The FastDay Forum

Hi everyone,

I started 5:2 about a month ago, and have done 6 fasts. I found the fast days ok, and easier the more I did (and this forum is a god send!) but my weight has just gone up and down the same few lbs and I have ended up right back where I started.

I do believe that on the non fast days I probably ate over my TDEE, but I don't think it was a huge amount more than before, so there should have been some sort of overall loss. I don't like calorie counting as I did weight watchers a few years ago, followed by a year of MFP and I really wanted a break from all of that; although I am trying to do it again now as I really want to lose a bit of weight.

I was going to do a fast day on Monday this week but I woke up feeling really weak and wobbly, so decided not to.

I am also having problems with my bowels and periods,which have been ongoing for many months, but it has got unbearable. I have booked an appointment with a GP for tomorrow. I am not looking forward to it, as it is a man (that I am not used to) and it will be embarrassing.

So to cut a long story short, I am feeling miserable, fat and poorly

Sorry to hear this and I hope you feel better soon. Your bmi is in the healthy weight range so I really wouldn't beat yourself and concentrate on getting better

Thanks ever so much Claire,

I was wondering why I didn't have any replies and maybe that's why! Trouble is I have been trying to lose 4lbs then 5lbs then 6lbs then 8lbs and now 9lbs for about 18 months, and the weight is going up and up and I feel out of control and nothing I do is working

Hi Cags sorry to hear you feel so down. Some people on the forum have said that although your weight might have gone up or stayed the same, you might have lost from your waist. Have you taken measurements before and after? I don't weigh or measure, I just go by how my trousers/skirts feel. Also, you are in it for the long haul - so keep going, you are bound to lose weight. I've been doing it 8 months, and found it difficult sometimes e.g. over the cold period - but getting easier again now. Keep going, good luck with the GP, and let us know how you get on.

Hey Cags,
Sorry to hear you are having a down time. Girl things and hormones play havoc with weight and emotions. Just aim to eat well - can you get some gentle exercise in, get some fresh air or put on your favourite dance track and dance around the house (like a loon as another forum member put it). This should help to improve your mood for now.
Hopefully the doctor will have some suggestions for you. Let us know how you get on.

I don't think that's why u haven't had any replied its about how you feel about yourself that's important but was just pointing it out to try and make u feel better! It sounds like you body is used to whatever you and doing and needs a shock hence the reason I have stopped slimming world and started this diet - r u eating enough on feed days

I advocate what Caro says fresh air is the best medicine event just a little 15 mins stroll I suffer from depression and this works tremendously x

Thanks guys, Chris yes just measured my waist and it's back to where it started. It might be my hormones, or I was wondering if I had candida, or endometriosis - something is definitely not quite right - I have been on my third mini pill for 5 months (had to change a few years ago from combined due to age and headaches), so wasn't sure if it was that or my body causing erratic periods. I'd like to come off it but there is no alternative at the moment.

Thanks Claire, I know you meant well - it's just that I was sat here nearly in tears looking at how many views my post had with no replies and I felt a whole lot worse for a bit!

I really ought to exercise, but I've been feeling light headed all week - I walk the dog for at least twenty minutes twice a day. I did pilates last night and enjoyed that. I shall go out with my dog at about 4pm so that will get me out of the house with some fresh air.

I'm going to get in the bath now and have a soak with a cup of tea, try and wash away the blues!

x

So sorry that you're having a bad patch, hopefully after your visit to the docs any underlying probs will be sorted.
Once you have peace of mind there i'm sure you'll be able to continue with 5:2
Wish you lots of luck!! let us know how you get on

I'm glad to hear you've made an appointment to see a doctor Caroline, you need to sort out your health issues. It may well be the stress your body has been under health wise that has affected your weight loss. You can always get back on 5:2 when you're well again. Wishing you all the best.

Last one from me! I don't even think measuring your waist helps that much when you are at a goodish BMI. My waist and my daughters are almost the same (she is 21 I am 49 - we weigh almost the same although she is a cm taller) she is still a dress size smaller than me as I have more fat in other places! I don't imagine my waist will change that much even after losing another couple of kilos. (Does that make sense??)

Sorry to hear you are having a miserable time. It sounds like you have a lot going on medically, which must be worse if you don't have a comfortable relationship with your Doctor. Could you maybe see if there is a female Doc who you could switch to?
Quite a lot of people on here who want to increase the amount of exercise they do, are following the Couch to 5K program, which is endorsed by the NHS and you can download an app for most phones/devices. It involves 30 mins guided exercise 3 times a week - you could take the dog!
Possibley a totally irrelevant comment, but I just had to give up my pill (I'll be 54 next month) and after a very long and sympathetic appointment with the practice nurse and having a Marina coil fitted (or whatever the term for it is ) tomorrow

Thanks Sian

I have heard a lot of good thinks about the Couch to 5k programme. I have done three race for lifes so know I am capable of it, I have just got out of shape! Haven't run in about 7 years.

Trouble with my practice is that I usually see a different GP every time I go - the one I am registered with is a man (not the one I am seeing tomorow) and I saw him about my bowels about 12 years ago. There is a nice lady GP there but it is impossible to get an appointment to see her, so I went online this morning just to see when she would be available next (June!) and there was a cancellation for tomorrow, so I thought sod it, and booked it! I haven't been about these newer problems before so it will be like starting from scratch so I have everything whirring in my head trying to think of where to start and what to say.

I have been offered the coil but a bit apprehensive as I've heard it can be difficult if you've not had a baby, although have had a miscarriage before and D&C.

I am 42 in September.

Hi Cags....first things first...*Big Hugs*

hi Cags. Just logged in on phone to wish you well.
I may not be logged in but l'm with you all in spirit. I keep charger at work cos i keep peeking on here.