In this special episode of the Move Your Body Differently Podcast, Shaela Daugherty sits down with Madison Culver, an ACE Certified Personal Trainer and Fitness Nutrition Specialist, and a key trainer in The Stronger Collective App. Madison, founder of Madison Kate Coaching, specializes in helping women overcome the challenges of PCOS (Polycystic Ovary Syndrome) using natural, holistic health practices.

Madison shares her journey, having been diagnosed with PCOS in 2017, and the frustrating symptoms she endured like irregular periods, fatigue, mood swings, and weight gain. From her initial diagnosis to managing symptoms holistically through a gluten-free, dairy-free diet, and low-impact strength training, Madison dives deep into how she turned her health around without relying on conventional medications like metformin and birth control.

In this episode, you'll hear Madison’s raw and real account of:

• Early symptoms of PCOS and what she wishes she knew sooner
• The turning point that led her to embrace a holistic approach to healing
• How nutrition, exercise, and non-toxic living play a role in managing PCOS naturally
• Why stress management and mental health are critical for reducing cortisol levels
• How faith and spiritual well-being are key in her journey to healing

If you’re struggling with PCOS, or simply want to understand more about the connection between your physical health and your spiritual journey, this episode is packed with practical advice and PCOS-friendly health tips. Madison’s insights will inspire you to take control of your health, even in the face of a chronic condition.

Key Discussion Points:

1. Madison’s Journey with PCOS:
   • Madison shares her personal story of being diagnosed with PCOS in 2017 and the signs and symptoms she experienced long before the official diagnosis. From struggles with sleep and mood swings to dealing with irregular cycles, Madison opens up about the physical and emotional challenges she faced during her teenage and college years.
2. The Road to Diagnosis:
   • Discover how Madison was finally diagnosed with PCOS after years of unexplained symptoms and the frustrating process she went through with traditional medical treatments. She discusses the limited options presented to her, such as birth control, progesterone, and metformin, and why she chose to pursue a more natural, holistic approach to managing her condition.
3. Choosing Holistic Health:
   • Madison explains why she decided to manage her PCOS symptoms through lifestyle changes, including going gluten and dairy-free, reducing high-intensity workouts, and focusing on strength training. She highlights the significant improvements she noticed within just a few weeks and how this approach has helped her maintain better overall health.
4. The Importance of Mental and Spiritual Health:
   • Madison emphasizes the connection between mental, spiritual, and physical health, sharing how trauma, stress, and perfectionism played a role in her journey. She talks about the importance of setting boundaries, seeking counseling, and finding rest as part of her healing process.
5. Non-Toxic Living:
   • Learn about Madison’s shift towards non-toxic living, including using natural cleaning products, beauty products, and other household items to reduce her body’s toxic load. She provides tips on how to transition to a non-toxic lifestyle and the impact it has had on her health.
6. Starting Madison Kate Coaching:
   • Madison shares how her personal experiences and passion for helping others led to the creation of her online coaching business, Madison Kate Coaching. She discusses the challenges and rewards of starting her own business and how she’s using her platform to empower women with PCOS.

Encouragement for Listeners: Madison leaves us with a heartfelt message for anyone struggling with chronic health issues, mental health challenges, or spiritual battles. She reminds us that these tough seasons won’t last forever and encourages us to hold onto hope, knowing that healing and better days are ahead.

Where to Find Madison:

• Instagram: @madisonkatecoaching
• Website: www.madisonkatecoaching.com
  • Check out her resources page for freebies like an exercise library, a free 4-week program, and a guide on how she managed her PCOS.

Resources Mentioned:

• Free 7-Day Trial to the Stronger Collective App
• PCOS Healing Guide
• EWG App for Non-Toxic Living

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