Training for Century - Feeling Very Sick on the Bike - PCOS? HELP?

[Flybye]

Hello!
I have PCOS as well and have been diagnosed as borderline on insulin resistance. I have it under control with diet and exercise. I have never felt better once I started eating right and exercising.

I second what Amy said about having to work harder to get to the goal and that recovery might take a little longer. That just makes the victory sweeter!

One thing that I am wondering as I read through your posts... are you taking Metformin? There is a possibility that medication is causing the problem.
http://www.medicinenet.com/metformin/article.htm
I took it for two days b/c a Dr. recommended it. I threw it away and haven't looked back. I am assuming that during exercise, the body becomes more efficient in it's use of insulin and if you throw a medication in the works, it could really cause some havoc. Might be a good question for a Dr. that is knowledgeable as both a physician and an athlete. Or a pharmacist that is an athlete.

As an aside, I have found that I can eat pretty much any amount of carbs that I want while I ride as long as I have some protein to go with them or if I alternate a snack with carbs and one with protein. I tend to reach for a protein bar b/c they are easy to put in a jersey.

Good luck!

[gabriellesca]

Thanks Flyby - I don't take Metformin. I tried it for a while but the side effects were harsh for me.

I think that making sure I have some protein while I ride - although not too much (from what I'm reading) - is going to be really key next weekend.

Today is our last training ride - a very easy and flat 15 mile ride to lunch and then 15 miles back. I'm looking forward to something flat for once!

Thanks everyone for your help! My fears about next weekend and my first (and maybe only) Century are mounting. But my ankle, knee, and foot got the okay from my ortho which is great!

[Kvixen23]

I'm trying to get to Wichita Falls next weekend for my century, Hotter'n'Hell!! While I don't have any medical issues (diagnosed anyways) It will be my first and I am nervous. Since it is the same date you posted, I was just wondering if it is the same ride.

In any case, listen to your body!! It will tell you when you've had enough. Take a lot of breaks and be safe. Most important, HAVE FUN!!!!