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I find that bit about PCOS/building muscle REALLY interesting... I say this because I've always been naturally very muscular. Granted, I played sports my whole life, but I've always just been naturally strong and have put on muscle very easily. It's just hard to get rid of the fat! I'd be interested in seeing some more…

These are good ones! Love Pantera. Also Godsmack gets me pumped up too.

Two of my current favorite workout songs are Turn Down For What by Lil Jon (I'm assuming that's the name of the song... lol) and Talk Dirty by Jason Derulo ft. 2 Chainz! I'm normally not really a Lil Jon fan but that song seriously gets me pumped up lol So does the Talk Dirty song - even if I'm not actually working out, I…

For what it's worth, I would listen to Dragonwolf over the crazy high-carb lady. Also for what it's worth, my weight loss is much more successful when I limit my carb intake to around 100g/day. I aim for macro ratios of 50%fat/25%protein/25%carb - I sometimes switch up the protein and carbs to be 30% protein and 20% carbs,…

Currently reading Beautiful Ruins by Jess Walter. Loving it - he's a great writer. This is the first book of his that I've read, but he has several others. I'll probably be looking for those after I finish this one. It's the type of book that has me missing college (was an English major) - it'd be a great book for…

Hey there, and welcome! Sounds like we're in a similar boat - I'll be 28 this year, I'm 5'11", and my highest weight was 298.6 (that number will forever be burned into my brain lol). I'm currently down to about 274, with an ultimate goal weight of about 180, but my initial goal weight is 250. You can do it, but like you…

Low-carb isn't really a "thing to buy into" - it's a recommended method that does work well for a lot of women with PCOS - but PCOS manifests itself differently in every woman that has it. We don't all have the exact same symptoms, hormone disruptions, etc. Like others have said, that is great if you don't have to do low…

I'm usually about 6'3" with my heels on :) Just rock 'em with confidence and that's all you need!

I could easily put away the entire $10.00 dinner box from Pizza Hut - pizza, cheese sticks with marinara sauce and cinnamon sticks with icing. I've never looked up the nutrition information, but I'm sure it was around the 2,000 calorie range, if not more. I cringe at the thought lol *EDIT - Decided to look up the nutrition…

I try to stay around 100g of carbs per day due to my PCOS, and find that making sure I eat enough healthy fats helps a lot with feeling full and cravings and stuff like that. I don't buy "reduced fat" or "fat free" anything, and I love eating avocados, almonds, peanut butter, etc and I also cook with regular butter and/or…

Bump. Sounds yum

I'm not a guy, but I'm 5'11" and LOVE high heels - typically I wear 4 - 5" heels when I go out, and I love it. Plus, when I go to a crowded place, I can usually see above a lot of peoples heads, which makes it easier to move around lol I've never had a guy tell me he didn't feel comfortable being with me because I was too…

I've always had this same problem, and I do still struggle with it but have gotten better. For me, I realized that I was trying to metaphorically fill a specific emptiness (emotionally) that I was feeling at the time. Taking time to stop and think about what I'm really feeling and why I'm feeling the need to fill up on…

Was going to say this - you beat me to it. :tongue:

'Preciate cha.

I enjoyed the thigh gap thread much more... quad pic >>>>> juice pic. Juuuuust sayin...:smokin:

Yes, water weight due to your muscles holding onto water/fluid for repair. If you feel sore at all, this is a good indicator that that could be happening. Make sure to drink plenty of water (I like to add fresh squeezed lemon to mine) and just have patience. When the water weight is due to muscle repair, it just takes time…

It's pretty common not to lose much weight at all, and to actually gain a little in the beginning of 30 Day Shred, especially if it's significantly harder than the workout you were doing before. If that's the workout program you're doing, I would suggest going by measurements & photos rather than the scale, because that's…

I've also been finding success with the lower carb/moderate protein/high fat approach. Sounds like you are already doing a lot of it correctly though! I don't have much knowledge to offer, but feel free to add me if you'd like =) Most of the ladies on my MFP friends list also have PCOS. It's awesome being able to have…

I like mixing sriracha sauce in with it. Yum.

That should tell you something right there. If that's all it is, then by that logic, just adding some fruit to your diet will make you lose weight. But does it? Nope. Eating at a calorie deficit makes you lose weight.

Listen to the people who are trying to help you and save you money. Don't just focus on the ONE and ONLY "positive" response you've received, because that poster also stated that those people are following Weight Watchers and reducing portion sizes. That alone is why they are losing weight - not a pill that has no…

Please don't procreate.

I would recommend increasing your fat % - from what I've read, the best diet for PCOS sufferers is lower carb, moderate protein, and high fat (healthy fat, obviously). I currently have my macros set at 25% carbs, 25% protein and 50% fat. You can play around with yours to find the ratio that works best for you, but I…

My doctor prescribed Spironolactone for me for the hirsutism. It's supposed to slow the hair growth, so I'm taking that and also getting laser hair removal. I constantly find awesome Groupons for laser hair removal, and that makes it MUCH more affordable, so I would recommend checking Groupon to see if you can find one…

I have an entire cheat day every week and am still consistently losing weight. It's different for everyone, though, so you just have to find what works for you. Some people don't feel they can have a cheat day and still lose weight, so they choose not to. I, however, find it helps me stay on track throughout the week. If I…

Bump to come back & read when I need inspiration =) I have PCOS and have lost 28lbs so far, but still have a long way to go. Lower carb seems to be the key.

Just be aware that whey protein has soy, which is pretty bad for people with PCOS, so if you're going to use it, use it sparingly. I'm not a vegetarian, but I have PCOS as well - feel free to add me if you like, my diary is open to my friends =) Also, YES to the couscous! I just made that for the first time the other night…

There really is a buzz! Isn't it great? I've noticed that too - it's also got me re-thinking the time of day I workout. I usually don't workout until about 8pm, and like to be in bed by 10, but I've noticed that I'm so hyped up after the workout, it's hard to fall asleep. Might be a good thing to do early in the morning,…

I can definitely see a difference, that's awesome!! I just started 30DS this past Sunday! Going to send you a friend request =)