Fasting hours

• Just completed a 244 hour water fast. Previously my longest fast was 50ish hours.

• Would it be beneficial to dry fast for the first 24 hours of each 72-hour fast?

• Safe for me to do a 96 hour water fast?

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• 36-hour fasts M,W,F or one 72 hour fast each week?

  Ignoring that one may be easier than the other (all dependent on personal preference), is there a benefit to one slightly longer fast over 3 ‘medium’ fasts? (Or vice versa)

• Long walks & _ hours of fasting daily. Results?

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• Going for a 48 Hour fast. Last feeding window is tonight. Fasting Tuesday and breaking on Wednesday.

• Is 13 hours fasting enough to begin fasted cardio and achieve increased fat burned?

• 135h and 5 minutes over a 120 hour fast

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• 24 hours deep into my second 36 hour fast this week…

  My aunt brought me pizza. Had to bury it in the fridge. I have learned the true meaning of suffering.

• 72 hour fast once a week vs 2 48 hour fasts a week

  The reason I’m asking is because 72 hour fast I can lose 1-3 lbs depending. I lift/cardio 4 days a week I’m 5’8 around 190 lbs. if I estimated I’m 12-14 % bf, so I’m lean what would be faster?...

• any tips on starting 48 hour fast

• 29 hours in my 90 hour fast…

  I usually do rolling 48 hour fasts so I am really scared tomorrow I wont make it and break at 48. I need motivation and advice. Thanks, friends!!

• What are the benefits of a 24 hour fast?

  I’ve been intermittent fasting for a few years now and I’ve enjoyed doing so. Would like to try extended fasts for 24 hours or even more. What are your recommendations?

• Day 1 of 72 hour fast

  Going to be hard/ but body and mind needs this. Wish me luck and any motivation helps !

• Is anyone fasting rn? Like a long fast. I'm on a 72-hour fast, 24 hours done.

• 18 hours into my first 24 hour fast

  … and I’m really starting to feel it! Drinking lots of water and reminding myself why I started and that I’m so close to the finish line 💪💥 any encouragement or tips would be very helpful right now! Also, any suggestions...

• I'm trying 18 hours fasts, 6 hour eating window

  Is this still a good way to see results? I know most people in this sub really push it to days even, but I'm experimenting with daily 18 hours, sometimes pushing to 20 when I can. I'm also on keto...

• Accidentally broke my (planned 48 hour) fast ~12-15 hours in

  This is my first 48 hour fast. My goal is to reach ketosis. I ate my multivitamin this morning without thinking, 3g sugar 15 calories. If I hold this fast for the original 48 hours should I still hit my...

• 24 Hour fast vs Day Fast

  Is a 24 hour fast the same as skipping a whole day? For past 4 days I’ve been eating 24 hours my last meal so like from 8pm on Tuesday to 8pm on Wednesday. Will this have the same effect...

• What is the best thing to break a 20-hour fast with?

• Is eating at 5am and at 10 am a 19 hr fast or 17 hour fast?

  Because I read that you should move your meal 2 hours back from when the feeding window ends because thats like when the fasting starts...

• Doing a 72 hour fast then doing a 36 hour and then a 20 hour for 4 weeks in a row?

  [View Poll](https://www.reddit.com/poll/10xj7pj)

• Started dry fast and right now at 24th hour. Aiming for 3 day. Anyone started around same as me?

• About to start a 55 hour water fast- shoot me your best tips/tricks!

• I’m on hour 25 of my 72hr fast and in a moment of weakness I ordered Taco Bell… it’s on its way now.

  Someone give me the strength to throw it in the trash when it arrives…. 😅

• How Much Time Between 72 Hour Fasts Is Optimal?

  Thank you in advance to any and all replies.

• Any real benefits of liquid fasting for only 48 hours?

• 84 hour fast vs 120 ADF

  What would be better/more effective? 84 consecutive hours of fasting or 120 hours ADF style (3 40 hour fasts) throughout the week

• Are 12 hour dry fast effective?

  I'm brand new to dry fasting. Not quite ready to jump into a 20-hour dry fast or whatever. I've been doing 12-hour fast the last couple of days. Is this a good starting point? Thanks!

• Nothing like starting your period the hour before you end a longer fast, amirite?

  At least it is less intrusive than usual...

• Attempt #2 At a 48 hour fast…

  I’ve gained weight so i need to flush my system out

• Did a 48 hour fast while my husband did a 72 hour fast.

  This was testing the waters to do a routine or perhaps a longer fast (but we want medical supervision for the longer ones.) I have some quirky questions: Anyone's sense of smell get sharper into day 2? I noticed it but...

• To those who fast more than 24 hours and have to take daily meds.

  I have been fasting for a few years but never more than 20 hours and want to do it over 24 hrs. What does your fasting schedule look like? Do you go ahead and take meds with empty stomach?...

• 72 hour fast and gym

  I’m about to do a 72 hour fast and was wondering can I go into the gym right after I break my fast or should I wait a day then go back in?

• I’m currently 58 hours into my dry fast..

  I’m wondering should I stick it out to the 72 hour mark or can I drink some water and still reap the benefits >~< currently at work and it’s hard y’all lol

• Hour 50 of a 72 hour fast

  I. Am. So. Hungry This is the longest fast I’ve ever done, usually I do ADF for 36 - 42 hours but I thought I’d do a 72 hour fast to just say I did it, but on hour 50 this...

• Just reached 24 hours of a 72hour fast

  Never thought it would be this tough tbh

• Getting Hangry on a 21 hour fast

  I am fasting 21 hours two days a week and 17 the other days. When I'm fasting 17 hours I'm fine, but doing 21 hours really makes me irritable. Does anyone else have this? Does this pass? Very curious about other...

• DST steals my fasting hours

• Thoughts on 20 hour fast during week days, and no fasting on weekends?

  I have successfully fasted 20 hours a day for a week, and I feel much better! I am very happy with it, but the weekends are causing me issue. My son is young, and I don't want to introduce any ideas...

• Start my 72 hours dry fast with exercise?

  Basically just to deplete my muscle glycogen and excess water quickly. Is this safe enough?

• Water fasting for 12 hours (until insulin levels have levelled) and then dry fasting for 24 hours?

  Weird question, but does anyone do this / know any reason it’s a bad/ good idea? I already water fast for 36 hours 3 times a week but thinking of mixing in some dry fasting once I’m in ketosis (about...

• Is it okay to break a 24 hour fast at the 22 hour mark?

  I accidentally ended up eating at about 2:30 yesterday afternoon when normally it’s about noon my time. Will there be any negative consequences to breaking early so I can stick to my noon preference?

• Breaking my 50 hours fast (help me guys 😭)

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• Hunger at 12 hour fasting post

  I’m sure it may be a habit or programming in my body, but I get a huge hunger “pain” at 12 hours of a fast. Has anyone else had this? Is it really a pain?

• Heart Beating Fast at 40 hours of Fasting

  And my hands are trembling. Should I break my fast? What's causing this?

• Just ended my fast 88 hours.

  Would it be good to eat tonight and then start again after 7pm for another three days? Will I continue to get weight loss benefits this way?

• Is there a significant difference in autophagy in 65 vs 72 hour fast?

  So I’m looking to fast this weekend, but with my schedule it’s much easier for me to break my fast after around 65 hours. Is the difference significant, as I know autophagy peaks at 72 hours?

• Is it pointless to dry fast 20 hours every single day?

  Curious.

• 72 hour fast

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• 18 hours into a 96 hour fast.. cravings are awful :(

  I've been fasting regularly since June, but lately I've been slacking. Decided to do a 96 hour fast to regain confidence and control. Wish me luck! Food cravings are bad right now...

• 72 hour fast

  Hi all! planning on doing another 72 hour water fast. Who wants to join? Started around 2 hours ago. Wishing everyone here all the best!

• STARTING A 100 HOUR FAST - Need Advice!

  About to start my first 100 hours fast, the most I've ever done was 34 hours long. How much water should I be consuming daily? This is food fast, and not water fast. Does anyone take vitamins while on a...

• Just finished my first 40 hour fast!!

  First time ever, it was easy because i had some things to do and my mind wasn’t on food. I only had one green tea, nothing else. It’s easier to fast on days I have things to do or focus...

• 72 hour fast question

  I'm doing a 72 hour fast. My plan was to go from Sunday at noon - Wedndsday at noon. This morning I had a doctor's appointment and I had to drink an ensure (protein / fat / carbs and 350...

• Hit 24 hours of a long extended fast and my mouth tastes like diesel fuel. Any advice?

• Starting 24 hour alternate day fasting.

  24 hours no food or caloric drinks/24 hours weight watchers green plan. Will be doing this for the next 60 days. Any tips or tricks? I've done it before for 45 days and saw good results.

• 100 hour dry fast benefits?

  I'm planning to begin a 100 hour (a little more than 4 days) dry fast this afternoon. I am pretty experienced in extended water fasting, but this will be my first dry fast. What can I expect as for the benefits...

• 72 hour dry fast with sauna. Deathfast. Will post results

  Starting tonight. 165 pounds. Sauna in the morning one hour(with mini break in between) and at night one hour. Everyday of the fast.

• 96 Hour Fast or 120 hour fast?

  I've been doing rolling 120 hour fasts for about two months now and they've been doing wonders for my weight loss and poor eating habits, but I've noticed quite a few people suggest that 96 hour fasts are best for...

• Which is better, two 48 hour fasts, or one 72 hour fast?

  So, I have been on a health journey since June of last year, and have been doing really well so far. I am basically always doing at least one meal a day style intermittent fasting. I occasionally add...

• Cant seem to break the 24 hour fast and achieve 72 hours or more

  Need advice on how to get the first 72 hours. I've been trying to achieve it for days but I usually fail after 24 hours. Like if my last meal was 6pm yesterday, I would get insane cravings 6pm today....

• Does IF work if you do 15 hours of fasting and 9 hours of eating?

  Just wondering if the 16 hours of fasting is a science. Will it not be as effective if you do 15:9 instead of 16:8?

• what to eat after 48-72 hours fasting

  I usually do 48 hours fasting and break my fast with dates. I can go longer but i am scared of how to break my fast cause it can be dangerous. Any recommendations on how to break it. I read...

• 33 hours into a 72 hour dirty fast!!

  I am really excited I just felt so ready to do this longer fast. My body was definitely asking for it after 2 weeks of holiday eating. I am dirty fasting and having bone Broth, pickle and saurkraught juice and...

• The last hour of fasting is killing me... Tips to curb hunger in the meantime?

• 48-Hour Dry Fast! 😍😍

  Do you have any tips that could help me get better and learn more about dry fasting? Here’s my experience https://youtu.be/B_tu0viLvG0 Thank you 😊🙏🏽

• How to increase my fasting hours

  So I’ve done 2 40hr fast this month and I felt good doing them but once I hit that 40hr mark I get mentally exhausted and want to eat. Just an FYI I’ve never fast before until this month so...

• Is it recommended to eat 2-3 eggs after my 24-hour fasting?

  Hello! This is my first time fasting, and I've just started yesterday-- the thing is, I want to break my fasting with a good protein diet today, specifically with 2 hard-boiled eggs only for 3 meals today, then start fasting...

• Seeking advice for my first 48 hour fast

  Have been doing 16:8 and OMAD some days since Nov. 1. Had maybe three days where I didn’t fast. Finished eating around 5 today and want to do a 48 hr fast. Just looking for tips and tricks! Will make sure...

• Any tips for moving from 16 hour fasting to 20 hours?

  Hi all, been very happy with 16/18 hour fasts Any tips for ramping things up to 20 hours and then moving to OMAD in a month or so? Thank you

• Starting my first 72 hour fast soon

  I’ve been doing fasts for a while, working my way up to this. Is there anything I need? I have electrolytes/sodium drops, idk if there’s something else that I might need. Also any tips? Thanks!

• Do you think if someone has done a few 48 hour fasts they’re be able to do a 120hour fast?

• Just finished a 15 hour fast

  Trying to get back into going 20 - 30 hours once a week like I used to be able to do. Kinda been struggling. Any tips you guys have to ease the urges you get while fasting? (that is if...

• 24 Hour Fast w/Low Calories

  Hello, Would this method prevent my metabolism from going down and still have fat loss? **Method:** Fasting once or twice a week for 24 hours each. Rest of the days eating a lower calorie diet (500 to 1000 calorie deficit).

• 48 hour fast

  2nd time doing a 48 hour fast in a little over 24 hours in. How do you guys get through the last 24? How much black coffee do you consume? What are some personal experiences with this length of fast?...

• 60 Hour Fasting Autophagy RUINED? (Diet Soda, Mio, & 0 Kal Powerade)

  They all say 0 kals on the packages... Although some say "0 calories - 2.5 servings" - isn't this an indication there definitely is a low amount of calories in them? Are these ruining the autophagy benefits of my 60 hour...

• People fasting 72+ hours: What metabolic state are you in? What's your diet?

  I'm curious what your dietary and metabolic preferences are, as fasters. What's your preferred diet, what are you eating most of the time (and especially between fasts), and why? [View Poll](https://www.reddit.com/poll/10ps67l)

• Can you still study or work (not physical, but computer work) during long fasts (e.g. 36 hour +)

  Or during a long extended fast, you kinda just have to rest and do nothing/relax?

• Is it better to fast 12 or 16 hours?

  &#x200B; https://preview.redd.it/5rmw0vyki0o91.jpg?width=6000&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=27f5e409f29aaba3bacaf9a02e3d5b2651f688f7 **12-hour fasting window every day**. According to some researchers, fasting for 12–16 hours can cause the body to turn its fat stores into energy, which releases ketones into the bloodstream. This encourages weight loss.

• Do you have to be consistent with daily fasting down to the hour?

  I want to lose about 15 pounds. I’ve been fasting from about 8 pm to noon the next day. I’ve been trying to go longer each day, hoping to make it to about 3, then 4, then dinner time. To...

• Any idea why i feel agitated/heart beating fast when fasting more than 40 hours?

  I wish I could fast longer, but even in this 3 day fast I'm trying to do, 2 days in and i feel very agitated, my heart is beating faster and i can't sleep well. Any idea what to do...

• Will anti-fungal medicine make it too risky to fast for 72 hours?

  I’m on quite a high dose of fluconazole and I’m worried how the interaction with my liver will go when I try to fast for 72 hours. Since both have some sort of affect on liver enzymes, not sure how...

• If I fast 16 hours/ 3 days per week, is that ‘enough’?

  Looking to get into fasting, but only want to do 3 days per week. Timing is more or less between 7pm - 11am next day. Goal is not necessarily to lose weight, just other benefits such as metabolism, mental clarity etc...

• Looking for 72 hour fasting buddies, I’m fasting to cure chronic Illness !

  I think my other post was taken down by mistake but I have had Long Covid since early 2020 and I’m 27 F. My chronic fatigue and illness keep ruining my life and I’m so determined to heal myself, I...

• What effects would drinking a 12 oz. can of coke have on my body during a 24 hour fast?

• What kind of tea, if any, can I drink in the morning during my fast hours?

  I am very new to IF. I am so used to drinking something in the morning during work meetings. I switched to black coffee but I am now craving tea. My initial research lead me to green tea, but the...

• 72 hour hard dry fast

  Hi everyone- I just started a 72 hour dry fast. Main goal is to heal some digestive issues I’ve had. I did a 7 day water fast about 2 weeks ago and a 7 day soft dry fast 2 years...

• Has anyone on here for advice for a 72 hour fast?

  I’ve been doing keto with IF for about 2 months now. Did a 48 hour fast and felt great. Hubby and I want to do a 72 hour fast starting tomorrow- we got a big salad and ribeye steaks planned...

• Changed my fasting schedule by one hour Whoa what a difference..

  I used to do 18/6 and was totally plateauing..I hadn't seen any difference in my body or weight in months and months. This past week I switched to 19/5 and I've immediately seen results. Anyone know why the huge gains with such...

• Is it unhealthy to do 20 plus hours fasting daily?

  I find that it saves it time and it gives me a lot of energy, plus the weight is steadily falling off. But would this be damaging to my health? I have around 80lbs to lose so I...

• 84 hours into a fast - Is 5 Hour Energy diminishing my results?

  Hello, I’ve been fasting for quite some time now. Usually after day 2 of a fast, the keto strips are a deep purple. Large amount of ketones. But at this moment, I’m only getting a small-moderate amount. This is the...

• Finished first 48 hour fast, no appetite when breaking the fast

  Hey everyone, title pretty much says it all. I decided to incorporate fasting into my regime due to the fact I got some bad blood work results back the other week (bad cholesterol + liver enzymes) and read that fasting...

• Thinking of doing rolling 24 hour dry fasts with water in between..

  Is that a bad idea? And would I lose the same weight as if I'd kept dry fasting a couple days longer?

• Would breaking a 24 hour fast with candy bars be a good idea?

  And in not why? like what exactly would happen if you did that?

• How often should I do 72 hour fast for immunity and tissue rebuild?

  I regularly do an 18:6 before ever reading up about fasting I want to reset my immune system coming into winter so doing a 72 hour fast within next 60 days seems logical I also have aches/pains in leg for a few...

• I FINALLY made it a full 24 hours of fasting!!

  I'm so stoked and I'm still going 🙌 I feel like I've climbed a mountain! Woooooo! I have had this goal every day for SO many months but could only swing IF w/ OMAD. I'm not pressuring myself as to how...

• Diaphragm pain after 24 hours of fasting.

  My husband and I are experienced fasters and regularly do 4 day fasts. We keep up with electrolytes and hydration. The problem is after 24 or so hours my husband gets a pain in his diaphragm where it meets the...

• Will fasting for 30 hours help brain fog?

  I’ve been having a terrible diet. I’ve been addicted to sugar for so long, and that’s lead to me having terrible brain fog. It’s also messed up my dopamine receptors. I want to fast for 30-36 hours once a week...

• Looking for fasting buddies starting in the next 24 hours.

  Hey I’m beginning a fast today. Was hoping I could find some accountability buddies for check ins and support who will be beginning with me today.