Hello there! This is Nina. So excited to share this journey with you guys. I already fasted in the past (30 days the longest) and I managed to mantain my goal for months after that, but then, you know… depression got in the way. I am currently fasting (this is day 3) and I’m looking for some support/even accountabilibuddies out there, cause I feel less strong and motivated this time. My goal is 30 days again but I should probably set lower expectations not to get overwhelmed. Thank you so much for reading me!
Nina's journey
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I am on day 2.I will support you.
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Hey Happy747! How are you doing?
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Nina, well done for getting back on the fasting horse! This forum is very good for support, yet the personal coaching or other accountability offered by @Yasemin is the best! I was going to do it (frugal student) or was footing wait, yet I started in May and it made all the difference. If someone here or in the Fast Forward Facebook group can buds up with you, that could be great! Good luck and keep going! 
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Hello guys… I’m here to take this “pain”
out… I delayed my fast and I started on may, 18th, so today is day 12. I am SO upset because I SWEAR I didn’t get rid of almost anything!! I don’t weight myself, I take measurements, which is much more accurate. As I mentioned before, I’ve done fasts in the past and I made progress much more rapidly. Even taking photos it’s crystal clear that I am EXACTLY the same (I could post them but I’m too ashamed). How is that possible?!? Does that ever happened to you? I only drink water, I take supplements (potassium, magnesium, multivitaminic and some himalayan salt once in a while). I even took walks and did pilates!!! I’m so disappointed… I feel like all of this hard effort is completely useless…
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Keep going and you will most likely lose a lot of weight suddenly, don’t give up. 
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Ok guys, this must be a joke. In more than two weeks I’ve lost a bit more than ONE inch! (3 cm) on waist and hips. Two years ago at this stage I was a size zero (starting point was the same, I’d say between a size 2 and a size 4). I really don’t get how I’m surviving, the frustration is real, I don’t know if I want to cry or laugh because it truly seems a joke. A bad joke though. I’ve even asked to an experienced biochemist who confirmed that it’s possible that as time passes by your body just adapts and fast doesn’t work as before anymore. Ok I can see that but at some point the deadlocks must break! I’m putting so much effort in this, with a lot of stoicism, self-control and strength, dealing (as all of us) with hunger, weakness, low energy, but I’d be happy to do that if there only were some real achievements! I’m even thinking to cancel my trip (june,11) because I feel the urge to extend my fast and see if things are gonna turn better, just to see how longer this unbelievable situation is going to last. I’m really sorry for this annoying post, but only you guys can understand.
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I’m so sorry that you feel frustrated and annoyed 
Sometimes body just sticks and sticks and sticks and then you tweak a few things and BOOM when it’s ready it’s ready!!
Can you recap what you have been doing?
Sending so much love!
P.S. Life is much more than weight, and all the pressure we put on ourselves, I am certain you look gorgeous the way you are so go enjoy your trip!!! 
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Thank you so much Yasemin! You have such positive energy!
Of course I can: I started my fast on May, 18th, and since then I’m drinking water, taking supplements (potassium, magnesium, vitamins) and himalayan salt when I feel off. On the exercise side, I took a walk a day (1 hour), and pilates sometimes.
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Trust the process!!!
Remember the saying: « this month’s work is next month’s body! »
I trust that you’ll see results! Could be some delayed whoosh effect too!
Let’s go!!
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Thank you 🫀 If I’ll get there the result will be also thanks to you!
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Well well, I’ve reached the end. I’m grateful, because it’s been easier than it used to, also thanks to this community.
Here’s my journey in numbers:
Then
Bust: 34 inches (87 cm)
Arm: 9.8 inches (25 cm)
Waist: 26.7 inches (68 cm)
Hips: 37 inches (94 cm)
Leg: 22 inches (56 cm)
Now
Bust: 30 inches (78 cm)
Arm: 9.4 inches (24 cm)
Waist: 24 inches (62 cm)
Hips: 34 inches (87 cm)
Leg: 19.6 inches (50 cm)
I used to be leaner, so I’ll try to reach my goal through workout and maybe joining Overcomer in their rolling fasts!
Good luck to all of you, sending so much love and stay strong!
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Updates from London. I’m not in the best place rn, I’m already gaining some cm due to the impossibility to control what/when to eat (I’m hosted by a friend of mine) and the lack of space and privacy to workout (we have the smallest room and the house is packed with kids and people 
). Luckily I’m coming back home in a few days, I’m thinking about doing another fast (maybe 2 weeks?), start over, don’t let things out of my control ruin what I can achieve, play by my own rules, in my home. Not feeling free/feeling forced is the worst for me, so I can’t wait to gain my freedom back!
I’ll keep you posted 
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Well done. Our metabolism changes as we age for certain; so the cost of dietary slip ups or failure to do good self care show up as inflammation which can be slower to release as we age (heavy metals and sluggish liver can make detoxing slower). You did fantastic, at three inches or very nearly in key body areas. Go you! 
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Hi everyone! How are you guys doing? I’m back from my trip and now it’s time to get back on track! I don’t know how much I gained, I know I should acknowledge it before starting another fast, but I don’t want to trigger distructive emotions 
anywho, this is day 1! Don’t know how long I want it to be, let’s take it day by day. Stay tuned 
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Day 6. As last time, still no improvements at all. At all. Call me NeverendingWoman, I apparently can live forever 🥲. I’m mentally tired, maybe because I just finished another 23-days long fast and things didn’t go as I thought/wished/planned. Right now I should’ve been in another completely different place, phisically and both mentally. I gained quite a few cms, I am so disappointed, but again, I really can’t blame myself too much, those two weeks in a home/routine that weren’t mine (and I was uncomfortable with) have been very tough for my post-fast (and for my ED, l’m sure you guys at this point have already realized that ). Last time I broke my fast earlier because of a sudden work trip, this time another unexpected, awful event: my grandpa’s health got worse, like really worse, and I booked a flight to hope and see him, but then I got my flight canceled. So yeah, everything sucks at the moment Haven’t broke my fast yet, but I know there’s a real chance l’ll be compelled to do so in the next days. I’m sorry, I must have mistaken this forum for helpmeimdepressed.com on a brighter note, I’m moving to London within a month so I’ll try and keep my mind busy. This time I want to reach my goal (like my first prolonged fast two years ago). Wish you all the best as always 
keep in touch!
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Much compassion. Hope your grandfather’s health improves, that you can get the flight, and are able to stay well and stay the course with your fast. Take care.
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Day 17 completed, keep going at least till the 24th. (Grandpa got a bit better 
)
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Day 20. It may seem weird but things are getting harder, I feel much more weakness and hunger.
This is going to be a loooong week 
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Hang in there Nina!! My motto is all day long “I can do hard things”… every day for me seems like a month… I’m just staying busy and laying down napping when I can to kill some time and I also watch “motivation” videos. The little things help me the most … you are further along than me just know we are rooting for you!
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