One of the most overwhelming conditions for most of the women these days is PCOS/ PCOD. Not just a symptom it comes as a package- irregular periods, hormonal imbalance, stubborn weight gain, mood swings and so on. Weight loss is a nightmare for PCOD/PCOS warriors. And weight loss is not about looking fit, it is deeply connected to hormones, insulin and overall well-being. 

If you are someone who tried to lose weight several times and couldn’t achieve your weight loss goal, January is actually the best month to start and let’s discuss why.

January- The Fresh Start

January naturally feels like a fresh start. The last six months of every year is filled with festivals, travels, irregular routines and diets. That’s why the new year feels like a fresh start and a chance to reset both mentally and physically.For everyone consistency is really important, especially for women with PCOS, starting in January helps you:

• To build structured habits
• To stick to a routine without frequent disruption
• Stay motivated by monthly progress

Instead of chasing bigger goals, setting realistic goals which don’t burden you physically and mentally is really important. Starting your weight loss journey from January feels like you have a full long year to attain the goal.

Festive Season over- Time to fix hormonal damage

Second half of a year will be always filled with lot of festivals and celebrations and this often comes with: 

• High sugar foods
• Refined carbohydrates
• Lack of sleep
• Skipped workouts

All these factors adversely affect a normal healthy person. In the case of women with PCOS, this can worsen their insulin resistance and inflammation.That’s why January became an ideal time to detox, rebalance and bring the body back to its natural rhythm.

Starting early in the year gives the body enough time to adopt a healthy routine before the next festive season.

Don’t Complicate- Home Workouts are Enough

Let me burst one of the biggest myths around PCOS weight loss- You don’t need intense gym workouts to lose weight. In reality simple home workouts are more than enough and sustainable for PCOS.

January is a great time to start home workouts because: 

• Less travel and social events
• Cold weather reduces fatigue
• Best time to build routine as a fresh start

For PCOS, the focus should be on:

• Strength training
• Low-impact cardio
• Mobility workout

Home workouts help to reduce stress hormones which play a huge role in PCOS related weight gain.

PCOS/ PCOD Diet Plan 

Diet plays a major role than exercise for PCOS/PCOD warriors.A well structured diet plan and it focuses on : 

• Regulated blood sugar levels
• Foods which reduces inflammation
• Adequate amount of protein
• Balanced carbs
• Healthy fats

Why January makes it easier to follow a diet plan is:

• Fewer celebration so less cheat meals 
• More control over daily routine
• Can work on better grocery planning

Instead of diet crashing often, January is a perfect month to adopt a long term PCOS-friendly eating pattern that helps to regulate hormones and improve gut health.

Don’t wait- Start early

Weight loss for normal people is tough and in the case of PCOS weight loss is even tougher. But don’t worry, that’s okay. That’s why starting in January will help you:

• To give 3-4 months to see visible changes
• Enough time for hormonal improvements
• Better metabolism

By the time festivals arrive- you’re not rushing or stressing about the weight- because you will already be confident, in shape, and more in tune with your body.

Let’s start building a PCOS Friendly Lifestyle

The goal of starting your weight loss journey is not simply about losing weight but also about:

• Improved energy
• Reduced cravings
• Better mental health

When you start in January, you are giving yourself the space to build healthy habits which will last all the year- balanced diet, home workouts, better sleep and reduced stress.

So, This January You Are Starting it

If you have PCOS/PCOD, waiting to lose weight, this January is your month to start your weight loss journey. But if you think you need a professional partner to make your journey much easier, we Naabfit is always there for you. Naabfit helps you in PCOS/PCOD weight loss by giving you a personal nutritionist and trainer giving you the right diet and easy home work outs. Because everyone is unique and a personalized approach will help to lose weight in a much more efficient manner. 

Let’s start this together this January, not alone, we are with you.