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I'd skip the cardio unless you enjoy it. Strength training builds muscle which will burn fat/cals 24/7. Make sure you eat enough protien and try not to go more than 3 hours between meals/snacks.

I am having the same problem. Let me know how it works out and I'll keep you posted.

Sent friend request!:flowerforyou: I lost 50 lbs on Atkins back in 2010 (took 6 mos) only to gain it back from 2 failed cycles of IVF. Those hormone shots are killer on your body! I found out I also have PCOS and the only way I lose weight is low carbing. I've tried them all! Jenny Craig, WW, Slim Fast, you name it I've…

You're an inspiration!

I am in the same boat as you ladies. TTC with PCOS for 4.5 years and 2 failed IVF cycles. Low Amylose is the same as low-carb with a new name. Probably a good thing since so many people look at me like I have two heads when I say I'm on Atkins. My father thinks low-carbing is making me mentally ill (what a joke). He thinks…

Same problem (16" calves). I have some cute knee high boots that I SQUEEZE my legs into but always regret it. Such is life :(

What was your Metformin dosage? I'm curious what worked for you.

I have PCOS and have been TTC since June 2008. We tried on our own for 18mos before getting help. My OBGYN put me on clomid for 3 cycles with no success. Turned out my DH has low sperm count (2 million per cc/ should be 20 million or more). We then went to Shady Grove Fertility and went through two rounds of IVF with ICSI.…

What dosage of Metformin are you taking? My doc prescribed me 500mg 4 times a day = 2,000mg! Seems like alot to me.

I am also 32 with PCOS and have been TTC since June 2008. We tried on our own for 18mos before getting help. My OBGYN put me on clomid for 3 cycles with no success. Turned out my DH has low sperm count (2 million per cc/ should be 20 million or more). We then went to Shady Grove Fertility and went through two rounds of IVF…

Curry chicken is a go-to staple for me. curry powder, sour cream, butter, and garlic. I cook brussel sprouts on the side.

I think you may be overdoing it. Low calories plus intense exercise. Maybe your body needs more to work with. Try adding some nuts for extra protien and energy.

I was diagnosed in April of 2011 while TTC via IVF since nothing else had worked. I didn't treat my PCOS since I figured IVF would give me a baby and my irregular cycles and weight gain were irrelevent. Neither of my 2 IVF cycles worked and now I'm back at the drawing board. I tried Jenny Craig and weight watchers. Neither…

Good luck to you! I started induction today. I lost 50 lbs on Atkins in 2010 but gained it back during infertility treatments. Ready to feel good again.

Spot on!

I lost 50lbs eating low carb. I found that after the first 2 weeks I no longer craved any sugar or carbs. Getting throught the first 2 weeks is tough though. I always have tons of energy and never go hungry! That's the best part.

You inspire me!