I Won't Tell You to Set Resolutions
But, I do have an important question (or two).
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On Wednesday of this week I sat down with a girlfriend to talk about the things we want for the new year. For 2022, my word is: “Bigger.” I want to think bigger. Do bigger. Act bigger. Dream bigger. I want more people to know my name for all the right reasons. I want to do more good in and for my community (and beyond). I want to attract bigger.
… On the notebook in front of me, below the heading “vision and goals,” I wrote down a slew of “bigger” thoughts, ranging from dream collaborations and hosting opportunities to podcast guest gets, financial benchmarks, and personal desires. I’m not going to share them here now, but I’d love to encourage you to do the same. You don’t have to write down a bunch of SMART goals or even make resolutions. Instead, just write down some cool things you’d like to happen or accomplish in your life.
What do you really want?
You can do it alone or with a friend. If an action plan follows? Well, that’s entirely up to you.
Happy new year, everyone. And! Happy birthday, Hurdle. Four. Years. Old. My life is dramatically better because I started this thing that lead me to all of you.
Keep hurdling,
HIGHLIGHTS OF THE WEEK
I’m Watching: Insecure
Took me way too long to get into this show, but after reading about the finale earlier this week — I’m already on season 4.
I’m Listening To: Will
OK, OK. I told y’all that I was reading this a few weeks back. I was! But then, the fourth person who told me that I just had to listen to it gifted me the audio book. I’m about 2 hours in with 12 more to go, and they’re all right — listening is an entirely different experience.
I’m Reading: Voicing Change by Rich Roll
Bought this after chatting with Rich for a GQ interview a couple months back. The book’s a highlight reel of insights from some of his podcast guests, and currently sits on my coffee table. Inspiring? Definitely. I’d love to make something like this of my own one day.
What I’m Wearing: Nike Free Metcon 4
I’ve been working out with a trainer via the Future app for about a month now, which means I’m spending a lot more time lifting weights and doing things in the gym that ~aren’t~ running. It’s a fun pivot for me, one that’s demanded me to mix up my footwear. I’ve been loving these Nike Metcons, which have the stability I need for lateral movements with the Goldilocks amount of cushioning, too. Remember: It’s important to have different sneakers for different efforts, whether that be sprinting versus running long or weight lifting versus walking.
Quote I’m Loving: “Love is or it ain’t. Thin love ain’t love at all.” — Tony Morrison, from Beloved
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🎧 NEW PODCAST EPISODE: Best Advice of 2021
It's time for the Best Of! Loving these takeaways from some of Hurdle's 2021 guests (OK, I slipped in one from 2020), sure to help you navigate the tough spots to come 2022 and beyond. Who do you want to hear from in the new year? OR! Have a takeaway that really resonated with you? Share it with us on social and tag the show!
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
124. Jesse Israel, Founder of The Big Quiet
Joe Holder On How to Design a Workout Plan That Works for You
158. Hilary Allen, Endurance Athlete
#HURDLEMOMENT: Essential Financial Wellness Tips With 'The Budget Mom'
182. Willy Valderrama, Runner
186. Emma Coburn, Pro Runner & 3X Olympian
143. Becs Gentry, Peloton Instructor
How to Own your Morning To Unlock Your Big Potential
178. Taryn Toomey, CEO & Founder of The Class
183. Shalane Flanagan, Live at the New York City Marathon
🎧 NEW PODCAST EPISODE: 189. Kirsten Ferguson, Peloton Instructor
Kirsten Ferguson has conquered a whole lotta hurdles in the last decade. From struggling to have children and navigating multiple miscarriages to dealing with divorce, she's learned time and time again the power of faith and resilience. For episode 189, she talks to me about how she got into fitness — eventually teaching Spin from home during the pandemic — and the beautiful way that Peloton came into her life when she needed it most. I cannot say thank you enough to her for her openness, and as she says in our chat, acknowledging that speaking out — specifically about miscarriage — will help make other women feel less alone on their journey.
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