Why I am here: I tried this about two weeks in June. I had initial success but got sidetracked with out of town guests, then vacation travel. Now, August 2018, I re-read the book and am ready to DO this. I’ve realized that during the first 5-6 weeks of any new lifestyle or eating plan I am easily deterred. So this time I am looking for some buddies. Perhaps interacting with other people on these forums will be helpful–especially at the beginning. I’d like to share encouragement, recipes and some tips for success with the 5:2 Fast Lifestyle.