So I am constantly unable to pass a 7 day fast due to complete boredom and exhaustion. By the time the weekend is around and I am surrounded by temptations..I give in. I am SO close to my goal weight but it’s been the HARDEST last 10-15 lbs to lose (struggle for a full year now).
HAS ANYONE tried eating once a week and re-attempting a fast?
Fast 7 days, eat, fast 7 days.
It sounds unhealthy but there are many other variations of IF and fasting- so I dont think this is too bad? (side note: i do not have ED. I am just trying to go back to my original weight at 105 before I gained all the weight from stress. The last 10-15 lbs has been tough because at 135, losing 10+ has been easy until I come to a point of extreme boredom and exhaustion after day 7. So please, no concerns. Just advice + share your stories of experience please!)
I did 5-8 day fasts once a month for about 4 months and burned out pretty good for the last 6 months, unable to go longer than 24 hrs. Regained everything I’d lost during that time (kept up OMAD keto & have lots to still lose). I’d be concerned about rebounding and therefore regaining.