I am a little over a month into the 5-2 diet plan – and would say that I absolutely love it – except I have recently regained a bit of weight and feel like my tummy is looking extra flabby. :/

I started 6 weeks ago and had an exciting loss of around 12 pounds in the first 3 weeks, but as of last week I put back on about 4 lbs (and my overall measurements seem to have corresponded with the loss and gain) and I can’t figure out why. If anything I’ve gotten “better” at my fast days (cutting out even tiny snacks that might accidentally push me over my calorie limit, waiting until lunch to eat anything, having an easier time going to sleep on an empty stomach etc) and eating more mindfully on my normal days. I’ve maintained the same workout/walking schedule the whole time.

As I mentioned I really do love this eating plan. I’ve had a ton of fun coming up with delicious meals that work for fast days, and (much to my surprise) I actually look forward to those days and generally spend them feeling happy and energized. So I want to stick with the program, but I’m wondering if anyone has insight into this weight gain, or is aware of anything I might accidentally be doing to throw off my metabolism?