732 episodes
Hurdle Emily Abbate
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- Health & Fitness
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4.9 • 1.3K Ratings
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Join me, Emily Abbate, every Monday and Friday for a good time. Hurdle is a wellness-focused podcast where I sit down with inspiring individuals to talk about everything from their big wins to how they’ve gotten through some of life’s toughest moments. On the show, you can expect vulnerability, motivation, and candid discussions with everyone from top athletes to aspiring entrepreneurs on what it really takes to follow your passions. My mission is simple: To inspire you to be your best self, move with intention — and have some fun along the way. Tell me: What's your #hurdlemoment?
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298. Embracing The Pivot: Dominique Scott On Running Her Own Race & The Bravery Of Trying Something New
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 her first ever Boston marathon (and third ever marathon), how she pivoted from the track to the roads, and her best tips for getting out of your comfort zone. I love that Dom is so open about what it’s like to excel at something like the track for so long and then put herself out there on the roads racing with the best of the best.
IN THIS EPISODE
How Dom is able to trust in her training and calm the nerves before race day (5:05)
The decision about joining Team Boss and why Dom pivoted into the marathon (6:08)
Dom’s tips for making the long run work for you (10:05)
How Dom’s parents led by example and what she learned from them (16:50)
The emotional toll of moving to the states and perform at the collegiate level (21:50)
The process that went into making Dom’s first olympic team (29:06)
Dom’s experience with post-olympics blues and what she looks forward to after a big race (34:44)
A reflection on the supportive group of women that is Team Boss (40:15)
Dom’s perspective on the comparison trap and her tips on how to avoid falling into that mindset (42:50)
How Dom is feeling about the Paris Olympics (49:10)
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5-MINUTE FRIDAY: Where Your Focus Goes, Your Energy Flows
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.
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@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 your first order! Also, check out their pop-up in Boston, at 119 Newbury Street!
AG1 | Head to DrinkAG1.com/Hurdle to get a year's supply of Vitamin D and five free travel packs with your purchase.
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297. For When You Don't Want To: Erin Azar Shares Helpful Hacks To Show Up & Move On Your Toughest Days
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).
MENTIONED IN TODAYS EPISODE
NonMembers Only Podcast
Sunday Social w/ @ImMrsSpaceCadet and Reebok, 10:00 a.m., 4/14 | Reebok HQ Store 25 Drydock Ave, Boston. RSVP HERE.
IN THIS EPISODE
Erin’s current relationship with movement (6:10)
How to differentiate between the days you need movement the most and when rest is needed (9:00)
Erin’s tips on making the process of ‘just starting’ easier in daily life (10:42)
Why Erin thrives with a schedule and routine (16:15)
The importance of an accountability partner - whether in person or virtual (22:38)
Dialing into your ‘why’ and why it’s ok when that ‘why’ changes during different life seasons (27:35)
How Erin dealt with life’s challenges before running came into her life (33:38)
What Erin is listening to on the run (40:25)
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@immrsspacecadet
@emilyabbate
@hurdlepodcast
OFFERS
REEBOK | Head Reebok.com and use code "HURDLE25" for 25% off FloatZig, capped at 50 redemptions!
LMNT | Head to drinklmnt.com/hurdle to get a free sample pack with any purchase
JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP
SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter
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5-MINUTE FRIDAY: On Manifestation, Setting Goals That Scare Me & Sharing Them Out Loud
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.
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@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 your first order! Also, check out their pop-up in Boston next week, at 119 Newbury Street!
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 message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode!
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296. Finding Inner Peace: Rebeckah Price On How To Combat Stress & Come Back To Calm
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 better experience.
IN THIS EPISODE
Rebeckah’s perception on the current burnout culture (7:30)
What stress looks like in Rebeckah’s life right now (11:55)
Why movement is an integral part of managing stress (16:05)
What taking advantage of breathwork can do for the body and our response to stress (22:50)
Breathwork 101 (25:30)
How to integrate routine to combat stress and allow stability (29:30)
Why we should make a conscious effort to get outside, especially when we feel stress creep in (39:05)
The brain/gut connection and why it impacts how we feel (46:31)
The importance of authentically answering the question ‘how are you, really?’ and the advantages of talk therapy (55:30)
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@rebeckahprice
@emilyabbate
@hurdlepodcast
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5-MINUTE FRIDAY: In Favor Of Talking To Strangers
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.
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@emilyabbate
@hurdlepodcast
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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 purchase.
JOIN: THE *Secret* FACEBOOK GROUP
SIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle Newsletter
ASK ME A QUESTION: Leave me a voice message, ask me a question, and it could be featured in an upcoming episode!
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Customer Reviews
Refreshing!
Emily’s podcast is a breath of fresh air. As a former Ultramarathon runner and now Ironman Triathlete I appreciate the insights for training for sports. But what caught my eye was the solo travel episode - which I loved.
I used to ravel solo until I got re-married and now my husband loves my travel ideas. Still I travel solo as much as I can and meeting people along the way is incredible.
Always Dropping The Gold of Wisdom
I’ve been listening to this podcast for over a year now, and I can honestly say that there is something new that I learn after every show. There is so much great information that I’ve been able to apply to my life to enhance my quality of living that makes me so grateful for Emily‘s investments into this show. Highly recommend to all of my friends all the time!
A must in my podcast library
I love Hurdle— the podcast, the mindset, and the community. Running (and life) can feel isolating and Hurdle is one way, one part of my weekly routine, that makes me feel like my experiences, challenges, the highs and lows, are not mine alone.
Emily has a wealth of knowledge herself and her guests offer expertise on things that I care about that I am certain I wouldn’t come across elsewhere. As someone who isn’t living in a big city or doesn’t have a bunch of running friends, Hurdle was a well appreciated find.