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In this episode, I pulled my most common DMs and comments about my experience navigating POTS/dysautonomia/chronic illness. I answered questions like:Why do I say I have dysautonomia rather than POTS now? Have I taken medication for POTS or dysautonomia?Was I ever bedbound, and how severe were my symptoms?How do you get back into exercise when you have POTS or dysautonomia?Why do I use red light therapy, and what benefits have I personally noticed?Why do I take creatine, and what benefits have I experienced?What supplements and medications am I currently taking?How do I manage sleep disturbances associated with dysautonomia?What lifestyle changes and treatments have made the biggest difference in my recovery?How have dietary changes, particularly removing gluten and dairy, affected my symptoms?How has working with a somatic therapist helped me manage physical anxiety and chronic illness?What role have spirituality and energy-based practices played in my healing journey?How has functional neurology helped me connect the dots with my symptoms?What role has vision therapy played in improving my ability to drive?What are my biggest symptom triggers, and how do I recognize when I’ve pushed too far?A note from Christine: This episode reflects my personal experience and research, not medical advice. Dysautonomia and POTS can look different for everyone, so what has helped me may not be right for you. Thank you to this episode's sponsor, equip! Get up to 40% off in the month of October with code STODDS at equipfoods.com/STODDS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, the wonderful Lindsey Briggs, Acupuncturist & Chinese Medicine Herbalist (@pots.acupuncture.with.lindsey) joins us and shares her chronic illness journey, and all the ways acupuncture and herbs have helped her along the way. She offers a holistic pots method that you can find on her instagram! Thank you to this episode's sponsor: equip! Get up to 40% off any products in the month of October with code STODDS : equipfoods.com/STODDS. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode is all about my recent work trip to NYC. I flew by myself and did A LOT (including walk 7+ miles in one day and nonstop social events) even while actively navigating dysautonomia. This is my second flight + work trip since the POTS DX. I shared lots of fun NYC recs for good food as well as travel tips + products that helped me through! The products I discussed are linked here: https://shopmy.us/collections/8002349 And thanks to this episode's sponsor: me! strongwithstodds.com or @strongwithstodds on instagram I offer a free one week trial of any of my workout programs, DM me to claim! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, we're joined by Alec Moore, @alecthedietitian on instagram, a registered dietitian who runs The Nutrition Collaborative! He has helped POTS patients get their lives (and athletic performance) back through nutrition. He also helps people without POTS/dysautonomia and has helped people reverse insulin resistance and PCOS symptoms medication-free. Tune in and give him a follow! Thanks to this week's sponsor, Equip. Get 20% off your first Equip order with code STODDS, equipfood.com/stodds :) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One of my first episodes was all about how I "manage it all" - my all being: motherhood + family life, full time job, running my own business and more... with chronic illness. And I came back for a part 2 that goes deeper into my schedule! Dysautonomia (and formerly POTS) bring on some limitations and challenges, so here is how I make it work. Thank you to our sponsor... me! strongwithstodds.com @strongwithstodds on instagram :) email [email protected] for a free trial of the workout program of your choice! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us to hear Logan's journey with POTS. She is a Doctor of Physical Therapy currently lifting, biking, running and traveling, despite living with POTS. We go deep into her mindset, what has worked for her, and how she helps women in all stages of life train to say YES to life! Find her at: @wellnesslo.dpt on instagram and thanks to our sponsor: @strongwithstodds, strongwithstodds.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode is all about recent wins and a longer woo woo update (my first big energy healing session!) Thanks to our sponsors: Equip: equipfoods.com/STODDS - save 20% with code STODDS strongwithstodds.com - get a free trial of any workout program by following @strongwithstodds on instagram and DMing TRIAL Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode is a general catch up! We talk a bit about dysautonomia, family life, back to school, my new oura ring, and the super fun story of us buying a lemon :) Tune in to get the latest! follow on instagram @strongwithstodds and DM to get a free one week trial of any of my workout programs! save on e3 energy cubes: code STODDS20 save on equip: code STODDS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week I get into some life updates on dysautonomia and how my political and religious beliefs have shaped over the years. I hope this helps you reflect on your own values and ways of thinking, and if we can connect over any of it, all the better! Episode Sponsor: @strongwithstodds on Instagram strongwithstodds.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode I share a bit about my exercise history and why you'll hear/see me say on socials that group classes may not be the best route for your goals. In this episode I share the pros, cons, and options you may want to take depending on your goals! If you're looking for workouts, head to strongwithstodds.com, @strongwithstodds on IG, or shoot an email to [email protected] to get your free week of workouts! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I meet with Jacqueline Smith of E3 Energy Cubes - a grab-and-go snack option that is full of protein and fiber but doesn't include gluten or dairy. These real food bars are SO good and full of only good things. Jacqueline set out to make an incredible bar them with gut health and mental health in mind and these deliver. Save on your order with code STODDS20! follow them: @e3energycubes on IG follow me: @strongwithstodds Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Come with me on my journey from athlete to PEM crashes, recumbent and working my way back up to upright exercise with a barbell and longer bouts of higher intensity cardio. I speak from my experience navigating POTS/dysautonomia and being a personal trainer :) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I brought one of my besties on the pod to talk about her incredible business, Lumos Infrared Sauna and Cold Plunge. She grew her business while growing her family and brought the benefits of contrast therapy all over central New York. If you are in the Rochester, Buffalo or Syracuse areas: stop on by: https://lumosinfraredsauna.com/ or follow along @lumossauna. Thank you to Strong with Stodds (yes I sponsor my own podcast) - strongwithstodds.com @strongwithstodds Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Why are we all feeling body image pressures again and what can we do about it? I share what's been on my mind and some helpful tips to swing the pendulum back in the right direction. workouts: strongwithstodds.com dairy free protein: equipfoods.com/STODDS code: STODDS Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, I brought on my therapist (LCSW) and holistic health practitioner, Chelsie Ciminelli to go deep on how the work we have done together has quite literally changed my life, helped me heal from POTS, and turned the volume wayyyy down on my anxiety. She shares somatic therapy techniques as well as the holistic health side of things and how she has brought them together to help people find the root cause of their health issues and help them heal. You can find Chelsie at: https://www.embodied-wholeness.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.