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Hi everyone! I am new to the group and very excited. I have some time opening up so I want to use it to get healthier. My goal for January is 50 miles.

You are going to have to be ever vigilant on what you eat and work harder than most people to maintain or lose. Even on proper meds it is so easy to gain if you let your guard down!

The thyroid issue is what causes the weight gain, not the meds. You will feel much better when the meds kick in, energy level will pick up and you will see more results from your workout. Be sure to see your doctor to check your levels every two months or so at first so they can get your meds at the right level.

Anyone that feels like a runner is a runner! :happy:

As you guessed, I too would recommend eating more. I would probably work on adding more protein to your diet. I try to have an egg at breakfast or some bacon or ham. Don't be afraid to eat, just eat good stuff and avoid sugars, processed or snack foods like chips. What kind of exercise are you doing?

I really like this. I have to watch what I eat because of a thyroid issue, I gain very easy. I am also training for a half marathon so this works well for me!

I choose ice cream over most of my friends!

Totally agree! I hope he has apologized by now or you have moved out!

Some of us lose a lot slower than others but as long as we are losing its okay. I lose about a half pound every two weeks because of thyroid issues but that's okay, I'm not gaining! Hang in there, your doing great! I'll add you as a friend!

Bacon cheese burgers!

Sometimes life gets in the way. I am also so happy to have all my friends, through good and bad!

I had the same problem, working hard at trying to lose, running, watching what I ate, and I kept putting on pounds. I finally went to the doctor and it ended up being thyroid issues. Now I am able to see results but still have to work a little harder than most. Go in and ask for the thyroid test specifically. Good luck!

I'll do it!

You look so amazing! You have made me smile this morning and inspired me! Thank you for sharing!