I am embarking on a 40 day water fast for spiritual healing but am curious to the physiological changes as well. It is really a blessing to see so many in this community push into starvation of the flesh in order to feed the spirit. This will be my longest fast with the last one I did being 7 days. I will keep stats and updates on mood/energy every few days.
Starting weight 232lbs at 6’3 7/22/23
I’m attempting the Lenten water fast as well although my record is 7 days so I’m entering uncharted waters. I’m 6’3” and started 253lb after dinner Tuesday so I’m a bit heavier than you. I typically lose about 10lbs the first 4 days then 1-1.5 lbs per day after that. I plan to lose 45 lbs of fat by Easter. This assumes I don’t refeed on Sundays which is my first backup plan if things don’t go as planned.
I am also doing some lenten fasting although I will probably break it up.
You should know that Lent is 48 or 49 days between Ash Wednesday and Easter Sunday. The Sundays of Lent are considered feast days and are not counted in the total.
I am on the same journey, God bless!
I’m 194cm and 116kg. I’ve only ever fasted for 72hr so this will be a new experience for me.
I have my electrolytes and the espresso machine at work. I am going to chat to my priest this weekend to get some tips on prayer practice during this time. I’ll check in as the journey continues.
All things in him!