

Hurdle
Emily Abbate
Join veteran journalist and wellness coach Emily Abbate, on Hurdle — a wellness-focused podcast where she talks to inspirational people about everything from their highest highs and toughest moments to essential tips on how to live a healthier, happier, more motivated life. We all go through our fair share of hurdles. Emily's goal through these discussions is to empower you to better navigate yours and move with intention so that you can stride toward your own big potential and of course — have some fun along the way. Tell us: What's your #hurdlemoment?
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Oct 10, 2025 • 7min
5-MINUTE FRIDAY: What Aligned Action Are You Willing To Take Today?
Well, we're finally here. After 16 weeks of training, I'm ready to run marathon No. I've-lost-count. I'm feeling excited. Nervous. Ready. Proud. Talking about the manifestation work I'm doing going into Sunday to take on my next big goal, and answering a listener question about gift giving for runners.SOCIAL@emilyabbate@hurdlepodcastJOIN: The Daily Hurdle IG ChannelSUBSCRIBE TO: The Weekly Hurdle newsletterASK ME A QUESTION: Email hello@hurdle.us, to ask me a question.

Oct 7, 2025 • 28min
[SOLO] 376. The Anti-Perfectionism Playbook: How To Turn Your Inner Critic Into a Coach & Embrace Consistency As A Winning Strategy
Have you ever allowed perfectionism to be the thing that prevents you from forward progress? I definitely have. Sharing my perfectionism playbook today, including three actionable tips to help you let go of how you believe things "should" be in favor of graduating to what you really want.SOCIAL@emilyabbate@hurdlepodcastAG1 | Head to DrinkAG1.com/Hurdle to get a free welcome kit (valued at $75) with 5 free travel packs and a year's supply of D3K2 with your purchase of AG1 next gen.JOIN: The Daily Hurdle IG ChannelSIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle NewsletterASK ME A QUESTION: Email hello@hurdle.us to ask me a question!

Oct 3, 2025 • 8min
5-MINUTE FRIDAY: Real Thoughts T-Minus 9 Days From My 16th Marathon
Oh Dear. Here's where I'm at. Answering a listener question for the entirety of this episode that's actually 12 questions in one, all about where I'm at going into next weekend's Chicago Marathon.SOCIAL@emilyabbate@hurdlepodcastJOIN: The Daily Hurdle IG ChannelSUBSCRIBE TO: The Weekly Hurdle newsletterASK ME A QUESTION: Email hello@hurdle.us, to ask me a question.

Sep 29, 2025 • 1h 1min
375. The Power Of Confidence: On Owning Your Worth & Embracing The Unknown With Gotham FC Co-Owner Emily Tisch Sussman
Emily Tisch Sussman has done a lot of impressive things in her career. Now four seasons in, the former Vice President of Campaigns at the largest democratic think tank in Washington D.C. created She Pivots looking for inspiration to embrace her own. Interviewing big names like Hillary Clinton, Priyanka Chopra, and Sophia Bush (among others) emboldened her to step into her own power, especially as a new mother. In today's episode, Emily talks about embracing her greatness in each chapter, what it was like to become a mother, and learning about her strengths as an interviewer. Plus:How she felt as a dramatic post-baby weight-loss, what her wellness routine looks like today, and how she feels about her newest chapter as co-owner of New York's Gotham FC.SOCIAL@emtsuss@shepivotspodcast@emilyabbate@hurdlepodcastOFFERSLMNT | Go to DrinkLMNT.com/Hurdle to get a free sample pack with your purchaseInsideTracker | Go to InsideTracker.com/Hurdle to and use code "ITHURDLE" to get 20% off.JOIN: The Daily Hurdle IG ChannelSIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle NewsletterASK ME A QUESTION: Email hello@hurdle.us to ask me a question!

Sep 26, 2025 • 10min
5-MINUTE FRIDAY: On Owning Your 'No' & Being (Not So) Selfish
Cocoon life chose me, and she is glorious. Talking about putting myself first and the lessons I've learned about self-care in my thirties, plus answering a listener question about evening routines. SOCIAL@emilyabbate@hurdlepodcastJOIN: The Daily Hurdle IG ChannelSUBSCRIBE TO: The Weekly Hurdle newsletterASK ME A QUESTION: Email hello@hurdle.us, to ask me a question.

Sep 24, 2025 • 59min
374. The Runner Behind ‘Runher’: Ashley Mateo Talks Creating a Women’s Running Magazine, Lessons From Injury & The Perks Of Getting Uncomfortable
For years, veteran journalist and run coach Ashley Mateo was sitting on an idea to start a meaningful print publication covering all things women’s running—including meaningful stories and features. This week, that publication comes to life. In today’s episode of Hurdle, Mateo is talking about stepping outside of her comfort zone to start the publication from scratch, and what it took to bring the idea to life. Plus: What she’s learned from her own experience on the run, how injury has been one of her biggest teachers, and how she defines success now that Runher is in the wild.IN THIS EPISODE(5:08) The true inspiration behind starting Runher(8:06) How creating a print magazine is different today than at the beginning of her career(11:47) The hat that was most enjoyable for Ashley to wear in the creation of this magazine(16:16) Ashley talks about the mental benefits that the sport of running has brought her(21:00) What running 17 marathons has taught Ashley about life(22:30) The tools that empower Ashley to keep the blinders on and focus on her own athlete journey, rather than falling into the comparison trap(30:20) What a difficult injury taught Ashley about the importance of listening to her body(35:25) How Ashley felt about pulling out of a race she had on the calendar this fall(39:15) What Ashley thinks the impact of Runher can be in the media landscape(45:00) How running clubs can be a helpful tool on your running journey(52:40) How does Ashley celebrate her big wins, and what she anticipates it to look and feel like this time aroundSOCIAL@ashleymateo@emilyabbate@hurdlepodcast@runhermagAG1 | Head to DrinkAG1.com/Hurdle to get a free welcome kit (valued at $75) with 5 free travel packs and a year's supply of D3K2 with your purchase of AG1 next gen.JOIN: The Daily Hurdle IG ChannelSIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle NewsletterASK ME A QUESTION: Email hello@hurdle.us to ask me a question!

Sep 19, 2025 • 10min
5-MINUTE FRIDAY: That All-Or-Nothing Mentality Isn't The Way
Flexibility is the name of the game, a reminder this week as I'm doing the best I can to do my work to the best of my ability ~and~ take care of myself and my body. Also: Answering a listener question about going for a costumed 5K.MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEFUTURE: Get 50% off your first month of personal trainingSOCIAL@emilyabbate@hurdlepodcastJOIN: The Daily Hurdle IG ChannelSUBSCRIBE TO: The Weekly Hurdle newsletterASK ME A QUESTION: Email hello@hurdle.us, to ask me a question.

Sep 16, 2025 • 55min
[HURDLE LIVE] Team USA Marathoners Susanna Sullivan, Jess McClain & Erika Kemp Dish On the Race Of a Lifetime, Running In Tokyo's Challenging Humidity & Putting It All Out There
Watching the three women representing Team USA and Brooks put it all on the line over the weekend at the World Championships here in Tokyo on Sunday, September 14, was absolutely wild. Had the awesome opportunity to catch up with Erika Kemp, Jess McClain, and Susanna Sullivan on Monday after the race at the Brooks Hyperion House. We get into it all: The highs, lows, debrief the entire race, and the lessons they learned from a tough 26.2 that they'll bring into their running moving forward.IN THIS EPISODE(3:30) How the women are doing really after their performance over the weekend(6:14) How the temperatures really felt—with humidity above 90%(8:34) How Erika felt to see Jess and Susanna leading the race when she wasn't having the day she hoped for(10:54) How Erika handles a disappointing day and navigates shifting her mindset(13:23) How Susanna's training set her up for the best case scenario on Sunday(17:00) Jess details the benefits of the way the course was laid out in Tokyo(17:46) Jess talks about how she got to be at a place where she felt more comfortable racing and "became her own best friend."(21:58) What it meant to "work" the entire marathon and what tools and fuel were available on the course to try to cool off in the heat(37:05) What does the post-race debrief look like?(39:04) Susanna reflects on an awful race in Budapest at the last World Championships on how she bounced back to stellar performances(45:00) What it looked like post-race in the stadium(52:43) What the girls are all looking forward to nextSOCIAL@jesstonn@susannasullivan4@imtinyrik@emilyabbate@hurdlepodcastJOIN: The Daily Hurdle IG ChannelSIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle NewsletterASK ME A QUESTION: Email hello@hurdle.us to ask me a question!

Sep 15, 2025 • 50min
373. Scoring Goals & Taking Names: Lynn Biyendolo On When To Take Advice, How To Be A Good Teammate & Olympic Dreams Come True
Forward Lynn Biyendolo (who grew to soccer fame under her family name Lynn Williams) knows a thing or two about going for what she wants. As the National Women’s Soccer League’s (NWSL) highest scoring player of all-time, she’s got the grit that it takes to put herself out there, fueled by hard work, a lot of practice, and a strong foundation. In today’s episode, we’re chatting about her big move to Seattle, what it’s like to get started on YouTube with her husband Marley, and reflecting on Olympic dreams come true. Plus: How to know when to take advice, how to channel confidence when you’re feeling a little “meh,” and how she feels about the major changes that have happened within the league since she started playing in 2015.MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEThis Is CookedSeattle ReignSOCIAL@lynnwilliams9@emilyabbate@hurdlepodcastOFFERSLMNT | Go to DrinkLMNT.com/Hurdle to get a free sample pack with your purchaseInsideTracker | Head to Insidetracker.com/Hurder and use code “ITHURDLE” for 20% off. JOIN: The Daily Hurdle IG ChannelSIGN UP: Weekly Hurdle NewsletterASK ME A QUESTION: Email hello@hurdle.us to ask me a question!

Sep 12, 2025 • 10min
5-MINUTE FRIDAY: It Can Be Hard ~And~ Doable
When I tell you that the 20-miler I did in a real-feel of 100 degrees here in Tokyo was one of the most challenging moments of my year, that would be an understatement. Talking about finding the silver lining, what happens when preparation meets luck, and how finishing off a difficult day makes me feel leading into October's big dance. Plus: Answering a listener question about racing sneakers.SOCIAL@emilyabbate@hurdlepodcastJOIN: The Daily Hurdle IG ChannelSUBSCRIBE TO: The Weekly Hurdle newsletterASK ME A QUESTION: Email hello@hurdle.us, to ask me a question.