Hi everybody, I started the 5:2 a year and a half ago, after I gave up smoking and gained 2 kg (4 pounds). I lost those 2 and then just kept going until I had lost over 7 kg. Maintenance was easy, I just kept doing 1 fast day a week, hoping that would still allow me to profit from the health benefits of fasting.

In january ( AFTER all the holidays) I suddenly started to have problems keeping my weight. Also I never found the motivation of doing a real 5:2 for a longer period. But I was still happy with my weight of around 61 kg (my lowest was 59). Now, after summer vacation without fasting I am slghtly over 62 and decided to give it another go. So, my goal is to lose 2.5kg and get under the 60kg mark once again. This forum has helped me a lot when I first started 5:2, which is why I would be very happy if I could join you in this challenge. I figure your “deadline” should work for me too.

I’m actually on my first fast day after the holidays, planning another on thursday or friday. Until maybe an hour ago it was easy, now I’m starting to get hungry. I have around 250cal left for dinner and am already looking forward to going to bed. 😊

Cheers
Beck

Thank you for welcoming me, Floridag1rl! I had a great first week! Lots about 3 lb and about an inch everywhere. I love that I can have a social life and not constantly say I can’t eat this or that! It’s rather liberating and empowering! Today I a FD for me, too. What are some strategies you are using for FD days?

Monaem, I used to plan the food on my FDs ahead, that helps a lot in the beginning. Now I just start and when I get hungry I try to wait a little bit longer until I give in. My routine is to drink 1 or 2 coffees with milk in the morning, which keeps the hunger very well at bay. After that it depends a lot on whether I’m working or at home. At home I eat with my children, but without the carbs and the calorie rich food (i.e., they have pasta with chicken and broccoli, I eat some chicken and a lot of broccoli). At work sometimes I don’t eat lunch at all. I always try to save at least 250 cal for dinner. I just try to make sensible choices, no sugar, low carb, because they trigger the hunger. Above all, don’t focus on your hunger or the food you can’t eat. Be busy. With time you sometimes forget that you are not eating that day. That’s all my “wisdom”. Maybe it helps a little 😊

I hope that everyone is still out there…having successful FDs and working toward your goals.

f&f, how are you doing? Are you getting back into a routine, after having all your guests?

Beck, how are things going for you?

Duds and Lynne, I hope that you are doing well.

As my trip was canceled due to the approach of hurricane Irma, I am home for a few days…I am planning a FD today…I really need a successful FD! 🙂

Hi Floridag1rl! So glad you are ok and your house too! Let’s make this a day of fasting! I’m going to join you in fasting today. I absolutely love this way of dieting. I lost about four pounds and I don’t feel like I have to say no constantly when I am invited somewhere! Thank you for asking how I am doing! Have an easy fast day!

Hi Guys

Sorry l have been a bit quiet – and hi to the new people on the forum! Great to have you on board! I have had a manic few weeks trying to get my daughter sorted for uni. Why do they leave everything to the last minute?

So, my fast days have been all over the place – some have been just because l haven’t had time to eat properly. However l think the lack of discipline is showing in the lack of noticeable results. I am back to normal this week and it’s my second fast day of the week today. It’s only a week till the deadline isn’t it and maybe this is too little too late! It will be interesting to see the results but l am predicting less of a loss than last time.

I watched a programme on tv last night about people who have had different diets matched to their way of life. Some people spend an absolute fortune on ready prepared meals and supplements. As least this way it hasn’t cost me a fortune if l have failed!!

Dx