Day 3 Mexico Pacific Coast
NFD
It’s all good!
Happy Sunday Everyone!

Day 3 California NFD

Not being as mindful as I should be this weekend. But business with holiday decorating should help me stay away from food. I’m making a big pot of pinto beans in the Instant Pot with pickled jalapeños and lime juice. These, I’ll partially mash into “retried beans” which are a good high protein and high fiber food that keeps me feeling full for a long time and is fun to eat.

Hope everyone is having a good day and avoiding most of the holiday sweets!

Day 4/FD/Melbourne Australia

Looking forward to my first fast day in over 10 days. Planning to abstain from eating till 6 tonight when I’ll break my fast with one of my FD specialties- Shakshuka. Will enjoy a cup of miso at lunchtime. I need the salt to prevent leg cramps. I love making an occasion of fast day dinners.

If there’s chocolate around I’ve never been able to resist and have devoured many a family block. This past week there was not one but six blocks in my house! Not a square passed my lips. Didn’t even call on my mate Will Power. Just didn’t fancy it. Still can’t believe how much my tastes have changed. Now salami … that’s an entirely different story.

I used to be a daily weigher. Often weighing myself up to four times a day. It really helped me understand how my body worked. But I only tracked my weight after my second fast day. That was the only weight that mattered. Now I weigh less often. My trigger point is how my tummy feels and looks. I read somewhere that we over 65s are better off with a little fat reserve. So I’ve settled for a BMI of 22.5. It’s my ideal weight. No back fat rolls and just enough fat to reduce a few wrinkles and soften my features.

looking forward to a positive week.

Day 3, Gozo Malta, nfd

Ate a lot of sushi maki mostly plus ice cream and drunk only sparkling water. This evening I only had water and diet soda.

Thirteen years ago today my dear mother died. I was at her deathbed. I still miss her.

Tomorrow is the first of B2B2B for my husband and I. Wednesday afternoon my husband and I go for a holiday in Sicily and we’ll be back on the 12 December.

Good night everyone onwards and downwards.

Day 3 – SW WA USA – NFD

I think it’s interesting as I finally have time to post and it’s early afternoon where I am, and @onahealthyhigh is starting day 4.

I’m enjoying this 1st day of Advent. Looking forward to a conference call with my adult children shortly. We’ll each light the 1st candle in our respective homes, read the same devotional, and usually comment and pray together. It’s our favourite part of the Christmas season.

@Cornsh-jane – good for you for getting 30 of the 90 lbs off. That’s a great accomplishmment! I’ve got almost 50 taken care of and may go for up to another 40 or so. I’ll see how I look and feel as I get closer. As some have mentioned, some of us consider less wrinkles etc. as well.

@mjrbcd44 – love your tag line!

@back2thefuture – good to see you back with us! I didn’t remember that you had lost 90 lbs. That’s an encouragement to me.

Remember together we are stronger!

2nd post

I plan on fasting tomorrow too. I’m adding myself to Day 4 pocket list.

@onahealthyhigh
@maayyaa
@anna6
@molij

Day 4 NZ NFD Weigh in today and down 500gms. Good start to the month. Going to our first Christmas Lunch today for GreyPower. There is even a gluten free table which is great. Will try not to over eat mind you the weather is so hot I just haven’t felt like eating. Have a good day everyone. I haven’t caught up with the posts but will read them later when we get home.

Day 3 UK NFD

First day out & about since began 5:2. Pleased that i took food with me and resisted the biscuits and cake on offer, and didn’t pick up something to go with my takeaway coffee. Disappointed that I forgot to eat the food I had with me – which wasn’t quite practical enough to eat “on the go”. Not yet got the hang of eating on NFDs and not eating on FDs! Yet again I find i’ve got to evening and not eaten much at all. Not much help to start a FD hungry!

Prob help to plan ahead more, and track it! I’m always better with external accountability. Really glad to have a friend starting 5:2 tomorrow, who will fast the same days as me – I suspect that will help! Tomorrow is my 2nd fast day – hopefully onwards & downwards 🙂

PS Could someone add me to the spreadsheet please?

Day 4 pocket list…

@onahealthyhigh
@maayyaa
@anna6
@molij
@michelinme
@toddybear
@miraclelou

Day 4 – Japan – FD 82.9kg (Year 2 FD #11)

Yesterday was a party day. I didn’t eat that well. Today is a clean up day.

Day 4 – FD – Brisbane Australia

This is my first day off from work for a few weeks so I finally collected the reward I had promised myself when I got under 70kgs…a pedicure. Unfortunately I was a bit dissapointed with it…c’est la vie. I also got my hair cut and got a good head start on my Christmas shopping. Have been too busy to think about food so all in all a pretty good day. I have some marinara mix left over from the weekend so I plan to cook that up and have some salad with it for dinner. Food always tastes so good after not eating all day.
@pashaw my heart goes out to you at this very sad time.
@cornish-jane I have always had a problem with seconds too. I am slowly training myself to stop and ask myself “Do I need it because I am still hungry.” Or “Do I just want it.” I don’t always win the battle but when I do it’s a great feeling.
@onahealthyhigh I have only been doing this for a few months but I too have noticed my food preferences changing for the better. It is so much easier to walk away from sweets now. I am definitely noticing I feel more healthy, clearer thinking, someone said my eyes are more “sparkly” and I don’t need as much sleep as I used to.
Stay strong everyone.

Yeah! Just weighed in at the end of my third week and, after a weekend of NFDs, still in the 12s. Great start to the week! FD today – such encouragement!

Thank you everyone for support, advice and inspiration!

Day4, UK, FD
First of B2B. That was a weekend thar did nothing for weight loss! Up 3.5kg since Frday morning. Depending n how fasting goes this week, I may have to rethink weekends!

Day 1 CD
Day 2 NFD
DAY 3 NFD
Day 4 FD Ireland

After a gourmand weekend in a fab hotel in the UK I have to apply myself to a good FD today.., very early start to fly back this morning so will need lots of willpower.
Bring it on 😀

@maayyaa You are strong! For me, it’s difficult to keep with fasting when the house smells of delicious baking food

Day 4, Belgium, FD

Day 1 NFD
Day 2 NFD
Day 3 NFD

Hello all,

I was too busy the last couple of days to post, and I’m having computer problems which is not helping!

@maayyaa, how do you do a baking and FD day together, or rather why??? lol sounds like torture to me!

@evasietetres, good luck for you busy week, maybe a 18:6 or skip where you can?? but best to enjoy times with friends anyway at the end of the day 🙂

PocketFasters

@Stephies
@maayyaa
@jaifaim
@bigviking
@fatrabbit

This month I’m planning on staying healthy on my NFD, and I’d love to get used to skipping breakfast, the day is so much easier for me when I do that.

Also I was wondering if others had the problem of stomach acid, since I’ve started the 5:2, I get very bad stomach acids especially in the evenings when I try and eat normally? Any ideas?

Thanks and have a good day all !

Day 4, Newcastle UK, FD

@metatauta – that made me smile to read about your OH. You must keep us updated on his progress and whether he ever finally admits you are right about this WOL.
@leggit – yesterday I cooked a lovely roast dinner for OH, Dad and I. Dad had seconds but OH (who never does) and I didn’t. That’s got to be a first for me, but it just didn’t occur. However, I enjoyed some cheese, nuts and dried fruit for dessert. It may be slow, but this WOL does affect behaviours given time.
@debster251 – it was our talented @pissupoosa who originally produced the all singing all dancing spreadsheet that each monthly host now uses (sometimes with help from more techy folks on our forum). Where are you @pissupoosa??? We miss you.
Welcome back @back2the future! (that was a bit of a tongue twister) – great to hear from you and all your news. Hope hubby is all fine and you are both enjoying retirement and your new grandchild.
@pamie – GreyPower – love it!!
@fatrabbit & @bigviking – I should think doing what you’ve done to get to maintenance will keep you in maintenance. Maybe your minds are saying ‘ok – we’re here- brakes off’. Well no actually, Mind – we keep on keeping on doing what we did to get here. Thank you very much!! 🙂
@StephieS – it may seem counter intuitive but Apple Cider Vinegar is your answer. Watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aBV0THrWHbM Dr. Eric Berg – a mine of information.
Lovely to have you back on board @biddiev – as a semi-veteran of these challenges it’s always good to hear from real long termers for added inspiration.

I am feeling so much happier and in control than last week. The sun is shining and I’m raring to go on my housework a la FLY Lady. Came down to shiny sink this morning and it feels sooooo good.

Be stronger than your excuses!! And have a great week.

Day 4, Norway, FD

Hello everyone! I am back! November was just illness and holiday all together, so I think I just got in 1 or 2 FDs. But, I did not gain weight on my holiday in Sydney, so I am very happy about that =D

Now I am ready to get in 2 FDs every week up until Christmas. I don’t have a weight goal I think, just a get-into-the-5:2-WOL-again-goal.

Can someone add me to the spreadsheet?

I will try to check in every day and be accountable, I am motivated to hopefully lose a couple of pounds before Christmas. I will not do 5:2 between Christmas and the New Year though.

Happy to be back and hope everyone are well.

***DAY 4 POCKET LIST***

@onahealthyhigh
@maayyaa
@anna6
@molij
@michelinme
@toddybear
@miraclelou
@quebecoise
@aljomisaza
@fatrabbit
@bigviking
@jaifaim
@belfastsink
@stephies
@irishtrier
@mari84

Day 4, London, UK, FD

Well, I’ve had to work today due to a meeting I couldn’t reschedule, so it should make my ADF plans run a bit smoother!! Once I realised the meeting was today I couldn’t manage my FD yesterday, so lots of rescheduling this morning because I had my weeks menu sorted. I’m onto my 2nd bottle of water at the moment, so I’m still hoping to ‘flush and whoosh’ this week!!!!

Lovely to see some ‘oldies’ re-joining to give and get that extra encouragement!!!

Stay strong everyone, we’ve got this!!!!

Afternoon all,

been a bit busy couple of days for me. Had a close friends birthday. So was running around for that over the weekend. We had a great time .. She is an absolute gem, So was all worth the time spent.

Day 1 CD
Day 2 NFD
Day 3 was more controlled. just had breakfast and then dinner. My husband made paella and I had small portion so, was well with in the TDEE.

Day 4 – First FD of the month.

@pashaw Am so so sorry to hear your loss. Hope and prayers for you.

@bert1802, hope you are recovering well. Take it easy today

Adding myself to the pocket list

***DAY 4 POCKET LIST***

@onahealthyhigh
@maayyaa
@anna6
@molij
@michelinme
@toddybear
@miraclelou
@quebecoise
@aljomisaza
@fatrabbit
@bigviking
@jaifaim
@belfastsink
@stephies
@irishtrier
@mari84
@aprilsunshine

Day 4 , Ashburn, USA , FD
it is my 3rd FD since last week , weight has been up and down , lets see how this week goes.

Day 4, FD, US

Catching up. I never seem to find time on the weekend to read posts, let alone write anything. Perhaps, if I’m honest, it’s because I always overindulge and I don’t want the accountability of checking in!

Lots of great news from you all: way to go BigViking! I wish I didn’t know, @songbirdme, that M&Ms came in mint flavour… I’d only just got around to ignoring them in caramel! Sorry, @tsubaki, Hugh Jackman’s busy with me this week (I wish!) but hope your Cliff turns out to be just as good!

I am trying to be inspired to also give up the booze for this month, but I just don’t think it’s going to happen. Going dry Mon-Thurs is hard enough. But, while I don’t have a problem refusing seconds, I do need to concentrate on not eating when I’m not hungry, and feeling ok leaving food on my plate!

Day 4 – Massachusetts – FD

Thanks @mjrbcd44 I needed to hear that. My friend also wants to lose weight but believes she knows the only right way.

Adding myself to the pocket list. Let’s do this everyone!
***DAY 4 POCKET LIST***
@onahealthyhigh
@maayyaa
@anna6
@molij
@michelinme
@toddybear
@miraclelou
@quebecoise
@aljomisaza
@fatrabbit
@bigviking
@jaifaim
@belfastsink
@stephies
@irishtrier
@mari84
@aprilsunshine
@leggit

Day 4 – Colorado – FD

Always enjoy a good FD on Monday! Feels like a re-set or refresher after the indulgences over the weekend.
My weekends actually include Fri/ Sat / Sunday. So 3 days off with OH means I have to be that much stricter on the 4 days during the week!

Friday was the most indulgent day. OH & I went to a matinee movie. Which of course meant buttered theatre pop corn 🍿🥤🍿 Saw Disney’s Pixar movie “Coco”. Oh my, what a beautiful, colorful, lovely movie!! We both enjoyed it tremendously. And, we were prepared with Kleenex for the tears. Would recommend 👍🏼

Then we went out for Date Night dinner. Big juicy cheeseburger, no bun, just lettuce & veggies. Also, OH ordered bottomless steak fries. I managed to skip those fries (Buttered popcorn, remember?) and had side salad instead.

The 2 Christmas parties we attended over the weekend actually turned out to be fun. We both enjoyed the socializing & food. But not too much! I concentrated on the chicken, veggies, salad & charcuterie tray appetizers. All weekend managed to stay low carb, but not quite keto.

Could not believe I managed to do it Dry Wino style, in the fashion of “Dry till Fri.” No alcohol till Friday Date Night which included 2 red wines. Then volunteered as Designated Driver for Christmas parties. So I stayed bone dry, drinking fizzy water all night.

Best Part? My Captain Awkward did not make an appearance for more than about 20 minutes or so. I was able to work the room & chat with other party goers with only minimal stress. No wall flower moments. Almost dragged OH out secretly very early, but we got caught up with some friendly chatters, then just stayed the full time. Kind of proud of myself 😊

@back2thefuture – Welcome back! So good to “see” you again! Sounds like you have been quite busy, plenty going on in your days. You’ve done fantastically on 5:2 before, you know it can happen again.

@mjmj – Mmm. I’m imagining the pacific coast of Mexico must be warm & inviting with some really enticing food. Hope it’s okay I’m a touch jealous. The Rocky Mtns do get a bit chilly in winter. I’ll just picture your beaches to warm up!

@califdreamer – I have an Instant Pot too. Totally ❤️ that kitchen tool. It works wonders! Especially for making bone broth & soups for FD.

@maayyaa – your weekend away sounded so nice. I don’t ski, but can still admire the beautiful nature. What’s “bake day” with the girls? Do you make batches of Christmas cookies? Are you baking up stuff for work or as gifts? It sounds quite tempting!

@onahealthyhigh – impressive work on passing up the chocolate! The way you speak of chocolate is how I feel for cheese. My biggest weakness. Mmmmm. “The power of cheese.”

I have to admit, you guys have me reconsidering my goal weight. I’m remembering my college days where 134 was quite slim… but perhaps not my best target now. As an adult, I’ve always felt confident in a bikini at 142. Scrolling back at vacation pics I’m pleased with that look … so revising my goal to a more realistic 140-142 range, which puts my BMI at 22.5. The crucial KEY for me is weight lifting to tighten up!