Hurdle with Emily Abbate

Goal setting can be super intimidating, and you're not alone if you're not entirely sure where to start. Today, I'm connecting with Dr. Cheyenne Bryant, a psychology expert and life coach who knows a thing or two about going after big things. We get into what you ~need~ to do before you set a goal, the important list you should make when writing yours down, and tap into the real purpose of them —&...

On May 7, 2021, Will Valderrama (called Willy by some of his friends) found out that he has Multiple Sclerosis (MS) . On May 10, while at in-person treatment at Weill Cornell, he signed up for a marathon. At the time, he was in a wheel chair — unable to walk in a straight line. Fast forward five months and a lot of difficult moments: On October 16, not only did he run that marathon — but he c...

This week has been a whirlwind, eh? Welcome, to all of the new Hurdlers listening to the show! On the 5-MINUTE FRIDAY segment, I typically just share a story from my week, then answer a listener question. This week, I'm talking about ~finally~ getting back into journaling, and navigating the holidays when you've got a little bit of family turbulence.  SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS...

We all navigate hurdles on the run. In this live conversation inside of Hub Seventeen at lululemon on Fifth Avenue, I break down how to navigate them with some fellow members of the New York running community leading up to the New York Marathon on November 7. From fueling and safety to navigating getting involved in a run crew and how to set smart goals — this conversation is full of laughs a...

First things first: Let me reiterate that both Harley and myself agree that travel is to be enjoyed. Indulgent! You don't need to spend your time away entirely focused on your health and wellness routine — however there are small tweaks you can make to your day-to-day that can help you find balance on the move, and maybe even better enjoy your travels.  Harley Pasternak is a wellness expert,...

Surfing made its debut at the 2020 Olympics, and at 29 years old, Carissa Moore became the sport’s first-ever gold medalist. I’m catching up with the Hawaiian native and 5-time world champion for today’s episode, and let me tell you — she’s one of the kindest, brightest humans. We talk all about her backstory, how she started surfing with her dad at age 5, and the sacrifices she’s made along the w...

A little diddy about gratitude, remembering not to focus on the crappy stuff, and a legit question about a voicemail I got recently. SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS AG1 from Athletic Greens | Head to AthleticGreens.com/hurdle to get five FREE travel packs and a year's supply of vitamin D with your first purchase. Goodr | Head to Goodr.com/Hurdle and use "HURDLE15" To get 15 percent off a...

There are a zillion different types of funks. A funk of not eating well. A funk of not going on any dates (raises hand). A funk of not wanting to exercise. A funk of straying away from your journaling practice (the list goes on). For today's #HURDLEMOMENT, I'm offering up actionable steps to get out of yours — whatever it may be. SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS AG1 from Athletic Greens |...

This week I’m chatting with Kira Stokes, celebrity trainer and founder of both the Stoked Method and the KiraStokesFit app . Kira’s a health and wellness expert based in New York City, with over 25 years of experience in the fitness industry. After graduating from Boston College with a degree in psychology and a minor in health sciences, she went on to become obsessed with the beauty of movement —...

It was a special opportunity, to stand at the 40K marker at last weekend's Chicago Marathon. Today, I'm talking about that special experience and the important lesson it reminded me of. SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast SIGN UP: NEW! Hurdle Membership - For all details, click here. JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask...

HOLY WOW it felt good to be back in person! Loved this conversation from last weekend in Chicago at the Tracksmith pop-up, leading up to Sunday's marathon. I chat with trainers and nutrition experts Ciara Lucas and Phoenix Alazam to answer all of your running questions, from how to start to what to eat, wear, and think before you lace up. Plus: We laugh about some of our biggest running fails, and...

This week I’m chatting with Jordan Larson, a professional volleyball player and 3-time Olympic medalist including a gold from this year’s games in Tokyo. For episode 179, she gives me the rundown of how she got here, growing up in a super small town guided by both of her parents to pursue and love sport. She  talks to me about going overseas for volleyball, playing in Puerto Rico, Russia, Tur...

Italy and Paris, you've been a dream. Today concludes an 11-day international trip (and, I head to Chicago!). This week, I'm talking about the courage something like this required, and my hope for everyone else when it comes to finding the thing that empowers them to sit in stillness and take an inventory of self. SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS AG1 from Athletic Greens | Head to athleti...

Meet Marc Champagne: A new author (check out his book Personal Socrates , out mid-October!) and mental fitness expert. For today's episode, he talks to us about what mental fitness is, and how we can be better about "working out" our mind to perform better in our day-to-day tasks. We talk about the timing of these "workouts," and the different types. Plus: The benefits of flow state and the import...

The Class, which is often described as a workout for your emotions, really helped me through some tough times — specifically during the pandemic. Today, I'm chatting with its founder and CEO Taryn Toomey. Truthfully, the first time I went to The Class, I thought it was bizarre. But as Taryn and I talk about in episode 178, I wasn't really ready to surrender just yet to what it had to offer. In met...

I've had anxiety for a really long time about investing in myself. Over the last few years, though, I've learned the importance of giving back to me. You don't have to make gobs of money to do this, either. Today, I talk about the strategies I use to invest wisely, and also answer a listener question about how I manage big disappointments.  SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS AG1 from A...

Everyone’s a little bit confused and a little stressed about their bodies - you’re not alone! But which thoughts are worth paying attention to and which are just causing extra stress? This episode is full of helpful insights, tips, and tricks from my friend, writer, editor and new author Casey Gueren. We talk about why we feel stressed about our bodies, the weird fluctuations that happen on a week...

On the morning after Christmas in 2013, Aly Orady decided to change his life. Prior to this #hurdlemoment, the then-child prodigy had graduated high school at 15 and college at 19, then worked at a series of tech companies including Hewlett-Packard and computer startup Pano Logic where physical fitness was the last thing on his priority list. In today’s episode, he details this turning point which...

I'm honestly in a really good place right now, making limoncello out of lemons. Today, I'm talking about the positive progress I've made in the last week re: the injury update, my new travel plans, and the simple comparison that came to me on my first run back the other day. Appreciation for the little things, on high. SOCIAL @hurdlepodcast @emilyabbate OFFERS AG1 from Athletic Greens | Head to At...

This episode is jam-packed with every ounce of information I wish someone told me right off the bat when I was ready to get in the saddle. From the importance of a bike fit and what gear you need to get started to the importance of fuel and how much you should be drinking on the ride, pro cyclist Alison Tetrick is buzzing with helpful information. Plus: We talk about a major #hurdlemoment in her l...

This was an honor. Welcome Gretchen Rubin to the Hurdle family. Gretchen's known to many as the author of The Happiness Project , one of her many best-selling titles. She's also a member of Oprah’s Super Soul 100, was named one of the Most Creative People in Business  by Fast Company. For episode 176, we talk about how she walked away from clerking for Sandra Day O'Connor in Washington D...

I've been keeping this from the community for a minute, because I needed some time to process. To answer your top question: I'm not entirely sure what's going to happen with my marathon plans. But, I've always been pretty open and honest with the Hurdlers, and I thought it was important to bring a dose of perspective (and some honesty) to the feed. It could be a muscle strain. It could be a hernia...

I needed this conversation. My hope is that maybe you do, too. Today I'm chatting with Yasmine Cheyenne, a teacher and advocate for mental health and spiritual wellness as well as host of The Sugar Jar Podcast. We're connecting on all things boundaries: what are they, how to set them, how to not feel guilty about having them, and how to have productive conversations about them.  SOCIAL @yasmi...

What do I do to manage burnout? How do I know whether to keep pushing or take a rest from my weekly workout routine? What do you see when ~you~ look in the mirror? So many great questions have been coming in recently from the Hurdle community, and I'm answering them today in a special season premiere week bonus episode! Want to ask me a new question? Leave a voice message, and I'll tackle it in an...

Season. Seven. WHAT IS GOOD! I'm beyond excited to kickstart a new season of the show with Adrian Williams, Peloton instructor and all-around wonderful human. For episode 175, we learn all about his backstory. Born and raised in the Bronx, Adrian tells me about the two distinct #hurdlemoments that shaped him into the man he is today, dealing with devastating loss. We rap about the importance of fa...