Weight loss with PCOS?

Question

Hey girlies! I was hoping someone could give me some advice on how to lose weight with PCOS. I haven’t been diagnosed yet but I know I have PCOS. I’ve gained around 45-50 lbs within a year and a half (that’s with some dieting and drinking mostly water) and the weight is still going up! I know people with PCOS can’t exercise as hard/much so what is the best way ? Thanks

Answer

Why wouldn't people with PCOS be able to workout as hard? I have PCOS and go to the gym 4-5 days a week. Exercise has been very helpful for me symptom and weight wise. I genuinly just do all the stuff most health programs tell you to do. I drink a lot of water and don't have alcohol or soda. I eat a lot of protein and eat throughout the day. I weight lift 3-4 days and alternate doing cardio. I also make sure I get a good amount of sleep. I've lost roughly 55 pounds, but it did take me a good year to do. But you do need to go to the doctor for a diagnosis, because not all PCOS is the same. You need to find out what your root cause is to be able to really specifically target what's going to help you best.

Answer

I wouldn’t say we can’t work out as hard as anyone else . Started working out in February and made sure to lift weights and like the other person said , alternate cardio . I drink mostly water , cut down on sugar / coffee / sweets as much as I can . I have lost over 20lbs since then . My main goal is to keep weight lifting as that seems to help me burn more fat.

Weight loss with PCOS?

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