Nell Rojas has some big goals. Goals that she's committed to, and over the last few years she's learned exactly what that commitment entails. The Boulder native is at a place in her life where she's accepted the opportunity costs (like prioritizing sleep and turning down social events) to excel in her sport — and it's working. The former triathlete is a sub 2:30 marathoner (that's faster than a 5:40 pace over 26.2 miles), coached by her father who was one of the first athletes to run for Nike, won the very first BolderBoulder, and held the world record for the 15K. For episode 254, she talks about how that impacts their relationship, how owning her own coaching business makes her proud (and the lessons entrepreneurship has taught her), and what she's looking forward to next. 
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254. Nell Rojas, Runner

Join me, Emily Abbate, every Monday and Friday for a good time. Hurdle is a wellness-focused podcast where I sit down with inspiring individuals to talk about everything from their big wins to how they’ve gotten through some of life’s toughest moments. On the show, you can expect vulnerability, motivation, and candid discussions with everyone from top athletes to aspiring entrepreneurs on what it really takes to follow your passions. My mission is simple: To inspire you to be your best self, move with intention — and have some fun along the way. Tell me: What's your #hurdlemoment?

Health & Fitness

Starting something new can be really intimidating. But, what if you befriend fear to begin something new? Talking about a coaching session I had earlier this week, and sharing a really powerful reframe that helped my client make a major breakthrough. Also: Answering a listener question on where I would live if I could pick ONE place right now, and what I'd do for work, too. My answer may not be what you'd expect.
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5-MINUTE FRIDAY: Is Fear Preventing You From Beginning?

If you’re looking to grow your career or pivot to a role that inspires you, listen up. Vice President of the running and training business unit at PUMA, Erin Longin, is bringing so many good nuggets of inspiration to the pod today. We talk about everything that goes into the sneakers we wear on the daily, but Erin goes deep into her backstory, her 16 years at PUMA, and insight for anyone looking to work their own way up the corporate ladder. 
She talks about her perspective of how to "do it all" as a working mom and the boundaries she’s learned to set over the years in order to show up as her best self at work for her team and at home for her family. 
IN THIS EPISODE 
What drew Erin to PUMA and a career in sport (4:55)
Erin’s relationship with sport and wellness from a young age (5:50)
How Erin’s upbringing impacted her work ethic (11:55)
The pivot from Timberland to PUMA and what drew Erin to the company (17:50)
Advice for those looking to take a leap in their career (19:30)
A different perspective on the notion of ‘doing it all’ as a working mom (23:45)
Erin’s favorite ‘era’ at PUMA so far (30:30)
A day in the life as VP of Running and Training at PUMA and how Puma is putting a focus on women in their running department (32:20)
The biggest piece of advice for other women working to climb the corporate ladder (41:06)
What exciting Erin about her role and Puma right now (45:01)
Some of the best advice Erin has received in her career (51:10)
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302. Climbing the Ladder: PUMA VP Erin Longin On Career Advice, Upholding Boundaries & Supporting Women In Sport

It's more than being present, it's taking the time to reflect on what's happening and your lived experience. Talking about this technique today, and answering a listener question on how to be OK with taking a rest day — offering a powerful reframe that will help you look forward to some R&R.;


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5-MINUTE FRIDAY: Are You Digesting Your Life?

My buddy Dan Churchill is back on the podcast with the exciting launch of his new book Eat Like a Legend: Delicious, Super Easy Recipes to Perform at Your Peak. He’s giving us all the inside knowledge and know-how on how to fuel your body for optimal performance, whatever that may look like for you. We dive into hydration, micro and macronutrients, the importance of plant diversity in your diet, as well as protein sources and smoothie hacks. Dan hits home on the importance of taking care of and fueling yourself first and why it’s worth putting in the work for longevity of your life. 
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Dan’s journey to food and performance nutrition education (3:42) 
How ‘Eat Like a Legend’ came to be (8:50)
Performing at your peak according to Dan (14:00)
Top 3 things things to focus on when looking to optimize performance (17:01)
Tactical steps toward cutting out refined sugars (22:50)
Dan’s ideal smoothie ingredients and hack for smoothie prep that will last you all week (31:15)
What it means to have a diversity of plants in your diet (36:58)
The importance of hydration and electrolytes when looking to perform at our peak (40:22)
The biggest challenge of cooking at home at why practice is key (47:30)
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301. Optimal Nutrition, Dissected: Chef Dan Churchill On How To Fuel For Better Performance & Helpful Tricks To Feel Your Best

"I am" statements, have you heard of them? Breaking down how I organized my thoughts, and answering a listener question about goal setting.
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254. Nell Rojas, Runner

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