I Joined The Gym

@flapiz (22403)

United Kingdom

February 28, 2024 1:24pm CST

I have been becoming rather unfit and unhappy with myself lately. I have been gaining weight despite working a lot of hours in a physically demanding job. I had an executive checkup when I went home last December and my suspicions were right, I had PCOS which explains the rapid weight gain and the difficulty of losing weight. My doctor started me on medications and lo and behold I lost 6 kilos since. I am getting married this June and I really want to feel good in my own skin again. So I invested in myself and joined the gym early this month. I have been managing to squeeze it in my busy schedule and I am feeling happier with myself.

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@AmbiePam (85606)

• United States

28 Feb

I have PCOS as well. What did your doctor put you on? I’m always looking to find something that works better. It’s so hard to keep weight off when you have PCOS. Good for you for joining the gym!

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@flapiz (22403)

• United Kingdom

28 Feb

I am on combination pill that contains anti-androgen and oestrogen. And a supplement called myo-inositol. Are you on anything for your PCOS?

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@AmbiePam (85606)

• United States

29 Feb

@flapiz I accidentally answered this on our other conversation. I’m on Metformin (usually for diabetics, but I’m not diabetic), Spironolactone, and an unpronounceable medication. Lol It’s an anti-androgen too, I believe.

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@flapiz (22403)

• United Kingdom

29 Feb

@AmbiePam Spironolactone is also a diuretic makes you wee and less bloated.

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@LadyDuck (458577)

• Switzerland

29 Feb

I am glad that the medications your doctor prescribed are working. Joining a gym is a good thing, this will boost your metabolism and your moral.

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@flapiz (22403)

• United Kingdom

1 Mar

I have days now where I feel good about myself. The rapid weight gain was a blow to my self esteem. I just need to be consistent.

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@LadyDuck (458577)

• Switzerland

1 Mar

@flapiz I know that gaining weight makes us feel depressed. You will lose more weight soon and will be beautiful for your wedding.

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@flapiz (22403)

• United Kingdom

3 Mar

@LadyDuck That is exactly how I felt but I was just too proud to admit it. Thank you for the words of encouragement.

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@Marilynda1225 (79803)

• United States

29 Feb

Taking care of yourself is the first step. I'm sure you'll be a beautiful bride

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@flapiz (22403)

• United Kingdom

1 Mar

Awwww thank you Marilyn. You are most definitely correct. Self care is self love.

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@sathviksouvik (17966)

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29 Feb

I also love to exercise but I dont get any time

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@flapiz (22403)

• United Kingdom

1 Mar

As an adult it is indeed challenging to have time.

@thelme55 (76485)

• Germany

28 Feb

Enjoy your fitness in the gym.

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@flapiz (22403)

• United Kingdom

1 Mar

@thelme55 Oh I missed doing zumba even though I cannot dance. I do it in the confines of my room too.

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@flapiz (22403)

• United Kingdom

28 Feb

Thank you Thelma. What do you do to keep you fit?

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@thelme55 (76485)

• Germany

29 Feb

@flapiz You are welcome. I do zumba alone at home and of course walking to keep myself fit.

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@Happy2BeMe (99392)

• Canada

28 Feb

Good for you for joining the gym. Life is much better when you feel good about yourself.

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@flapiz (22403)

• United Kingdom

29 Feb

True and I think exercise makes me more energetic and happy.

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@Happy2BeMe (99392)

• Canada

29 Feb

@flapiz yes I would say that it does. I feel the same way.

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@Orson_Kart (6114)

• United Kingdom

4 Mar

It’ll never last!

@RasmaSandra (73538)

• Daytona Beach, Florida

28 Feb

Best o luck to you and enjoy the gym. I hope it helps you, Congratulations on your marriage,

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@flapiz (22403)

• United Kingdom

28 Feb

Thank you very much Rasma. I am enjoying it so far.

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@JudyEv (325985)

• Rockingham, Australia

29 Feb

I'm sure it's hard to fit gym work in with work and your other interests. Good for you. It will all be worth it come June.

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@flapiz (22403)

• United Kingdom

29 Feb

I hope so. Working actually makes me gain weight despite how busy it is as stress makes me eat more in general

. I will persist and hopefully I can fit the gown of my dreams.

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@Beestring (13340)

• Hong Kong

29 Feb

Enjoy the gym. Exercise helps to make a person happier.

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@flapiz (22403)

• United Kingdom

1 Mar

I am feeling it my friend. I hope I do not slack off.

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