One of the many things I need to learn is that input/output need to stay a priority despite the changes that come along in my life. Several years ago I weighed 205 lbs. I was eating wrong, not moving, and ignoring my PCOS. Obviously that did not work well for me. I started working with a trainer at Gold’s Gym named Steve. Together we worked on nutrition and an exercise regimen. Over about 6-8 months I dropped down to 143 lbs. I felt great and could easily maintain that weight with exercise and a healthy diet. I maintained that weight for several more years, and then I started at ISU and quit serving. I basically went from disciplined to not and big surprise gained weight. My weight was back up to 179 lbs (ouch!) and 36 days ago I decided to really do something.
I am working with a nutritionist from Boise who is helping me eat for PCOS. I am amazed at how many foods slipped back into my diet that I once knew not to eat. Potatoes, butter, processed foods ~ come on!! I know better than that, or did at one time. I have no excuses. I just got lazy about watching my diet and regularly exercising.
So here is my current plan:
Eating: 4*day, 1400 cal, divided into strict categories: 10 g or less of fat, 30g carbs per meal and 35g protein per meal. What does that look like? 3 oz sweet potato and 6 oz of chicken breast, 4 oz of long grain brown rice and 6 oz of chicken, 6 egg whites and 1/2 c oat meal. I can have coffee w/ no sugar or milk and water. I have mostly cut lactose from my diet, too. Amazing how much better I feel!
Exercise: 6*week: 2 days regular cardio, 2 days interval cardio, 2 days crossfit.
Speaking of which, I need to go move!
