Hurdle with Emily Abbate

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: Give Yourself Some Credit

01 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Yesterday I got to sit down with the "Quad God", Ilia Malinin. Reflecting on that event—and a specific question about whether or not I have a ma...

Finding The Fun: Jess McClain On Her American Record At The 2026 Boston Marathon, Incremental Gains & The Future Of Women’s Distance Running

28 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Hurdle, host Emily sits down with professional runner Jess McClain fresh off her monumental performance as the top American fi...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: Who’s Really In Control?

24 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Talking about how to focus on feel versus external data and validation. Plus: Answering a question about the best shoes to wear for a HYROX. MENTIONED...

Beyond the Highlights: Sarah Spain On Hosting the First Daily Women's Sports Podcast, Rejecting 'Sanitized' Coverage & The Power Of Gratitude

21 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week's guest is a true powerhouse in the sports media landscape: Sarah Spain. An Emmy, Gracie, and Peabody Award-winning journalist, Sarah spent ...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: A Draft, A Summit & Jury Duty

17 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

What a week! Recapping, talking jury duty, a fun run of a 5K, and answering a listener question about my latest workhorse sneaker, the Pegasus 42. SOC...

Style Meets Sport: Jasmine Caccamo On Styling Your Favorite Athletes, How To Dress For Your Body Type & The 'Figure It Out' Mentality

14 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Hurdle, I’m sitting down with Jasmine Caccomo, an entrepreneur and elite personal stylist who has spent over 15 years redefining th...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: Flexibility in Every Season

10 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Diving into the highs and lows of the Scottsdale trip for the Final Four. Plus: How what started as an ambitious plan for a high-mileage run along the...

Pioneering the Path: Laila Edwards On the Power of Representation, Winning Gold with Team USA Hockey & How to Stay Even-Keeled

07 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week Emily's sitting down with Laila Edwards, a true pioneer in the world of women’s hockey. Edwards recently made history as the first Bla...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: What’s the Best That Could Happen?

03 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This episode, I'm talking about my spontaneous decision to go to Phoenix for the NCAA Final Four! As a proud UConn alum, I couldn’t pass up the ...

Courtside Confidence: Andraya Carter On Building a Career At ESPN, The Importance Of Being Present & Authentic Storytelling In Sports

31 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Andraya Carter knows a thing or two about resilience and reinvention. After three ACL injuries cut her basketball playing career short, the University...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: A $14,000 Act of Self-Love

27 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Emily shares an update following her egg retrieval procedure on Tuesday. She discusses the physical and emotional transition from the procedure to rec...

Curiosity Over Fear: Anna Gibson On Her Journey To The 2026 Winter Olympics, Life As A Multisport Athlete & Joy As A Renewable Resource

24 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this week’s episode, Emily’s sitting down with Anna Gibson, a powerhouse athlete who is truly redefining what it means to be well-round...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: Life As a Series Of Intervals

20 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Emily shares how she’s feeling during the final phases of preparation for her egg retrieval, and how she's been making an effort to b...

Beyond The Box: Haley Adams Talks Handling Expectations, Lessons From 10+ Years Of CrossFit & The Reason For Her Gap Year

17 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Haley Adams is back. After a ten-year career in CrossFit that started when she was just 14 years old, the 2018 Fittest Teen on Earth took a much-neede...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: Surrendering To The Process May Not Be Easy — But It's Essential

13 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Today I’m getting real about a lesson I’ve been learning the hard way lately: you don't always know what you need until you need it. ...

Beyond the Board: Olympic Gold Medalist Caroline Marks On The Evolution Of Women's Surfing, Befriending Fear & The Power Of Taking A Break

10 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Emily sits down with Olympic Gold Medalist and World Champion surfer Caroline Marks. Fresh off the premiere of her new film Now Days, ...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: Talking Big Goals Into Existence With My Whole Chest

06 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Talking about owning the things that I'm good at and surrendering to the things that I cannot control. Plus: Answering a listener question on what to ...

Everything is Figure-outable: Alexandria Gilleo On Doing Glam For Your Favorite Athletes, The Importance Of A Morning Routine & Answering Your Burning Makeup Questions

03 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Emily sits down with Alexandria Gilleo, a celebrity makeup artist and wellness entrepreneur who has worked with icons like Sue Bird, Ali Kr...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: Stop Qualifying Your Struggle

27 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Reflecting this week on a recent realization about the "disclaimer trap"—the habit of minimizing our own struggles or joys by comparing them to ...

A New Chapter: Becs Gentry On Her HOKA Partnership, How To Protect Your Peace & Setting Priorities Without Guilt

24 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week, I’m sitting down with the incredible Becs Gentry. Many of you know her as a powerhouse Peloton instructor, but she is stepping i...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: What's Your Burnout Strategy?

20 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Talking about how I navigate a blizzard of thoughts, and the coping strategies I use to negate burnout. Plus: Answering a listener question about lean...

Taking Back Control: Skier Jessie Diggins On Pushing Through The Pain Cave, Navigating Recovery & Her Final Olympic Run

17 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week, we're sharing an episode from Olympic medalist and cross-country skiing legend Jessie Diggins, which originally aired in 2025. Jessie opens...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: How To Create a Boundary Without Guilt

13 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This week, I'm reflecting on the empowering act of setting boundaries and challenging the common perception of boundaries as "walls," — reframin...

The Art of Storytelling: Documenting the World's Greatest Endurance Athletes & Why Every Milestone Matters With Documentary Photographer Aisha McAdams

10 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Aisha McAdams—photographer, filmmaker, and former competitive runner—shares her journey of navigating the transition fro...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: From Catastrophe To Curiosity

06 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Emily's talking about how she navigated a recent unexpected hurdle and the looming pressure of Valentine’s Day. She shares a pe...

The Power Of Experience: Finding Harmony Over Balance, Scaling a $2 Billion Brand & The Future of High-Performance Footwear with HOKA's Erika Gabrielli

03 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of Hurdle, Emily sits down with Erika Gabrielli, the Vice President of Global Marketing at HOKA. Erika shares the story of HOKA’...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: On Choosing Hope When You're Tired

30 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Talking about the power of a reset, and answering a listener question about how to handle "no" and think of it as redirection. SOCIAL@emilyabbate@hurd...

Choosing The Narrative: Meditation Teacher Megan Monahan on Meeting Health Challenges With Grace, Breathwork for Stress & Unmasking Trauma Responses

27 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when your body, the very thing you've spent nearly two decades teaching others to harmonize with, begins to fail you in a way you never ...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: The Power of the Micro-Win

23 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

How are you looking at the small wins in your day-to-day, and are you even noticing them at all? Plus: Answering a listener Q about being gentle with ...

Trusting the Process: Lexi Rodriguez on Quiet Leadership, The Reality of NIL & Finding Your Voice

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

#389! Lexi Rodriguez knows a thing or two about the importance of trusting your gut. After famously committing to the University of Nebraska as an eig...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: How To Use Vulnerability As a Productivity Hack

16 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

We all have them: "Monster" tasks on our to-do lists that we avoid for weeks or even months. For 5MF this week, I'm sharing a personal story about how...

[SOLO] The Energy Audit: How To Protect Your Most Precious Asset, Identify Leaks & Strengthen Your Resilience Muscle

13 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Listen to this episode, and upgrade your quality of life in 2026. In this week's podcast, Emily dives deep into a concept she calls Energy ROI—R...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: Progress Is Never Linear

09 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

At the gym this week, had myself a lesson in not being so hard on myself and appreciating the journey. Plus: Answering a listener question about what ...

387. The Pursuit of Purpose: Gabby Thomas On How To Block Out External Critics, Curate Your Internal Dialogue & Define Success On Your Own Terms

06 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

How do you transition from the world’s most promising talent to a triple Olympic gold medalist while balancing a Master’s? For Gabby Thoma...

387. The Pursuit of Purpose: Gabby Thomas On How To Block Out External Critics, Curate Your Internal Dialogue & Define Success On Your Own Terms

06 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

How do you transition from the world’s most promising talent to a triple Olympic gold medalist while balancing a Master’s degree? For Gabb...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: What's Your Word For 2026?

02 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

It's about strength for me in 2026, HBU? Also: Answering a listener question about my credentials for doing a closet purge, and how to choose what sta...

386. From Heartbreak to World Champion: How To Navigate Expectations, Think Forward & Journal Your Way To Success With Heptathlete Anna Hall

30 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When world champion heptathlete Anna Hall broke her foot in 2021, she thought her career might be over at just 20 years old. Today, she's a world cham...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: The Perks Of New Traditions

26 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

As we wrap up the holiday season and look toward the new year, Emily's reflecting on the beauty of long-standing traditions. Now's as good of a time a...

385. Stronger Than You Think: On Resilience & Redefining What's Possible With 2X Paralympic Medalist & Shark Attack Survivor Ali Truwit

23 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ali Truwit didn't know if she would survive. Shortly after graduating from Yale, where she was a competitive swimmer, she was on vacation when she was...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: Do This Essential Self-Audit Before 2026

19 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Taking some time to relax and reflect before the new year this weekend, and sharing a helpful exercise I do twice a year. Plus: Answering a listener q...

384. Beyond Calories: Ditching Diet Culture to Heal Your Gut and Fuel Your Life With Best-Selling Author Elyse Kopecky

16 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week on Hurdle, Emily is joined by Elyse Kopecky—three-time New York Times best-selling author, educator, and co-author of the Run Fast, Ea...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: Happiness Hack = Don't Let A Bad Minute Make For a Bad Day

12 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There's a lot going on right now, and I'm catching you all up on what's happening with me and the stuff I've been navigating this week. Plus: Answerin...

383. Trust Your Gut: The Importance Of Embracing The Unknown & Vulnerable Leadership With Seema Simmons, GM Of Nike Running for North America

09 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, I’m sitting down with Seema Simmons, the General Manager of Running for North America at Nike. Seema’s path to the this role, 2...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: I Finally Did It. I Left My Laptop On The Plane.

05 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Well, it was bound to happen sooner or later. Sharing the lessons in the aftermath of an unfortunate mistake earlier this week, plus answering a liste...

382. Fail Forward, Lead Better: 4X Olympian Jordan Larson On The Power Of A Goldfish Mindset, All Things LOVB & The Importance Of Empathy In Sport & Life

02 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week, Emily's sitting down with Olympic Gold Medalist, professional volleyball player, founding athlete for League One Volleyball, and co-owner o...

[BONUS] Beyond the Finish Line: Des Linden & Molly Huddle On Redefining Success in Running & Life, LIVE From Every Woman's Marathon

29 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Special episode popping into your feed today, live from Every Woman's Marathon, featuring Molly Huddle and Des Linden. Huddle's a 2x Olympian, and rec...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: In Favor Of Skipping The (Sanctioned) Turkey Trot

28 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Talking about why it was a good call for me to forgo my annual turkey trot in favor of taking it easy. Also, answering a listener question about hot t...

381: For The Love The Grind: Sara Hall Talks Longevity, Choosing Love Over Fear & Running Her Own Race

25 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

On this week's episode of Hurdle, Emily sits down with professional runner Sara Hall. Sara is an athlete whose longevity, incredible range, and commit...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: A Busy Season Doesn't Mean Ditching Self-Care

21 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Talking about the importance of prioritizing yourself in order to handle when things get crazy, whether that's in a busy work season or the holiday cr...

380. Sticking To The Plan: Kate Martin Talks Her First 2 Years In The WNBA, Best-Practice Recovery Tactics & Seeing Injury As An Opportunity

18 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome Kate Martin to Hurdle! This week on the show, the WNBA player for the Golden State Valkyries and Unrivaled competitor takes us on a deep dive ...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: Trust Me When I Say Good Things Take Time

14 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Talking through the latest changes to Hurdle, what will be different on the listener side, and why this new chapter is just so meaningful to me. On no...

379. ‘I Never Fail’: How To Trust The Timing Of Your Life & Make Every Second Count With Olympic Champion Masai Russell

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Today’s episode's incredibly special. Not only is it the Season 20 premiere of Hurdle, but we're bringing you my conversation with the Amer...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: Repeat After Me: Flexibility Opens Up Opportunity

24 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You don't need to have it all figured out. You do, have to be willing to start, however. Talking about the perks of flexibility in today's epi...

378. Watch the Femmes: How To Handle Disappointment & Foster Community—In Cycling & Beyond With Zwift's Kate Veronneau

21 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When Kate Veronneau started cycling, she was at a low point. Having to stop playing basketball because of one-too-many injuries, she never anticipated...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: Are You Ready To Speak It Into Existence?

17 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If you aren't willing to vocalize what it is that you want, then you don't ~get~ to get it. Talking about that mindset, and what happened for me once ...

[SOLO] 377. The 2025 Chicago Marathon Recap: Embracing The Power Of The Pivot & Chasing My Moonshot

15 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

I didn’t hit my A, B, or C goals for Sunday’s Chicago Marathon—and I may just be better for it. I was on pace for A (3:25!) until around mile 18...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: What Aligned Action Are You Willing To Take Today?

10 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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. Rea...

[SOLO] 376. The Anti-Perfectionism Playbook: How To Turn Your Inner Critic Into a Coach & Embrace Consistency As A Winning Strategy

07 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Have you ever allowed perfectionism to be the thing that prevents you from forward progress? I definitely have. Sharing my perfectionism playbook toda...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: Real Thoughts T-Minus 9 Days From My 16th Marathon

03 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 abou...

375. The Power Of Confidence: On Owning Your Worth & Embracing The Unknown With Gotham FC Co-Owner Emily Tisch Sussman

29 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 demo...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: On Owning Your 'No' & Being (Not So) Selfish

26 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 an...

374. The Runner Behind ‘Runher’: Ashley Mateo Talks Creating a Women’s Running Magazine, Lessons From Injury & The Perks Of Getting Uncomfortable

24 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: That All-Or-Nothing Mentality Isn't The Way

19 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 m...

[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

16 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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, ...

373. Scoring Goals & Taking Names: Lynn Biyendolo On When To Take Advice, How To Be A Good Teammate & Olympic Dreams Come True

15 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 Natio...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: It Can Be Hard ~And~ Doable

12 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

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 ...

372. Don't Call It A Comeback: Keira D’Amato On Becoming An Author & Stepping Into Her Power On The Run & In Life

10 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

SPECIAL EPISODE! Guys! Keira’s book, Don't Call It A Comeback, is officially on the shelves! Had a moment to catch up with friend of the show an...

371. Dedication Makes The Difference: What It’s Like To Go All In & The Importance Of Running Your Own Race With Josette Andrews

08 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Living in Boulder and training with the On Athletic Club is better than pro runner Josette Andrews ever anticipated. These days, she lives and breathe...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: A Proper Step Outside Of My Comfort Zone

05 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Well. I wore it. And you know what? The world kept spinning. Confessing something that may surprise you in this week's episode, and answering a li...

370. Uncharted Territory: Preparing For The Race Of A Lifetime & How To Find Your Flow With Marathoner Erika Kemp

01 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

The fastest American-born Black female marathoner. What a title, one earned when Erika Kemp ran a time of 2:22:56 at the 2025 Houston Marathon, and it...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: Focus On The 90%, OK?

29 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Went away this week. Felt anxious about deviating from my routine. I know this to be true: Two things can happen at once. I can be a person who likes ...

369. A New Era For Women's Sports: How To Create Buzz & Follow Your Instincts With The New York Liberty's Chief Brand Officer Shana Stephenson

25 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Shana Stephenson had her dream job at ESPN years ago. Now, she has her dream job—again. As the New York Liberty's Chief Brand Officer, Stephenso...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: You Can't Rush A Good Thing (Trust Me, It's Coming)

22 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

FINALLY! The moment I've been waiting for. Plus: Answering a listener question on numb toes (seriously).SOCIAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

368. Riding With Purpose: How To Define Success, Trust Your Gut & Build Self-Worth With 2X Olympic Gold Medalist Kristen Faulkner

18 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Kristen Faulkner won two gold medals for cycling at the 2024 Olympics, less than eight years after starting riding competitively. That in itself is an...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: What Are You Willing To Do About It?

15 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

If it doesn't feel good, then it's up to you to make a change. And if you don't make a change? Then you only have yourself to blame. Also:...

367. More Than Enough: Sunny Choi On Her Path to Breaking At The Olympics, The Power of Self-Belief & Embracing Second Chances

11 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

From the age of three, Sunny Choi dreamt of going to the Olympics. She thought that it would be for gymnastics, but she made the difficult decision to...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: Your Future Self Thanks You

08 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What are you doing to help your future self?SOCIAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

366. Riding The Wave: Embracing Life As A New Mom & How To Give 100% Of Whatever's In The Tank With Surfer Carissa Moore

04 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Carissa Moore is without-a-doubt one of the best surfers of all time. And after five world championships and two Olympic Games (one where she placed g...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: When Did We Get Here?

25 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When did we get here? Plus: Answering a listener question about weak hips. SOCIAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

365. Testing Your Limits: Ash Pryor Talks Owning Your Sexy, Healthy Selfishness & Rowing Her Way To Peloton

21 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sitting down with Ash Pryor is like sitting down with burst of good energy. Brought the Peloton rowing instructor into the studio this week to talk ab...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: Can You Break It Up Into Little Doables?

18 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A takeaway from my workout earlier this week, plus answering a listener question on playlists tied to different methods of sweat.SOCIAL⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

364. [SOLO] Dare to Grow: How to Set & Conquer Uncomfortable Goals

14 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This week I'm diving into one of my favorite topics: Setting and achieving uncomfortable goals. We all naturally gravitate toward comfort and pred...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: Slow Down, Smell The Roses & Celebrate Yourself

11 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

BIG MOOD this week! Talking about the importance of taking a beat to celebrate the journey, and answering a listener question about my journaling prac...

363. Going All In: How To Rise To Any Challenge & Let Your Confidence Shine With WNBA Player Sophie Cunningham

07 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Look up "powerhouse" in the dictionary, and you may just find Sophie Cunningham's photo there. Bringing back this REWIND from July 2023 to celebrate t...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: You Have To Have Grace With Yourself, OK?

04 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Takeaways from a busy week + answering a listener question on how to incorporate multiple goals at one time with your workout routine, specially with ...

362. Being Delusional Is A Good Thing: How To Garner Self-Belief & The Perks Of Setting Big Goals With Madeline Hill Of 'The Sports Gossip Show'

30 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Ever wondered if you were dreaming too big? On this week's episode of Hurdle, Emily and Madeline from The Sports Gossip Show say that there's ...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: The Benefits To Being Curious

27 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Talking about curiosity and why I'm gearing up to be a bit more inquisitive. Plus: Answering a listener question on my favorite routines.MENTIONED...

361. A Winning Playbook: Elle Duncan On How To Design Your Dream Life, Stand In Your Power & Catch A Vibe

23 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Sportscaster host Elle Duncan is on Hurdle this week to talk about career trajectory, from local radio to the national spotlight, and how each step sh...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: The Benefit Of Going Through Hard Times

20 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Reflecting this week on the difference that a year can make. Plus: Answering a listener question about data overload, our connected generation, and if...

360. A Lesson In Confidence: How To Own Your Worth, Embrace Being A Beginner & Tell A Good Story With Lauren Nemeroff

17 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

When I met Lauren three years ago, she was on an entirely different career path. Fast forward to today: She owns her own creative agency, Flow State C...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: Go After A Goal That Scares You, Trust Me

13 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Talking about last weekend's After Dark half-marathon, and answering a listener question about how to home in on your why.OFFERS InsideTracker | ...

359. Becoming Your Best Self: How To Write Your Own Blueprint, Trust Your Gut & Meet The Moment With Coach Diljeet Taylor

09 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There’s something beyond special about coach Diljeet Taylor; as the head of BYU’s women’s track and field program, she’s made a massive impact...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: Who's Helping You Rally When Things Feel Hard?

06 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

A lesson from a tough Wednesday morning workout. Plus: Answering a listener question about what I wish I knew at 27 now that I'm officially the bi...

358. Everything You Need Is Within You: How To Use Your Breath To Improve Performance & Manage Stress With Kristina Centenari

02 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Fun fact: We breathe approximately 22,000 times per day, and most individuals are only aware of a handful of those breaths. Today, Kristina Centenari ...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: The Butterfly Effect Is Crazy Because ...

30 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

You've seen everyone sharing videos on the butterfly effect lately on social, right? Talking about how it relates to my life, and answering a list...

357. Championing Women In Sport: How To Take Up Space & Better Support Mothers With Alysia Montaño

27 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Alysia Montaño has never stood down from a challenge. Making waves when she ran the 2014 USATF Championships at 34 weeks pregnant, the activist, moth...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: You Don't Have To Go It Alone, OK?

23 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Talking about the power of community and how we don't have to be so strong all of the time. Plus: Answering a listener question on Oura Ring versu...

356. Owning Your Narrative: How To Navigate Burnout & Adopt A Healthier Inner Dialogue With Liz Beecroft, LCSW

19 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Join Emily as she welcomes back Liz Beecroft, LCSW, for a powerful conversation about the mental and emotional landscape of pursuing a healthier lifes...

5-MINUTE FRIDAY: The Harmful Potential Of The Word 'Should'

16 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Just because someone else does something doesn't mean you should. Talking about an impactful conversation I had this week with Liz Plosser of Best...

355. Does Your Diet Suck? Building A Better Relationship With Food & Debunking Nutrition Noise With Zoë Rom & Kylee Van Horn, RDN

12 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Emily sits down with Zoe Rom and Kylee Van Horn, RDN, the best friend duo behind the ⁠Your Diet Sucks ⁠podcast. They do a deep di...