My wife and I started the 5:2 Fast Diet in January 2014, and continue. At start I was slightly overweight (160 pounds, 5 feet 9 inches); by April 2014 I was down to about 145 pounds and have stayed within 2-3 pounds of that since then, with a 600 calorie fast 1-2 times / week, with several 2-3 week vacation trips per year, when we don’t do the fast. I don’t have a set exercise routine, but on sunny days I take 1-2 hour hikes in woods or other natural areas. I also take hour long, quite hot baths 2-3 times per week, which seems to help me control weight. Recently I’ve started 1-2 20 minute meditation most days. The Fast Diet has worked well for me for 4 years, and I am grateful.