Hypothyroidism/Medication Effects on Training

Hello all,

I’m a 23y.o. Male, 5 foot 8 inches and weigh 180lbs. I’ve recently had blood work done at my general practitioner and came back with some interesing results. My bad cholesterol was pretty high, and I have an under functioning thyroid. Doc mentioned in the blood work results that he would recommend Synthroid to help bring up the hormone production in my thyroid. I have yet to find out dosage or anything as I haven’t said yes to the meds yet. I first wanted to research some more about the problem and more about the medication I’ve been recommended.

Can anyone shed light on how Synthroid would effect my body’s ability to lose/gain weight (muscle/fat)? And any other related problems encountered/heard about from this particular medication or this condition?

Thank you to anyone who takes the time to read and respond.
~Hypnotix

Go to the T Replacement and read the thyroid stickies.

You might find that Synthroid is a bad choice for you.