uclown2002
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Interesting threads and some real positive stories!
I also watched the Horizon program but researched other fasting protocols out there so never actually tried the 5:2 program.
I've never been that keen on breakfast and often didn't eat anything in a morning so I thought the best option for me was a 16:8 program. That is 16 hrs fasting followed by an 8 hr feeding window where I consume all my daily calories. I typically only eat between 15-2300 hrs, and often that window is even narrower due to shift work. I have done this for I would think 9-12 months and I feel fantastic. Rarely feel tired, unwell and I'm always motivated to ride. This method allows me to get the perceived benefits of fasting, not just 2 days out of 7 but every day!
I also always train in a fasted state; on most days I ride at about midday and do somewhere between 2-3 hrs. There has been no drop in performance levels or a feeling that I should have eaten before the ride. I've found that my metabolism is much more effective than before and I have to ensure I get sufficient calories so as not to lose weight. At the outset I lost about 10 lbs in 5 weeks without trying to lose weight. As I'm happier at the new weight (145 lbs, @ 5' 9.5") I've just kept it there.
I do record my calories as it keeps me honest and disciplined; I found that not doing so encouraged bad eating habits, making it likely I'd put on weight.
This is a lifestyle change for me, and it is extremely unlikely I would revert back to a traditional diet now.
Anyway, just thought I'd share.
I also watched the Horizon program but researched other fasting protocols out there so never actually tried the 5:2 program.
I've never been that keen on breakfast and often didn't eat anything in a morning so I thought the best option for me was a 16:8 program. That is 16 hrs fasting followed by an 8 hr feeding window where I consume all my daily calories. I typically only eat between 15-2300 hrs, and often that window is even narrower due to shift work. I have done this for I would think 9-12 months and I feel fantastic. Rarely feel tired, unwell and I'm always motivated to ride. This method allows me to get the perceived benefits of fasting, not just 2 days out of 7 but every day!
I also always train in a fasted state; on most days I ride at about midday and do somewhere between 2-3 hrs. There has been no drop in performance levels or a feeling that I should have eaten before the ride. I've found that my metabolism is much more effective than before and I have to ensure I get sufficient calories so as not to lose weight. At the outset I lost about 10 lbs in 5 weeks without trying to lose weight. As I'm happier at the new weight (145 lbs, @ 5' 9.5") I've just kept it there.
I do record my calories as it keeps me honest and disciplined; I found that not doing so encouraged bad eating habits, making it likely I'd put on weight.
This is a lifestyle change for me, and it is extremely unlikely I would revert back to a traditional diet now.
Anyway, just thought I'd share.
I have definitely lost a few pounds since Christmas, but I do not seem to be losing any more.
