Hello @queensfaith8, I would like to add my welcome to Connect along with @dadcue and others. I also gained a lot of weight my first go round with PMR that last 3-1/2 years. One of things I did after my first PMR flare was to eat healthier and exercise more to help with the weight gain. It turned out to be a blessing making the changes for me as my second time with PMR only lasted 1-1/2 years before I was able to taper off of prednisone. If you haven't already seen it, this site describes some helpful suggestions.

--- Polymyalgia Rheumatica Diet: Do's and Don'ts
https://www.healthline.com/health/polymyalgia-rheumatica-diet