Lifting & Eating

Deena_Bean

So, general consensus for PCOS seems to be less carbs, more fat, moderate protein right? For lifting all I hear is EAT PROTEIN AND LOTS OF IT! Is this still a true story for PCOS peeps, or should I just not listen to these chants?

Dragonwolf

Depends largely on your goals. Most of the lifting boards that go nuts with the protein are experienced lifters, often doing a bulk (ie - build muscle and fat with the intent of later doing a "cut" to reduce the fat). This is different from what most women who are lifting to maintain lean mass or help lose weight in general (or, in our case, to help with hormones).

You will want to make sure you're eating sufficient protein to support your lifting, but that need only be about .8-1g per pound of lean body mass (total weight - weight of body fat). For women, that generally comes out to around 100g (give or take). Start with something around there, then tweak based on how you feel (recovery times, DOMS, protein cravings, etc). This fits into a "moderate protein" setup, so it probably won't be too much different from what you're already doing.

Deena_Bean

Thanks - I've been hoping for 80-100g of protein. It's not been easy...but then again, what is?