Hi! I've been doing 5:2 for just over a month, so early days so far, but I really, really like it. I have a problem with binge eating, and eating out of boredom, so I find that 5:2 has actually helped me recognise when I'm actually hungry, plus other benefits as well. I could go on but I'm trying to keep this relatively short, but I have lost 10.2 lbs since March, and I'm very pleased, despite what happened over Easter!
My fast days are Monday and Thursday, as these are the easiest for me to work into my schedule. In my mind, I view Monday as my "first" fd of the week, possibly just because it is the beginning of the week. I rarely have a problem on Mondays. Thursdays always start out well, but by 3 or 4 in the afternoon, I am really struggling. I drink lots of water normally to stay hydrated, and I find having a warm drink or a cup of soup helps curb the hunger and cravings, but it's incredibly tough. I try to fill up on lean proteins, vegetables and well selected carbs at dinner, but I still seem to struggle for the rest of the day.
Do you suspect that it could be mind set? Feeling like Friday is just around the corner? I don't go mad or eat non-stop on Tuesdays, so I'm not sure if that is it? Is it common to feel this way in the early stages?
Please, if you have any advice or tips, I'd be really, really grateful.
Thank you!
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Struggling on Second Fast Day of the Week? Tips and Advice, please!
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BubbyBum · 01/05/2014 16:51
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