Hurdle with Emily Abbate

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5-MINUTE FRIDAY: Different Is NOT a Bad Thing Sep 11, 2020

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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?

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All past Sessions are now available on the Hurdle website. I’ll be releasing some information on new, upcoming Sessions very, very soon!

HURDLE BOOK CLUB
Now taking all suggestions for the next Hurdle book club! Drop your recs in an email to me, at emily@hurdle.us.

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#HURDLEMOMENT: Feeling Overwhelmed? Listen to This, ASAP Sep 09, 2020

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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 feeling.

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HURDLE BOOK CLUB
This month, we’re reading Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol S. Dweck, Ph.D. Want to get in on our recap chat tonight, 9/9? Register, here.

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128. Olivia Perez, Entrepreneur & Host of 'Friend of a Friend' Sep 08, 2020

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At 26, Olivia Perez (called Livv by her friends) is motivated as all hell, and it's invigorating. For episode 128, I chat with the serial entrepreneur, co-founder of System of Service, Forbes contributor, and host of the 'Friend of a Friend' podcast about her journey thus far — from her first-ever internship at Teen Vogue to her partnerships with big-name brands like Coach and Tory Burch (plus, all the fun stuff in between). She also shares what it was like to grow up as a serious dancer, how she navigates life today "with blinders on," and the ways she's had to pivot during the pandemic. Olivia's got a no-BS attitude that I'm on board with, and this conversation felt like a breath of fresh air.

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50. Joe Holder, Wellness Consultant & Nike Master Trainer
27. Kirsty Godso, Nike Master Trainer

HURDLE BOOK CLUB
This month, we’re reading Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol S. Dweck, Ph.D. Want to get in on our recap chat Wednesday, September 9? Fill out this Google Form.

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5-MINUTE FRIDAY: What's ONE Thing You Can Do For Someone Else Today? Sep 04, 2020

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This week had its fair share of small, annoying instances. (Don't they all?) The intercom/buzzer in my building went out, and I didn't know. This caused a slew of packages to be returned to sender. Funnily enough, the technician that came to fix it actually gave me an important reminder, which I'm sharing today on 5-MINUTE FRIDAY.

PROMPT: What’s one thing you can do for someone else today? Why did you choose this person?

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SEND: A Piñatagram
READ: From Vanity Fair: On Witness and Respair: A Personal Tragedy Followed By Pandemic
LISTEN: Diet Starts Tomorrow: Is the F-Factor Backlash Deserved?
WATCH: Tenet
PLAY: We’re Not Really Strangers

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CHECK OUT: HURDLE SESSIONS
All past Sessions are now available on the Hurdle website. I’ll be releasing some information on new, upcoming Sessions this coming Monday, 9/7.

HURDLE BOOK CLUB
This month, we’re reading Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol S. Dweck, Ph.D. The Book Club will be meeting next Wednesday night at 7 p.m. via Zoom. Come prepared for small group discussions. Want to join? Fill out this Google Form, and I’ll email you the Zoom link Wednesday morning.

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#HURDLEMOMENT: So, I Did a Virtual Race — Here's What I Learned Sep 02, 2020

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I told myself for months and months now that virtual racing was NOT something I was on board with. Then, my curiosity got the best of me. Last week, I ran a half-marathon PR doing the Seawheeze Virtual Half, and this week — I'm talking all about it for #HURDLEMOMENT. In today's episode, I'm offering up my five best-practice tips if you too want to tackle a virtual race, and get real honest about how the effort made me feel. Today's real MVP is Brett Williams, who was my safe-and-socially-distanced rabbit for the adventure. Thanks, Bud, for pushing me to a new personal best!

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HURDLE BOOK CLUB
This month, we’re reading Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol S. Dweck, Ph.D. Want to get in on our recap chat come September? Fill out this Google Form.

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Handling #HURDLEMOMENTS — Wednesday, September 2

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127. Aisha Praught-Leer, Pro Runner Aug 31, 2020

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There's something about this conversation with Aisha Praught-Leer that makes me feel all warm and fuzzy. Sure, she may be married and an Olympian, but it felt like we were just two women in our thirties rapping about life and our similar struggles. In episode 127, the steeplechase athlete-turned-middle-distance runner talks to me about hitting her stride in her sport within the last 5 years, and what it was like to pivot on the track. We also chat about her fueling strategy, navigating injury, the newfound appreciation she has for her body and fluctuations in-season versus off-season, and what life's like in beautiful Boulder, Colorado. We also connect on the importance of good friendships (and how to form deep connections) later on in life, and how hers inspire her to be a better human — on and off the track. A big thank you to her sponsor at CamelBak for helping to set us up!

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HURDLE BOOK CLUB
This month, we’re reading Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol S. Dweck, Ph.D. Want to get in on our recap chat come September? Fill out this Google Form.

SIGN UP: HURDLE SESSIONS
Handling #HURDLEMOMENTS — Wednesday, September 2

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5-MINUTE FRIDAY: You Deserve to Be Appreciated Aug 28, 2020

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For years now, I've made it a priority to tell the people that I care about I appreciate them. "I appreciate you." In today's episode of 5-MINUTE FRIDAY, I'm chatting about "friend dating" and how this phrase feels particularly important right now. I'm also chatting about the importance of vulnerability when it comes to establishing solid, deep relationships, and how I'm willing to get uncomfortable when it comes to making some new connections.

PROMPT: Are you willing to show up and be seen when you can’t control the outcome? If not, what’s stopping you?

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LISTEN: Oprah’s SuperSoul Conversations: Brené Brown: The Power of Vulnerability
READ: Jerry Seinfeld: So You Think New York Is Dead
LISTEN: Chapter 2 by Juke Ross
DONATE: Justice for Jacob Blake
Read all about what’s going on in Kenosha, here.

SIGN UP: HURDLE SESSIONS
Handling #HURDLEMOMENTS — Wednesday, September 2

HURDLE BOOK CLUB
This month, we’re reading Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol S. Dweck, Ph.D. Want to get in on our recap chat come September? Fill out this Google Form.

OFFERS
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#HURDLEMOMENT: How to Figure Out Your Perfect Running Pace Aug 26, 2020

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Finding the "right" pace can be super confusing. For this week's #HURDLEMOMENT, I'm chatting with Coach Sam Tooley on how to zero in on your ideal 1-mile, 5K, 10K, half-marathon, marathon pace and beyond. We chat about how often you should be running at goal pace (spoiler: it's less than you might think), how to pick up the pace, and his best tips for all runners while racing IRL is off the table.

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126. Allyson Felix, Sprinter & 6x Olympic Gold Medalist Aug 24, 2020

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Man, was I excited for this one. Allyson Felix is officially a hurdler! (Just, not at the actual track.) She's also a total legend. For episode 126, I'm chatting with the most decorated female athlete in track and field history. Felix realized her Olympic dreams early on at age 18, and has been unstoppable ever since. In today's episode, we talk about all of it. She tells me about what it was like to succeed in her sport at a young age, and what it was like to fall short of her goal in back-to-back Games. She tells me about simultaneously tackling college while thriving in her sport, the evolution of emotions through four different Olympic Games, and how she feels about the shift to 2021. We also chat about her exciting new chapter — becoming a mom — and how that has been both the best and scariest challenge of her life. She tells me about her new collection with Athleta, and how she's excited to finally feel like she has value to a sponsor beyond her racing times. A huge, huge thank you to the Athleta team for finally connecting me with one of my original "dream" guests.

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Allyson Felix x Athleta Collection

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5-MINUTE FRIDAY: So, I Threw Out My Scale Aug 21, 2020

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I've been on a tear lately of throwing out things. A lot of things. I came back from vacation a few weeks ago and had this impulse to upgrade and declutter. In today's episode of 5-MINUTE FRIDAY, I'm chatting about how it feels, and the unexpected choice I made to ditch the scale I've had for 12 years.

PROMPT: What's one thing you could get rid of today that would make you feel lighter?

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HURDLE SESSIONS
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HURDLE BOOK CLUB
This month, we’re reading Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol S. Dweck, Ph.D. Want to get in on our recap chat come September? Fill out this Google Form.

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