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Emily Abbate
I've been trying to be more mindful about how I get from point A to point B, and it's making a major difference. Sharing some insights, plus answering a listener question about sneaker shopping and what every runner should have in their rotation.
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There’s no one I’d rather debrief the marathon with than the ever-inspiring Kirsten Ferguson. We're sitting down to talk through those special 26.2 miles in detail and the journey to the marathon starting line over the past 16 training weeks with her. Beyond the training cycle, we also get deep into Kirsten’s journey from a holistic view, starting with a gnarly injury and major setback that paused her marathon journey for a while.
The Peloton instructor takes us through the months on the road to recover where she truly struggled both physically and mentally and how she turned to her community for strength. We talk about the nerves that come with stepping into the unknown and how Kirsten keeps those feelings at bay as well as what she’s excited about and looking forward to post 26.2.
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The moment Kirsten committed to the marathon (4:02)
Kirsten’s mentality post-hip surgery and how she turned to her community for strength (7:12)
How to know when you are fully ready to move on and recognizing growth (10:45)
Finding grace and cultivating positivity to meet yourself with where your at (15:23)
Feelings from finishing her first half marathon and most unexpected lessons from training (18:15)
The reason Kirsten chose to run most of her training runs solo (31:27)
A glimpse inside Kirsten’s headspace in those 26.2 miles of her inaugural marathon (38:08)
How Kirsten’s vision came to life running up to her Peloton family (48:34)
The memory of embracing her daughters at the finish line (51:00)
Kirsten’s biggest takeaway from the race and what’s next for her (56:50)
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I did a bit of catastrophizing this week. I don't think I'm alone in that. But what if my first inclination, rather, was to be a little more positive? Talking about a tough week, answer "how are you?" honestly, and answering a listener question about how to cope AND give your body the rest it needs.
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Welcome Shalane Flanagan, Olympic medalist, 2017 New York City Marathon Champion, Coach for the Bowerman Track Club and University of Oregon to the show! Loved the opportunity to sit back down with Shalane at this year's New York City Marathon, on behalf of her sponsor at Mastercard. We chat about what's the latest in her life, how it feels to step into her role as a coach, and her feelings about running this year's NYCM. Plus: Best-practice marathoning tips and her best pep talk to date.
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183. Shalane Flanagan, Live At the New York City Marathon
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Firstly: Dakotah Lindwurm is now Dakotah Popehn after getting married last weekend! Welcoming her back to the show to talk about Dakotah’s Olympic experience and all that went into her impressive race before diving into the early days of her running career, how her Olympic dream came to be, and what it’s been like since her "running glow up."
Dakotah talks about leaving her career as a paralegal to go all in as a pro runner and how she’s been able to focus on her body in all aspects to both prepare for big race days and recover quicker than ever. Dakotah’s sense of self belief is so inspiring and we talk about her why0not-me perspective and the tools and tricks she uses when that self doubt creeps in.
Dakotah’s first time on Hurdle Podcast
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A reflection on Dakotah’s Olympic experience (4:30)
How Dakotah’s upbringing sparked her "why not me" mentality and how to channel the same self belief (9:05)
Dakotah’s decision to self away as a paralegal (12:45)
The power of a pro/con list when making big decisions (17:25)
Combating intrusive thoughts when reaching for big goals (21:35)
Dakotah’s early running days and her first glimpse at the Olympic dream (23:30)
The pieces that have helped her thrive in running the past few years (29:18)
The story behind Dakotah’s biggest fan at the Olympics and how they united in NYC (31:46)
Getting to her dream without her mom by her side (43:24)
Dakotah’s perspective on dealing with grief (46:11)
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Listened to a really powerful conversation the other night, some of which I'm excerpting here on the brink of New York City Marathon Weekend. Plus: Answering a listener question of how to show up and be your authentic self online.
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On the heels of the New York Liberty's championship win, amped to have Adidas athlete Betnijah Laney on the show! We chat through how it feels to be a champion, the parade in downtown Manhattan, and how Barclays Center felt on that epic winning night. Betnijah lets us in on her backstory, the hurdles she’s overcome to get to this point, and just how monumental her friends and family’s support means in pursuing her dreams.
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A reflection on game five and Betnijah’s mindset going into big moments (4:40)
The biggest strength of this year’s championship team and what made this team great (7:00)
What support looks like for Betnijah and the impact it has on her success (9:05)
The early days of Betnijah’s basketball career (15:13)
Betnijah’s advice on motivation and resilience (18:45)
The biggest hurdles of Betnijah’s career and how she shifts focus when the doubt starts to creep in (23:16)
When things really started to click for Benijah on the court how the she feeds off the support of the Liberty community (32:23)
What it’s like to be an adidas athlete and what their support means to the athletes they support (36:43)
Amplifying the message of female athletes and how it feels to be part of the future and growth of women in sport (38:30)
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Landed my first pull-up in eight years yesterday! Talking about the process that got me there in today's episode, plus answering a listener question about how to navigate the frustrating process of taking time off.
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I recently shared some sentiments on my personal struggle with burnout and depression, and I heard from so many of you experiencing the same thing and looking for some answers. Enter Dr. Elizabeth Sharp, the founder and medical director at Health Meets Wellness. We do a dive deep into the topics of burnout and seasonal depression, and we talk the signs and symptoms, how to distinguish between the two, treatment options (with or without medication), and helpful daily practices to improve overall wellbeing and mental health.
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Dr. Sharp’s background and her Health Meets Wellness practice (4:07)
A deep dive into burnout: what it is and why it happens (9:30)
The difference between burnout and seasonal depression (11:40)
What happens to our bodies during seasonal shifts (16:15)
Symptoms of seasonal depression (21:25)
What to expect when going on medication for something like seasonal depression (25:05)
Evaluating whether it’s time to revisit medication (31:40)
Alternatives to medication when suffering from burnout or seasonal depression (32:56)
The impact of gratitude practices on overall wellbeing and mental health (36:55)
Dr. Sharp’s tips for combating burnout throughout the day (39:21)
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There's something happening right now that I didn't expect, and it's something that I can't quite explain. Talking about how I'm feeling going into the New York City Marathon on November 3, and answering a listener question on how to do a self-audit.
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