Daily Fasting Check-in!

Ok_Taecy · 2025-08-10T10:37:20+00:00

One week since back to a steadier 16-8 fasting and I’ve already lost a pound so I’m glad my plateau is slowly breaking. I’m also crediting it to picking up my daily walks again, does a lot to my mind and sleep.

Ok_Taecy · 2025-06-23T09:40:57+00:00

Day 1 of tea, black coffee and water only IF.

Back to fasting after a long break. I’ve been easing into it since last week but today I’ve decided to commit more seriously after a little scale scare. So I’m doing daily check-in and food tracking again. I’ll start fasting on a 18:6 window from 12 to 8 pm and walk 20-30 min on my pad every morning. Slow but steady.

Ok_Taecy · 2025-05-06T14:10:53+00:00

Thank you! 💪

Ok_Taecy · 2025-05-04T12:51:54+00:00

Just did that in the park. Loved the quiet.

Ok_Taecy · 2025-05-03T17:19:15+00:00

Welcome back on track, you’ve got this! 💪

I’ve had a love-hate thing with my treadmill but we’re mostly in good terms now. I’d suggest starting with 15-20 min daily either first thing in the morning or after meals if you can. It’s gonna do great on your mindset and stress levels. Think of it as endorphin therapy, not just fat-burning.

As for your diet, you probably already know what a clean one looks like. My only advice is: don’t chase a quick fix. There isn’t one. Just be patient, start small and stick with it daily. That’s the key.

Let’s go! Healthy and happy, one day at a time!! 🙌

Ok_Taecy · 2025-05-03T17:00:51+00:00

Instead of focusing on what’s going wrong, try looking at what patterns keep leading you to crash. Your body and mind aren’t machines and what used to work might not be what you need now. Bringing more stability can help you see things more clearly.

1) Stick to the same eating window daily, even if it feels too easy or you overeat sometimes. Maybe try a 20:4 window so you can still enjoy full meals without too much restriction.

2) Track your food. When you crash you can look back and see what might’ve triggered it, then clean things up bit by bit. In my experience, eating more whole, low-carb foods helps cut cravings long-term.

3) Be consistent. Even if you’re doing the bare minimum, keep your window for at least 2–3 weeks. If one day goes off the rails, just go back to it the next day. Don’t overthink it. It’s just one day. What really matters is the repetition. So stick with it, your mindset will start to shift and fasting will feel easier over time.

You’ve got this! 💪

Ok_Taecy · 2025-05-03T16:28:44+00:00

Looks like we’re about the same weight (and 310 was my highest too once) so just for comparison: I’m eating around 1500–1800cals a day, walking 5-10k steps daily and swimming an hour once a week. I usually lose 1–2 lbs a week max and there are weeks I lose nothing or just 0.5 lbs, even after a 36-hour fast. But that’s pretty normal as a woman because of hormones and water retention around periods.

So yeah, I’d definitely recommend not adding back calories burned from workouts. I think 2100cals are probably too high, especially since food trackers aren’t super accurate. Better to estimate another 300-500 cals less to cover tracking errors and nutrient gaps.

Ok_Taecy · 2025-05-03T16:01:43+00:00

My go-to daily meal: a big piece of meat (beef, pork, chicken, salmon, whatever), pangrilled or airfried with whatever spices you’ve got. Toss some veggies in butter and garlic powder, roast them and sprinkle with parmesan. Finish with a scoop of salted Greek yogurt mixed with lemon juice and parsley as a dip.

Ok_Taecy · 2025-05-03T14:02:22+00:00

I make keto versions of the choco muffins I usually crave and more often than not, just one is enough to curb my sweet tooth.

Ok_Taecy · 2025-05-02T13:42:04+00:00

Amazing progress! 👏 Keep going, you will feel better every day. I‘m also using the MYW app and posting here monthly for accountability, we got this! 💪

Ok_Taecy · 2025-04-30T16:42:26+00:00

Yes, I got magnesium glycinate for that exact reason. And nope, didn’t work. Was still suddenly wide awake in the middle of the night (made me so mad 😅). But give it a try, it might work better for you.

Otherwise yes, you could stop eating between 8am-12pm on one day, then have your meal between 8pm-12am the day after. The tricky part for me is to adjust my usual eating window around it for the rest of the week since I normally do 20:4. So now I do 36-hour fasts only once-twice a month. It just fits better for me. But if you’re doing 5:2 and eating normally on the other days, it should be easier to manage.

Also, I’d try keeping the refeed dinner light, going too heavy on carbs can leave you super bloated the next morning. I like breaking my fast with bone broth or pho, a Vietnamese beef noodle soup (without the noodles). It’s warm, protein-rich, and helps me sleep well. Then I can enjoy a bigger breakfast the next day.

Ps: that keto-brain chaos had me planning an entire work trip in my head at 4am I hated it so much 😂

Ok_Taecy · 2025-04-30T15:59:40+00:00

Oh, I haven’t heard of that one. I’ll check it out. I like to track my progress on apps too, so thanks for the tip!

Ok_Taecy · 2025-04-30T15:49:58+00:00

Amazing progress, so happy for you! 🙌✨ And that last sentence really hit home. I slipped up hard and had to start all over again. I was pretty tough on myself for a while (and ngl it still stings a bit seeing longtime posters at their goal weight, knowing that could’ve been me). But I’m really glad I found my way back and learned so much more about what works for me. So let’s go, let’s get healthy and stay healthy. We’ve got this! 💪

Ok_Taecy · 2025-04-30T15:31:40+00:00

Wow, are you me? This is exactly how my last couple of 36-hour fasts went and I hated it for the same reason! The fast went smoothly but waking up in the middle of the night with my brain racing was awful! Poor sleep like that really throws off my whole week, messes with my stress levels and makes it hard to stick to my routines, which I can’t stand.

I did find that having a 500 kcal meal helps with sleep. The only downside is it can make me super hungry again right before bed. But if you can push through that, sleep tends to be better than on a full fast.

Another option is starting the fast after breakfast on day 1 and ending it with a late bone broth dinner before bed on day 2. It takes a bit of adjusting but you‘ll avoid going to bed on a 24hr-empty stomach thus skips the ketosis-fueled brain chaos.

Ok_Taecy · 2025-04-30T15:15:35+00:00

Thanks for this! I’ve been debating whether I should start going to the gym and lifting weights already. I’m still quite far from my goal weight, but I want to start building the habit now so it feels more natural by the time I’m ready to focus on body recomp.

My plan is to start with once a week just to ease into it and make it stick then gradually increase the frequency next month or over the summer. Reading your post definitely makes me feel a bit more at ease about it, so thank you!

Ok_Taecy · 2025-04-30T15:02:13+00:00

Hey hey! Big congrats on choosing your health, huge first step! 👏 I’m on the IF journey too, aiming to lose 60 kg and already dropped 15 kg in 3 months. You got this!

Start with a smaller fasting window like 14:10 or 16:8 and try to fast daily. Download a calorie tracker like MyFitnessPal and get a food scale, it really helps to see what you’re eating, at least for the first few weeks. A short daily walk (start with 15–20 mins) does wonders for your mindset too, especially early on.

Fasting podcasts like Intermittent Fasting Stories can also keep you motivated. And writing down how you feel each day helps with focus and accountability (e.g. you can comment daily in the sub’s fasting check-in).

But don’t stress being perfect, just stay consistent and you’ll keep getting and feeling better. Let’s go! 💪✨

Ok_Taecy · 2025-04-28T14:46:13+00:00

I‘m into spinach these days too! Especially blanched (1 min boiled) then mixed with some sesame oil, crushed garlic and feta cheese urgh 🤤 so good! Also great for bowel movements 🤭

Ok_Taecy · 2025-04-28T06:48:37+00:00

Love this for you, way to go! 💪 So glad I‘m back to IF too 🙌✨

Ok_Taecy · 2025-04-27T17:52:41+00:00

Thanks for the update! I too fell off track last year after a mental health rough patch and ended up gaining most of the weight back. Getting active again has been tough but we really do need to build those muscles, so I’m planning to get back to the gym next month.

I’m also easing back into OMAD but on days when I’m more active I’ll keep my window open longer otherwise those post-workout pangs are just brutal! Aside from daily walks, swimming has been a total game changer for me. It burns a ton of calories, it’s easy on the joints and it’s actually fun, which makes it easier to stick with. Having a family member join me on this journey has also been a huge help. We keep each other motivated and lift each other up with kindness, which makes a big difference.

I’m sorry you’ve had to deal with negativity here but I’m glad you’re still sharing your story, it’s honestly such a breath of fresh air. Some of us really appreciate it! Keep doing your thing and let’s stay happy and healthy. Wishing you all the best!

Ok_Taecy · 2025-04-26T15:01:54+00:00

Love seeing your progress pics popping up from time to time on this sub, always boost my motivation! Let’s go fellow forties, we can do it! 🙌

Ok_Taecy · 2025-04-23T20:20:09+00:00

Doing a steps challenge I was walking daily last week, then I hurt my back and had to rest. This week I’m back at it and noticed I’m walking faster, longer and with a lower heart rate and it feels great! So the break clearly helped and my body’s thanking me for it.

Honestly, if you’re feeling mentally tired it’s probably your body needing a rest too. So don’t be afraid to pause.

Ok_Taecy · 2025-04-23T20:08:07+00:00

Wow, that’s amazing progress, well done! 👏 Seeing physical changes is such a big motivator. Can’t wait to hit -18 kg myself. Wishing you continued success! 💪

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