

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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Jan 22, 2024 • 50min
286. Skincare 101: Dr. Mamina Turegano Debunks Your Questions On Exfoliating, Retinol, Botox, A Beginner's Ideal Routine & More
This episode topic is a long time coming and I am so excited to bring award-winning, triple board certified dermatologist Dr. Mamina Turegano to the podcast to answer all of your skincare questions. Dr. Mamina is a wealth of knowledge and found success in sharing her smarts with the masses on major social platforms. We cover everything from dermatologist appointments and online prescriptions, to skin cancer in young women, retinol and other age-fighting ingredients to the importance of vitamin D.
TIME STAMPS
What’s changed since Dr. Mamina started sharing her knowledge on major social platforms (4:35)
The pros and cons of being in front of camera and sharing with the masses (5:48)
How regularly someone should see a dermatologist (7:50)
Why someone might want cosmetic dermatology treatments and considerations to (i.e. preventative botox) (11:45)
Debunking the use of sunscreen (or lack thereof) and Vitamin D (16:55)
What you need to start a simple skincare routine (20:10)
A deep dive into exfoliating and why the type of product matters (23:55)
All things retinol - a brief history, best practices, and what to look for (27:05)
Microneedling and why it’s not so scary, or painful! (32:30)
Hyperpigmentation, melasma, and what you can do at home to treat and prevent (36:20)
Online skincare prescriptions - are they legit? (40:12)
Rapid Fire Q/A: Lip fillers, psoriasis, clogged pores, and benefits of red light (41:10)
SOCIAL
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Jan 19, 2024 • 10min
5-MINUTE FRIDAY: Why I Ditched Whole 30 (& Am Better For It)
This day last week, I ditched Whole 30. Today, I'm talking to you about the experience: The highs, the lows, and why I decided that — right now anyway — it's just not the right route for me. Plus: Answering a listener question on solo travel!
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
You Already Have the Answers guided journal
Try Future for 50% off
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Jan 15, 2024 • 54min
285. True Redemption: Ironman World Champion Lucy Charles-Barclay On the Power of Perseverance & Impact of Positive Self-Talk
Lucy Charles-Barclay, an Ironman world champion and Red Bull athlete, shares her inspiring journey of perseverance after four runner-up finishes at the prestigious Kona Championships. She discusses the balance of physical and mental training, emphasizing the significance of a positive mindset and reframing challenges. Lucy opens up about managing injuries, ensuring quality in training, and maintaining personal relationships amid intense commitments. She reflects on her memorable victory and the evolving landscape of women's sports, highlighting the necessity of support and sponsorship.

Jan 12, 2024 • 12min
5-MINUTE FRIDAY: Accepting the Things You Can't Control Is F&!king Hard (But Also, Entirely Possible)
First 5MF of the year! So happy to have the opportunity to catch back up with all of you and talk about the latest over here at Hurdle HQ. Proud of how I've started off 2024, with the exception of an unexpected injury that has me evaluating the importance of letting go of the things I cannot change (and prioritizing what I do have control over — my emotions). Also: Answering a listener question on how to bring excitement to work-from-home life.
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
You Already Have the Answers guided journal
Try Future for 50% off
SOCIAL
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Jan 8, 2024 • 53min
284. Ask a Dietitian: Maya Feller Answers Your Nutrition Questions & Talks Dry January, Whole 30 & More
New year, new eating habits? For many, the turn of the calendar means trying to clean up their diet. Enter dietitian Maya Feller, MS, RD, CDN. She's here today to answer your most popular nutrition questions, including topics like Whole 30, Dry January, and more.
WHAT YOU GET IN THIS EPISODE
Positive ways that we can self reflect (8:30)
The difficulty that comes with tracking food and an alternative way to monitor what you are putting in your body (10:45)
How to think about protein in your daily meals (it's not necessarily about quantity!) (16:08)
The importance of tuning into your personal 'why' when making big nutritional shifts (21:03)
Two tactical actions to help with shiny hair, healthy skin, and whiter eyes (24:02)
How to safely accomplish weight loss while increasing fuel to support training (26:36)
A different perspective on moderation and the '80/20 balance' (32:17)
Alcohol reduction, Dry January, and sober curiosity (35:22)
Why who is in your community really matters (40:17)
The two free things Maya recommends to implement this month to better your health (43:25)
What to keep in mind when taking on a modification diet (i.e. Whole 30) (47:19)
SOCIAL
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OFFERS
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Jan 5, 2024 • 43min
283. Turning the Page: Emma Bates Talks Recovering From Injury & the Power of Perspective
2023 was a year of highs and lows for pro runner Emma Bates, and we're here to do a full recap in the final installment of this week's Turning the Page series. She also shares her theme of the year, proudest and most difficult moments of 2023, her person of the year (hint: It's not Taylor Swift), and something she hopes to do more of in the next 365.
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OFFERS
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Jan 4, 2024 • 53min
282. Turning the Page: Dr. Robin Berzin Answers Your Health Questions & Shares the Transformational Exercise She Does to Start the Year
It's always a good time to get your health questions answered, but the turn of a new year is the perfect time to bring up concerns with your physician — as well. Luckily, Dr. Robin Berzin, founder of Parsley Health, is here to answer some of yours. We cover:
Can anxiety medication impact my workouts?
I've been on ______ medication for a while. How do I know when I should come off of it?
I'm premenopausal. What should I know?
Are there preventive things I should be doing as I get older that are good for my health?
+ more!
Plus, Dr. Berzin offers up her highs and lows of 2023 (bank collapse, anyone?), and the great perspective she's bringing along with her into the next 365.
SOCIAL
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MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
1/9 Goal Setting Workshop
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Jan 3, 2024 • 41min
281. Turning the Page: World Champion Shot Putter Chase Ealey Talks Olympic Dreams & Overcoming Hurdles In Sport
Oh MAN this was fun. Loved the chance to sit back down with Chase Ealey for the third day of our Turning the Page series. We talk about the difficulties that go with "failure," both in and out of sport, and how she's feeling going into this Olympic year. She also shares how she wants to interact with fans and followers in 2024, hoping that they can see her for more than just a World Champion shot put athlete. We also toast to our themes of the year, and Chase gives me a hilarious lesson in millennial terminology because I've clearly been living under a rock.
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Jan 2, 2024 • 36min
280. Turning the Page: Les Alfred of 'Balanced Black Girl' On Why She's Not Setting Goals for 2024
Les Alfred didn't accomplish any of the goals she set for 2023, and she's entirely at peace with that. Adored the opportunity to sit down with one of my friends, Les, host of The Balanced Black Girl podcast for the second installment of the Turning the Page series. In today's episode, we talk about how to set SMART goals, how to avoid unrealistic expectations and putting too much pressure on ourselves, and the cross-country move that changed Les' life for the better. She also shares her theme of the year, proudest and most difficult moments of 2023, her person of the year (hint: It's not Taylor Swift), and something she hopes to do more of in the next 365.
SOCIAL
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Jan 1, 2024 • 41min
279. Turning the Page: Courtney Dauwalter On Embracing the Pain Cave & Lessons From Ultra-Marathon Running
Season 16, 2024, NEW LOOK! Welcome to the next chapter, Hurdlers! Courtney Dauwalter is often referred to as the goat of ultra running. In 2023, she conquered the "gauntlet" of 100-mile races, placing first in Western States 100, Hardrock 100, and the UTMB. In the first installment of 2024's Turning the Page series, she's chatting about the determination it takes not only to show up to do hard things — but keep going when the going gets tough. She also shares her theme of the year, proudest and most difficult moments of 2023, her person of the year (hint: It's not Taylor Swift), and something she hopes to do more of in the next 365.
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