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michele…..not surprised you’re tired, sounds like work is hectic and you’re working out 7 days a week…phew….makes me feel tired just thinking about it…haha. Hope things at work slow down for you and you can get more rest for mind and body.
How come you work out so often, is that a full on session in the gym or a quick 5 minute HIIT workout as recommended by Dr Michael Mosley???
I need to do more exercise, my job is quite physical, I’m a painter and decorator, so always up and down ladders etc. I have a dog, so always put walking but I don’t think it’s enough, I need to do the HIIT exercises every day, as recommended in the 5:2 exercise book.

Happy Fast Day everyone 🙂

Hey There

Just dropped by to see how everyone is doing. Hope dieters and maintainers are doing well.

michele I hope your tummy troubles have disappeared, it must be so frustrating, trying new things and then paying for it later. Your diet is so limited as it is. I have big respect for you living a very busy life, achieving academic and career goals, regularly excercising and not letting the food issue get in the way of living your life.

It’s my weigh in tomorrow morning and I must admit, I’m not holding much hope of losing anything this week. It’s been a different week from day 1. After last Thursdays weigh in, losing 2 lbs, I was thrilled. I weighed on Friday, Saturday and Sunday and I was 3 lbs heavier….. not good for motivation. I’ve been eating the right foods this week and haven’t indulged in anything naughty, so maybe it’s a sign I need to increase my FD’s to 3 a week. We’ll wait and see what the scales say tomorrow.

FD tomorrow, so I’m hoping it’s going to be an easy one.

Happy FD 🙂

Welcome Alli, it’s lovely to hear from you. I love hearing other people’s stories and journeys

Sounds as though you’re very similar to me regarding weight and height and like you I thought it was about time I finally did something about it.
I’m on my 7th week and apart from last week, I’ve been doing really well, one or two pounds coming off each week, by the end of the 6th week, i had lost 8lbs……yay…..but last week I put on 2 lbs which I think was because I wasn’t drinking enough water, considering the hot weather we were experiencing last week in the UK…I can’t think of anything else as I stuck to the diet all week. I was very annoyed and frustrated but these things can happen. I’m not going to let it hamper my progress, I’m still determined to lose another 14 lbs at least.

I weighed myself every morning until last week. If you’re like me, you’re weight will flunctuate dramatically each day, it’s really is quite surprising. I’ve now decided to weigh myself once a week because I get disheartened when I see the scales go up.

I wish you all the best on your 5:2 journey. Good luck with your first FD, I’m sure you’ll be fine, it does get easier I promise.
Please let us know how you get on, we’re all here to support each other. 🙂

michele Hope you are well

fasting Lovely to hear from you, glad all is well your end.

Happy Friday and Happy weekend peeps 🙂

Isn’t it surprising how having a huge row with your BF can have an effect on your diet. I’m now on what seems my third consecutive FD as even if I wanted to eat, I just can’t stomach it, my stomach is in knots, I hate this feeling. I’ve lost 4lbs in three days. 🙁

Thank you michele for the support. Things are still up in the air with the BF, he’s incredibly stubborn and likes to drag out a good argument.

I don’t mind being single, having complete freedom again, it certainly has its benefits 🙂

As for the weight loss this week, I’ve lost 6 lbs. I’ve basically been on a continual 800 calorie a day diet since Saturday, not intentional of course but I couldn’t eat much more. So, I know this weight loss isn’t real, once my emotions have calmed down and I’m back to normal, I guess I’ll be putting back on a few pounds.
There’s no way I would’ve maintained a 800 calorie a day diet for 6 days plus before.

Anyway, it’s a FD today, so it’ll be easy for me this week.

Hope alls well with you and you’re now having an easier time at work.

fasting…….Hope alls good with you

Alli……How did your first week on the diet go??? Good I hope.

Keep up the good work everyone 🙂

Hey michele

How’s your weekend been? I hope you have time to rest and relax on weekends. Do you workout most days? You are so good exercising so much.

My BF and I are talking which is something positive….but I still haven’t seen him in person since the arguement, it’s been a tough week and not one which I wish to repeat. Many times this week I’ve thought about how much easier it is to be single.

After a week of constant unintentional fasting, my stomach has stopped its churning and my diet has returned to a normal 5:2 fasting routine, which is a relief. I’ve been feeling quite light headed all week.

I’ve been walking loads too and feel I’ve gained some muscle in my legs and bum, they feel more toned anyway. I actually got to see a girlfriend over the weekend, who I met on a trek in Nepal 4 years ago, we trekked the Annapurna circuit. We ended this weekend by booking another trip together next April to Everest Base Camp…..hahaha. I’m so excited and it will give me the motivation to step up my exercise routine and lose more weight.

I agree….our thread seems to be just you and me these days…..but like you said we have each other to support and encourage, so I’m grateful for that.

Hope you have a great week and speak soon 🙂

Hi michele

Lovely to hear from you

This is just a quick message for now just to say all is going well with the diet, I’ve lost another pound this week, that’s 13lbs in total, so of course, im very happy.

Still haven’t seen the BF, I really don’t know what’s happening there tbh. Like you said I will look after ME, that will make a change.

3 day fasting….that takes some will power. I’m a painter and decorator so quite a physical job but a job I absolutely love. I find on fast days I have to eat the 500 calories otherwise I feel light headed.

Hope things get sorted regarding the student loans, you must worry about your students.

I’ve got to get to work now….speak soon 🙂

Awww…..thank you so much michele, that’s really kind of you. I’ve been in this positive on several occasions, it never gets easier unfortunately but I know I will get through it.

The end of last week was pretty horrendous, so emotional but I think I’ve had a breakthrough this weekend as I feel a lot better today, more positive and looking forward to my holiday in August (going to Croatia with my lovely mum) and training for Everest trek. I’ve got lots to look forward too. I’ve arranged to go out with friends I haven’t seen in months, funny how we neglect our friends once we’re in relationships. So, I’m basically trying to keep myself busy. Work does help, I love my job and it keeps me from wallowing in self pity.

I really hope you feel better today, sounds horrible, no wonder you feel better on fast days. I can’t believe people fast for 7 days and still work out so much….wow…..but whatever works for them I guess.

Yes, it would be lovely if we lived closer, Ive got plenty of tales to tell…lol.

Good luck with the grading, that’s very time consuming. I don’t envy you.

Right, best get off to work. Have a great week and speak soon 🙂

Hey Abi…..you are very welcome 🙂 We always love to see new faces here.

How did your first day fasting go?? Was it easier than the first time you tried the diet? It takes some will power doesn’t it but it gets easier, as you know.
I’ve been on a FD today, it was an easy one thankfully.

I started my diet 3 months ago and have lost a stone and a half so far. I’m really pleased with my progress as I don’t find dieting easy….does anyone…lol. This is my first time trying the 5:2, I was recommended it by a friend whose done very well on it. I’ve got to admit, I was a little sceptical this diet would work for me.
I was 13 stone when I started, so 11 and a half now…..I can hardly believe it really, I don’t find I’m missing out particularly, I’m making healthier choices when I’m eating out and after a FD I’m reluctant to eat too much the next day and spoil what I’ve achieved. My portion sizes have become a lot smaller as my stomach has shrunk due to eating less.
I’m walking 4 miles every evening with my dog, I try and walk as fast as I can and always incorporate a good hill. My job is very active, I’m a painter and decorator, so I’m on my feet most of the day. I don’t enjoy going to the gym, I far prefer to be walking/hiking in the fresh air.
I have a sweet tooth and that is the only element I’m still finding difficult to control. I don’t buy chocolate anymore but if it’s in the house, I will eat it, same goes with cake….lol. But I find I can eat small amounts every so often. I’m lucky I don’t drink, I know a lot of people love a glass of wine in the evenings.
What’s your weakness??
I would like to lose another half a stone, which is a realistic goal for me. I haven’t been 10 stone something since I was a teenager.,,,lol, I’d be very content to maintain an 11 stone weight.

Well…I hope you have a great week and Thursdays FD is an easy one for you. 🙂

Hi fasting
I’m so glad all is well with you and you’re reaching your summer weight, I agree it is easier to diet in the summer months. Well done you, keep up the good work. 🙂

Hey fasting,
Thank you for the continued support, it’s much appreciated. Hope alls well with you. What lovely food are you eating this week, you always seem to make very tasty healthy meals.

Hey michele
Hope you are well my friend and work is a little easier now. Take care

Hey Abi
So glad you’re back on it….we all have weeks where dieting hasn’t quite gone to plan. How did your 3 days fasting go this week?? Have you tak n notes of your body measurements??? It’s a real boost to see the inches drop off. I was advised by fasting_me to re-measure every 3 months. Good luck this week

Hey Sarah
Lovely to have you as part of the group. Thank you for the lovely comments. I’m always appreciative of the support, it gives me a real boost.
Wow….you do sound incredibly busy with work and home life, you must feel run ragged sometimes….makes me feel tired just thinking about it….lol.
Regards the dieting, I’ve never followed SW or WW, but I did follow the Rosemary Conley diet for about 6 months, years ago. I lost a stone. I found it a pain, looking at every food label looking for the fat content per 100gms….jeez….plus the weight was so slow coming off, when I stuck to it religiously, I lost all motivation.
This diet has been a whole lot easier to do, simple rules which I like plus flexibility as well, makes it ideal for me. The weight has been steadily coming off and I’ve never felt disheartened with it. FD’s have become easier as time goes on.

I must confess, I’ve been slacking big time lately, only 1 fast day per week, for the last 2 weeks. How Ive managed to maintain my weight and not put on lbs I’ve no idea, ive been away for a long weekend and food and drink was consumed a plenty…lol. I also went to a charity Afternoon Tea and scoffed shed loads of cake….I’m not gonna lie, I savoured and loved every mouthful….lol
But I need to get a grip……I’m so close to my ultimate goal weight, I’d be bonkers to lose focus now. My main motivation is the benefits to my health, which I’m already feeling. My short time motivation has been my holiday to Croatia in August, which is only 6 weeks away now, so I really really want to shift another half a stone, I know i can do it, if I stick to the 5:2 religiously.
Today I woke up and was just in the right frame of mind to do a FD, so that’s what I did. I’ve been really good and found it quite easy as I was focused. I also walked about 6 miles this evening with my dog.
My walking is what I’ve been determined to do each evening, apart from my active job, walking is the only other exercise I do. I’ve been walking the 4 miles every evening for months now and I definately see and feel the benefits. Of course, the weather had been amazing, I wonder of I’ll be as keen to walk when it’s peeing down with rain….lol. We shall see.
Think I will do another FD on Tuesday and one on Thursday this week, see how it goes. But definately 2.

Sending out loads of positive vibes and hope the diet fairies prevent you from scoffing too many calories…..lol. Happy fasting people!!! WE CAN DO THIS!!

Hey fasting, alls well with me thanks. I’ve been doing so well these past couple of days, so hoping for a weight loss this week. I’m on a FD today.

Sounds like you’re having a wonderful time travelling. So glad your weight is where you want it to be….gives me confidence I’ll be able to maintain my weight when I’m down to my ultimate goal.