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Morning

I have just bought the Fast Diet book and have read t cover to cover and I am totally inspired to try this new lifestyle.

A little bit about me, I am 41yrs old and a mother of 2. I have tried every conceivable diet over the years, some with success, most with none. I watched the programme last year and thought initally that it was another gimmicky diet but I should have known better.

I am going to start on Monday and make that and a Thursday my "fast" days, I have been reading some recommended menu's and feel I can do this.

I am hoping to get inspiration and encouragement from you all and one more thing to say "Wish me luck"

Welcome to the forum Kab1971!

I also fast on Mondays and Thursdays (it is the most popular combination I think). I haven't so far done much by way of recipes, quite a lot of ready meals (which have the twin advantages of being already calorie-counted and you don't get hungry planning and making them).

If you manage the first two weeks then I think you will be away with it and become yet another evangelist for 5:2! It gets easier because your body adapts and you get used to that hungry feeling (oh yes, you will feel it!)

Masses of good stuff here to help, definitely start in the FAQ board with the Welcome and the Short Answers. Also the thread of tips for newbies.

Lots of friendly people here and some of them very well-informed too. If you have a specific questions do use the search tool to see if it's been answered already, otherwise just ask!

Oh, and good luck!