Friday, September 9, 2016

Weight Gain Struggles


One of the enduring effects of my psychiatric medication side effects is the weight gain.

Side effects can occur when one starts a new medicine or when there is a dose change in a medicine one is already taking. I had a medicine dose change, an increase, in 2013, shortly after the picture on the left was taken to control a manic episode. In 2013 I gained 52 pounds over the span of a three- or four-month window of time.

In 2015, while manic again, I managed to lose about 25 pounds or so. I wasn't consciously trying to lose weight, I wasn't exercising, but when I'm manic I eat less. I wrote about my weight fluctuations last year. But since then I've gained all the weight back. I think it partly had to do with my birth control.

I used to avoid taking pictures after I initially gained the weight. I was used to being thin my entire life and to all of a sudden put on so much weight... I didn't like the way I looked in clothes. I felt frumpy.

Now, I make an effort to buy clothes that flatter my shape. And it doesn't hurt that my boyfriend likes my current body. It's a great boost to my self-esteem and body image.

I'd still like to lose some of this weight. I don't need to get back down to 128 pounds (I'm currently 169 pounds), but I want to be smaller. I haven't been exercising consistently. To change that, I signed up for a fitness class held at my town's recreation center. The first class is next week. I'm hoping to attend regularly.

Wish me luck!




34 comments:

  1. rose@mail.postmanllc.net

    ReplyDelete
    Replies
    1. Great weight loss journey! 😃

      I commend you for all the hard work you put yourself through. I know it ain't easy 🙏

      Losing weight can be done with zero exercise minutes per day. Weight loss comes down to energy balance, as long as you’re eating fewer calories than you are burning (you burn calories every second, regardless of what you’re doing), you will lose weight. Exercise is one way to manipulate this energy balance and increase the amount of calories burned.

      So yes, it is certainly possible to exercise for 1 minute and lose weight.

      1 minute of specific weight loss routines, is equivalent to 45 minutes of moderate exercise at the gym 🏋️

      To be honest, I don't know too much more about it other than it working great for me and hubby, click here to take their 1 minute quiz: 1 Minute Weight Loss
      👈

      I highly suggest your readers check it out if they're looking to lose your weight easily once and for all.

      Good luck!

      Jane
      Lost 17 pounds in 3 Months w/ little to no exercise

      Delete
  2. I know what you're going through. I was on depakote, and I gained weight with it. The meds help, but some of them make you gain weight like crazy. I'm currently on Latuda and Abilify, and they're working well for me. No weight gain with these, so I'm able to actually lose weight now. I just want to be healthy and fit, you know? I hope that you enjoy your fitness class, and I hope that you achieve your goals. Thank you for sharing this.

    ReplyDelete
  3. its Nice
    You can find millions of weight gain pills over an internet today, but the fact are that the most of them bogus and doesn’t yield any fruitful results.

    ReplyDelete
  4. Thank you very much for this useful article. I like it. How to lose weight fast for men

    ReplyDelete
  5. This comment has been removed by the author.

    ReplyDelete
  6. Hi...
    I like this post.
    if you want to know more about weight gain treatment then weight gain treatment will help you to increase your weight without any side effect.

    ReplyDelete
  7. Thanks for sharing your post. Weight loss is a major problem these days. People want to increase their weight. Herbal treatment for weight gain is more effective and safe. Visit http://vetollxl.com/

    ReplyDelete
  8. Interesting topic for a blog. I have been searching the Internet for fun and came upon your website. Fabulous post. Thanks a ton for sharing your knowledge! It is great to see that some people still put in an effort into managing their websites. I'll be sure to check back again real soon.
    WEIGHT LOSS

    ReplyDelete
  9. I haven’t any word to appreciate this post.....Really i am impressed from this post....the person who create this post it was a great human..thanks for shared this with us.

    ReplyDelete
  10. Positive site, where did u come up with the information on this posting? I'm pleased I discovered it though, ill be checking back soon to find out what additional posts you include. weight loss clinic san francisco

    ReplyDelete
  11. Yes i am totally agreed with this article and i just want say that this article is very nice and very informative article.I will make sure to be reading your blog more. You made a good point but I can't help but wonder, what about the other side? !!!!!!THANKS!!!!!! otslabwane

    ReplyDelete
  12. What are the risks of taking forskolin?
    Flushing, fast heart beats, and low blood pressure when taken through an IV.
    Upper respiratory tract irritation, cough, tremor, and restlessness when inhaled.
    Stinging of the eyes and enlarging of the blood vessels in the eyes.
    Headache.

    ReplyDelete
  13. An fascinating discussion is value comment. I think that it is best to write extra on this matter, it won’t be a taboo topic however generally people are not enough to talk on such topics. To the next. Cheers
    как да отслабна без диета

    ReplyDelete
  14. I read a article under the same title some time ago, but this articles quality is much, much better. How you do this..
    tailbone seat cushion

    ReplyDelete
  15. Superbly written article, if only all bloggers offered the same content as you, the internet would be a far better place.. houston apetamin vitamin store near me

    ReplyDelete
  16. I recently came across your blog and have been reading along. I thought I would leave my first comment. I don't know what to say except that I have enjoyed reading. Nice blog. I will keep visiting this blog very often.
    Philadelphia weight loss doctors that prescribe weight loss pills

    ReplyDelete
  17. I have recently started a blog, the info you provide on this site has helped me greatly. Thanks  for all of your time & work.  
    Weight Watchers Diet 2019

    ReplyDelete
  18. Thanks for sharing this information. I really like your blog post very much. You have really shared a informative and interesting blog post with people.. xavier mendes avis

    ReplyDelete
  19. Greetings Manic, you really did an awesome stuff here.I enjoyed the entire experience you shared here for your fans and visitors. I am here as a sudden stranger who was looking for collecting some helpful composes on the weight gain issue. Though I have already traveled some relevant sites like Houston Apetamin Vitamin Store, I was thirst for leaning more on that. And of course that is why I am here now by googling. I enjoyed the details and wondered how you managed to lose 25 pounds! It's indeed a hard task but you made it possible. Also I would like to acknowledge that I have got some great ideas trailing to the end of your brilliant contribution.

    ReplyDelete
  20. The effects listed on the product label are there because these are the effects that the product has had on 'some' of the test group. Some of the diet pill testers may be fine taking the product, while others may have adverse effects. leptitox method

    ReplyDelete
  21. Thanks for sharing this informative blog..Keep posting.
    For all kind of astrological services contact Best Astrologer in Nizamabad.

    ReplyDelete
  22. Thank you for your post. This is excellent information.
    For Upvc Windows in Chikmagalur. Contact us.

    ReplyDelete
  23. Great blog, Thanks for sharing this information.
    Best Astrologer in Margao providing online astrology services.

    ReplyDelete
  24. Such a very useful article. Very interesting to read this article
    Black Magic Astrologer in Brisbane

    ReplyDelete
  25. Nice Post. Thank you for sharing this Information.
    All kind of Bridal Jewellery for Rent in Basavanagudi.

    ReplyDelete
  26. Such a great post, thanks for posting this kind of useful information.
    Visit Best Astrologer in Malleswaram

    ReplyDelete
  27. Dealing with weight gain can be tough, but remember, you're not alone in this journey. It's okay to face struggles, and small steps can lead to big changes. Stay positive and focus on what makes you feel good inside and out. You've got this!

    ReplyDelete
  28. Klonopin, a benzodiazepine, soothes the storm of anxiety. By amplifying calming GABA, it quells panic attacks, eases social anxieties, and helps restless minds find peace. This long-acting friend offers steady relief, but like any good companion, requires careful handling. Buy Klonopin online without a prescription

    ReplyDelete
  29. Klonopin, a benzodiazepine, soothes the storm of anxiety. It amplifies GABA, a brain chemical that chills out overactive neurons. Panic attacks? Social anxieties? Klonopin can be a lifeline, reducing their frequency and intensity, restoring calm and control.
    Buy Klonopin online without a RX in USA

    ReplyDelete