The FastDay Forum

After my first week on 5:2 I have lost 2lbs......unbelievable....I can't believe it actually works lol

5 days of eating what I normally would (I wasn't really a bad eater anyway) and 2 days on 500cals - 2nd fast day was really hard, I was ravenous all day! For the first time in years I don't feel like I've been dieting, haven't been counting points.....its also my TOTM this weekend which normally see's +2lbs at least, but no -2lbs woohooo

Onwards and downwards this week........I will however be more organised on my 2 fast days, I think I need a meal at 12ish and 6ish for this to be sustainable, no food all day was a killer!!!

Well done sj, this is a great start, and you are working out what works for you. Loads of support on here, good luck for future continued loss

Hi sj and well done,!! Yes this is easiest diet I've ever done I can see myself doing this for the rest of my life just imagine 1day of 500 calories in the middle of the week SO Easy + simple.
Good luck with next week Sue

Well done, SJ. This WOE really works I found fast days tough to start with and had a salad lunch to help get through, but it's true what (nearly) everyone says - it DOES get easier. After about 3 weeks I realised I didn't feel light headed anymore and gave up lunch, which extended my fasting time to close to 24 hours and gave me a more substantial meal in the evening. Keep an open mind, listen to your body and work out what suits you best.

The thing I like most about this WOE is I can see myself maintaining this weight loss without the daily counting and feelings of deprivation any other plan requires. Add on the health benefits and it's an absolute no-brainer!