best exercises for hypothyroidism?

anniedaly76

Hi there, I'm a 22 year old who was diagnosed with hypothyroidism about an year and a half ago. I'm looking to lose some of the weight gain that stems from that.
I didn't gain any weight until I went on medication, which is kind of the opposite of what was expected, but since then I've gone from 5'4 and 110 lbs to almost 140 lbs. I've always been a healthy eater but I've become much stricter about diet and started exercising every day. I'm looking much more toned but I haven't lost any weight, and suggestions?
I generally try to get a lot of cardio in with a bit of strength training and yoga.

cfbuss29

I was also diagnosed with hypothyroid and on a journey to becoming my healthiest self. A few questions for you: are your TSH levels always in a "normal" range? I've noticed that when my range is normal I have an easier time losing weight (1-2lbs a week, this is fine with me). How much weight do you have to lose? Also check your body fat %. what is your "generally a lot of cardio" mean?

editorgrrl

MFP has a Hypothyroidism and Hyperthyroidism group: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/forums/show/770-hypothyroidism-and-hyperthyroidism

I have Hashimoto's (autoimmune thyroid disease) and take Synthroid. I lost way more slowly than most MFPers, but I did it just like everybody else—by eating at a deficit.

Read this: http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/1080242-a-guide-to-get-you-started-on-your-path-to-sexypants

Cherimoose

I didn't gain any weight until I went on medication, which is kind of the opposite of what was expected, but since then I've gone from 5'4 and 110 lbs to almost 140 lbs.

That's something you should discuss with your doctor, since it isn't normal.

For exercise, the standard fat loss routine works, which is regular cardio, and full-body strength training (not sure if "a bit of strength training" qualifies).