Day 14 – UK – FD

Good morning all – another early check in for me!!

Yoga class via Zoom at 1000 so a quick post whilst I enjoy a cup of tea ☕️ ZBC

Managed to fit in a brisk 8km yesterday afternoon and got some great photos highlighting autumnal colours around here 🍂🌦
Back home to prep dinner – a Prawn curry (tomato based with homemade curry paste mix) served with a small serve of brown basmati rice and red cabbage and carrot salad before doing my regular 1700hrs High Impact Pilates class – so a slightly later dinner by the time I had a shower after class and finished cooking but ending with a good CD with plenty of exercise after all!!

@i-hate-lettuce – Re feeding the cake……..I thought so 😉
@kazoo and @missybear – stick with us – I’m holding on tight to you both
@bellalondon – 2lbs in a week is great – slow and steady gets you there and helps to re-educate your eating habits 👍
@basyjames @northerndawn and others – glad that quote resonated with you 🤗
@stitchincarol – looking forward to your descriptions of your DS’s birthday dinner from Ad Hoc At Home by Thomas Keller on Thursday – RE Rum for the cake I had some Spiced Rum in the cupboard left by someone I suspect as I don’t tend to drink it but otherwise I would personally use a dark rum over white rum for extra flavour
@diana123 – great news on your successful FD
@prina39 – welcome back – you were with us in early June last year 🤗
@penz – here is the Torta Di Riso recipe I followed:-
The Italians like to stud their Torta Di Riso with candied peel, bake it in a tin lined with crushed amaretti, and eat it cold. I sprinkle mine with nutmeg, and serve it warm, most frequently with a jewel-bright mixed berry compote
OH happy to eat leftovers cold (very much recommended for breakfast he says) – We love it best eaten warm but then the cake is still quite tender, so I should caution you against trying to remove it from its base.
150g arborio rice
700ml full-fat milk
¼ tsp fine sea salt
1 lemon
75g soft, unsalted butter, plus more for greasing tin
3 large eggs, at room temperature
50g caster sugar
2 tsp vanilla extract
Whole Nutmeg, for grating

Put the rice, milk and salt into a heavy-based saucepan and finely grate the zest of the lemon into it. Over high heat, and stirring regularly, bring almost to boiling point, but not quite. Turn the heat down to low, and continue to cook for about 30 minutes, stirring every now and then, until the rice is cooked and the milk is absorbed. Keep an eye on it, as you don’t want the milk to start boiling, nor do you want the rice to stick to the bottom of the pan.
Take the pan off the heat, and stir in the 75g of butter until melted. Scrape the contents of the pan into a bowl large enough to take all the remaining ingredients. Leave for about an hour to cool. Once it’s at room temperature, heat the oven to 160C (140C fan)/320F/gas mark 3, and butter a 20cm springform cake tin.
Separate the eggs, letting the whites fall into a large grease-free bowl, and drop the yolks into a wide measuring jug (or a bowl). Whisk the whites until stiff, and set aside. Add the sugar to the yolks, and whisk until pale and moussey.
Add the vanilla extract and two teaspoons of juice from the zested lemon to the yolks and sugar, and then pour gradually into the cooled rice, folding it in well as you go.
Dollop a large spoonful of the stiffly whisked whites into the rice bowl and stir briskly to lighten the mixture, and then fold in a third of the remaining whites gently but thoroughly, then another third. Once that’s incorporated, fold in the rest. Pour and scrape this mixture gently into the prepared tin.
Grate nutmeg over generously and bake for 45 minutes; by then the top will have set, with no hint of wobble underneath.
Sit it on a wire rack for about about an hour, until it’s just slightly warm. To ease the unmoulding, slip a small spatula all around the edges, unclip the tin, and transfer the cake, still on its base, to a flat plate.
Serve each slice with a little of the berry compote
Takes a bit of time to do but not difficult – hope you and your OH enjoy it too!

Pocket list Day 14
@at

ZBC
@at

Exercise 30×5
@at

DTF
@northerndawn
@at

“If I quit now, I will soon be back to where I started. And when I started, I was desperately wishing to be where I am now”

Day 14 – USA/GA – FD

Discouraging morning. 243 lb. weigh-in is more than 2 lb. gain over yesterday morning and the exact same weight I started out this month. Grrr.. OK, I have to remember that’s not fat, but water for that much weight increase in 24 hours. I do need to be more mindful on NFD, including increasing water intake on those days, too! I measured my waistline to prove to myself no more “inches” had been put on. Let’s calmly reset in reset October and move forward.

***

“I don’t understand it,” Wesley says. “Our ride should be here by now.” I, too, was feeling desperate. “I want to get out of here.” Lola eyes both of us puzzlingly. “Haven’t either of you heard that old saying, ‘A watched pot never boils?'” Wesley shakes his head, but I nod in response. “Well, basically, if you put a pot of water on the stove and sit over it, waiting for it to boil, it seems to take twice as long. But if you go away and do something else, it is boiling before you realize it. That’s the problem. If you’re overly anxious for something to happen, it’s going to feel like it is taking twice as long to get here. Like our Uber.” I ponder Lola’s words of wisdom. “I see, so if we get our minds off of the fact that the Uber is running late, and do something else, it will pull up?” Lola nods, “exactly!” Wesley cuts in, “and what do you precisely suggest we do, Lola?” Lola glares back at Wesley, “I don’t know! Talk, dance, sing.” I think. “99 Bottles of Beer on the Wall?” Wesley laughs. “I’m not singing that.” Lola pipes in, “what if we share our most embarrassing moments? I’ll start by sharing Wesley’s. One time, at Raffaello’s restaurant on Tanner Street, we…” “LOLA! NO!” Wesley shouted. Lola laughed. “Well, you suggest something, Wesley,” I say. “No. I’ll just wait over here.”

***

Adding myself to today’s pocket list. I saw a discouraging number this morning, but I’ll count it as an anomaly and work harder to stay within my TDEE on my NFDs while increasing my water intake tomorrow through Sunday. It will happen, but as Lola said, I can’t stand over the pot hoping for it to boil. Best wishes, all!

Pocket list Day 14
@at
@northgeorgia

ZBC
@at
@northgeorgia

Exercise 30×5
@at

DTF
@northerndawn
@at

Day 14 Wisconsin USA CD

Hello everyone,
Official weight today is another pound down, to 158, although just barely. I’ll take it, but I know I have to be a little vigilant around bedtime, when I seem to be able to convince myself that I’ll sleep better if I have “a little something”.

I volunteer at our local library and today I’m going in for a few hours to collect books and other materials that have been placed on hold. Turns out I actually love this volunteer job, criss-crossing the library, bending, reaching, getting up and down from the floor, as I locate books, audio CDs and DVDs for patrons to pick up later. The library is closed for much of the time I’m there, so it’s mostly me and a librarian or two, all masked, which makes it a safer activity.

@prina39 welcome, you’ve come to the right place.
@kazoo, stay and post. I can so identify with your challenges right now.
@missybear I don’t know if it helps, but I always take your motto “together we are stronger” to heart and it helps me. Keep posting.
@i-hate-lettuce love the chicken story. My neighbor has chickens (on a very small scale) which I sometimes care for and I can picture this with glee.
@daffodil2010, enjoy that take out dinner!
@emma-taylor good luck with OMAD today. I find OMAD challenging, but on the other hand if I can hold off eating longer I do better, so maybe I should try it more often.

Plan for Day 14:
16:8, avoid sugar and processed foods
Eat under my TDEE
Continue walking and daily yoga (completed a short practice this morning)

Good luck today to everyone, whichever path you are on.

USA. Day 14. FD

Just jumping in to post today, while waiting for the arrival of my grandson!!

Pocket list Day 14
@at
@northgeorgia
@songbirdme
@ccco

ZBC
@at
@northgeorgia
@basyjames
@songbirdme

Exercise 30×5
@at
@basyjames

DTF
@northerndawn
@at
@basyjames

Have a great day, everyone! 🙂

@snowflake56 – once the cake is baked, wrap it in cooking foil and then a bag, leave it in a cool place. Then once every 2 or 3 weeks, unwrap the cake and drizzle a tablespoon of rum on the cake. Re wrap and repeat 😉

@snowflake56 … If workmen problems continue…. forget the cake, drink the rum yourself …. tablespoon optional 🙂

Day 15, NFD, Aus

Anniversary for us, so defn not a FD! This weekend we’re trying one of those cook at home restaurant meals. It’s a three course French feast so it should be good. Is it bad, tho, to pair with Australian wine??

Hang in there, @kazoo. You and join me and @flourbaby as peanut butter spoon dippers. We’ve all done it. But perhaps stick a note on the fridge or a stick on the lid of the jar asking yourself if you REALLY want to do this?

Thanks for the Brad update, @EmmaTaylor!

“Scrumping”??? @Ihatelettuce?? You’re going to have to explain that one to me! Apple thievery?

Thank you so much for the recipe, @at. It looks delish!!

Day 15, Emden Germany, FD

No workers for the next few days, my husband is at work so I have a whole day to myself. A perfect day for a bit of self care. My skin looks bad after a few days of too much of sugar so I have to take care of that.

@stitchincarol I hope your enjoyed your DS’s 29th birthday dinner last night. Thanks for the advice on the Christmas cake. I haven’t made it yet, I’m missing a few ingredients. I think the linoleum will go out eventually, it’s such a pity everything went so wrong.

@northerndawn You did have a busy day! I often forget to post when busy so for me it’s better to post early.

@penz Happy Anniversary! I think any wine would work. What are you planning to cook?

As I’m busy today, it seems a good day for a FD. I put everyone with fasting intentions on today’s list. I’m not sure if some of you have breakfast on your FD so I only have the ones I know of on the ZBC list.

Pocket list day 15
@stitchincarol
@northerndawn
@daffodil2010
@missybear
@snowflake56

ZBC day 15
@stitchincarol
@northerndawn
@snowflake56

Have a nice day everyone!

Day 15 – Lake district UK – NFD

@penz – Re ‘scrumping’ – Doesn’t seem to go on much these days, but 50+ years ago as a lad, ‘raids’ were made on orchards. Usually a couple or three of us would go and ‘collect’ apples from various orchards around the area, go home with pockets full. One orchard I particularly remember as a lad was a few of the local catholic priests had accommodation with a very nice orchard to the side of the very large house. The number of times we were chased out of there and the language from the occupants was choice to say the least.

So my wanderings around the village doing the same nowadays isn’t quite the same when the people round are happy for me to help myself, although I’m not so sure I’d get over the walls just as easy nowadays, quite happy to walk through the gate. Mind you, there’s quite a long season as various varieties ripen, had some fantastic Russets this year, quite a few stored up.

@stitchincarol – Yes I have added spent grain to my bread, it’s really nice, just have to remember not to add too much, I had the same problem the first time, it was heavy!
I think you asked about my Christmas beer, yes it’s brewed, I made a ruby coloured beer and simply add cloves, cinnamon sticks and nutmeg, just a hint of spice works nicely. The ruby colour is a combination of malt for a standard brew, with an addition of a little crystal malt and chocolate malt. Being slightly stronger needs plenty of time in the bottle to condition, I know some who brew their Christmas Ale in September so it’s at its best for Christmas.

Managed a really good walk yesterday, furthest for a while, so quite pleased, the leaves are changing quickly now as the temperatures drop, but the colours were spectacular in the sun. Bit dull this morning but still heading out soon.

Take care all

Day 15 – UK – FD800

I’m not sure why I put yesterday as a FD as I very rarely do a Wednesday???? Anyhow I did do a FD800 and so decided to do another today which is my regular 2nd FD of the week.

Brilliant yoga class yesterday concentrate on legs/bum – felt it too!! Then went for a lovely 10km walk early afternoon and enjoyed the beautiful autumn scenery around us in sunshine although there was a cool breeze.

Then had to give the shower a good clean as I have the plumber coming this afternoon to sort out whatever the problem is as I can’t get the temperatures hot enough through the mixer taps……whilst he is here he can also fix the dripping tap in the kitchen……

Did my usual Thursday 7am Broga class with OH then did my regular Aerobics class at 9am so having a little rest whilst I catch up here

@northgeorgia – the weight gain is probably water from salty foods e.g. that pizza – I’m sure it will go down sooner than later
@markie99 – a lb is a lb – small steps all add up
@snowflake56 – don’t put the cake in the freezer!! after each feed with the rum make sure it’s well wrapped in baking parchment then aluminium foil – I use two layers of baking foil then put the whole thing in a cake tin with a tight fitting lid – and start the process all over every two/three weeks
Sorry to hear about the issues with your linoleum 🤗 Hopefully they will accept their mistake and replace it properly for you 🤞
@stitchincarol – how was DS birthday dinner? I used to do similar gourmet club with 3 other girlfriends (OHs not allowed!!) In our case the host cooked the main meal and the others fitted in around with canapés, starter and desert and each provided the wine for their course – Many a wonderful evening enjoyed – If I’m ever in Nebraska I’ll certainly get in touch!
@penz – Happy Anniversary 🍾🥂 and no issues from me for pairing your French feast with some great Ausralian wines – Have a fab time
@i-hate-lettuce – good to hear that you too got out for a good walk yesterday to enjoy our wonderful autumn scenery

Pocket list day 15
@stitchincarol
@northerndawn
@daffodil2010
@missybear
@snowflake56
@bellalondon FD800
@at FD800

ZBC day 15
@stitchincarol
@northerndawn
@snowflake56
@daffodil2010
@bellalondon
@at

Exercise 30×5
@daffodil2010
@basyjames
@at

DTF
@northerndawn
@at
@basyjames

“Nothing is stronger than your own desire to succeed”

Day 15 USA (Illinois) NFD

Yesterday’s FD was excellent, just over 200 calories. One FD a week is working for me to keep at maintenance. Only issue is more dental work looms. Very good overall health is wonderful, just teeth and gums are taking a beating. Will get a bridge next month and periodontal gum referral as well.

@northgeorgia – YEAH FOR YOU! ‼🍾 pop the champagne! You’re rocking this WOL

@i-hate-lettuce – your escapades in “scrumping” were delightful. I bet you were quite the raucous lad.

Off for an oil change and a massage in a bit.

Onward and downward.

Day 15 North Canton OH CD

The hot flashes were particularly brutal last night 😥 lord have mercy

@stitchincarol DD’s anxiety is way less, she is more composed now and she said she felt a difference the first night she used them. OH is definitely sleeping better and waking rested, he is out like a light when his head hits the pillow. Talking one minute and dead asleep the next, he has also stopped snoring. Even though my flashes occasionally breakthrough, I really think they are helping me too with my symptoms; I have had many good nights, and even the bad ones are bearable.

I would like to waterfast but I don’t think I am in a good place to do it, so TRE is where I am hanging at right now.

Enjoy your day and stay hopeful

Day 15 Wisconsin USA OMAD
Hi everyone,
House cleaning is our main activity this morning, and in the afternoon we will be attending a film festival (virtually, of course). Our 10-day Milwaukee Film Festival is a favorite of ours and most years find us watching a film at one of four or five theaters almost every day. This year we purchased a “season pass” and will be watching at home via Roku on our TV. No lines, no sold out films, no driving across town. Still, we will miss the theater experience, the applause and the excitement of being able to see films in a large group of people.

@snowflake56, great idea to do some self-care.
@daffodil2010, I remember when we had never heard of zoom and now we use it often.
@i-hate-lettuce, glad your apple-raiding days are over. Sound like you learned some colorful language, though.
@bellalondon, congratulation on your success!
@at, your yoga class sounds great. The (online) class I’m doing later focuses on hips and legs as well.
@northgeorgia, happy you got to club 230, even if only for a brief visit this time.
@stitchincarol, I love the thoughts you post for us to ponder. In my yoga classes, I sometimes ask my participants to think of something they love about themselves. Often they tell me later that request almost brings them to tears. I think that says a lot about our self-talk.

Plan for Day 15:
OMAD
Continue walking and daily yoga

Take care everyone.

Day 16, NFD, Aus

Great news @northgeorgia!

Day 16 – Japan – WFD #82

So far going very well.

D16 UK Lake District

Still here just reading not posting. Got too much going on in my head.

I am thinking about you all.

Let see what today brings.

Happy Friday.

Day 16 – USA/GA – NFD

Weigh-in: 239.6 lbs

Hmm, that’s a good sign!

***

As we slouch back into the relative comfort and quietness of the car, a quiet befalls us. Watching the buildings whiz by with the hum of the engine as our soundtrack made us very sleepy. No one said a word. Just a few sighs and a cough or two from a dry throat are the extent of the vocalizations made. Fifteen minutes later, we have entered the oasis of our six three-story building apartment complex. We pull in front of building C. Wes adds a tip on his phone and says, “thanks so much!” as we pop out, slightly slouched with exhaustion, and walk onto the sidewalk leading into the building. “I’ll give you all a call around lunchtime,” I say. Wesley nods. “OK, sounds good.” We walk Lola to her apartment door on the 2nd floor. “Good night, fellows! Can’t wait for the fun times ahead this week!” she says as she closes and locks her door. Wesley and I continue up to the third floor. “See you in the … err, afternoon! Can’t believe the sun is coming up in a couple of hours.” Wesley shuts the door to his place as I walk down a couple of doors to my home. I unlock the door, shut it behind me and flip on the light switch. I kick off my shoes and grab a quick drink of water from a glass by the kitchen sink. Sighing, I walk into the bedroom and sit on the corner of the bed. I toss my keys into nightstand and collapse backwards onto my pillow, staring at the ceiling fan suspended above me. I lose track of time as I close my eyes.

***

Hope everyone has a great weekend!

Day 16 Wisconsin USA OMAD

Hello, Quick check in on this busy day. Have been active in voter registration in our area and now working to promote early voting which starts in a few days. Challenging to do this safely. Much of it is phone banking and some safe face-to-face and masked outdoor events.

Met my exercise and yoga goals yesterday but a little short of OMAD, so trying again today.

Plan for Day 16:
OMAD, avoid sugar and processed foods.
Continue walking and daily yoga.

Hope everyone has a successful day. Take care.

Pocket list day 16
@dykask WFD

ZBC day 16
@daffodil2010
@northendawn
@at
@snowflake56
@markie99

Exercise day 16 30×5
@snowflake56 💃
@markie99

Day 16 Melb Aust TDEE

Finally over the “eatathon” for my birthday and ready to focus back on 5:2. Will hope to end the month at least a little down on the start.

@northgeorgia, yay for the 230s, enjoying Lola, Wesley and your adventures. Will they cease now the 230s have arrived?

Good to see how well everyone seems to be doing. Looking forward to joining you all for the rest of the month! 🙂

Onward and downwards!

Day 16 Minnesota, US FD

Yesterday’s FD did not go well…..When I eat at noon or before 2 pm, I often struggle a couple hours later with my appetite and then overeat at supper, or snack a bit after. I was just quite hungry yesterday, for some reason. I kept to proteins and some fats, so I think I will have a good FD today……I need one, as I am up a pound, and I don’t think that is just water weight. I haven’t been as diligent as I should be about keeping track of calories and serving sizes, so it’s time to put in the effort for the next two weeks if I want to see some progress by November.

Dry until Saturday….We are having the family cookout tomorrow afternoon as the temperature will be in the mid 50’s (12.8 C). The rest of the week much cooler with possible rain, and breezy.

@stitchincarol You asked how we will manage family cookouts as the weather turns to winter……well, we bought a large propane patio heater…..the tall round ones that you see on restaurant patios. We will try it out tomorrow and see where the best placement will be, and what kind of additional shelter we can set up to protect from wind, etc. Part of the patio is covered, so that will help us stay out of the rain or snow. We also have a woodburning fire pit close by. Hopefully, we won’t set anything on fire, lol. It is a southern exposure which gets very warm when the sun is shining, so that will help. If we get too cold, even covered with blankets, sipping our hot chocolate/drinks, we will just go into the family room and warm up a bit at the fireplace (the patio is off the walkout basement), where there is room for distancing, more or less, and we will have masks on. There will be a learning curve, to be sure. But, where there is a will, there is a way, and I don’t know how I’ll survive the winter, psychologically, if I can’t spend time with my little granddaughters and DD and DSIL occasionally!

@daffodil2010. I’m so sorry to hear of your Aunt’s passing. I’m afraid more and more people will now be personally touched by this virus, since it has not yet even affected 10% of the population; but it will, eventually. That’s difficult for people to understand, at this point, because it really has been contained better than Flu or cold’s or what have you, so far. And we’ve heard about it for so long (it seems). We have months of fighting it to come. Enjoy your time with your Dad and I hope your whole family can get together on Zoom…..It’ll be wonderful for you all!

@kazoo I’m glad you are still with us. You’ll get back into the swing of things when the time is right.

@betsylee and @annabelle48 I am with you in resetting to end the month with a “loss”. Sending you some mojo!

@i-hate-lettuce Have a good weekend and do the things that bring relaxation and make you happy. Good luck for the weeks ahead.

Pocket list day 16
@dykask WFD
@stitchincarol
@northerndawn

ZBC day 16
@daffodil2010
@northerndawn
@at
@snowflake56
@markie99
@stitchincarol

Exercise day 16 30×5
@snowflake56 💃
@markie99
@stitchincarol
@northerndawn

DTS
@northerndawn

Day 16. Athens. OMAD

Home to London tomorrow. It’s very worrying that everybody I speak to says stay away as long as you can. Yikes. I think we may try to come away again before Christmas.
One thing I’ve noticed since I’ve been doing OMAD – I had a tiny bit of cellulite ( that’s a lie – I had loads…) on my legs but it seems to have nearly gone!!! Wha…..!!!! I know that people who lose a lot of weight by fasting don’t seem to have the folds of surplus skin that some people get when they lose a lot of weight, but I thought the cellulite was here to stay. Huge bonus.
On the subject of self talk, and how we run ourselves down, I remember posting a link to a YouTube video where a sweet girl doing intermittent fasting said that she tried to say something nice to herself in the mirror every day, and as she liked her eyes, she said that. She said ‘it works, it really works’ , and I thought she was so convincing that I try to do the same. It really makes a difference. No point hating ourselves….😳😳😳😳😳

DAY 16 – UK – CD

Late check in today but happy to report that I did manage another good FD800 yesterday and today was a CD – so a good controlled and alcohol free week. Let us hope that I manage to do TDEE days whilst enjoying some wine over the weekend and not undo the good work of this week!!!!

@markie99 – Another great yoga class again this morning, some variations from Wednesday but still concentrating on legs and glutes!! The teacher is my regular one who I used to do face to face 2 classes per week and now do zoom ones until we can resume live ones…….

Then met up with a good friend for an outdoor coffee and a chat – she is going through a difficult time – her younger sister is terminally ill with cancer – life can be so unfair!!

@stitchincarol – your meal for DS birthday sounds absolutely 😋 and great to hear that you all had a fab time! Unfortunately the plumber could not sort out all the issues as he has to order a part for the shower so another visit will required – he did manage to flood my shower room and totally drench himself in the process……..luckily we managed to mop up the water without any damage from water leaking through to the ceiling below!!!!
@daffodil2010 – sorry to hear about your aunt – sad times with Covid making grieving so much harder 🤗
@kazoo – I’m holding on tight to you until your mojo returns – Together We Are Stronger!!
@i-hate-lettuce – I have been enjoying your reminiscing and your pocket contents as a child was amazing!! Have a fab relaxing weekend – enjoy good food and some walks before the treatment starts in earnest next week – sending all positive thoughts and strength to you and Mrs IHL 🤗
@northgeorgia – told you that 239’s were yours 👍
@emma-taylor – safe travels back tomorrow – sadly ‘m sure that you have heard that London is going into Tier 2 this weekend 😔
@betsylee – Birthdays are to be enjoyed so glad you enjoyed yours and now you can press your RESET button and finish the challenge on a high

Pocket list day 16
@dykask WFD
@stitchincarol
@northerndawn

ZBC day 16
@daffodil2010
@northerndawn
@at
@snowflake56
@markie99
@stitchincarol

Exercise day 16 30×5
@snowflake56 💃
@markie99
@stitchincarol
@northerndawn
@at

DTS
@northerndawn
@at

“If I quit now, I will soon be back to where I started. And when I started, I was desperately wishing to be where I am now”

Day 16 USA (Illinois) NFD

Just finally getting to some posts. Today was a fairly busy day baking some apple cinnamon muffins. Also a trip to the orchard for more apples to make another batch of applesauce. DH promised to help peel this time.

@daffodil2010 – so sorry to hear that COVID has claimed your aunt. I am sure this must be a hard time for all your family. Sending you so many hugs and prayers for comfort. 🙏🤝

@i-hate-lettuce – your description of the boys in your gang made my mind go directly to the old nursery rhyme “What Are Little Boys Made Of?” I can see you with “frogs and snails, and puppy dog tails” for sure. Hope your weekend has gone well.

@northerndawn – do let us know how you appreciate your patio heater. We in northern Illinois wonder about them.

Onward and downward.

D17 UK Lake District

Still hovering. Taking baby steps.

Day 17 – Japan – NFD

My water fast went pretty well but these days my schedule is messed up, so the fast was only about 35 hours. I have a son in college that is attending classes all night long at his University 11 time zones away.

Today my stomach is full and I still want to eat. A couple years ago I didn’t fell that way. On the other hand, I’m eating less than I used too.

I see some have a goal of eating 1000 fewer calories than they burn everyday. That is far too difficult for me. With the water fasting I’m eating about 400 calories less per day than I used too averaged out over a week. Sometimes less if I fast more, which isn’t often. I think over time my body has adjusted to that. Partly I weight less but I’m sure there are more factors. I’m starting to push a bit more on controlling my eating, but controlling eating is a lot harder than just not eating at all for me. (I realize many people aren’t like that.)

Anyway getting back to fasting. 30+ hours is a cakewalk most of the time for me. That second day though gets hard and that is why I don’t often do it. By day 3, the hunger tends to die down and it get easier.