DAY 3 – UK – FD
DAY 2 – NFD

A fairly good weekend but still over TDEE on both days so today needs to be a FD!!!

Started the day with an early Broga class followed by a 9km walk with a couple of friends. Pilates session mid afternoon and ending the day with a gentle yoga session for lower back pain (niggling left lower back pain for a week)

@kazoo @murielpuce @prettyhelen @time4me – welcome to these challenges – lots of support and advice willingly given – it does help to know that others have your back
@bert1802 and @shinything – sorry to hear about your tooth trouble – hopefully settles down sooner than later with the antibiotics 🤗
@michelinme – lovely to have you back – I was MIA for most of July too. Sorry to hear about your ongoing health issues exacerbated by a dose of coronavirus 🤞your energy levels start to move upwards – self care is so important as these times 🤗
@songbirdme – let August be the month for us maintainers to drop those extra couple of kgs – we can do this!!
@jaifaim @judyjudes – thank you for the welcome back and I still plank as part of my Broga and aerobic classes!
@daffodil2010 – hopefully you and OH had a fab day out taking the motorcycle for a spin around the Midlands and again today 🏍
@kazoo – nice to see someone else from the Lake District joining in – what a small world we live in sometimes 🤗 sounds like you had a fab swim in Windemere – you must be a good 🏊‍♀️
@fasterjo – Happy belated birthday to you and you are not the only one who went MIA in July – nice to be back and motivated!
@northerndawn – I remember you from early 2019 – welcome back and you know what to do – stick to the basics and remember to drink plenty of water – you have done it before so can do it again 💪
@jaifaim – so sorry to read about your Dad 🤗 I am sure that your Dad knew you were at his bedside overnight – keep talking to him and holding his hands – thinking of you all and your mum xx
@northgeorgia – You will do well back at the office – you know we have your back so positive thoughts only!! And hopefully the issues with your Dad’s heart are well controlled as he has been managing it for the best part of a year now

I too am joining all 3 of today’s pocket lists

Pocket List – Day 3 🍏
@penz
@dykask WFD
@snowflake56
@fasterjo
@i-hate-lettuce
@judyjudes
@funshipfreddie
@murielpuce
@brightonbelle
@flourbaby
@northgeorgia
@hedwig6
@at

ZBC
@emma-taylor
@penz
@snowflake56
@funshipfreddie
@brightonbelle
@kazoo
@flourbaby
@hedwig6
@at

DTF List – Day 3 ☕️
@emma-taylor
@funshipfreddie
@brightonbelle
@flourbaby
@at

Remember that TOGETHER WE ARE STRONGER!

Day 3 – on vacation at 8500′ in Colorado

Welcome back, @northerndawn! I too gained back the weight I lost on 5:2 (from 166 in 2013 to 137 in 2015), and was always a pear also. I’m down 12 pounds to 152 this go-around, but am offended by all the extra bulk still around my waist, so we can cheer each other on on our similar journeys!
Yay, @i-hate-lettuce, have fun choosing smaller clothes!
@judyjudes, well done on resisting snacking temptation!
Aww, @jaifaim, I’m so sorry for the sorrow in your life. I too believe your dad has known you are there.
Welcome back, @prettyhelen, and good luck; we have you any time you slip!
@time4me, we LOVE and welcome new people and are so glad you’ve joined us; good luck in your journey down!
@northgeorgia, I’m so sorry to hear about your dad. I look forward to hearing how impressed your co-workers were to see the new you!

Okay, I’ve finally figured out how to respond to individual parts…but you’d all laugh to see me doing so while following around 10MO DGD while everyone else sleeps, LOL!

Have a grand day everyone!

Day 3 Canada NFD

Had a bigger lunch with lots of raw and pickled veggies yesterday to get me through the afternoon munchies. Seemed easier but habits are hard to crack. The MFP is a good eye opener. Any advice on adding exercise data to MFP? It seems to give me a really high TDEE 🤷‍♀️

Welcome back @fasterjo @northerndawn

@jaifaim thinking of you and your family 🙏

@flourbaby craziest thing? Acupuncture🤦‍♀️I had small thumb tacks near my ears which when pushed were supposed to suppress appetite. All it did was make me feel sad and teary.
Off for another 🚲 ride today
ZBC
@emma-taylor
@penz
@snowflake56
@funshipfreddie
@brightonbelle
@kazoo
@flourbaby
@hedwig6
@bellyblast

Day 3 FD Lake District UK

2nd post

Well 1st fast day for August done. Finished eating and kitchen closed till tomorrow at 11am.

@at I am not a very good swimmer but it is something we like doing. We do wear wetsuits and do still feel the cold so I have bought a pair of thermal swim gloves and that really makes a difference. The worse bit is when a boat goes by and you have to swim through the wake. I get washed about a bit.

@hedwig6 Thanks for letting me know you have changed the challenge sheet

See you all tomorrow

@stitchincarol Can you share/explain how you respond to individual parts. I make a list as the day goes so that I don’t miss anyone out. There has got to be a better way . All this is new to me. Thank you

Day 3 Oxfordshire, UK – FD
A great FD so far, just waiting on diner to be ready. Not felt particularly hungry. If only all FDs were like this
@jaifaim – so sorry to hear about your dad. Be gentle with yourself. When my dad left us I turned to comfort eating.
@emmataylor I also think some people don’t have a very healthy relationship with food. Feeling the need to ‘treat’ or ‘comfort’ themselves.
@Brighton Belle – I’m with you on the DTF.
Welcome to all the newbies and returners. Its great to have such good company with ups and downs of fasting, hopefully more downs than ups as far as lbs are concerned.
Pocket List – Day 3 🍏
@penz
@dykask WFD
@snowflake56
@fasterjo
@i-hate-lettuce
@judyjudes
@funshipfreddie
@murielpuce
@brightonbelle
@flourbaby
@northgeorgia
@hedwig6
@at
@suki2

ZBC
@emma-taylor
@penz
@snowflake56
@funshipfreddie
@brightonbelle
@kazoo
@flourbaby
@hedwig6
@at
@bellyblast

DTF List – Day 3 ☕️
@emma-taylor
@funshipfreddie
@brightonbelle
@flourbaby
@at
@suki2

Day 4- Atlanta, GA- USA- FD

Glad to be back for August!!

Day 4 – Japan – NFD

WFD was okay, a bit harder. I think it was because I was tried as I was up a lot in the middle of the night the day before. One of the joys of getting older I guess.

Day 3 Minnesota, USA NFD

Sending you hugs @jaifaim, and prayers for your family. Thanks for the welcome back, @songbirdme, @at, @stitchincarol, @snowflake56, @flourbaby, @bellyblast, and the welcome from @funshipfreddie.

I am here on the forum late today as I got caught up in chores and work early on. I’m over TDEE, I’m afraid. I hope I can get back into the swing of 5:2 quickly.

I need to re-familiarize myself with some of the abbreviations as well. ZBC?

It’s so great to see so many familiar names! I’ve missed this group!

Planning on a FD tomorrow. I really need a very successful one for momentum.
I’ll get on the forum early and catch up with posts. And get myself organized for the day.

Take care and stay strong!

Day 4, Emden Germany, FD

not in the best mood today, I hope it will improve later as we’ll have dance class at 8:30 am.

@penz you’re welcome, I always post early in the morning, if I don’t I’ll forget it.

@time4me welcome!

@flourbaby 5:2 is the first thing I tried to loose weight, after reading the things a few of you tried out, I’m glad I found 5:2

Pocket list day 4 🍒
@therealwil78
@time4me
@snowflake56

ZBC
@penz
@snowflake56

Have a nice day everyone!

Day 4 – Lakes UK – FD

Good morning everyone

What day yesterday, got me a whole new wardrobe! Well, just about!

@stitchincarol – @flourbaby – not sure how much fun it was and the plastic took a real pasting, it wasn’t just me who needed new clothes, Mrs I-H-L needed stuff as well. Nearly needed a Sherpa to get back to the car. The best part about it was the smaller sizes, what a difference, first rail was trousers, picked out 3 pair, fitted really well 2 sizes down! It was the same wherever I went, shirts/suit/jackets all in sizes much smaller, really brought it home how much I’ve shrunk.

@jaifaim – Sad time for you, but remember the happy time with Dad, have a hug from me this morning.

Re crazy thing – Not so much crazy as daft, tried to be smart and ‘improve’ the 5:2 diet, trying and fiddling round with things, always fail and go straight back to basics …. it works!

Not going to do a B2B FD today, although can’t eat much until after todays visit to medics, which is in the afternoon! Maybe shouldn’t have had an FD yesterday, but with being out until mid afternoon it was easy!

Take care all

Day 4 – UK – NFD

FD went totally to plan. However, my sleep is the worse after a FD. Barely got 6hrs which leaves me very tired and un-energetic. I will be mindful any extra hunger pangs felt today could be down to pesky Leptin fluctuations.

@jaifaim ❤️

@flourbaby I could do better on the water intake too. I try lining my bottles up, having a jug with lemon or mint in the fridge, ringing after each loo trip etc … but some days it just won’t go in

@northerndawn ZBC > Zero Breakfast Club I think.

@time4me Welcome 😊

Have a good one everyone!

Pocket List – Day 4 🍒
@therealwil78
@time4me WFD
@snowflake56
@daffodil2010
@i-hate-lettuce ?

ZBC
@penz
@snowflake56
@flourbaby
@emma-taylor
@funshipfreddie

DTF List – Day 4 ☕️
@flourbaby
@daffodil2010
@emma-taylor
@funshipfreddie

Day 4 UK NFD

Yay ! did it Wanted to be in the zbc but for some reason recently got it in my head that the morning after a FD I needed a breakfast when in actual fact it’s the opposite , a minor victory but it’s set me up for the day 💪

Silliest thing ? Thinking spending money – buying the book or equipment or a membership would somehow guarantee success I’ve learnt the hard way it’s down to effort The great thing about this group is it’s free and there’s no hidden agenda We’re onto a winner here

Pocket List – Day 4 🍒
@therealwil78
@time4me WFD
@snowflake56
@daffodil2010
@i-hate-lettuce ?

ZBC
@penz
@snowflake56
@flourbaby
@emma-taylor
@funshipfreddie
@brightonbelle

DTF List – Day 4 ☕️
@flourbaby
@daffodil2010
@emma-taylor
@funshipfreddie
@brightonbelle
@suki2

Day 4 London OMAD

Thanks to my ex husband for putting me on the DRTF and ZBC lists. Much appreciated. The kids are still a bit of an issue though.

Just thought I’d paste in a sentence from the Bert Herring Fast5 book about feelings of guilt after a binge. He suggests bingeing only on healthy stuff ( i. e. Don’t have rubbish in the house) , and –
‘ Feelings of guilt may somehow tie into limbic hunger, helping to drive a binge, so feeling that it is an acceptable behavior may weaken the drive.’ Phew. That’s ok then. He says to treat mistakes and backslides as acceptable and expected behaviours. Very wise man.

Day 4, Massachusetts, USA, FD

Pocket List – Day 4 🍒
@therealwil78
@time4me WFD
@snowflake56
@daffodil2010
@i-hate-lettuce ?
@hedwig6

ZBC
@penz
@snowflake56
@flourbaby
@emma-taylor
@funshipfreddie
@brightonbelle
@hedwig6

DTF List – Day 4 ☕️
@flourbaby
@daffodil2010
@emma-taylor
@funshipfreddie
@brightonbelle
@suki2

Day 4 Canada FD

Had a great 2 hour bike 🚲 ride yesterday after only eating an apple. Who said breakfast was the most important meal of the day? Looking forward to today’s FD. Always feel a sense of accomplishment afterwards.

Pocket List – Day 4 🍒
@therealwil78
@time4me WFD
@snowflake56
@daffodil2010
@i-hate-lettuce ?
@hedwig6
ZBC
@penz
@snowflake56
@flourbaby
@emma-taylor
@funshipfreddie
@brightonbelle
@hedwig6
DTF List – Day 4 ☕️
@flourbaby
@daffodil2010
@emma-taylor
@funshipfreddie
@brightonbelle
@suki2
Pocket List – Day 4 🍒
@therealwil78
@time4me WFD
@snowflake56
@daffodil2010
@i-hate-lettuce ?
@hedwig6
ZBC
@penz
@snowflake56
@flourbaby
@emma-taylor
@funshipfreddie
@brightonbelle
@hedwig6
DTF List – Day 4 ☕️
@flourbaby
@daffodil2010
@emma-taylor
@funshipfreddie
@brightonbelle
@suki2

Had a great bike 🚲 ride yesterday. Was out for 2 hours and had only eaten an apple. Proves breakfast isn’t the most important meal of the day after all. FD today and I’m excited, always feels like such an accomplishment when it’s done 😊

@time4me lots of us have challenges on NFDs
@snowflake56 hopefully the dance class lifts your spirits
@daffodil2010 you are going to have so much extra time in your day now, you must be thrilled
@i-hate-lettuce what fun. Down 2 sizes 👏👏

Pocket List – Day 4 🍒
@therealwil78
@time4me WFD
@snowflake56
@daffodil2010
@i-hate-lettuce ?
@hedwig6
@bellyblast
ZBC
@penz
@snowflake56
@flourbaby
@emma-taylor
@funshipfreddie
@brightonbelle
@hedwig6
@bellyblast
DTF List – Day 4 ☕️
@flourbaby
@daffodil2010
@emma-taylor
@funshipfreddie
@brightonbelle
@suki2
@bellyblast

Day 4 Melb Aust FD900
Day 1-3 – all NFDs, which was NOT intended. Brakes on today!

@stitchincarol, I’m another who has always been a gourd shape, but now find I have more weight around the waist and abdomen. Frustrating. It’s basically happened in the past 10 years (60-70). I need to strengthen my core muscles!

@jaifaim, sending you my sympathy and support re your father’s situation.

@michelinme, glad to see you back. I’m afraid you’ll be overtaking me very quickly if I’m not careful. I lost more than 3 lb during July, only to regain most of it in the last week. Now weigh 151.8 lb, so will have to scramble to stay ahead of you.
Look after yourself, though. I’ve heard that the ongoing effects of Covid-19 can be nasty, and take a while to clear up.

@at, good to read your post and know you’re back with us.

@songbirdme, where I live, we’re still doing church online, but every now and then, they tell us to prepare things, to take communion at home the following Sunday. It’s lovely to be together doing that even though apart physically.

@northgeorgia, you’re doing great with your weight loss. Have your parents weighed in yet? You did say they only intend to weigh once a month. You’ll have to let us know how they go.

@i hat lettuce, isn’t it a lovely feeling to be buying clothes and suddenly the “normal” sizes are way too big now?!

Onward and downwards everyone!

USA. Day 4. FD

Wow! What a pocket list today! Way to go, everyone! I am DTF, as well. I think the only way for me to lose weight during Covid is to not drink1 LOL. I’ve watched so many people gain weight during this time! There is so little for us to do, so cocktail hour rules!

Have a great day, everyone!

Day 4, UK NFD

Yesterday I went into work to be told the job I was doing is no more! I’ve been expecting it tbh, but it was still a shock. I’m now awaiting placement again which could be a couple of weeks. I don’t mind the break, but I am used to fasting on my work days, so much easier then at home. Anyhow despite the news, yesterday’s FD went well. No lunch (or breakfast), then a chicken salad later.

I bought myself a new pair of summer trousers today, a UK size 16 which is 2 sizes less than I was buying in March. They’re very jazzy, leopard print (a bit Bet Lynch for any Coronation Street watchers) so who knows if I’ll, wear them more than once but they made me smile.

So far, this months eating is going to plan – it’s only day 4 but I feel more engaged than last month.

Good luck to everyone fasting today.

Day4 NFD Lake District UK

2nd post

Kitchen closed.

Managed to get out for my walk but got very wet. Need waterproof leggings, shoes and coat. That’s what come from living in the Lakes but at least i have the right gear.

Started to walk on my own this week as my OH had chemotherapy on Friday and this is his tired week. Things will get better next week and he will be able to join me.
@stitchincarol. Thanks for the advise have a safe journey home.
Yes it does make sense. Got it sorted now. These things take time to sort out.

@bellyblast Hope you enjoyed your bike ride. Love spin classes but not so good on a road/off road bike

@missybear. I log everything at the moment as calories can soon get out of hand.

Have a good evening everyone.

August 4 “National Chocolate Chip Cookie” day. Had to indulge – well, DH insisted we bake some of the pre-made cookie dough we got from school fund-raiser support.

https://nationaldaycalendar.com/august-4-2020-national-chocolate-chip-cookie-day-national-night-out-day-national-coast-guard-day/

Day 3, UK, 18:6

Good morning All,

Super busy at work hence no post yesterday. I was hoping that being busy would make me eat less but this time is exactly the opposite. I could not do OMAD, only 18:6 but that is still fine. The issue is I wasn’t eating enough protein at dinner so of course I was not feeling full the day after.
Had 2 chicken thighs for dinner last night with vegetables, it was lovely and I woke up feeling more confident that today it will be a good day, food wise.
I decided to weigh myself at the end on Mondays only otherwise I will go crazy every day.
Must stop driving to work, must walk there and back as I barely do 2000 steps a day. That is nothing!
Thank you so much for the lovely welcome!
I would love to reply to everybody but I simply do not have the time this week.
I like to see how dedicated you all are. I am sure that by reading your posts and reading about your successes will motivate me more.
Have a great day all! Another hot day in the South of the UK. Just remembered I need to drink more water 🥵 💧

Second Post Minnesota, USA

Day 4. Of course.
Sorry.

Day 5 – UK – NFD

Good Morning Everyone

@saffy460 commiserations. Fingers crossed something comes through soon!

@missybear I count calories of everything that passes my lips. I’ve also adapted how I taste the food I cook for family to check seasoning etc. I used to use a teaspoon … and fill it (clean one each time). Now I only literally dip the tip in. It’s enough to test seasoning levels. The Diet Saboteurs come in sneaky disguises. 🦹‍♀️👺

@annabelle48 Hope you’re ok.

@suki2 You have my sympathy. My poor sleep fluctuates too. Yesterday I took magnesium and had 2 Nairn’s Gluten free Oat biscuits 2 hours before bed. Slept worse than ever at 3hr 40minutes. I thought the carbs from the biscuits would have helped but they obviously didn’t.

Wishing everyone a great day.

Pocket list day 5 🍒
@snowflake56

ZBC ☕️
@penz
@snowflake56

Day 5 – Lake District UK – NFD

Good morning everyone

Think the planned walk today is not going to happen anytime soon, very wet indeed this morning!
Had a good few days on 5:2, got back to recording everything, MFP app and fitbit, just got distracted for a couple of weeks or so, but straight back in the habit.

I’m certain part of this WOL is about changing habits and not kidding yourself?

I used to snack or graze, these days and that’s virtually stopped! I say virtually, very occasionally the cheese and biscuits for supper might appear, though not even once a week nowadays. Same with a piece of cake with coffee during the day, no, Mrs IHL rarely bakes these days and I don’t do chocolate, so it is easier when its not to hand!
Have practically cut out wine and spirits as well, but there is plenty of beer in the ‘Brauhaus’ since I started the brewery back into action. Even then it still works as long as I log the calories. Part of the brewing software even gives the calorific value per bottle, the last brews are less than 150 cal per bottle! So the only time you’re likely to see me on the ‘Dry ‘Till Friday’ list is on my Thursday FD 😉

Take care all