!

Click the link above to join team “Hurdlers." First time joining? Use the code “HURDLERS5” for $5 off registration. If you participated previously, use “RETURNPHASE2” for a discount.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: Getting Unstuck Sep 18, 2020

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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).

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@emilyabbate

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
LISTEN: The Tim Ferriss Show: #462: Guy Raz — Traits of Successful Entrepreneurs, The Story of ‘How I Built This,’ Overcoming Anxiety and Depression, and More
EAT: Kaari Foods Dips
WATCH: Certified Young Person Paul Rudd Wants You to Wear a Mask
BALL OUT: Book the Original House from The Fresh Prince
SEND: Sugarwish

SUPPORT THE SPONSORS: For a complete list of Hurdle’s sponsors and discount codes — click here.

Check out the SECRET Hurdlers Facebook group.

HURDLE BOOK CLUB
This month, we’re reading Untamed by Glennon Doyle. Book club will be on October 20 at 8 p.m. Register to join, here! First come, first serve, up to 100 attendees!

ALSO! Don’t forget about our One Million Miles for Justice team! This time around, a portion of the race proceeds will support the Children's Defense Fund, national child advocacy organization that works to uplift all children — especially poor children and children of color.

Click the link above to join team “Hurdlers." First time joining? Use the code “HURDLERS5” for $5 off registration. If you participated previously, use “RETURNPHASE2” for a discount.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

#HURDLEMOMENT: An Honest Mental Health Check-In & 5 Strategies for Boosting It Sep 16, 2020

Show notes

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 important as physical health, and if you're not looking at it that way — you're making a major mistake.

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MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
We're Not Really Strangers

SUPPORT THE SPONSORS: For a complete list of Hurdle’s sponsors, their respective vanity URLs, and discount codes — click here.

CHECK OUT: HURDLE SESSIONS
All past Sessions are now available on the Hurdle website.
September 23: Building a Social Media Presence
September 30: Media Strategy for Fitness Professionals

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129. Briohny Smyth, Yoga Teacher Sep 14, 2020

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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 young age, battling drug abuse and disordered eating while trying to keep it all together, create music, and perform. Smyth talks to me about how she first tried yoga in India during a work trip, and how that experience ultimately changed her life forever. We also chat the hardships of divorce, figuring out how to make a living doing what you love, and the scary side of pivoting during the COVID-19 pandemic. I’m telling you, this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

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@alomoves
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Please note: There are some sensitive topics discussed in this episode. If you or someone you love is struggling from disordered eating or drug abuse, you are certainly not alone.
National Eating Disorder Association national helpline: 1 (800) 931-2237
Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration national helpline: 1 (800) 662-HELP (4357)

OFFERS
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