Day 23 NSW Australia FD
(8.05am Monday)

Hi everyone – I hope you all have a wonderful week.

We are having cool nights and gorgeous days at the moment – not bad for the middle of Winter!

Enjoy whatever you are getting up to and bye for now!

Day 22 – SW WA USA – NFD

Trying for 16:8s most days in the middle of moving prep. I do have my car fixed & back following accident. My mom is still in the hospital in BC since 6/26 and they’re still trying to figure out what’s going on with her.
Even if I’m not posting much, I’m hopping on to read your wonderful posts from time to time.

@songbirdme – so glad for things to go well for your daughter’s wedding. What a wonderful celebration.

Day 23 -Ireland 🇮🇪 – FD

It cannot be Monday already. Days like today I wish I was retired and did not have to go to work. I love my job, but July has been a month of work, work, work, work……already looking forward to TWO whole days off next weekend ☺️

Busy day yesterday, food choices ok but accompanied by a tad too much wine. It’s an FD today so a big reset. July is also a plateau month for me, but at least it’s in the low end of the scale…..this time last year I was 35lbs heavier 😳

@debster251 fantastic about all your new clothes. I bet you look fabulous 😀

@rainbowsmile Loved your poo musings 👍 I have a fascination for poo!!! Very interesting reading about our gut biome etc.
@annemarilyn was thinking about you yesterday, hope the move is going ok

Have a good day everybody. July is flying by.

Day 23, Gozo, Malta, fd

I’m starting a pocket list for today

@coda
@anna6

Rainbowsmile we are almost the same weight too. Are you doing 4:3 also? I’d like to put in as much fast days as possible before our next holiday in 8 August . We’re going for a cruise until 15 August and I always gain weight when on holiday. I don’t count calories usually but hope not to overdo eating just for the pleasure of it.

Coda that’s very good losing 7 lbs already. I hope you’ll stick to three fast days and get your original weight in no time.

I’m babysitting my two granddaughters as one of them is sick and didn’t go to summer school while I usually babysit the other on Mondays. I woke up early to cook then went to mass and at 7.45 am I was at my daughter s flat to babysit. When she comes from work I’ll head home to another village in Gozo.

Onwards and downwards, have a great Monday everyone.

Day 23 North Wales FD

Joining the pocket list for today:
@coda
@anna6
@ktcaroline
@molij

Have a good day everyone x

Day 23 London UK FD

I love it when Mondays fly by, it’s almost 1pm here and I have managed to stick to water only so far. Will have a 20 cal miso before I head out for a walk. I love saving as many cals for a full plate in the evening. Have found myself not craving unhealthy food for my one meal on FDs. Funnily though, I do want the unhealthy stuff on NFDs, especially rice and bread and cereal and basically anything that is a carb!

@merryapple (and @slacknz ) – congrats on the NZ wins at the Rugby Sevens! I hope you are having a mild winter in Auckland. NZ has a very special place in my heart. I lived in Auckland for a year in my late twenties and had some of the best and most carefree times of my life there. Initially I lived in beautiful Devonport and have fond memories of catching the ferry over to the city for nights out. But spending time camping and fishing in the Coromandel was a particular fave. Ah, feeling nostalgic!

@emma-taylor It sure is sweltering! Thank goodness there is aircon in the office. Home is like a sauna at the moment. Our night was sleepless – toddler had a very restless night despite having the fan on all night. Today I feel like a zombie.

I had a good FD yesterday, despite almost giving in to my greed as I was feeling a tad low at times. Glad I resisted. Had the most delicious and huge salad for supper – salad leaves, tuna, chickpea, bulgar wheat, cherry tomatoes, chilli peppers, red onion, green olives, a few cubes of manchego cheese, lots of fresh herbs from my terrace (coriander, chives and mint). I used the oil from the olives as a dressing and added some balsamic – it was divine!

This morning showed another drop in weight and so another step closer to goal weight. Just 1.3kg to go. I still have a tummy that needs serious toning but I think this will only improve with exercise.

Back in the office today and yesterday’s Sunday blues are no more. I don’t know why I have this feeling on Sundays. I love my job and work with a great team, when I’m here I genuinely am happy. It’s such an ingrained feeling that I would love to get rid off as it really does ruin Sunday evenings when it hits. Does anyone else have this?

Adding myself to pocket list
@coda
@anna6
@ktcaroline
@molij
@emma-taylor
@beedoo

LET’S DO THIS!

hello all – day 23 NI fast day number 1

So far so good – a cup of coffee with splash of milk, cup of bone broth, and a small portion of salad leaves with cider vinegar – I have some more bone broth ready and waiting if I feel the need and some kefir which I will take a glug of before I do my next run of couch 2 5k after work. I am also going to go along to a running club which do strength and conditioning on Mondays and Wednesdays which I will hope will assist in my running. If I can stay out of the kitchen when I get home I’ll be a winner.
I always found after doing b2b2b’s it was the days afterwards that seemed to knock me for 6 and I said I wouldn’t do them again – yet here I am lol needs must. Not sure if it’s the mindset or what but I will be watching my thoughts and actions carefully but hoping because I am more active Monday – Wednesday this will help load up my optimal basket for the rest of the week.

@beedoo – I wonder is it the mind preparing for the week ahead – on Sunday evening, especially before I go to sleep I also start thinking of what needs done in work and can say at that point I don’t relish the thought at all – but once here you just get on with it.

@anna6 I’m holding tightly onto your hand on these b2b2b’s

Adding myself to pocket list
@coda
@anna6
@ktcaroline
@molij
@emma-taylor
@beedoo
@diana123
@merryapple

Day 23, FD, US

I definitely get the Sunday blues @beedoo. However, unlike you, I don’t enjoy my work. My colleagues are fine but I am underutilised in my role and frustrated as a result. Oh well; it pays the bills.

Have been struggling find my rhythm lately, with negative self-talking winning more often than not. I only got one FD under my belt last week, and have (probably) been over TDEE on NFDs.

Here’s my current inspirational quote from CS Lewis: You can’t go back and change the beginning, but you can start where you are and change the ending.

Day 23 North Canton OH.

I am back and in need of some serious B2B FDs. I did not have the courage to step on the scale because I gave in to every temptation out there… and then some. and it shows too – oh boy. Well back to basics, I have some serious work to do. Will catch up on posts later, I missed you guys.

Day 23 Belfast FD
@missybear – many congratulations on your wedding. I m sure you’ll let us know the exact date nearer the time but have a wonderful day!
@coda thank you – it took long enough! Really enjoyed your post. Thank you. Here’s the link to the site I used (the sale was timely – I got a couple of great bargains!). https://www.romanoriginals.co.uk
@songbirdme – I’m sure your heart was bursting. So glad you had a great day.
@daffodil – was wearing one today and an old friend turned up – I only saw her a couple of months ago – but she was awash with praise for my weight loss!?? It only goes to show how the scales are fickle!
@EmmaTaylor it was 26 degrees here this morning (its clouded over now) but London must be unbearable at 33!
@beedoo – one of the advantages of retirement is no Sunday night blues. Conversely there is no Friday it’s the weekend elation!
Love your quote @penz

Adding myself to the pocket list even though the day’s half over. Keeping strong 💪
Today’s Pocket List with gaps filled in – add yourself if you’re fasting…
@merryapple
@arelkade
@daffodil2010
@strawberriesandcream
@coda
@anna6
@ktcaroline
@molij
@emma-taylor
@beedoo
@diana123
@michelinme ?or CD
@debster251

Onwards and downwards

Day 23, Rocky Mountains, US, CD

Checking in. Have to read posts later.
Hope everyone is doing well. 😊🌼🌻

2nd post

Coda I’ll hold your hand and together we can do it. Fasted today at 650 calories. I had baked sea bass with tomatoes and capers plus a simple salad made with lettuce, tomatoes and balsamic glaze. Then this evening a simple salad again with 250g ricotta cheese. I also had one small fig and one teaspoon of honey with warm water.

Day 23 – UK – FD
Day 22 – NFD 😈

Had a busy weekend and over indulged somewhat yesterday and felt the need for a liquid only FD today so firmly pressed my RESET button!
Did a 1hr Pilates class this afternoon and 90mins of Yoga this evening – drank lots of water but did have a semi skimmed latte this afternoon total calories for the day 90cals – feeling strong!

@debster251 – what a lovely dilemma to have – enjoy choosing! Sometimes we do some meditation but not usually – I enjoy doing some at home
@emma Taylor – sounds like a great family get together – you are lucky to have this!
@missybear – congratulations to you and your OH 💑 so happy for you that you found the perfect dress
@coda – thank you for sharing that post – very interesting – Since finding this WOL I have never given up anything completely just don’t have it as much or as often as I did before so have never felt deprived!
@songbirdme – so happy for you and your daughter that the wedding went off fabulously well
@merryapple @slacknz – great news for NZ Rugby success for the men too – the first men’s side to win consecutive Rugby World Cup Sevens titles 🏆
@annemarilyn – sorry to hear your mum is still in hospital and that they are not any nearer to a diagnosis sending you a big hug x
@slacknz – you have got this and before you know it your OH will be on his way back!
@beedoo – congratulations on getting so close to your goal – you can do this 👍
@michelinme – good to hear that you are moving forward in your recovery – slow and sure does it x
@basyjames – great to have you back and to hear that your vacation went well – you know what you need to do – get on that wagon and we will pull you forward on the right path

Adding myself to the pocket list even though the day’s nearly over and I’ll be heading to bed once I have posted here

Today’s Pocket List – add yourself if you’re fasting…
@merryapple
@arelkade
@daffodil2010
@strawberriesandcream
@coda
@anna6
@ktcaroline
@molij
@emma-taylor
@beedoo
@diana123
@michelinme ?or CD
@debster251
@at

Anyone out there struggling – stay strong and positive – you will get there!!! We all have different paths to the end goal – “You cannot change yesterday but you can change today and tomorrow!”
REMEMBER NON SCALE VICTORIES:
Clothes fit better
More energy
Improved endurance
Sleep quality
Fewer cravings
Feel healthier

8 more days to go after today……..Time enough to make a difference…………

USA Day 23 FD

Ended my FD at 647 calories, which for me is good! I can’t go down to 500 calories or I feel ill, so this is my goal! Tomorrow will be a NFD! Have a great evening, everyone!

Day 24 – Ireland 🇮🇪 – NFD

I ignored the wine devil on my FD last night and instead drank lots of water with my spinach omelette dinner. Once I get dinner out of the way I no longer crave wine. Years and years of wine at dinner still needs to be trained out.

@shinything I hope you too were able to prevail. You are going through a bit of a mojo slump at the moment and my heart goes out to you. Take your time, do what needs to be done, but this WOL, and this gang of people will be here cheering you on. Seems most of us go through “the slump”…it’s not a good time ☹️.I am still praying for that Whoosh Fairy to visit you.

@at Those non scale victories are super important, thanks for reminding. We can get so caught up in that darn number!

In the spirit of my first year anniversary I want to share my stats….
24th July 2017
Weight: 162.5lbs
Waist: 42″ 😱
BMI: 29.6
Neck: 14″

24th July 2018
Weight: 128.5lbs
Waist: 31″
BMI: 23.5
Neck: 11″

My skin is clearer, I no longer suffer from burning guts, I no longer have irritable bowel, I rarely suffer panic attacks and anxiety, self confidence has increased. It’s great to be slim and enjoying life again 💃

Wishing each of you a wonderful day.

Day 24, Guildford UK, FD

@sarahbob may your special one keep on getting better
@basyjames lovely to have to back even if it is because of Cruella
@beedoo at least G&T is low carb!
@daffodil2010 I bow to your prowess! WoW
@ccco that feeling of weird was one I used to get when I cut cals to 500 and I couldn’t WFD. I came to understand that it was because I wasn’t fat adapted. I wasn’t going into gluconeogenesis I was still burning carbs, when the carbs were cut and I forced my body to burn fat suddenly that went way. Now I can WFD b2b. No weirdies.

Feeling hot today, and not in that way….

Mari

Hello all from NI day 24 Fast day part 2

Got absolutely soaked through last night while doing my run so didn’t go on to the running club, will do that on Wednesday but maybe won’t do a run before hand as my ankles are a bit sore. Food intake was good even when I got home – one nectarine after the remains of my bone broth and I pinched 2 small pieces of sausage and 2 bits of chorizo from the dinner my son made to help me stay away from temptation. estimating at about 400 so my optimal basket is looking better already.

@anna6 – still holding tight to your hand

@daffodil2010 – very impressive – be very proud of yourself as must you @debster251 – there was time we were on a par and just look how well you have done. I’m determined to catch up with you.

@at – thank you for being you an inspiration to us all as are the others who have reached maintenance and are still with us on these challenges – thank you x

@purplevilet – hugs and thinking of you with positive thoughts x

Day 24 North canton OH

Its a fast day Yay! I was able to fast yesterday too and I am easing into exercise as well.
Thank you for the warm welcome back my friends.
@daffodil2010 and @debster251 congrats! Impressive job
I want to congratulate everyone who is keeping on with this lifestyle, you are so worth it and doing something good for yourself. This is such a way of life now, and I am thankful for it.

Day 24, CFD, US

I had initially wanted to do a B2B but yesteday’s FD was a struggle for me. I prefer to do LFDs but yesterday probably had about 600 calories in snacks as I felt so hungry. Today I’m planning on a chicken salad for lunch. We’re off to the movies tonight so will be able to skip dinner. Need to recommit to myself big time!

Day 24, Rocky Mountains, US, CD

@rainbowsmile: Thank you for the birthday wishes. Very interesting report on poo!

@songbirdme: Glad you had a great day at the wedding if your daughter!

@missybear: Congratulations! Exciting times!

Off hiking in a bit. This has been a long weekend and a staycation. Today is Pioneer Day and DH is off work. He took of yesterday so we could have a 4 day mini staycation!

Have a good Tuesday everyone!😊🐞🦋🌼🌺

USA Day 24 NFD

Having a little trouble posting!! Summer doesn’t leave me much time in front of a computer! LOL In any case, yesterday’s FD went well and tomorrow will be another FD. Hope everyone is doing well today.

Day 24 Stevensville Maryland USA CNFD

I with you @songbirdme I had a cheat eat all day Saturday with beer too. And my Happy Scale App has not budged. I am so grateful I found this WOL. I never thought I could fast for 16 hours let alone 66 hours. I love how I look and feel these days.

I am rewarding myself at the end of October, I have purchased plane tickets, rented a car and a beautiful hotel in Sedona AZ and have booked a seat for a 3 day spiritual retreat with three dear friends. I am so excited. Just pray my DH can handle his mother while I am away. I must say I have spoiled her a bit.

Becoming healthy is the best decision I ever made. Have a great Tuesday everyone and thank you for showing up, it really helps me knowing I am not alone.

Day 23 – USA – NFD
Day 24 – USA – FD

Going to make today a FD, aiming for 500 cals.

Day 25 Auckland CD

Wow! I have been reading interesting posts on all fronts – especially the poo post! So many to congratulate on their personal successes…
@daffodil2010 it’s great to see your anniversary / journey summed up by numbers then think if I hang in there that can be me too!

Still working crazy hours to get a publication and exhibition in the bag for London before the UK galleries close on Friday for their summer holidays. Did manage to sneak in the Rugby Sevens Finals!!

@beedoo the appartment we’re in overlooks the Ferry Building. Macintosh the Westie and I spend a lot of time walking around where you would have been out and about having fun!