The FastDay Forum

Hello!
I bought the 5:2 book yesterday, picking it up because I had misunderstood the word 'fast' - thought it related to speed rather than fasting!!!
Anyway, a quick flick through the pages and I decided this looks like it is worth a go. I didn't see the Horizon programme and all the fuss has passed me by. Been messaging a couple of friends and they are also keen to start this week. Let's see what happens.
Would like to lose about 10 pounds and am feeling very positive.
I'm a teacher and spend a huge amount of my time at home glued to my computer. Am aiming for a better work / life balance and being healthy will be part of that. I'm 41 and have only recently started to think about trying to stay young for as long as possible. I want to be around for my children for the next 40 years at least.

Right, off to bed now. Busy day at school tomorrow and I'm hoping that will make my first fast day easier.
Looking forward to visiting the forums regularly to look for advice and as time goes on, share tips.
Bye for now.

[Tracieknits]

Welcome to the forums! Well that's a fortuitous accident then I've certainly purchased worse by mistake LOL

You'll find lots of great support here. I find fast days seem to go easier when I check in Good luck

Welcome and good luck with your first fast

So, I fasted yesterday and it was absolutely fine. Went to my Zumba class in the evening and didn't collapse in a heap, so all good.
Actually, have felt hungrier today than yesterday. Fasting again tomorrow and hoping it will be ok, but feeling hungry now and trying not to think about it. Thankfully, I have a very busy day at work tomorrow so will aim to keep focused on that. Must also remember to bring my herbal teas to school with me, so I can drink plenty without having to add calories for normal tea which I drink with milk.

Thanks for the welcome.
Have two friends at work who have ordered the book, so there'll be some motivation / support there too.
Bye for now.