02-27-2008, 02:41 PM
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Just keep moving ...
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holy cramps Batman!
OK, so to preface: I am very happy with my weightloss. In fact, I am EXTATIC about it, but...
Its that TOM again, and I haven't had cramps this bad in years!! Any thoughts on if its related to my weightloss? Or maybe my increased activity level? 
Ow ow ow ow ow..... 
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02-27-2008, 02:44 PM
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here we go again
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that sucks! I don't really have much advice or knowledge to impart except that when I get that way sometimes it helps to put a heating pad on my belly or my back.
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02-27-2008, 02:47 PM
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One pound at a time!
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That is strange. For me, the more active I am, the LESS cramps I have.
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02-27-2008, 03:06 PM
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Skinny cow in the making!
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I tend to get worse cramps the more weight I lose and the more exercise I do.
It's just because weight loss can apparently affect your hormones a bit and it can take stuff a while to settle down (that's what my doc said anyways!)
Just got to take loads of painkillers and snuggle up with hot water bottles to get through it chicky!
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02-27-2008, 03:12 PM
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A loser losing happily
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yeah, I actually get a bit more crampy, the more weight that I lose and the more exercise I do
It sucks, but i prefer it vs. the alternative of no cramps and no weightloss
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02-27-2008, 03:26 PM
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Blabbermouth
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My PMS is better since I've been working out.
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02-27-2008, 03:29 PM
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Just keep moving ...
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 Thanks ladies.
Jadey - your post reminded me of something I read once. I think that is said that fat stores estrogen, so when you burn fat it releases additional estrogen into your system. Or something like that... I didn't really connect it though.
I'm off to find a hot water bottle! Ow ow ow ow
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02-27-2008, 04:27 PM
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I can do it!
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I don't have cramps. Losing weight have affected me differently, I just go on forever (what seems like forever) but I haven't had any cramps, which I guess is ok, I've rather have cramps then have to deal with TOM for 4 weeks though.
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02-27-2008, 04:28 PM
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Senior Member
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When I have icky cramps I take some advil, chug some water and go for a walk. Dehydration can cause muscles to feel not so hot, your uterus is no exception! And moving helps those muscles loosen up.
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02-27-2008, 04:33 PM
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I can do this, yes I can!
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I have noticed that since I have been working out and dieting that TOM doesnt last as long and the cramps arent as bad but I still can't shake my pre-TOM cravings. It is a battle not to eat everything in sight. Any ideas on how to subside this feeling of starvation. 
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02-27-2008, 04:36 PM
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Cramps are a Bee-yotch. Personally I prefer Excedrin and I drink lots of water too. Stay warm and I find protein helps more than sugar. Finally try distracting yourself with a good book or movie. I know it's not very active but a busy mind can be a wonderful thing.
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02-27-2008, 07:10 PM
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Senior Member
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holy cramps, batman!  That is too funny!
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02-27-2008, 09:41 PM
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Member
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Curl up in the fetal position and have someone rub your back? ...I wish that was an option for me. I'm right there with you, girl. I just downed a ton of water and a few advil. Hope you're feeling better soon!
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02-27-2008, 09:54 PM
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Senior Member
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oh man, I get REALLY terrible cramps as well. It feels like someone is punching you in the stomach. I know it's supposed to help to exercise, but a lot of the time I can barely get out of bed!!
I once got the bf to (literally, not a joke) push me in the computer chair into the bathroom so that I wouldn't have to stand up before I took a bath to try and loosen up that stupid uterus of mine. That was NOT a good day!
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