Let me start by saying:
Last week it was pointed out to me in a comment that this diet pattern is not recommended for certain groups of people.
I agree wholeheartedly. I am a 30 year old woman, with no existing medical conditions and a healthy heart and bloodwork. I am very fortunate to be in such good health.
I am not a doctor, I cannot advise you either for or against this diet patten - this diary is solely intended to record MY experiences with Intermittent Fasting for people who might be interested in hearing about them.
I've said it before and I'll say it again, the standard disclaimer is: Everyone should seek medical approval before commencing any diet or fitness programme.
So.
That's been said now.
This is my third week at 16:8. I'm still aiming at around 1650 calories/day and 40p/30c/30f macros (aiming being the operative word here ;)).
Last week it was pointed out to me in a comment that this diet pattern is not recommended for certain groups of people.
I agree wholeheartedly. I am a 30 year old woman, with no existing medical conditions and a healthy heart and bloodwork. I am very fortunate to be in such good health.
I am not a doctor, I cannot advise you either for or against this diet patten - this diary is solely intended to record MY experiences with Intermittent Fasting for people who might be interested in hearing about them.
I've said it before and I'll say it again, the standard disclaimer is: Everyone should seek medical approval before commencing any diet or fitness programme.
So.
That's been said now.
This is my third week at 16:8. I'm still aiming at around 1650 calories/day and 40p/30c/30f macros (aiming being the operative word here ;)).
Monday | Sick. Sick. Sick as a DOG. In fact, I was sicker than the dog. Either one of them. You know I said I wanted to "feast" in last week's diary? Feast I did.... Still I guess it's one way to lose a load of water weight and keep your calories low for a day.... Still, that moment where you have to decide between puking or pooping... Yeah, that's not my favourite... (TMI? ;) ). |
Tuesday | Day after the day before... Back to normal, but with occasional moments of nausea - which really help with controlling hunger pangs. Don't think I'd suggest it as a therapy though to be completely honest. |
Wednesday | Occasional pangs of sickness, but the hunger is back... It's back. And it's bad. 13:00 couldn't come soon enough. |
Thursday | I AM VINDICATED. It was "suggested" to me, that I was sick because I am a "pig". Pig who had a tummy bug....which is now running rampant. Seems it didn't want to stay too long with me.... |
Friday | So. Damn. Hungry. Didn't stop me from chugging some (awesome) BCAAs, putting my gym face on and going for legs day. It also didn't stop me finding my new "working" sets for leg press... 220kg (485Ibs). Not bad. Broke my fast at around 6pm after a day full of busy-ness. That meal was welcome ;) |
Saturday | Did I mention I was hungry? So. Very. Hungry. Took the dogs out for a lovely walk up the side of the mountain. I DID consider rolling back down... |
Sunday | Oh hell no, there isn't enough food in the world to fill this black hole which has taken residence in my stomach... I woke up super late (um, is it me or is there an hour missing from the day somewhere?!) and broke my fast immediately. There was nothing going to stop that from happening...! Today was measurement day.... |
The Week in Numbers
This week, due to the stomach flu early on, it shows ridiculously low calories. As you can see, that didn't really speed anything up (other than my desire to eat everything in sight by the end of the week), it was still a 1Ib loss for the week - which I'm super pleased by.
I averaged around 1075 calories a day for Monday - Friday (very low calories Monday and Tuesday because of the sickness). All I found was that towards the end of the week I was ravenous, and I have a bad feeling about the pattern for next week ;)
Just to make myself super clear incase you haven't read my blog before I DO NOT CONDONE LOW CALORIE DIETS. This week was an exception and due to sickness for me. I'm surprised I haven't eaten anyone to be honest.
My monthly measurements showed an overall loss of 10cm from all points of measurement. Again, it's not massive but it is steady!
I averaged around 1075 calories a day for Monday - Friday (very low calories Monday and Tuesday because of the sickness). All I found was that towards the end of the week I was ravenous, and I have a bad feeling about the pattern for next week ;)
Just to make myself super clear incase you haven't read my blog before I DO NOT CONDONE LOW CALORIE DIETS. This week was an exception and due to sickness for me. I'm surprised I haven't eaten anyone to be honest.
My monthly measurements showed an overall loss of 10cm from all points of measurement. Again, it's not massive but it is steady!
Summary
1.5Ib loss for this week, I've never been happier to admit that I'm reaching new lows...
I'm still really attracted to the pattern of IF, the ease which it gives my morning routine - the additional time, and actually, the amount of money saved...
It's great for controlling my evening snacking (that after dinner time snack) and the amount of calories eaten in a day.
It's also given me a new appreciation for being "hungry". Before, I was ALWAYS hungry, but now. Now I know what hungry really feels like...!
I'm still really attracted to the pattern of IF, the ease which it gives my morning routine - the additional time, and actually, the amount of money saved...
It's great for controlling my evening snacking (that after dinner time snack) and the amount of calories eaten in a day.
It's also given me a new appreciation for being "hungry". Before, I was ALWAYS hungry, but now. Now I know what hungry really feels like...!
Previous Diary Entries
Day 1:
http://www.diaryofapoleaddict.com/blog/intermittent-fasting-day-1-i-told-you-i-need-supervision
Day 2:
http://www.diaryofapoleaddict.com/blog/intermittent-fasting-day-2-what-if-i-lick-this
Day 3:
http://www.diaryofapoleaddict.com/blog/intermittent-fasting-day-3-you-wanna-piece-of-me-punk
Day 4:
http://www.diaryofapoleaddict.com/blog/intermittent-fasting-day-4-its-e-day
Day 5:
http://www.diaryofapoleaddict.com/blog/intermittent-fasting-day-5-the-hunger-abates
Day 6:
http://www.diaryofapoleaddict.com/blog/intermittent-fasting-day-6-the-fast-is-extended
Day 7:
http://www.diaryofapoleaddict.com/blog/intermittent-fasting-day-7-the-review
Day 8
http://www.diaryofapoleaddict.com/blog/intermittent-fasting-day-14-review-week-2
http://www.diaryofapoleaddict.com/blog/intermittent-fasting-day-1-i-told-you-i-need-supervision
Day 2:
http://www.diaryofapoleaddict.com/blog/intermittent-fasting-day-2-what-if-i-lick-this
Day 3:
http://www.diaryofapoleaddict.com/blog/intermittent-fasting-day-3-you-wanna-piece-of-me-punk
Day 4:
http://www.diaryofapoleaddict.com/blog/intermittent-fasting-day-4-its-e-day
Day 5:
http://www.diaryofapoleaddict.com/blog/intermittent-fasting-day-5-the-hunger-abates
Day 6:
http://www.diaryofapoleaddict.com/blog/intermittent-fasting-day-6-the-fast-is-extended
Day 7:
http://www.diaryofapoleaddict.com/blog/intermittent-fasting-day-7-the-review
Day 8
http://www.diaryofapoleaddict.com/blog/intermittent-fasting-day-14-review-week-2
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