Hypothyroidism Support Group
Hypothyroidism is the disease state caused by insufficient production of thyrohormone by the thyroid gland. There are several distinct causes for chronic hypothyroidism, the most common being Hashimoto's thyroiditis and hypothyroidism following radioiodine therapy for hyperthyroidism. Advanced hypothyroidism may cause severe complications, the most serious one of which is...
Hi everyone, it's been a really long time since I've been on here, but I'm back. So it's been two years since I was diagnosed hypo, and I'm on Erfa Thyroid (Canadian version of ndt). My numbers are good, but the weight loss is stagnant. I'm still a bit tired, and I just can't seem to find the motivation to move.
I know that I am in this place of hoping the meds will help me increase my metabolism, and lose some weight, but that's not happened at all since I've found a balance in my lab tests. I know that it's a bit of a mental game getting over that hurdle of this being the "new normal". I've spent the last two years being so tired and run down, that I've become used to the sedentary lifestyle. I do feel better, though certainly not perfect.
I'd love to know what some of you have done to get over that mental hurdle of getting more active knowing that this is a "new normal". I can't seem to find that trigger. I used to be an athlete and was highly involved in many dancing groups, so the 200+ lb girl is not who I used to be. Any thoughts would be most appreciated!
I know that I am in this place of hoping the meds will help me increase my metabolism, and lose some weight, but that's not happened at all since I've found a balance in my lab tests. I know that it's a bit of a mental game getting over that hurdle of this being the "new normal". I've spent the last two years being so tired and run down, that I've become used to the sedentary lifestyle. I do feel better, though certainly not perfect.
I'd love to know what some of you have done to get over that mental hurdle of getting more active knowing that this is a "new normal". I can't seem to find that trigger. I used to be an athlete and was highly involved in many dancing groups, so the 200+ lb girl is not who I used to be. Any thoughts would be most appreciated!
Still - I think there is some merit in what he says, that having a predisposition to thinking you are going to be in pain will amplify the pain you already have.
I had to start out with like 10-15 minutes, then build.
I had a terrible time with the "flu" this past winter, so I lost alot of muscle. They were all weak.
Take it easy on yourself...you'll get there.
Wish me luck!!!
PS Artists Way rocks
to all!