hypothyroidism and morning motivation

I have an underactive thyroid and am feeling like I need to kick up my workouts a bit with some morning HIIT or running but I seriously lack the ability to get out of bed in time, any suggestions for leaving your bed in the A.M.? I'd also like to talk about hypothyroidism and weight loss. It feels impossible at this point.

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I usually take my medication around midnight to 2 AM. I have been doing it so long I no longer set my alarm. If I do sleep thru and take them in the morning I also have trouble getting up and moving. I have also noticed that carb cycling seems to help. Weight loss is possible.

unknown

emmit123 wrote: »

I have an underactive thyroid and am feeling like I need to kick up my workouts a bit with some morning HIIT or running but I seriously lack the ability to get out of bed in time, any suggestions for leaving your bed in the A.M.? I'd also like to talk about hypothyroidism and weight loss. It feels impossible at this point.

You don't honestly lack the ability. You just don't want it bad enough.

Go to bed earlier
Get up when the alarm goes off.
Set your clothes out the night before

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lsSC2vx7zFQ

unknown

I agree taking the medication about midnight can help. This ties into the natural circadian rhythm of our bodies. I have been taking mine about 10-30 pm and see 6-30 am. I don't say it helps me get up then though. I've read t3 is the hormone which kick starts our days. This is what we need to make from the t4 storage pre hormone, we are prescribed (most of us are unable to have t3 prescribed) To facilitate the conversion we need to ensure we have the right vitamins and minerals available, though this is a simplistic statement for a very complex subject which involves all other aspects of our endocrine system.

Have you looked at your local thyroid support site for information on the testing of thyroid hormones. I've looked at the UK, USA, Australian and Canadian ones and they all have similarly good information. Additionally there is the US based web site "Stop the Thyroid Madness," much of the information is also available as a book. There are so many different reasons for an under-functioning thyroid so there will never be just one right answer. You may be told your numbers are in the, "normal range now". You need to know and record your own numbers. These numbers may well need to be different for yourself because we are all different. Many of us still have symptoms even when we are told we are fine now. I remember something like Thyroid Advocacy, or variations on this which may also be helpful to you.

If you have been diagnosed for some time, have you had your levels reviewed? especially if you have made changes in your life or had changes thrust upon you. Try to read, learn as much as you can. Many doctors do not see the need to refer you to an endocrinologist, thinking they know all there is to know. If they do make the referral, you may still not be sure of the best advice. Many people may manage with what they are told but more have discovered they need to be their own advocate.

If you wish to join a group on here there is the Hypothyroidism and Hyperthyroidism group. Usually it is very active but is is a little quiet since Friday.

Hope you get to feel better soon.
(edited to add group)

unknown

Is it possible that your fatigue is low iron? Are you taking your synthroid everyday at the same time? I am also hypo and have been for 18 yrs. I have been feeling exhausted lately, but I know it isn't my hypo. I know when my thyroid is off because I get pretty specific symptoms. I don't eat nearly the protein I should, so my guess is that I'm lacking iron (this after talking to a family doc). Usually working out energizes me and doesn't cause more fatigue.

unknown

Many good advice here. I have hypoT too (what a *kitten*!) and take 25mcg every morning. It changes your life, no doubt... metabolism becomes sluggish, and the hormones just screw up all motivations regarding fitness and positive thinking. Somedays I just watch the clock tick and the hours melt. And see-eat. But there are other days which are much better. On the bad days, often I give in... but perhaps I should try harder to fight it. Fuzzipeg, thanks for the info, I am going to check out the thyroid support group

OP, I too am in the same boat but for different reasons. I live in India, and my city has one of the worst climates - its 35 at 6am most of the year and too hot to walk, job, or even take a stroll. I go to bed around 11pm (no way to go to sleep earlier), it's impossible for me to get up before 6am and walk (primarily because it's not safe for women in my neighbourhood, esp from the dogs roaming in the street!).

After fretting and wasting a lot of time, what I did was buy a gym m'ship. It's expensive, yes, but it's so worth it. I can walk whenever I want, any time of the day, and I also take the group classes and cross train. I am not the type to make friends at the gym, but I still feel motivated just to be on the floor with other kindred spirits and work out every day (not on sundays). Above all, the gym has stopped me from feeling guilt about my own inactiveness.

I know this solution may not work for everyone, but I think when we hit a roadblock, it's a good idea to alternate options. If not a gym m'ship, perhaps you can think about joining zumba or belly dance or aerobic dance classes... morning is a good time to exercise, yes, but if it's becoming very difficult to get up, then it may be better not to force it and just work out during other times. Good luck!

unknown

Hi there, I was told that I have low FT4 from my last annual checkup and I have gained 10lbs mystically in the last few months. I start doing exercise everyday and tracking what I am eating through MFP and so far I've lost few pounds. Let's motivate each other.

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_Waffle_ wrote: »

emmit123 wrote: »

I have an underactive thyroid and am feeling like I need to kick up my workouts a bit with some morning HIIT or running but I seriously lack the ability to get out of bed in time, any suggestions for leaving your bed in the A.M.? I'd also like to talk about hypothyroidism and weight loss. It feels impossible at this point.

You don't honestly lack the ability. You just don't want it bad enough.
Go to bed earlier

Get up when the alarm goes off.

Set your clothes out the night before

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lsSC2vx7zFQ

You obviously don't have hypothyroidism...

unknown

Hi I have the same issues I go to the gp who tells me my blood results are normal yet I feel tired demotivated and helpless the weight is still Pilling on my hair won't grow and is still falling out where to start?

unknown

I have same issue. I have been going to a naturepath who prescribed Naturethroid (desicated thyroid). Also added magnesium and iron. Have your ferritin levels checked. Problem I have is only cash only doctors will go to the level of testing and it can be quite expensive. Also consider going gluten free. That has helped me too. My energy is better but still lack motivation to get up and work out in the moring. I will get there thought. Just need to commit.

unknown

I have had hypothyroid for the last 17 years, right after I gave birth to mu second child and was never athletic growing up, but in 2010, I just got a set of workout DVD's, Billy blanks boot camp. He used to talk during the workouts, saying "put on your motivation in the morning, just the way you wear your clothes before doing anything" his words has stayed with me since then. I have been working out non stop since 2010, I have done most beach body's workouts, now doing my 3rd round of body beast (by the way, weight training is very important for hypos). honestly, I am in the best shape of my life, much much much better than my 20's, even tho I looked good then too.
but still, for weight loss, I still had challenges, but since following IIFYM (If It Fits Your Macros) my weight started dropping steadily.
so, decide if getting in shape is really what you want, and commit to get it and you will succeed for sure. by the way, I am 46 now. loving my 40's!