Hi, everyone.

I’m a 28 year old male, living in England. I’ve been into fitness for a long time, but had a crappy period in my life that really knocked me backwards. I finally managed to get back into the swing of things, but struggle sometimes and understand that I need support. I feel this place may be the supportive and informational environment that I’m looking for.

I’m 6ft tall and currently weigh 192lbs. I’ve lost 35lbs, if not more, and gained muscle, in the last 6 or 7 months. (when I managed to really get back into fitness) I’ve been doing plenty of cardio, from biking, jogging, and long-distance walking. I do resistance workouts 3-4 times a week. (I should be doing 4, but I seem to have lost track a little, as I’ve been focusing so much on cardio)

I’ve been thinking about fasting for a while, but it’s almost in secret, because people think I’m nuts for even considering “starving” the body. I can see how it could be beneficial. I’ve not done a whole ton of research into fasting, but what I have learned, tells me that it is safe; it seems to tap into the survival part of the body, and forces it to draw from fat reserves. A concern I have is that I would lose muscle, which is why I would have to continue with my protein shakes.

Thanks, Foxy, and cool name. xD

I honestly have no idea where to start. Do I just… eat as normal then pick two days in a week to only eat 600kcal? Another concern I have is not being able to maintain my workouts. Does it get easier?