I started IF last week (14:10).
I’ve mostly been able to stick to the fasting periods, but I find myself being sooo hungry when I break fast that I default to comfort food for dinner (pasta, etc) to hold me over until morning because I workout first thing in the morning (while fasting).
I’m hoping it takes some time for my body to adjust and I’ll be able to make smarter/cleaner eating decisions.
Any tips to help ease into IF?
Hello! I’ve been doing IF for about 5 years. Yes, your body will eventually get used to it by way of your stomach actually shrinking making you feel full sooner. As for breaking fast and not eating great food: that’s just gonna be a combination of strategically planning your fast times to line up with your daily needs and mental toughness. You really have to want it. If I were you, I would definitely make sure that my eating window included my workout time. It’s important to recover properly and nourish your body. Good luck you’ve got this!