Taking my life back...
fitcyster
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Hi everyone! I'm DeAnna... 32, married w/o kids (unless you count my furry kids).
I've struggled with PCOS for most of my life. Diagnosed at 19 and told I would most likely never have children was one of the worst things I have ever had to come to terms with. It has changed me in many ways, both emotionally and physically.
I don't think I have ever been truly healthy and until more serious conditions associated with my disease came to my attention, I never cared. At this point in my life I am high risk for cancer and facing yet another surgery to correct on of my many "girl part" issues.
After getting the latest news I decided that I needed to take charge and get my life in order. I went back to weight training in Jan. and although I've missed a couple of weeks during my move, I feel stronger than I have in years. I prefer to lift (and when I say lift, I mean LIFT. Go heavy or go home!) but I am now realizing that I need to put some focus into cardio and diet if I ever want to see the changes I'm looking for.
This week began my own personal 12 week challenge. I would love to have support and advice from anyone willing.
Looking forward to the rest of my life!
DeAnna
I've struggled with PCOS for most of my life. Diagnosed at 19 and told I would most likely never have children was one of the worst things I have ever had to come to terms with. It has changed me in many ways, both emotionally and physically.
I don't think I have ever been truly healthy and until more serious conditions associated with my disease came to my attention, I never cared. At this point in my life I am high risk for cancer and facing yet another surgery to correct on of my many "girl part" issues.
After getting the latest news I decided that I needed to take charge and get my life in order. I went back to weight training in Jan. and although I've missed a couple of weeks during my move, I feel stronger than I have in years. I prefer to lift (and when I say lift, I mean LIFT. Go heavy or go home!) but I am now realizing that I need to put some focus into cardio and diet if I ever want to see the changes I'm looking for.
This week began my own personal 12 week challenge. I would love to have support and advice from anyone willing.
Looking forward to the rest of my life!
DeAnna
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Good for you on taking control of your life! I know that PCOS can be difficult as I worked in a fertility clinic for 15 years and we had many patients with it. But you can still have a full life and enjoy it to the fullest. I wish you well with your journey to getting healthier.0
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