nanna0077 sounds like we have a lot in common. I am in a cast after recently having had my first of two required operations (Achilles Tendon Reconstructions) to remove spurs on the back of both of my ankles. Like you I am concerned about putting on more weight during my confinement. I have already gained a massive 23Kg in the past 2.5 years because pain & swelling from the spurs ended my usually active lifestyle. They said it will be 6 months recovery for each of my ankles which will basically be a year on crutches, which is a real concern.
I had my right ankle done first since it will be the worst one because I can’t drive a car with my right leg in a cast, it’s illegal and voids insurance. When I get the left one done I am allowed to drive an automatic car, so at least I won’t be so confined.
I have had this cast on for 5 weeks today but it is coming off on Thursday (thank god) and will be replaced with a moon boot I think. I will still be on crutches but at least I will be able to wash my foot and lower leg!

Anyway, after learning about this diet on ‘Sunday Night’ (channel 7) last night, this is also my 1st day of this new eating programme. I loved that it is based on scientific evidence which was explained in layman’s terms. It really clicked with me because it made so much sense. I have never tried any sort of diet in my life, having never had to deal with a weight problem until a couple of years ago and hearing the bad rap diets get. I don’t really look at this as a diet, it’s more like an eating programme which I think will be totally doable.

I have decided my main diet on the initial days of fasting will be Banana’s & Eggs, well at least until my book arrives &/or I get more tips off this site. I will also have a couple of cups a tea to help with the fluid intake. I love coconut water which I think will be fine but I had better make sure first.

Purple Vegie Eater… Well done on your massive weight loss! You must feel like a whole new woman. Also, thanks for the tip on the ‘Southern Hemespherites thread’, some nights I just can’t stay asleep and find myself pacing around at 2am so it’s good to know others will be active on this site.

Cheers 🙂

Hi nanna0077

Nearly snap for me too – a 68yo Australian grandmother who gained weight due to severe knee osteoarthritis.

Still have a long way to go to achieve Purple’s magnificent result but I have found myself jogging without giving it a thought to get over the road before the lights change and the like.

Definitely look at the SH thread. As Purple says, we’re awake when the rest of the world is still sleeping.

I also live in Australia and starting today after watching the Sunday night program, it has given me motivation!!
I lost 3 kilos earlier in the year by following the diet but after a month long holiday it is all back and I have had trouble getting back to it!
I will turn 60 in November and celebrating in New York so am hoping I can lose 8 kilos in 8 weeks is that goal too much to hope for?
I had an ankle injury last year and I think that is when the weight really piled on with no exercise for a number of months so can understand why you will be worried about not being able to exercise. Looking forward to getting motivation from this forum when feeling like some chocolate on fasting days!

Hi I’m a 33 year old female from NSW Australia and I too am starting my first day on the 5:2 diet. I’m having my fast days as Tuesday & Wednesday’s.
Due to my job i don’t get to be very active and I am busy a lot, I do however have a gym membership that I don’t really use (I call it gym donation as that’s what it feels like. Lol) but I’m planning on committing myself to going twice a week.
I just want to say hi to everyone and good luck to those who have just started 🙂

Hi everyone – Just starting today after seeing TV program in Oz last night on 5:2, and trying to get up to speed with it all! I am 56yrs and been struggling to find something that I can fit in to my lifestyle to get the kg’s off! U know in Oz we use kilojoules – so there all kinds of conversions needing to be done. Would be good if kilojoules are also given in brackets besides the calories. However, I’m sure I can work it out, but might be easier for other people too! Goodluck to all the other newbies – I feel hopeful that this may have some good answers. The Yogi’s have always encouraged us to fast – so maybe they know a thing or 2!

Hi all, I’m another aussie jumping on the bandwagon after watching the segment on “Sunday Night” last night! I have a good friend who has been doing The Fast Diet for quite a few months now, and it is really working for her. I have generally been losing a bit of weight over the past few months due primarily to being too busy to find the time to eat. But after recently purchasing a Thermomix, I’m finding the weight is creeping on due to all the yummy things I’m creating. I’m a huge foodie – love to cook for my family and friends, love to bake, and really enjoy creating good food from scratch. That’s what makes this ‘diet’ seem achievable to me – I can still do all that 5 days a week. And I’m sure I can get creative about this 500 calorie business!

I’m 40, and a mum to 2 boys. I’m looking forward to sharing this journey with the other supportive newbies on here- good luck to everyone!

Just in case anyone wants to watch the report again from last nights ‘Sunday Night’ programme on Channel 7, here is the link… https://au.news.yahoo.com/sunday-night/video/watch/24988941/the-5-2-diet-why-it-works/

Very excited and now on lookout for calorie counter..

It’s great that 15 mins of a tv program can motivate so many of us to not only lose weight but also improve our health… It makes sense that the body has to benefit from being given a break from having to process all the preservatives and toxins that so many of us eat every day!
It’s great to hear all the positive stories!
Off to play golf now and try not to think about food

I am probably one of the few Australian who has joined up today who did not watch the show last night – wish I had though.
I have know about 5:2 for a long time – my Mum has been doing it for a couple of years and most of that time has been on the maintenance, only doing one fast day a week.
I have finally bit the bullet and decided to start today.
I have to tell you I am feeling quite hungry, but also comforted in the knowledge that eventually I will adjust.
Overall I have about 40kg’s to loose, but are going to concentrate at 5 kg’s at a time – bite sized goals work better for me.

Thanks nanna0077… Our trip away is a great motivation as well as turning 60! I was always slim till about 37 and slowly started adding a kilo every year… That started a roundabout of losing weight for holidays then putting it back on with too much lovely food and wine!!
8 kilos doesn’t sound a lot but so difficult to get rid of it at this age. As I am sure a lot of us older group can identify with!

Hi everyone, I am a 29yr old teacher in Victoria struggling with my weight for the last year. I have rocketed to 93kg – up from 70 at the start of last year eeeek. I was meant to start last week as a mate is enjoying the results of the diet so much so last night seeing the diet on channel 7 was the kick up the bottom that I needed to get started and maybe even use the gym membership I have had for a while gathering dust. Looking forward to checking in to see everyone’s results and hopefully sharing positive ones from myself. 😀 good luck everyone!

Wow I’m not the only Aussie here. This is my first day!! I am 40 yr old veggie from Perth. Watched the show and I’m starting the fast today. But I had a cheeky coffee earlier

Yet another Aussie here. Also watched last night and today is day 1. Tomorrow is fast 1, am a bit nervous as I love my food – hence my weight gain over the last few years helped along by a very sedentary job, 12hrs a day sitting infront of a computer. Four years ago I weighed in at 65kg and today I am 97kg!!! Can’t even look in the mirror let alone feel comfortable about going out in PUBLIC!! I am 41 so I should be out living it up I feel, this is the start of a new me. Everyone on here is so inspirational with some amazing losses. My goal is to lose 20kg before Christmas…….watch this space 🙂

We all doing this together BecDay!
We will have so much fun doing this.

Thanks for the link Healthy Helen. Going to have a looksie now :).

Hi

I am not in Australia (waaah!) I am 35 and I would like to lose about 12-15kg’s I am not going to be here all the time.

Today is my first day I have taken my measurements and am going to go by the tape measure as much as the scales possibly more.

I have lost weight with this approach before and I am really excited to be starting. I am a vegan and am into crossfit

All the best please start a thread as i don’t know how too.

Hi Kathy:

See my post above. It has all you need to know to get started.

Good Luck!