Hurdle with Emily Abbate

Kaisa Keranen is a force. Today, she's built a massive business through social media encouraging individuals to move their body and start where they are. But, she hasn't always felt comfortable with her self or stepping in front of the camera. For episode 212, she talks about how her love for sport grew into an interest to learn more, and the singular bootcamp class that changed her entire life. Plus: Keranen gets honest about her battle with depression, a difficult time over the pandemic, and what she's looking forward to most in the months and years to come. SOCIAL @kaisafit @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS Open | Head to WithOpen.com/Hurdle for 30 days free 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! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Reflecting on embracing a lot more "yes," and how it's been paying off for me in recent weeks. (Spoiler: It's been really, really good for me. And necessary. So necessary.) MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Dagne Dover Carry-On Bag Away Bigger Carry-On Suitcase Hurdler Nomination Form for the Weekly Hurdle Feature SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast 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! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Self-care is important, but it's easy to neglect it when life feels hectic. That's where Dr. Michelle Segar, an award-winning researcher at the University of Michigan and health coach with almost thirty years, comes into the picture. Michelle's talking to us about the four disruptors that can threaten your wellbeing, including temptation, rebellion, accommodation, and perfection. Plus: How to navigate these disruptors to better stick to a plan that works for you. SOCIAL @michellesegar @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE The Joy Choice OFFERS Goodr | Head to Goodr.com/Hurdle and use "HURDLE15" for 15% off 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! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I loved the opportunity to sit down with Harper earlier this month. As a gay, African-American ballet dancer, he’s really making waves. He says in today's episode that he’s really hoping to open doors for the next generation and inspire them to try whatever makes them excited. We talk about his upbringing, coming out to his parents at 14, and working hard to become a star within the world of ballet (and paving his way in the social media space). He also shares his journey, opens up about the fears and hurdles he’s faced along the way, and how that fear is good and helpful at times. In his opinion if you’re scared to face something head on  — it’s not something to run from. Instead, remember that fear can be your teacher. SOCIAL @harperwatters @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Harper Strutting on the Treadmill In Heels OFFERS Goodr | Head to Goodr.com/Hurdle and use "HURDLE15" for 15% off LMNT | Head to drinkLMNT.com/hurdle to get a free sample pack of eight flavors with your purchase InsideTracker | Head to InsideTracker.com/Hurdle for 20% off 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! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The beginning of another training cycle is here, and this one feels exciting, nerve-wracking, and especially special after not being able to show up and toe the London Marathon starting line last year. Talking about accepting where I am and working with what I've got in today's episode, and answering a listener question about if I'll always be a New York or Nowhere kind of woman. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Hurdler Nomination Form for the Weekly Hurdle Feature SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast 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! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Plantar fasciitis. Achilles pain. Strains. Sprains. Foot problems are the absolute worst, which is why today I'm talking with Dr. Emily Splichal, a New York City Podiatrist, Human Movement Specialist, and CEO of Naboso technology. We’re chatting about all of your hot foot questions, from what to do about plantar fasciitis and how to treat it (and even prevent it), plus rapping about achilles pain, stress fractures, bruised toenails, and so much more. Have more foot questions? Hit me with a listener question and get it answered in an upcoming 5-MINUTE FRIDAY episode. SOCIAL @dremilydpm @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS InsideTracker | Go to InsideTracker.com/Hurdle to get 20% off the entire InsideTracker store Open | Head to WithOpen.com/Hurdle for 30 days free 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!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today I’m talking with Nikki Hiltz, professional runner and recently named lululemon global ambassador! There’s so much to unpack with Nikki — their experience with ending a contract, which resulted in selling Track Club T-shirts, selecting their new sponsor and so much more. We dive into Nikki’s focus on having a sponsor that supports their next move - including the first ever in-person Pride 5K event. We also talk through Nikki’s experience with coming out as gay in 2016 and transgender in 2021, including the different reactions that came with both experiences. I so appreciated Nikki’s openness and perspective, one that will help so many stepping into their truest selves and trust their gut during even the toughest #hurdlemoments SOCIAL @nikkihiltz @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS Goodr | Head to Goodr.com/Hurdle and use "HURDLE15" for 15% off LMNT | Head to drinkLMNT.com/hurdle to get a free sample pack of eight flavors with your purchase Open | Head to WithOpen.com/Hurdle for 30 days free 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!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I recently made a big decision, one that I'm sharing with y'all today on the show. TLDR; It isn't always easy to prioritize your wants and needs, but you'll never, ever regret doing it.  MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Hurdler Nomination Form for the Weekly Hurdle Feature SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast 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!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If there's anything that Tayshia Adams is familiar with, it's a hectic schedule. I'm catching up with the former Bachelorette today to chat about how she manages to find the time to prioritize her health and wellbeing. We talk about best-practice tips, from wardrobe to ~how~ you sweat, plus she sheds some light on what it was like for her to tackle her first marathon in 2021 as well as her excitement over her new ASICS campaign, Live Uplifted. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Hurdler Nomination Form for the Weekly Hurdle Feature SOCIAL @tayshia @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS Goodr | Head to Goodr.com/Hurdle and use "HURDLE15" for 15% off Open | Head to WithOpen.com/Hurdle for 30 days free 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! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Season TEN, what is going on! Excited to welcome Ty Haney to the show to kick things off. In 2013, she was a 24-year-old Parsons School of Design grad living in New York, pitching investors on the idea for her approachable activewear idea called Outdoor Voices. Quickly, the brand caught on and became way more than just apparel. It became a lifestyle choice of #doingthings. After 7+ years of building, the Colorado native stepped down, but it wasn't long before she was back to her entrepreneurial  roots with Try Your Best, a first of its kind, Web3 community platform where brands and fans build and win together.  For episode 209, we're talking about it all: What it felt like to walk away from O.V., how movement is an imperative part to her creative process, and why we should ALL be thinking about Web 3. Plus: WHAT is Web 3 (in language that we can all understand), as well as the ins and outs of Joggy — a line of plant-based energetics aimed at offering that euphoric "runner's high" feeling on demand. SPECIAL OFFER JOGGY | Get 15% off Joggy HERE or by using "HURDLE" at checkout at getjoggy.com SOCIAL @ty_haney @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS AG1 by Athletic Greens | Head to AthleticGreens.com/hurdle to get 5 free travel packs and a year's supply of vitamin D with your first purchase InsideTracker | Head to InsideTracker.com/Hurdle to get 20% off the entire store LMNT | Head to drinkLMNT.com/hurdle to get a free sample pack of eight flavors 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! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.