Articles by Emily Abbate

Emily Abbate is a Brooklyn-based, veteran journalist on a mission to empower women to live healthier, happier, and more-motivated lives. Now a 13-time marathoner and triathlete, the certified wellness coach and former fitness editor at SELF is the brains behind the podcast Hurdle, acclaimed by The New York Times as “addictive,” cusping 10 million downloads with listeners in more than 220 countries. You can find her most recent bylines in GQ, Women’s Health, and Marie Claire.

Latest articles by Emily Abbate

Elana Meyers Taylor wearing an Olympic uniform with Power Moms overlay

Elana Meyers Taylor Just Won an Olympic Gold Medal—But She’s Most Proud of Her Parenting

The bobsledding champion, who took gold in Milan this past summer, says motherhood is like sport: "You always have to focus on what's next."

Culture

For Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, This Is More Than a Victory Lap

The Olympic medalist and world track champion has been the one to catch for nearly two decades. After withdrawing unexpectedly from the Paris Olympics in 2024 in what was supposed to be her last race, the star sprinter has emerged for one last season—and to explain what really happened.

By Emily Abbate

Culture
The World’s Fastest Woman Didn’t Break the 4-Minute Mile. She Still Made History

In a superhero-worthy suit and under the global spotlight, Faith Kipyegon delivered a performance for the ages—pushing her limits and proving just how powerful women can be.

By Emily Abbate

Sports
Allyson Felix Delivers a Win for Mothers at This Year's Olympics

"It’s not rocket science, it’s 2024 and we’re just doing this?"

By Emily Abbate

Culture
The Rise of the Middle-Age Athlete

Meet the competitors pushing their bodies beyond what is considered their "prime"—and winning.

By Emily Abbate

Health-fitness