When Saying 'No' Is Actually A 'Yes'

How do you get what you want? You turn down the things you don't.

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The last time I ran the New York City Marathon was in 2021. I bonked around mile 8. I hadn’t been the best about fueling or resting in the week leading up to the race, poured my energy into a few-too-many work obligations, and by the time I got to Williamsburg — I already felt like my legs were done.

The highlight of that day was running a majority of the race next to a woman also named Emily. She was wearing her name across her chest, I was not. But! Because we have the same one, it felt like everyone was cheering for me as I made my way through three different boroughs. When we were rounding the southwest corner of Marcus Garvey Park in Harlem, I ran up beside her and said thank you. She looked at me, disillusioned, and said the same thing back. Turns out, she’s a hurdler, and had listened to the podcast preparing for the big dance. (Fun fact: We’ve since re-met, and she’s even been to the Hurdle studio.)

This year, my commitment to myself is not to do the same thing. As in, not to run out of gas early on in my 26.2-mile journey to Central Park. I’m pledging to continually ask myself the same question for the next 16 days: What do I need to show up on Sunday and get the most out of one of my favorite days of the year?

What’s best for Emily?

The answer: Owning my no. I love events! I love seeing friends! I love shakeouts! But, I can’t do it all. As much FOMO as that may induce, I’ve accepted it. I know that saying no to one thing is actually saying yes to something else. And yes to going after what feels good? That feels great.

Boundaries. A forever exercise in being honest with yourself. An exercise I’m willing to do if it means I’m stronger for it.

TELL ME: How have you showed up for yourself recently? Is it hard for you to own your no?

Keep hurdling,

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HIGHLIGHTS OF THE WEEK

I’m Watching: Love Is Blind Season 7
Oh I am most certainly on the schedule where I know exactly which day new episodes come out, and then I watch them on that specific day. Period.

Gear I’m Loving: Oak + Fort Vegan Leather Trench Coat
Activewear related? Absolutely not. But! I have never been complimented more on the street than when I wore this yesterday. Hard stop. There’s nothing better than rediscovering some of your favorites when the seasons change. The jacket runs oversized, so definitely shop on down. Also, if you want to keep up with some of my favorite fashion finds — both active and everyday — I recently started a LikeToKnow.It (LTK). You can follow me here.

Prompt I’m Loving: What’s one thing you want to do before October ends?

Quote I’m Loving: “Everyone has inside of him a piece of good news. The good news is that you don’t know how great you can be! How much you can love! What you can accomplish! And what your potential is!” — Anne Frank

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NEW PODCAST EPISODE🎧: 322. A Marathon How-To: Des Linden Offers Her Best-Practice Tips To Running Your Best Race
Had the privilege to bring Des Linden, Boston Marathon Champion, Olympian, and a Captain for Every Women's Marathon, back onto Hurdle this week. We're catching up, sharing some laughs, and going in-depth on everything you may need to know if you want to run a marathon. Whether you're a beginner or a veteran, this episode is packed with best-practice tips for everything from fueling to recovery; execution to navigating pre-race jitters.

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