Hey all!
I have PCOS as well - was dx'd when I was 20. We have three children from 2 pgs, both from extensive fertility treatments. I lost 26 lbs in six wks of LC (Atkins) about 7 years ago but now, it seems like no matter what I try, I don't lose anything. I have to get back on Atkins but I'm struggling with the mental aspect of it. So, I'm here trying to set up recipes for next week and a grocery list to get me through.
Since the first of the year, I have been going to the gym 5x/wk. Cardio 5x/wk and strength training 3x. This is HUGE considering I haven't done any form of exercise beyond housework and child chasing in six years. Problem is, I have not lost a pound....I've actually gained. And now, I am not eating more than usual. I am actually eating better - I am eating something small for b'fast, at least 5 cups of salad for lunch with lean protein and a single portion supper - usually a protein (like chicken breast), vegetable and sometimes brown rice or a bean.
Has anyone experienced anything similar? I don't know what's wrong. I realize that I need to get back on a strict LC diet but even w/o it, I should be losing something. I am extremely frustrated and would appreciate your thoughts.
As an aside, if you're looking for PCOS support beyond diet and exercise, please visit us at Soulcysters -
www.soulcysters.net - not trying to take anyone away from this wonderful site, just mentioning it because there are forums for trying to conceive, pregnancy, parenting, pg loss, etc
Thanks for listening!
~K