Hello everyone,

I did register some time ago but promptly lost my login details so thought I’d try again !
After a visit to my new doctor about 18 months ago I was left in no doubt that I was heading for serious health problems – I weighed in at 17st 7lb and at 5′ 9″” I was seriously obese with blood sugar, blood pressure and cholesterol all heading towards the danger zone. Age 47 I had run out of time. The doctor’s solution was simple ……lose 5 stone and these problems will disappear ! I laughed in his face but promised to lose a bit.

I spent a few weeks losing half a stone, then went on a week’s holiday and came home at 17 and a half stone. Grrr.I had to try something different this time. I happened to read a review of the fast diet book, so decided to get a copy and give it a try.
Start day was 22 March 2013. Progress was initially rapid, slowing to a steady 1 or 2 pounds a week. At the 1year milestone I weighed 12st 8lb …..a lb short of the 5 st target. I have dropped to the 12 and a half stone mark a couple of times, but seem to have stuck in the 12st 7 lb to 12st 12 lb area. 4 months with no more loss.Still doing 5:2 to maintain, but would like a few more pounds off ! Best decision I ever made was to start this ” way of life”. Stick with it !

Hi BooBoo

All my health markers are at “normal” levels now and my arthritis in my knees has all but disappeared. I have lost 10 inches from my waist at the navel ! I’ve had to replace my wardrobe twice and have never been so happy to spend the money. I’ll post more about the ups ad downs later.

Dave