Emily reflects on wrapping up her travels in Australia, leaning into spontaneous "yes" moments, and answering a listener question about her reading routines. She shares what she’s looking forward to most about returning home to New York City (from her own bed to familiar local spots), the gratitude she’s carrying back with her, and how leaning into open-mindedness led to unexpected local connections in Bondi and an impromptu trip up to Noosa to visit Nike coach Lydia O'Donnell.

BOOKS MENTIONED
Dying to Run by Matt Fitzgerald 
The Calamity Club by Kathryn Stockett
Let's Fking Date by Serena Kerrigan

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Emily reflects on wrapping up her travels in Australia, leaning into spontaneous "yes" moments, and answering a listener question about her reading routines.&nbsp;She shares what she&rsquo;s looking forward to most about returning home to New York City (from her own bed to familiar local spots), the gratitude she&rsquo;s carrying back with her, and how leaning into open-mindedness led to unexpected local connections in Bondi and an impromptu trip up to Noosa to visit Nike coach Lydia O'Donnell.
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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 happier, healthier, more motivated lives. New episodes every Tuesday and Friday.

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 happier, healthier, more motivated lives. New episodes every Tuesday and Friday.

Hurdle with Emily Abbate

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.

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: The Power Of 'Why Not Now?'

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What does it truly take to disrupt traditional sports and build an organization that puts female athletes first? In this episode, host Emily Abbate sits down with Kayla Green, Acting President of Athlos, fresh off the heels of the groundbreaking Athlos London meet.

Kayla pulls back the curtain on the decision-making process behind Athlos, from navigating the difficult late-August cancellation of the New York event to protect athletes’ well-being, to creating a high-energy meet culture combining world-class track and field with entertainment, Tiffany & Co. crowns, and record-breaking prize purses. She shares what she learned as employee number three at Angel City FC, why Athlos grants participating athletes equity in the league, and the advice she’d give anyone waiting for permission to take a leap.

IN THIS EPISODE:


The Athlos Formula: How Athlos merges elite competition, entertainment (like DJ Trauma trackside), and culture to make track and field accessible and electric for new and seasoned fans alike [source: 1].


Protecting the Athletes: The transparent conversation behind calling off the late-season New York meet to prioritize athletes’ physical recovery after a grueling Olympic season [source: 1].


Speed to Feed & Storytelling: Why Athlos partners with ScorePlay to deliver content directly to athletes' phones immediately post-race so they can own their narratives in real time [source: 1].


Disrupting the Playbook: Lessons carried over from Kayla’s time as founding CMO (employee #3) at Angel City FC—including challenging traditional sponsorship models and introducing the 10% giveback framework [source: 1].


Equity & Ownership: Why Athlos is providing participating athletes with equity in the league, investing in their long-term advisory role, and pushing for pay parity and media equity [source: 1].


Navigating High-Stakes Uncertainty: Kayla’s mindset on operating without a blueprint, finding clarity in your “why,” and why you should never wait for permission to jump into something new [source: 1].

QUOTABLE MOMENTS:


“I’m really proud of the times when I said ‘yes,’ or the times when I believed with conviction that going against the status quo was the right thing to do.” 


“Athletes are our North Star and our fans are our compass. As long as we focus on those two points, everything else falls into place.” 


“When it comes to the physical toll on these women, especially after an intense championship season, putting their bodies and health first isn’t just the right move—it is the only move.”


“You have to have a lot of bravery. You have to have a lot of belief that like, something isn't right, we can ask the question why and try to come up with a better solution.” 


“Don’t wait. Just jump, just go do it... because the world is moving too fast and we need to be ahead of it.”

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What does it truly take to disrupt traditional sports and build an organization that puts female athletes first? In this episode, host Emily Abbate sits down with Kayla Green, Acting President of Athlos, fresh off the heels of the groundbreaking Athlos London meet.
Kayla pulls back the curtain on the decision-making process behind Athlos, from navigating the difficult late-August cancellation of the New York event to protect athletes&rsquo; well-being, to creating a high-energy meet culture combining world-class track and field with entertainment, Tiffany &amp; Co. crowns, and record-breaking prize purses. She shares what she learned as employee number three at Angel City FC, why Athlos grants participating athletes equity in the league, and the advice she&rsquo;d give anyone waiting for permission to take a leap.
IN THIS EPISODE:
<ul data-path-to-node="5">
<li>
The Athlos Formula: How Athlos merges elite competition, entertainment (like DJ Trauma trackside), and culture to make track and field accessible and electric for new and seasoned fans alike [source: 1].
</li>
<li>
Protecting the Athletes: The transparent conversation behind calling off the late-season New York meet to prioritize athletes&rsquo; physical recovery after a grueling Olympic season [source: 1].
</li>
<li>
Speed to Feed &amp; Storytelling: Why Athlos partners with ScorePlay to deliver content directly to athletes' phones immediately post-race so they can own their narratives in real time [source: 1].
</li>
<li>
Disrupting the Playbook: Lessons carried over from Kayla&rsquo;s time as founding CMO (employee #3) at Angel City FC&mdash;including challenging traditional sponsorship models and introducing the 10% giveback framework [source: 1].
</li>
<li>
Equity &amp; Ownership: Why Athlos is providing participating athletes with equity in the league, investing in their long-term advisory role, and pushing for pay parity and media equity [source: 1].
</li>
<li>
Navigating High-Stakes Uncertainty: Kayla&rsquo;s mindset on operating without a blueprint, finding clarity in your &ldquo;why,&rdquo; and why you should never wait for permission to jump into something new [source: 1].
</li>
</ul>
QUOTABLE MOMENTS:
<ul data-path-to-node="8">
<li>
&ldquo;I&rsquo;m really proud of the times when I said &lsquo;yes,&rsquo; or the times when I believed with conviction that going against the status quo was the right thing to do.&rdquo;&nbsp;
</li>
<li>
&ldquo;Athletes are our North Star and our fans are our compass. As long as we focus on those two points, everything else falls into place.&rdquo;&nbsp;
</li>
<li>
&ldquo;When it comes to the physical toll on these women, especially after an intense championship season, putting their bodies and health first isn&rsquo;t just the right move&mdash;it is the only move.&rdquo;
</li>
<li>
&ldquo;You have to have a lot of bravery. You have to have a lot of belief that like, something isn't right, we can ask the question why and try to come up with a better solution.&rdquo;&nbsp;
</li>
<li>
&ldquo;Don&rsquo;t wait. Just jump, just go do it... because the world is moving too fast and we need to be ahead of it.&rdquo;
</li>
</ul>
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Writing the Playbook: Kayla Green on Building Athlos, Scaling Women’s Track on the World Stage & Why You Shouldn’t Wait for Permission

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Back in Australia! In this 5-Minute Friday, I’m checking in from Bondi Beach to clear up my recent travel whirlwind, AKA why I bounced between Sydney and LA, and preview the upcoming live show with Coach Bennett for the Nike After Dark Tour.

Plus, we dive into the psychology of staying consistent on the road. After receiving a bunch of DMs about signing up for a local gym pass right after the marathon, I’m sharing the mindset behind it: where there is a "why," there is a way—and why motivation almost always follows action, not the other way around.

Later, I answer a great listener question: Is running really for everyone, and should everyone run a marathon? I break down why anyone with a body who runs is a runner (pace and distance don't matter!), why you never need to chase someone else’s finish line, and the power of pursuing movement that genuinely feels good to you.

Prompt of the Week: What goal is lighting you up right now? Whether it’s a big milestone, a habit change, or a short-term challenge, reach out and let me know on social.

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Back in Australia! In this 5-Minute Friday, I&rsquo;m checking in from Bondi Beach to clear up my recent travel whirlwind, AKA why I bounced between Sydney and LA, and preview the upcoming live show with Coach Bennett for the Nike After Dark Tour.
Plus, we dive into the psychology of staying consistent on the road. After receiving a bunch of DMs about signing up for a local gym pass right after the marathon, I&rsquo;m sharing the mindset behind it: where there is a "why," there is a way&mdash;and why motivation almost always follows action, not the other way around.
Later, I answer a great listener question: Is running really for everyone, and should everyone run a marathon? I break down why anyone with a body who runs is a runner (pace and distance don't matter!), why you never need to chase someone else&rsquo;s finish line, and the power of pursuing movement that genuinely feels good to you.
Prompt of the Week: What goal is lighting you up right now? Whether it&rsquo;s a big milestone, a habit change, or a short-term challenge, reach out and let me know on social.
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5-MINUTE FRIDAY: If You Run, You're a Runner

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Sixteen marathons in, and Emily Abbate is still learning what it truly means to hurdle life's surprises. Coming to you live from Melbourne, Emily breaks down the complete journey of running the Sydney Marathon—from the 16-week training cycle and a brutal bout of food poisoning 48 hours before the gun, to conquering the hilliest World Major course and taking on the mindset of "steady is it."

IN THIS EPISODE


The Sydney Opportunity: Securing the bib courtesy of ASICS, planning the 16-week build, and training via the Runna app with a peak weekly mileage of 38 miles balanced by three days of strength training.


The 24-Hour Travel Haul: Long-haul logistics from JFK to Sydney, navigating sleep adjustments, exploring the Delta One lounge, and what was packed inside Emily’s Away and Dagne Dover bags.


The Food Poisoning Hurdle: Getting violently sick just two days before race day, turning to Ritz crackers, white rice, and Pocari Sweat, and the gut-check conversation about whether to line up at all.


Race Strategy & Pacing: Managing Sydney's massive 313-meter elevation gain, locking into consistent 7:40–7:55 splits through mile 22, pushing past quad burn, and finishing strong in 3:35:30.


Post-Race Recovery & Next Steps: Celebrating with martinis and french fries, a reset trip to Fiji, managing mild plantar flare-ups, and looking ahead to the After Dark Tour stops in LA and Mumbai.

QUOTABLE MOMENTS


"I show up and I do hard things, and that is a fact... I am someone who doesn't just do hard things, but she does them well."


"Knowing the difference between toxic positivity and being open to positivity, being open to the best-case scenario... When you're in a place where you're open to possibility, you allow possibility to find you."


"You didn't come this far to only come this far."


"Steady is it."


"The journey is the destination. It doesn't matter how fast you run a marathon, the fact that you're showing up to do it at all is such an accomplishment."

GEAR AND FAVORITES MENTIONED


Shoes:ASICS Superblast,ASICS Megablast


Apparel:Bandit Stamina Race Crop (Printed Cacao), Lululemon Power Stride socks


Tech:Bose Ultra Open Earbuds, Garmin Forerunner 570, Oakley Sutro Lite sunglasses


Recovery & Fuel:Runna app, Future app, Pocari Sweat, LMNT, Ozlo Sleepbuds

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Sixteen marathons in, and Emily Abbate is still learning what it truly means to hurdle life's surprises. Coming to you live from Melbourne, Emily breaks down the complete journey of running the Sydney Marathon&mdash;from the 16-week training cycle and a brutal bout of food poisoning 48 hours before the gun, to conquering the hilliest World Major course and taking on the mindset of "steady is it."
IN THIS EPISODE
<ul data-path-to-node="3">
<li>
The Sydney Opportunity: Securing the bib courtesy of ASICS, planning the 16-week build, and training via the Runna app with a peak weekly mileage of 38 miles balanced by three days of strength training.
</li>
<li>
The 24-Hour Travel Haul: Long-haul logistics from JFK to Sydney, navigating sleep adjustments, exploring the Delta One lounge, and what was packed inside <a href="https://on.ltk.com/+BRohkle_Cho_vnqDPwqT1w">Emily&rsquo;s Away</a> and <a href="https://on.ltk.com/+r1S_5qcsIP7WR8fCEVaS9w">Dagne Dover bags</a>.
</li>
<li>
The Food Poisoning Hurdle: Getting violently sick just two days before race day, turning to Ritz crackers, white rice, and Pocari Sweat, and the gut-check conversation about whether to line up at all.
</li>
<li>
Race Strategy &amp; Pacing: Managing Sydney's massive 313-meter elevation gain, locking into consistent 7:40&ndash;7:55 splits through mile 22, pushing past quad burn, and finishing strong in 3:35:30.
</li>
<li>
Post-Race Recovery &amp; Next Steps: Celebrating with martinis and french fries, a reset trip to Fiji, managing mild plantar flare-ups, and looking ahead to the After Dark Tour stops in LA and Mumbai.
</li>
</ul>
QUOTABLE MOMENTS
<ul data-path-to-node="5">
<li>
"I show up and I do hard things, and that is a fact... I am someone who doesn't just do hard things, but she does them well."
</li>
<li>
"Knowing the difference between toxic positivity and being open to positivity, being open to the best-case scenario... When you're in a place where you're open to possibility, you allow possibility to find you."
</li>
<li>
"You didn't come this far to only come this far."
</li>
<li>
"Steady is it."
</li>
<li>
"The journey is the destination. It doesn't matter how fast you run a marathon, the fact that you're showing up to do it at all is such an accomplishment."
</li>
</ul>
GEAR AND FAVORITES MENTIONED
<ul data-path-to-node="7">
<li>
Shoes: <a href="https://on.ltk.com/+hxulafoeFfRq2Lk4DPq1nA">ASICS Superblast,</a> <a href="https://on.ltk.com/+QkhCLJq_rtYTsGZfjrk11w">ASICS Megablast</a>
</li>
<li>
Apparel: <a href="https://go.skimresources.com?id=170442X1638370&amp;xs=1&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fbanditrunning.com%2Fproducts%2Fstamina-crop-printed-cacao%3Fsrsltid%3DAfmBOoranV1nuBbaUwAsXrtQev3zcicupbi7x-6VRV7m0V3GfP12CdK2">Bandit Stamina Race Crop (Printed Cacao)</a>, <a href="https://on.ltk.com/+J9Uens_pWLTF60lODf3tcA">Lululemon Power Stride socks</a>
</li>
<li>
Tech: <a href="https://on.ltk.com/+8oXevGLLHtu_GhzGLpI2kw">Bose Ultra Open Earbuds</a>, <a href="https://on.ltk.com/+cm4KSO1yAlS8X4TDG6lEMw">Garmin Forerunner 570</a>, <a href="https://on.ltk.com/+oCYru7KlO2HWChEDThHIDw">Oakley Sutro Lite sunglasses</a>
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Recovery &amp; Fuel: <a href="https://web.runna.com/redeem?code=EMILYABBATE">Runna app</a>, <a href="https://futurefitness.pxf.io/c/2431612/1482574/13946">Future app</a>, Pocari Sweat, <a href="https://www.drinklmnt.com/hurdle">LMNT</a>, <a href="https://on.ltk.com/+f1rCZhC-my6Q7_N2-sNKjg">Ozlo Sleepbuds</a>
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