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 — h ...
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Welcome to BTS! 🎙️🔥 Go beyond the scores, headlines, and highlight reels—Behind the Sport gives you exclusive access to the untold stories, in-depth analysis, and behind-the-scenes moments from the world of sports. Hosted by Giovanna Scroggins, we bring you expert insights, exclusive interviews, and deep dives into the biggest events, athletes, and trends shaping the game.
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🎙️ Episode 17 - 14 Marathons n Counting: Emily Abbate’s Powerful Story of Wellness, Hurdles & Hustle
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54:56What does it take to transform your life—mentally, physically, and emotionally? Meet Emily Abbate: 14-time marathoner, top wellness coach, former SELF Magazine editor, and host of the wildly popular podcast Hurdle. In this inspiring interview, Emily opens up about: ✔️ The pivotal moment that sparked her transformation ✔️ What 14 marathons have taug…
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366. Riding The Wave: Embracing Life As A New Mom & How To Give 100% Of Whatever's In The Tank With Surfer Carissa Moore
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50:43Carissa 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 gold)—she’s taken a step back from competing regularly on the tour—to become a mom. In this week’s episode, Moore talks about what it was like to compete in Paris at 9 weeks pregnant (and keeping that …
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When did we get here? Plus: Answering a listener question about weak hips. SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast JOIN: The Daily Hurdle IG Channel…
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365. Testing Your Limits: Ash Pryor Talks Owning Your Sexy, Healthy Selfishness & Rowing Her Way To Peloton
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1:05:24Sitting 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 about how she maintains a positive mindset, feels like her most strong and confident self, and the importance of staying true to your gut. She opens up about what it's like for her to teach and live as …
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5-MINUTE FRIDAY: Can You Break It Up Into Little Doables?
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7:24A takeaway from my workout earlier this week, plus answering a listener question on playlists tied to different methods of sweat. SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast JOIN: …
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🎙️ Episode 16 - Rick Barry Unfiltered: NBA Legend on His Legacy & Today’s Game
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54:56NBA Hall of Famer Rick Barry joins us for a raw, unfiltered conversation about his legendary career, why he still doesn’t get the respect he deserves, and how the modern NBA compares to the game he dominated. 🏆 From leading the NCAA, ABA, and NBA in scoring to winning a championship with the Golden State Warriors, Barry’s legacy is unmatched — and …
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364. [SOLO] Dare to Grow: How to Set & Conquer Uncomfortable Goals
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36:09This week I'm diving into one of my favorite topics: Setting and achieving uncomfortable goals. We all naturally gravitate toward comfort and predictability, but what if the most transformative experiences lie just beyond that cozy zone? In this solo, I'm unpacking what "uncomfortable goals" truly are – not impossible feats, but those aspirations t…
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5-MINUTE FRIDAY: Slow Down, Smell The Roses & Celebrate Yourself
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8:20BIG MOOD this week! Talking about the importance of taking a beat to celebrate the journey, and answering a listener question about my journaling practice. SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast JOI…
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🎙️ Episode 15 - Inside the FIRST-EVER Arlington INDYCAR Grand Prix 🏁 | President Tells All
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54:56History is being made in Texas. The first-ever Arlington INDYCAR Grand Prix is here — and we’ve got the inside scoop. In this episode, we sit down with President [Insert Name] of Penske Entertainment to break down how this landmark event came together, what makes Arlington the new racing hotspot, and why this race could become a cornerstone of the …
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🎙️ Episode 14 - Becoming Caitlin Clark: The Truth Behind the Hype 📖
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54:56🎙️ NEW EPISODE: The Rise of Caitlin Clark — Revealed by the Man Who Wrote the Book In this exclusive conversation, we sit down with author and journalist Howard Megdal, who just released Becoming Caitlin Clark, the definitive deep-dive into the roots, rise, and revolution of the WNBA’s newest icon. From her earliest games in Iowa gyms to becoming t…
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363. Going All In: How To Rise To Any Challenge & Let Your Confidence Shine With WNBA Player Sophie Cunningham
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51:31Look up "powerhouse" in the dictionary, and you may just find Sophie Cunningham's photo there. Bringing back this REWIND from July 2023 to celebrate the strong season that we're seeing from Indiana Fever's Sophie Cunningham. The WNBA guard has been a force since she first stepped onto the court at a young age, and she's got some big goals on her ra…
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5-MINUTE FRIDAY: You Have To Have Grace With Yourself, OK?
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9:09Takeaways from a busy week + answering a listener question on how to incorporate multiple goals at one time with your workout routine, specially with running and strength. SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast…
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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'
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1:01:37Ever 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 no such thing. The two podcasters talk about the perks of getting delusional, inspired by runner Faith Kipyegon's Breaking4 attempt in Paris, and then home in on the particulars on Madeline's journey: How she…
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5-MINUTE FRIDAY: The Benefits To Being Curious
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7:00Talking about curiosity and why I'm gearing up to be a bit more inquisitive. Plus: Answering a listener question on my favorite routines. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE Pillar Performance Creatine & Collagen: Use "HURDLE" at TheFeed.com for 15% off! SOCIAL @emilyabbate …
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🎙️ Episode 13 - Why Phillies Fans Might Be the Most Loyal (and Wild) in Baseball
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54:56In Episode 13 of Behind the Sport, we sit down with author and Philly sports lifer Kevin Reavy to unpack what makes Philadelphia Phillies fans the most fiercely loyal, brutally honest, and emotionally invested fan base in Major League Baseball. From heartbreaks to home-field advantage, Kevin shares stories from his new book that captures the spirit…
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361. A Winning Playbook: Elle Duncan On How To Design Your Dream Life, Stand In Your Power & Catch A Vibe
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1:02:05Sportscaster host Elle Duncan is on Hurdle this week to talk about career trajectory, from local radio to the national spotlight, and how each step shaped her. She opens up about the pivotal moments that taught her to prioritize her well-being over people-pleasing, including a surprisingly positive layoff and the challenges of working in a demandin…
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🎙️ Episode 12 - 25 Years Later: The Tiger Slam’s Untold Stories 🐅⛳
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54:56In Episode 12 of Behind the Sport (BTS), we sit down with Brody Miller, veteran golf writer for The Athletic, to dive into his brand-new book commemorating the 25th anniversary of one of the most iconic achievements in sports history: The Tiger Slam. Tiger Woods did the impossible — winning four consecutive majors across two seasons. Brody breaks d…
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5-MINUTE FRIDAY: The Benefit Of Going Through Hard Times
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7:16Reflecting this week on the difference that a year can make. Plus: Answering a listener question about data overload, our connected generation, and if it's possible to have "too much" of a good thing. OFFERS InsideTracker | Go to InsideTracker.com/Hurdle to and use code "ITHURDLE" to get 20% off. Plus, click to enter to win a free one-year memb…
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360. A Lesson In Confidence: How To Own Your Worth, Embrace Being A Beginner & Tell A Good Story With Lauren Nemeroff
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55:40When 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 Creative, and is the brains behind some of the most eye-catching, thoughtful campaigns behind your favorite athletic brands. This week, I'm stoked to be sitting down with one with Laur, whose become on…
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5-MINUTE FRIDAY: Go After A Goal That Scares You, Trust Me
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10:41Talking about last weekend's After Dark half-marathon, and answering a listener question about how to home in on your why. OFFERS InsideTracker | Go to InsideTracker.com/Hurdle to and use code "ITHURDLE" to get 20% off. Plus, click to enter to win a free one-year membership, the Ultimate Test, and a Healthspan Category Test. SOCIAL …
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359. Becoming Your Best Self: How To Write Your Own Blueprint, Trust Your Gut & Meet The Moment With Coach Diljeet Taylor
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41:54There’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 on young women. But Coach Taylor’s leadership goes well beyond the BYU campus, as a leader for Nike’s Swoosh TC in Utah and a figurehead for women in sport. In today’s episode, she talks about the difficult …
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5-MINUTE FRIDAY: Who's Helping You Rally When Things Feel Hard?
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7:13A 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 big 3-7. intuition. SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast JOIN: …
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🎙️ Episode 11 - F1...UFL...NBA | Three Sports, One Episode
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54:56We’re back with a stacked episode featuring powerful stories, fresh perspectives, and straight-up sports talk: 🔥 Michael Sawyer returns to dive into Fast & Intense (FI) and give us the inside scoop on the new film that’s got fans hyped — action, inspiration, and everything in between. 🏈 Then we sit down with Momo Sanogo, UFL athlete and former Ole …
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358. Everything You Need Is Within You: How To Use Your Breath To Improve Performance & Manage Stress With Kristina Centenari
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1:01:56Fun fact: We breathe approximately 22,000 times per day, and most individuals are only aware of a handful of those breaths. Today, Kristina Centenari — a Tonal and Nike Running coach, as well as breath work facilitator — and I talk about what happens when you take advantage of one of your most important tools, and how becoming more aware of your br…
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5-MINUTE FRIDAY: The Butterfly Effect Is Crazy Because ...
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8:49You've seen everyone sharing videos on the butterfly effect lately on social, right? Talking about how it relates to my life, and answering a listener question about following your intuition. SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast…
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🎙️ Episode 10 - What Playing in the CFL Is REALLY Like 👀 w/ Titus Wall
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54:56In Episode 10 of Behind the Sport (BTS), we sit down with former CFL defensive back Titus Wall for an unfiltered conversation about what it's really like to play professional football in Canada. From the grind of making a roster, to the differences between the CFL and NFL, to what life is like off the field — Titus doesn’t hold back. If you’ve ever…
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357. Championing Women In Sport: How To Take Up Space & Better Support Mothers With Alysia Montaño
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59:03Alysia Montaño has never stood down from a challenge. Making waves when she ran the 2014 USATF Championships at 34 weeks pregnant, the activist, mother, and Olympian wants other women to know that they have value exactly as they are. That's the driving force behind her non-profit, For All Mothers, that aims to eliminate the motherhood penalty — the…
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5-MINUTE FRIDAY: You Don't Have To Go It Alone, OK?
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7:26Talking 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 versus Whoop. SOCIAL @emilyabbate @hurdlepodcast JOIN: The Dai…
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🎙️ Episode 9 - NBA Playoff Chaos & Inside the Life of an NFL Agent
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54:56In this episode of Behind the Sport, we’re bringing the heat from the hardwood to the front office! 🔥 First up, our hoops insider Niko Bifsas breaks down all the latest 2025 NBA Playoff action — the clutch moments, breakout stars, and which teams have that championship DNA 🏀. Who’s rising? Who’s folding under pressure? Niko’s got all the takes. The…
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🎙️ Episode 8 - From Deion Sanders to Inner Greatness: Jean-Jacques Taylor & Jim Murphy
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54:56In this Behind the Sport (BTS) exclusive, legendary journalist Jean-Jacques Taylor joins the show to talk about his remarkable career, the influence of Deion Sanders, and what Prime Time means—not just to the game, but to his own family. Then, we shift gears with performance coach and best-selling author Jim Murphy, who breaks down the principles b…
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