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Hi! I am 5ft 2ins, and my starting weight was around 220lbs. I was always going lifting weights at the gym, then I moved half way across the country to move in with my boyfriend. The weight piled onto my heaviest in over 15 years. I started lifting again in January last year, but I was very inconsistent throughout the…

Serious lifter!

There are a few dietians near me, so I'll check with them. Thank you!

Thank you all for the information. My doctor just said avoid spicy and rich foods, and that's it. I guess he just expected me to figure the rest of it out myself :/

Good luck! I am almost finished with Insanity, after taking a week off here and there. Almost finished with week 6 :smile: I'm also doing Fitness Blender's lifting workouts. This week I haven't lifted because I was so exhausted, but I'll be better next week. For me, once I got used to Month 1, it was straight into Month 2.…

I like Cardio Recovery because it's all about the stretching. I hate Cardio Power and Resistance, especially the tricep dips at the end -_-

I'm the same. Haven't lost any weight, but feel that my clothes are fitting better. I've measured myself with the tape measure too, but they are the same :/ very confused. I'll carry on with Insanity anyway. Thankfully today is Cardio Recovery for me!

Fitness Blender and BodyFit by Amy have some good videos on Youtube :)

I do about 10mins cardio for warm up, then lift and finish off with around 45mins cardio. I've always preferred it that way.

My fiancé is the worst. He loves winding me up. He constantly tells me that I'm putting on weight, then he orders pizza and it's a vicious cycle. I'm great during the week, because we live separately, but the weekends are my biggest downfall because I go to his place. He smokes and eats a lot of junk food, but he's not…

Started Insanity about 3 weeks ago, but had to take last week off due to illness. I'm feeling a bit better, but caught up yesterday! Doing Plyo tonight :smile: I am also doing strength training

I work from home and I love it! I hated the office life and drama that came with it, so my job is perfect. Plus, I get to spend time with my cat lol. The only drama I get now is when he walks all over the laptop. Perfect! My colleagues and students love it anyway. I do a 10 minute Tabata workout on Youtube in between my…

Thank you! I wish you so much luck with your surgery and I hope your husband will see the benefits it will bring to you and your family. Does he take care of his diet too? My mum had type 2 diabetes, but she was very active. My doctor has been the family doctor for over 40 years, but when it came to serious illnesses (lost…

Fellow PCOS-er here :smile: I was finally diagnosed with it last April just after my birthday, after suffering with irregular periods for 19 years. My doctor hasn't prescribed Metformin, but I've been given anti depressants. Strangely enough, the anti depressants are helping with the weight loss when combined with healthy…

I mainly drink water - probably 98% of the time. I have a smoothie or shake with water in it and find it more refreshing. I have around 4litres of tap water a day. It's a habit that I have developed in my teens and still carry on with it over 15 years laters. I drink black coffee (about once a month) and gin and tonic on…

Congratulations!! I'm 13 stone and 5ft 2ins as well. My wedding is planned for 2019, but I have already found the dress. I also have around 4 stones to lose, but I hope to lose some of that before my holiday in April. I would be more than happy to support you on your journey :)

I work from home Monday to Friday. I barely have a break time, but in the mornings I have porridge with soy milk, banana and flaxseeds, a smoothie with fruits and vegetables and a small protein bar for my morning snack, a big bowl of vegan chilli (homemade) for my lunch, and just before I have my evening work, I have dark…

I was (finally) diagnosed with PCOS in April - after suffering from it for years on end. I'm on almost 2000 calories, but working out about 2 hours a day. I hope I can see results as soon as possible, because I'm going to Mauritius next year lol

I usually have low blood sugar levels, but I do try to keep it as low as I can. If I want to consume something sweet, I would go for a piece of fruit, rather than a chocolate bar - and that is not easy for me lol

I have PCOS, but my doctor says that bananas are fine, as long as they are in moderation and I am eating well and working out - which I am doing anyway :smile:

Oh, I make cookies and banana pie with the grossed out ones and they are all delicious ^-^

I exercise a lot over the weekend, compared to during the week - swimming, hiking and HIIT are my main ones at the moment. It gives me a bit of freedom to eat more than during the week. I try to keep it as healthy as possible, though, and try not to go crazy on pizzas or other types of junk food. Weekends are my downfall…

I'm on Sertraline for the second time and this time I'm putting on weight, plainly due to laziness. Last time I was quite stressed, but eating well and walking about 40 mins a day. I have PCOS and this is why I'm on the anti depressants. Have a talk with your doctor and ask them to give you blood tests and an ultrasound if…

I also agree with staying active, but also talk to your doctor about the depression and anxiety, as they might be able to help you with it. Losing weight is a mental as well as a physical journey. Try to get support from family and friends too, as that is really important.

Hi! After exercising and eating right for over a year with no results, I am close to giving up. I have highly irregular periods too. I just had my ultrasound scan on Monday. Initially the sonographer said I have cysts on my ovaries, but I will have to wait until the doctor can determine whether I have PCOS or not. I have…

Hey all! Love this thread! I have been lifting since August 2015, but haven't seen any results :/ I'll be going to the hospital on the 21st of this month to see if I have PCOS, as I haven't lost any weight, and my periods are super irregular. I was wondering if lifting while having PCOS made things easier or difficult for…

If you've just started your job, give yourself a bit of time to adjust. Try going for a walk at lunch, find a gym nearby and go during your lunch or in the evenings, or if the gym is too expensive, then Youtube videos are free and home exercise equipment are worth the money. Keep it simple and do what's best for you, as…

Sorry for the lateness! It wasn't covered by the NHS and my doctor didn't refer me to this - actually, he didn't really say anything for my high cholesterol. Just cut down on meat and sweets, which is something I was doing prior to the blood test. I do have vitamin D deficiency, and got tablets for the next 5 months for…

I drink probably about 4 litres of water a day, I just love the stuff. My local Aldi is a bit far away, but I will go there to stock up on good foods and whatnot. But I'll see this nutritionist again just to gain as much info as I can! I'll carry on working out as normal and try to increase my veggie intake. Thanks all!

Sure! I apologise in advanced for the rambling. The therapist basically went into every single detail about my eating habits and health (from how I poop to what diseases run in the family). I see where the therapist was coming from because I've been told by my doctor that I have high cholesterol and I was basically lost on…