<![CDATA[The FastDay Forum Blogs Feed]]> https://forum.fastday.com en <![CDATA[The weight gain epidemic]]> https://forum.fastday.com/blog/Reggie/the_weight_gain_epidemic_b-131_sid-5af8329ab6bb90ad3226c961d58edc88.html they wanted to know how much I weighed. Generally, the only other times I was weighed was at the doctors.

I know I put on weight over Christmas, the problem is it's looking like it wants to stay till next Christmas! Of course, my age has something to do with my weight gain. I'm now 52,perimenopausal and used to being the slim one in my rather large (number wise) extended family. Over the festive season I complained to a niece that my thighs were rubbing together, something new for me. 'Welcome to my world' was her swift reply!

So, it's time for action. January 2012 I was told my cholesterol was borderline. I haven't had it checked since then but...

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<![CDATA[Struggling]]> https://forum.fastday.com/blog/Aina/struggling_b-1215_sid-5af8329ab6bb90ad3226c961d58edc88.html
What I really need to do is stop eating when I am full and do not need more food!! Wednesday was a non-fast day. I did not bring lunch to work as I would be leaving early. I was starving. I can handle the hunger pangs on a fast day but on a non-fast day I have to have food. I find it totally weird. So I ate an estimate of 250 calories. Then evening came when I had my meet up. I was good and was full after a plate and had a slice of cake. The guests left and I had another piece of cake. I was stuffed by then but I had a packet of chestnuts @ 200+ calories and a potatoe patty. I could have skipped the last 2 items and will not be hungry when I go to bed. At least chestnuts is a healthier choice in food.

So I really have to learn to control myself better. Not eat when I am full. I should listen to my body. The scales this morning...

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<![CDATA[2nd Fast]]> https://forum.fastday.com/blog/vickiej/2nd_fast_b-710_sid-5af8329ab6bb90ad3226c961d58edc88.html So here i am on my second fast day and really looking forward to it! The first day i found i did think about food constantly! Today i am just getting on with it! Have alot of work and study to do! And i am going to a Zumba class this afternoon which i am not so sure is a good idea on a fast day as apparently it burns 480 cals per hour but it is all trial and error and if it doesnt work then i wont do it again!
Hope everyone out there is enjoying this as much as me! Its a positive journey :)]]>
<![CDATA[Fast #1]]> https://forum.fastday.com/blog/juliusi/fast_1_b-2249_sid-5af8329ab6bb90ad3226c961d58edc88.html Unfortunatley, for those who know my passion for sport, I cannot run lately. I Have a serious back problem and I am solving it hoping to get back on the track soon. So Christmas, winter and the lack of training have brought me to this state. Now it is time to put thing in order once again. Can't look at myself in the mirror anymore and see...

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<![CDATA[first weigh in on diet]]> https://forum.fastday.com/blog/justjackie/first_weigh_in_on_diet_b-182_sid-5af8329ab6bb90ad3226c961d58edc88.html

I can't believe I have lost 7lbs.I decided to just carry on the diet without worrying about
The weightloss. I have 3 stone to lose so i know i am in this for the long run.
But already i feel like my tummy isnt getting in the way of my yoga poses.
First fasting day i felt scared-how would i manage not to eat when i am at work.
I put it into perspective. It was comic relief not so long ago and african parents dont have enough food for all the family so they go without.
What am i worrying about? Yes i did think of food all day. But i cooked a piece of salmon with rocket and 15g of feta cubed for extra flavour and thoroughly enjoyed it.
If i feel a bit empty on my fast days in the evening,i make a cup of tea and go to bed early.
This is going to be a way of life for me.]]>