Daily Fasting Check-in!

* **Type** of fast (water, juice, smoking, etc.) * **Context** of fast (start, end, day x of y, etc.) * **Length** of fast (8 hours, 3 days, etc.) * **Why?** What you hope to accomplish with your fast * **Notes** How is it going so far? Any concerns? Insights to share? Be sure to check back often as comments get posted throughout the day. Sort comments by "new" to be sure the newer comments get some love as well.

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M46 | 6’2” | 18:6 -> OMAD | GW: 215

I am two weeks into IF and Keto and I have to say I really struggled the first week, but I’m super proud how I did. Second week was easier and I’ve moved from a 16:8 to 18:6 with a goal of OMAD. Week three begins with me feeling energized and excited for what’s to come. I tried on an older set of pants that was a size smaller and they fit, if maybe a little tightly, but they fit.

I had made great progress before that thing started in 2020 and I really backslid a lot. Because of that I’m not going near a scale for a while - kind of depressing. I think once I’m comfortably down a size I’ll drag it back out and start tracking then.

David

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Wrapping up 6 weeks of IF, mostly 20:4. Down between 11-13 pounds. Been sick all week (so no workouts) and started prednisone today. Ugh.

Besides the weight gain and ”puffiness” prednisone is known for, it also makes me super emotional, as in I just sit down and cry for no reason. I’m doing 3 days of 60mg and then 3 days of 30.

Anyone done short term prednisone and IF successfully? Managed not to gain or at least minimize gain? Ready for advice, as I really don’t want to undo the progress I’ve made.