Hurdle with Emily Abbate

The should-be day for the 2020 Boston Marathon, the perfect time to release my conversation with pro runner, two-time Olympian, and 2018 Boston champ, Des Linden. These days, she’s without a doubt leading the charge in American women’s distance running, and in episode 104 we talk about how she got there. Growing up in San Diego and then running at Arizona State, she knew from a young age that this sport was her sport. Today, she walks me through so many of her major career milestones, the good — including that famous Boston win on the worst weather day ever — and the bad — the London Olympics, a tough second-place finish, and an entire month without lacing up her sneakers in the summer 2017 because it just wasn’t feeling right. Highlights: Her best advice for beginners, the biggest regret she has about this year’s Olympic marathon trials in Atlanta, and what’s next on her radar (!). Spoiler alert: This whiskey lover may need a new pair of Brooks track spikes. SOCIAL @des_linden @hurdlepodcast @emilyabbate OFFERS Beet Elite | My new muscular endurance secret sauce. Exclusive offer for Hurdle listeners! Go to livehuman.com/hurdle and get 20% off your first purchase, no code necessary. Athletic Greens | Head to athleticgreens.com/hurdle to get 20 free travel packs ($79 value) with your first purchase, no code necessary.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to 5-Minute Fridays, a new segment from Hurdle where I share a quick story, offer you a prompt that makes you think, and share a few of my top highlights of the week — whether that’s a podcast, an app, a streaming workout, a quote — you get the idea. PLEASE, let me know what you think. Do you like this? What do you want to hear about? This week: Are you struggling with how things were “supposed” to be? Hey, I feel you. Two months ago, coronavirus wasn't here. I was celebrating Valentine's Day with a glass of wine with my best friend at my favorite restaurant, surrounded by dozens of people. And now? We're wearing masks the moment we walk outside of our homes and can't go within 6 feet of another person. I’m here to tell you that it’s OK to feel let down, sharing a story about something tough I'm going through personally. The catch: Make sure you do this one critical thing, and keep looking forward. PROMPT: What are you grateful for right this very moment? SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE In Search For the Defining Moment by Kate Borowicz for Tempo Journal The Gentleman Emily: The Cookbook Self.com Reebok Nano XSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Wake up. Drink coffee. Procrastinate getting work started. Zoom meeting. Go into the kitchen 12 times. Shower. Houseparty invite. Spend too much time on your phone. Repeat. I’m right there with you: These days feel all sorts of wonky. The good news? Although we may not be as productive as we’d like right now, I’ve found some great strategies to amp up motivation and get through. Today, I’m offering up five strategies to get motivated when you feel blah, and encouraging you to have some kindness with yourself. Plus, talking you through what’s really happening in my apartment — off of social media. SOCIAL @hurdlepodcast @emilyabbate OFFERS Beam | Head to beamtlc.com to get 15 percent off your purchase using the code “HURDLE” at checkout. Athletic Greens | Head to athleticgreens.com/hurdle to get 20 free travel packs ($79 value) with your first purchase, no code necessary. Daily Harvest | Go to DailyHarvest.com and enter promo code “HURDLE25” at checkout to get $25 dollars off your first box. LinkedIn Jobs | Find the right person for your business TODAY with LinkedIn Jobs. Get $50 off your first job post by visiting linkedin.com/hurdle, no code necessary. Power Dot | Go to PowerDot.com and use the code “HURDLE” at checkout for 20% off. Beet Elite | My new muscular endurance secret sauce. Exclusive offer for Hurdle listeners! Go to livehuman.com/hurdle and get 20% off your first purchase, no code necessary.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On an October morning in 2005, Gabby Bernstein was sitting on her apartment floor still under the influence from the night before when it hit her like a ton of bricks: She had to make a change. Fast forward almost 15 years later, the then nightlife publicist is now a new mom, New York Times bestselling author, and renowned public speaker, helping people everywhere to walk their own spiritual path. I’m so excited to bring you this long-awaited conversation, which dives into Gabby’s journey of finding herself and empowering others. We chat about her newest book Super Attractor: Methods for Manifesting a Life beyond Your Wildest Dreams, and she opens up about a more recent #hurdlemoment that had her struggling with postpartum depression and anxiety. She also talks to me about the concept of sleep hygiene, and shares her two best tips for anyone struggling with addiction. IMPORTANT: If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, there is help for you. You are not alone. Call the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration national helpline at 1-800-662-HELP, or find more information on their website samhsa.gov/find-help. SOCIAL @gabbybernstein @hurdlepodcast @emilyabbate MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Anxiety Relief Workshop Positive Energy Meditation  OFFERS Athletic Greens | Head to athleticgreens.com/hurdle to get 20 free travel packs ($79 value) with your first purchase, no code necessary. Daily Harvest | Go to DailyHarvest.com and enter promo code “HURDLE25” at checkout to get $25 dollars off your first box. Power Dot | Go to PowerDot.com and use the code “HURDLE” at checkout for 20% off.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to 5-minute Fridays, a new segment that I’m bringing to you weekly in this new “normal.” My goal with this quick episode is to share a story, offer you a prompt that makes you think, and share a few of my top highlights of the week — whether that’s a podcast, an app, a streaming workout, a quote — you get the idea. PLEASE, let me know what you think. Do you like this? What do you want to hear about? PROMPT: Set a timer for 3 to 5 minutes and write down as many things as you can that make you happy. What are you grateful for? What in your life brings you joy, no matter how big or small? SOCIAL @hurdlepodcast @emilyabbate MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE My new desk from Wayfair (* not sponsored! *) Gopher Performance: Dumbbells and kettlebells still in stock Good Good No Added Sugar Keto-Friendly Chocolate Hazelnut Spread #HURDLEMOMENT: How to Be Alone & Be OK With It Masks for the Masses Adam Rosante’s Gym Class Aliphine Tuliamuk’s Etsy Shop Hurdle on SpotifySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There is no such thing as "normal" right now. Some days may feel easy breezy and others feel like you're about to summit Everest. You are NOT alone. Today, I'm chatting up the strategies I've been using to counteract stress and overwhelm, and how to stay positive when — TBH — there's a lot of negativity lingering around at the moment. I also give feedback on my social media cleanse from the weekend, which may have been the best thing I've done so far in 2020. SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week I am chatting with Joe Yoon, better known to his 1.3 million Instagram followers @JoeTherapy. He’s a certified personal trainer and  licensed massage therapist, and his client roster includes everyone from Olympic gold medalists and NFL Pro Bowl players to championship bodybuilders. In episode 102, we chat about how getting kicked out of his major in college inspired him to become a fitness professional. We also touch on exactly how he managed to turn that #hurdlemoment into motivation for a major career shift. He talks to me about his newest chapter as an author (check out Better Stretching on Amazon), and the important strategies he uses to combat impostor syndrome and negativity. SOCIAL @JoeTherapy @hurdlepodcast @emilyabbate OFFERS Athletic Greens | Head to athleticgreens.com/hurdle to get 20 free travel packs ($79 value) with your first purchase, no code necessary. LinkedIn Jobs | Find the right person for your business TODAY with LinkedIn Jobs. Get $50 off your first job post by visiting linkedin.com/hurdle, no code necessary.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

I went on a quick run yesterday morning. On that run, I marinated on how I would feel if tomorrow I was told I couldn’t go out anymore. If tomorrow, I found out I had to stop being a “runner,” at least for a bit. It got me thinking, how are we evolving during this time? What am I, aside from the labels that are in my Instagram bio? Who is it that I WANT to be? Prompt: How do you define yourself? This is bigger than your occupation or your hobbies. Talk to me about your values and your character. SOCIAL @hurdlepodcast @emilyabbate MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Gabby Bernstein’s Anxiety Workshop Journey to the Heart by Melanie Beattie Cleo Wade’s Heart Talk Runner’s World: How to Respect Social Distancing on Crowded Routes Wayfair Arcade Leaning DeskSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More than ever, people are taking to the streets and trails to try to get in some exercise. As of now, the experts say that if you’re practicing social distancing and exercising SOLO — it’s OK to run outside. In today’s #hurdlemoment, I talk about my why for continuing to run outdoors, and I address the concerns that Hurdlers are sending me via DM and email. I also offer up best-practice tips for newer runners, including how far you should (or shouldn’t) be going, what sneakers to wear, and how to connect with other runners — even though you’re doing the act physically alone. I also offer up my secret to staying motivated when the run feels blah, and finish things off by answering a few listener questions. SOCIAL @hurdlepodcast @emilyabbate OFFERS Beam | Head to beamtlc.com to get 15 percent off your purchase using the code “HURDLE” at checkout. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE SPECIAL EPISODE: Is It Safe to Run Outside & Your Coronavirus Questions Answered Saje Wellness Pain Release Bath Salt Episode 80: Gilad Jacobs, CEO NormaTec #HURDLEMOMENT: What Do I Do If My Race Is Canceled or Postponed? #HURDLEMOMENT: 5 Common Mistakes To Avoid  When Buying Running Shoes See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Natalie Kuhn has helped me a lot over the past few weeks, which have been spent mostly alone in my small New York City apartment. Not over the phone or even via text, but rather by taking her class — The Class. As the Vice President of Programming and a founding teacher at Taryn Toomey’s The Class, a “spiritual fitness” experience (Nat’s words, not mine), she does this for a lot of people all around the globe. For episode 101, I’m getting to know her better, and we’re getting deep. Natalie gets super vulnerable about her past, opening up about the unexpected death of her mother and a difficult divorce. She talks about going to therapy and speaking with an intimacy coach. (I was this many years old when I learned that intimacy coaches are a thing.) We also chat about how to handle this new “normal” and manage difficult emotions. This conversation made me feel — hard. I really hope you appreciate it, too. SOCIAL @thisisnatalie @theclass @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast OFFERS Beet Elite | My new muscular endurance secret sauce. Exclusive offer for Hurdle listeners! Go to livehuman.com/hurdle and get 20% off your first purchase, no code necessary. Athletic Greens | Head to athleticgreens.com/hurdle to get 20 free travel packs ($79 value) with your first purchase, no code necessary.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.