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Hurdle Emily Abbate
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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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5-MINUTE FRIDAY: How Would It Feel To Ask For Help?
When life gets chaotic, I'm reminded just how strong my support system is. Talking about the conflicting feelings around asking for help, and answering a listener question about strength training.
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@emilyabbate
@hurdlepodcast
OFFERS
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299. For the Love Of Sport: Lindsey Horan On Leading the USWNT, Body Acceptance & Falling In Love With the Process
We are back with season 17 and almost 300 episodes of Hurdle! Kicking off this season is Lindsey Horan, captain of the U.S. women’s national soccer team. She shares her insane story as the first American player to sign a professional contract straight out of high school and travel overseas to play for France. We dive into her early days as a professional athlete, her experience with body shaming and feelings of body acceptance, the moment she got the call to be on the U.S. soccer team, and so much more. We talk about her feelings for the upcoming Olympics in Paris and how a supportive sponsor like Adidas really helps athletes like her make a career playing the sport they love. This conversation is full of gems and there may even be a giveaway in this episode — trust me, you don’t want to miss it.
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
Episode 1, Emily Abbate Creator of Hurdle
IN THIS EPISODE
Lindsey’s feelings about playing back in France where she first started her pro career (5:58)
Why Lindsey decided to forego college to play overseas out of high school and her reflection on the early days of her pro career (6:40)
Her perspective on playing professional sport and body image (11:30)
Why Lindsey is so grateful to have a brand that supports her through the entirety of her career (18:15)
Looking back on getting the call to be on the U.S. women’s national team (21:20)
What balance means to Lindsey and knowing her limits (24:02)
Lindsey’s perspective on what it means to be part of a team and the impact of strong female friendships (31:45)
How it feels to be a woman in sport right now (36:10)
What Lindsey strives to embody as a leader on the U.S. women’s national team (40:30)
A look forward to the Summer Olympics and how Lindsey copes with the pressure that comes with making the roster (46:15)
Lindsey’s current affirmations (58:50)
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@lindseyhoran10
@emilyabbate
@hurdlepodcast
OFFERS
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5-MINUTE FRIDAY: What 'Finding Your Why' Really Means
When your “why” is strong enough, you get into a place where you’re willing to work hard to remove the “but” and the “if.” Some interesting takeaways from an interview I did yesterday here in Paris, and answering a listener question about how I got into podcasting in the first place.
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@emilyabbate
@hurdlepodcast
OFFERS
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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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)
SOCIAL
@domscottrunsa
@emilyabbate
@hurdlepodcast
OFFERS
LMNT | Head to drinklmnt.com/hurdle to get a free sample pack with any purchase
Hyperice | Go to hyperice.com and use code HURDLE15 at checkout for 15% off the entire product suite
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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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@emilyabbate
@hurdlepodcast
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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)
SOCIAL
@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
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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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