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 question on how to maintain routines during a hectic holiday season.

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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 question on how to maintain routines during a hectic holiday season.
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Hurdle is where real stories meet next-level ambition. Host, veteran journalist and coach Emily Abbate, interviews the most inspiring women in sports and wellness, peeling back the curtain on their journeys through vulnerable, deep conversation. Learn the secrets to their success, including the grit, glory, and crucial mindset lessons that help her level-up. Each conversation, a powerful reminder that we get to overcome, and embrace each hurdle to live healthier, happier, more motivated lives. New episodes every Tuesday and Friday.

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

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American record holder in the mile and Hoka professional athlete Sinclaire Johnson joins the show to discuss navigating the intense highs, setbacks, and transitions of elite middle-distance running. Sinclaire gets real about rebounding from a misdiagnosed sacral stress reaction, the emotional aftermath of placing fourth at the 2024 Olympic Trials with a personal best, and taking a leap of faith to sign with HOKA. She also breaks down how working with a sports psychologist redefined her inner dialogue from chasing perfection to pursuing excellence, her lap-by-lap tactical mindset during the mile, and her life away from competition—including first-dance choreography and wedding planning with her fiancé and coach, Craig.

IN THIS EPISODE


Navigating Injury & Recovery: Managing the frustration of a misdiagnosed sacral stress reaction and rebuilding base fitness during an off-year.


The 2024 Trials Perspective: Processing the heartbreak of missing the team by one spot while still celebrating a two-second PR.


Coaching & Life Dynamics: What it looks like to be coached by her fiancé, Craig, and how their partnership reignited her joy for training.


The Move to Hoka: Stepping into a major sponsorship shift, collaborating directly on shoe prototypes in Portland, and feeling valued as an athlete.


Excellence Over Perfection: Shifting self-talk, overcoming imposter syndrome on global start lines, and leaning into unfiltered vulnerability on YouTube.


The Anatomy of a Fast Mile: A detailed look inside her race strategy, from staying relaxed through 800m to the physical blur of the final 200m.


Life Off the Oval: Wedding preparations, practicing dance lifts, and staying true to her everyday self.

QUOTABLE MOMENTS

"We’re not striving for perfection, because no one’s perfect. Instead, we’re striving for excellence. How can I be excellent today? How can I be excellent tomorrow?"

"There’s nothing that makes you feel more alive than feeling like you’re going to die on the track."

"Your gut, your intuition, will never lead you astray. If you trust yourself and listen to that inner voice, you’re on the right path."

"I am an ultracompetitive person on the line, but at the end of the day, we put the guard down and celebrate each other. That camaraderie is what makes middle-distance running so special."

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American record holder in the mile and Hoka professional athlete Sinclaire Johnson joins the show to discuss navigating the intense highs, setbacks, and transitions of elite middle-distance running. Sinclaire gets real about rebounding from a misdiagnosed sacral stress reaction, the emotional aftermath of placing fourth at the 2024 Olympic Trials with a personal best, and taking a leap of faith to sign with HOKA. She also breaks down how working with a sports psychologist redefined her inner dialogue from chasing perfection to pursuing excellence, her lap-by-lap tactical mindset during the mile, and her life away from competition&mdash;including first-dance choreography and wedding planning with her fianc&eacute; and coach, Craig.
IN THIS EPISODE
<ul data-path-to-node="2">
<li>
Navigating Injury &amp; Recovery: Managing the frustration of a misdiagnosed sacral stress reaction and rebuilding base fitness during an off-year.
</li>
<li>
The 2024 Trials Perspective: Processing the heartbreak of missing the team by one spot while still celebrating a two-second PR.
</li>
<li>
Coaching &amp; Life Dynamics: What it looks like to be coached by her fianc&eacute;, Craig, and how their partnership reignited her joy for training.
</li>
<li>
The Move to Hoka: Stepping into a major sponsorship shift, collaborating directly on shoe prototypes in Portland, and feeling valued as an athlete.
</li>
<li>
Excellence Over Perfection: Shifting self-talk, overcoming imposter syndrome on global start lines, and leaning into unfiltered vulnerability on YouTube.
</li>
<li>
The Anatomy of a Fast Mile: A detailed look inside her race strategy, from staying relaxed through 800m to the physical blur of the final 200m.
</li>
<li>
Life Off the Oval: Wedding preparations, practicing dance lifts, and staying true to her everyday self.
</li>
</ul>
QUOTABLE MOMENTS
"We&rsquo;re not striving for perfection, because no one&rsquo;s perfect. Instead, we&rsquo;re striving for excellence. How can I be excellent today? How can I be excellent tomorrow?"
"There&rsquo;s nothing that makes you feel more alive than feeling like you&rsquo;re going to die on the track."
"Your gut, your intuition, will never lead you astray. If you trust yourself and listen to that inner voice, you&rsquo;re on the right path."
"I am an ultracompetitive person on the line, but at the end of the day, we put the guard down and celebrate each other. That camaraderie is what makes middle-distance running so special."
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The Mindset of an American Record Holder: Sinclaire Johnson On Building Self-Belief, Mastering The Mile & Trusting Your Gut

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We’re back! In this 5-Minute Friday, Emily gets real about navigating the messy, anxious, and exciting headspace that comes right before leaving for a month-long trip to Australia and running the Sydney Marathon. Between late-night concerts, marathon taper phantom pains, and a packed travel schedule, one big question keeps coming up: How do you keep showing up consistently?

Emily breaks down the two mindset shifts that keep her moving—even when motivation is nowhere to be found. Plus, she answers a listener question about how to achieve the ultimate slicked-back low bun without damaging your hair.

IN THIS EPISODE


Jess Sims on Hurdle


TIGI Bed Head Hair Stick (Wax Stick)

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We&rsquo;re back! In this 5-Minute Friday, Emily gets real about navigating the messy, anxious, and exciting headspace that comes right before leaving for a month-long trip to Australia and running the Sydney Marathon. Between late-night concerts, marathon taper phantom pains, and a packed travel schedule, one big question keeps coming up: How do you keep showing up consistently?
Emily breaks down the two mindset shifts that keep her moving&mdash;even when motivation is nowhere to be found. Plus, she answers a listener question about how to achieve the ultimate slicked-back low bun without damaging your hair.
IN THIS EPISODE
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5-MINUTE FRIDAY: Motivation Follows Action (Not the Other Way Around)

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Peloton favorite, ESPN host, and sideline reporter Jess Sims sits down for an intimate, vulnerable conversation about what it truly means to slow down, listen to your gut, and navigate life’s biggest transitions.

Jess opens up about expanding her broadcast career onto national stages like First Take and College GameDay, how she actively quiets her inner "Gremlin," and why she now filters every new opportunity through the question: “At what cost?” She also shares how she navigated the profound grief of losing her father, what a multi-year injury journey taught her about self-worth and starting over, and the power of embracing neutral self-talk over toxic positivity.

IN THIS EPISODE


Slowing Down & Setting Boundaries: Why Jess is moving away from the "it'll slow down after this project" mentality and how she creates restorative space at her upstate home.


Expanding Her Role at ESPN: Entering her fifth year, making the leap into guest-hosting First Take, and the distinct mindset shift required for live national television debates.


Taming the "Inner Gremlin": Recognizing negative self-talk, separating automatic emotional reactions from intentional responses, and leading with gut instinct.


Aligning Decisions with Your Mission: Rooting choices in core values (health, community, purpose) and learning how Jess's background in education and team sports shaped her lifelong mission to uplift others.


Navigating Difficult Conversations: Why clarity gives you what you need (even if it’s not what you want) and the courage required to live outside the gray area.


Grief, Loss, and Honor: Experiencing the loss of her father, reframing the non-linear nature of grief, and creating space for raw emotion in fitness classes and community spaces.


Reframing Injury as Information: Overcoming a torn meniscus, finding joy in being a beginner again, and keeping identity separate from physical output.


Her Current Training Stack: Transitioning away from marathon training, working with a personal trainer, and balancing discipline with real-life fun.


Neutrality Over Toxic Positivity: How Jess looks in the mirror today, embracing imperfection, and giving herself grace on the days when "positive" feels out of reach.

QUOTABLE MOMENTS

"Becoming is better than being ... there's something about learning that excites me."  

"Clarity gives you what you need, even if it doesn't give you what you want."

"I'm me. I'm never going to be anyone else. Might as well hype myself up in the best way that I can. And if I can't push myself to positive, just keep it to neutral."

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Peloton favorite, ESPN host, and sideline reporter Jess Sims sits down for an intimate, vulnerable conversation about what it truly means to slow down, listen to your gut, and navigate life&rsquo;s biggest transitions.
Jess opens up about expanding her broadcast career onto national stages like First Take and College GameDay, how she actively quiets her inner "Gremlin," and why she now filters every new opportunity through the question: &ldquo;At what cost?&rdquo; She also shares how she navigated the profound grief of losing her father, what a multi-year injury journey taught her about self-worth and starting over, and the power of embracing neutral self-talk over toxic positivity.
IN THIS EPISODE
<ul data-path-to-node="8">
<li>
Slowing Down &amp; Setting Boundaries: Why Jess is moving away from the "it'll slow down after this project" mentality and how she creates restorative space at her upstate home.
</li>
<li>
Expanding Her Role at ESPN: Entering her fifth year, making the leap into guest-hosting First Take, and the distinct mindset shift required for live national television debates.
</li>
<li>
Taming the "Inner Gremlin": Recognizing negative self-talk, separating automatic emotional reactions from intentional responses, and leading with gut instinct.
</li>
<li>
Aligning Decisions with Your Mission: Rooting choices in core values (health, community, purpose) and learning how Jess's background in education and team sports shaped her lifelong mission to uplift others.
</li>
<li>
Navigating Difficult Conversations: Why clarity gives you what you need (even if it&rsquo;s not what you want) and the courage required to live outside the gray area.
</li>
<li>
Grief, Loss, and Honor: Experiencing the loss of her father, reframing the non-linear nature of grief, and creating space for raw emotion in fitness classes and community spaces.
</li>
<li>
Reframing Injury as Information: Overcoming a torn meniscus, finding joy in being a beginner again, and keeping identity separate from physical output.
</li>
<li>
Her Current Training Stack: Transitioning away from marathon training, working with a personal trainer, and balancing discipline with real-life fun.
</li>
<li>
Neutrality Over Toxic Positivity: How Jess looks in the mirror today, embracing imperfection, and giving herself grace on the days when "positive" feels out of reach.
</li>
</ul>
QUOTABLE MOMENTS
"Becoming is better than being ... there's something about learning that excites me." &nbsp;
"Clarity gives you what you need, even if it doesn't give you what you want."
"I'm me. I'm never going to be anyone else. Might as well hype myself up in the best way that I can. And if I can't push myself to positive, just keep it to neutral."
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At What Cost: Jess Sims on Setting Boundaries, Injury Lessons & Embracing Imperfection

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

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