Day 9 of ADF for me today. I've found it MUCH easier than my mind imagined it would be. I committed to a week... but I'll do this as long as it takes. I did IF for over 2 years but my insulin resistance kept me stuck. Now joint pain gone... tons of energy... sleeping well. I'm looking to go down 4 sizes. Love this lifestyle... I'm 63.
About a month and a half in, lost about 24 lbs so far (with a 1 week vacation in there) not hard at all, on feast days I, oddly, don’t eat like crazy, works great.
congratulations I am on day 11 of ADF. I never thought I could do this ever.. I have lost 4.5 lbs im so happy and amazingly I'm not hungry. on my fast day I've learnt to keep drinking fluids, do not skip this as it's so important. Good luck everyone
Thank you, just started recently, today is my 3rd fast. I’m a binge eater, once I eat something, I can’t stop eating, so I thought let me try ADF, nothing else has worked.
I wish you all the best! My advice is to not expect perfection on your eating days, just let your body adjust to the fasting and over time your eating will improve and you can make small changes. 😊
@@MAli-ny8zr As soon as you start to neglect ADF, you take back the pounds. You should go through with Adf for life so that you look slim and good in the long term, otherwise you fall into old habits that sabotage the success of losing weight. I have had very good success with Adf. Today is my first day of fast 💪🏼
Very timely reminder that the long haul journey is the road to success for me. Forget the speed. Forget the expectation of 50+ lbs overnight stories. Great encouragement. Thanks 😊
I am new to fasting. I am 2 months in. I have lost 11lbs and 6.5 inches off my waist. I am feeling better than ever. I love what you said...... “it is not easy but it is simple! “ Thank you for your videos and guidance!
@@nesse6478 not sure if that question was for me or @Brooke Geiger. I definitely did, but couldn’t tell you how much because I didn’t take measurements everywhere when I started (which I totally regret!)
I did ADF for 3 years, lost about 20kg in that time. Started at about 90kg and ended up about 70 (Male 6ft 2). But eventually i ran out of weight to lose so i had to stop. Might sound strange but i really miss those times. I actually enjoyed not having to eat on the fast days and i really savoured the food on the eat days. I felt great.
Yes, have to be careful with dry fasting, only up to 24 hrs and be sure to rehydrate. And not do too often. In the beginning of my journey I believe I dry fasted too often and it contributed to my kidney stone.
Congratulations! That’s awesome! I am trying ADF (today is day 1) and I was happy to hear about someone who has done it without doing keto. I did keto for a little over one year, went off of it (about 2 years ago) and have been trying to get back on it ever since!! I have tried SO many times and I just can’t seem to do it. I gained back all my weight and more. I decided that I would try ADF with the choice to eat what I want on eating days. I have done quite a bit of intermittent fasting, but never ADF. Your video was motivating so thank you for making it. By the way, I’m a homeschooling mom too. 🙂
Awesome! That sounds a lot like me, I did keto off and on for 2 years before deciding I needed to try to find a way to lose the weight without restrictions. I know keto is fabulous for so many people, but I knew it wasn’t a lifelong solution for me. This really clicked for me, so I sincerely hope it works for you! I can’t recommend the Intermittent Fasting stories podcast enough, it’s so inspiring! Best of luck, and yes for homeschooling! I’m so grateful for it, especially now that distance learning is mandatory where I live! 🙏🏻😊
I started doing IF 16:8 and lost 20 lbs in 4 weeks. Then I switched to ADF and have been doing that about 3 weeks. So far in total I’ve lost about 28 lbs, and I have about 60-65 more to go. I love this lifestyle and it’s the only thing that’s worked for me.
So glad i found you! Im also 5'11" and I have five boys! Ive been fasting for years woth success but, being 39, hormones seem to be shifting and I've noticed I'm gradually gaining weight. I started ADF (3/4) two weeks ago and im down 8 lbs! Trying to get rid of 15 more lbs. Soldier on!
There is NEVER a "good" time to start. If you're waiting for the right time, you'll never get started. You just have to commit and keep rolling even with the failures.
New subbie here.....also a mom of 4....2 boys 2 girls 🤪....hard work but worth it....I’m super proud of you and your such an inspiration....thank you for your videos.......♥️❄️
Zero carb? What do you eat? Even veggies have carbs! Complex carbs aren't bad. Especially as a woman you need them in your second half of your cycle for progesteron production
How are you doing now?! I also eat zero carb, mainly red meat, butter and coffee. Am just starting ADF, have done quite a few extended water only fasts 1-17 days), am looking forward to this experience!!
Just started back fasting this week, after a two year break due to injury, and I've already lost 5 pounds. Sure I know it's water weight but, I reach my weight goal before and felt amazing and I can feel my resolve to stick to this lifestyle is strong. Excited to share the journey with you.
We have so much in common! Thanks for sharing your story. I also homeschool my boys and have 4 boys in total. I have really been thinking about starting this and I am not new to fasting. I appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. God bless you -Jen
This great thanks so much. We have so much in common and I look forward to learning from your videos. I have tried OMaD, 16 and 8, and keto but nothing has been a perfect fit… except for prolonged fasting but I can’t do that forever obviously. I’m going to try alternate day fasting next. I’m also a homeschool mom of boys and I’m so glad there is a female to learn from because fasting can be different with women.
Fast like a girl is a great book to read. She talks about using fasting and working with your hormones. Women can't fast the same as men, but ADF is amazing!
I just started ADF yesterday so I'm not expecting results right yet. I do eat healthy though when I'm not doing ADF I love salad so absolutely love! But yeah, I'm doing. I did 37 hours and that was really something. It did have its challenges but I did it now. I'm doing 20 hours instead. Might go up to 24 that I don't mind but 36 for me as too much. But I did see people still getting results with 20. So i'm definitely doing that on my alternate days
I love this video! I just started my IF journey and I’ve been doing 18:6, but I really want to try ADF. Thank you for the motivation! Subscribing to your channel now❤️
@@926paaja You’ve got this! The ADF is a bit of an adjustment when coming off of eating daily, but I think it’s better for more stubborn bodies like mine 😂
That’s awesome Beverly, you should be good to go! You may still have an adjustment period for a week or 2 but as an experienced faster, you’ll be great!
Thanks for your tips and book recommendations. Good job well done to you. Your beautiful and tall. I have to lose my last twenty. Ive lost 55 but struggle with this same twenty for a year (all accomplished with IF prolonged and now most days 19/5. Started ADF LAST WEEK ive lost 6. So i guess its what my body needed. Well see. Im 5’ 7” and 165. Still not my normal BMI. 6 more pounds. A new goal but now reachable. I’d like to be 145-148. So grateful for ur inspiration and your determination.
Aw thanks Penny! And congratulations on all you’re success, losing 55 lbs is amazing!! 🙌🏼 you must feel so much better than you did before. I hope ADF is what you’re looking for!
I flip my fasting all the time. One day I’ll do 16 hours fasted, next day I might start a 2 or 3 day fast depending on how I feel. No particular diet protocol either and I’ve noticed I’m dropping faster than I did being strictly keto and doing 16/8s or 18/6s. I’m still trying to make quality food choices tho.
Thank you for your video. Tomorrow will be my first day January 30, 2022. I need to lose 35 pounds. I’ve been doing the 20 hour OMAD for 3 years and keto and have lost almost 75 pounds, but I need to do this now. Oh by the way I’ve home schooled my 5 kids and now I’m schooling my granddaughter 🙌🙌🙌🙌
I love ADF. I started it last year and dropped from 232 down to 195 within a few months. 190-195 is my ideal weight so now it’s not about losing anymore weight…but rather not having to think about it. I don’t consider it a diet it’s just my life now. I fast Mon/Wed/Fri. I eat normally Tuesday/Tuesday. And on the weekends I eat whatever I want and enjoy my beer. And it simply allows me to stay right where I want to be. In fact after my weekends of BBQn what I want and drinking beer I look forward to my Monday fasts now.
Ok. Ive been practicing with fasting but tomorrow I’ll fast. I’m also 30# over weight. I’m ready for Alternate day fasting. I too was a homeschool mom in the day.
During my weightloss journey I went down the route of under/ disordered eating and it ruined my metabolism. Not only that but I was constantly hungry and unhappy. I am still committed to losing 10/15lbs by summer but I want to do it with ADF so I can heal my metabolism and not starve myself like I used to. Hope this works!!
Why do you say you've never stuck with anything for a year? You've successfully home schooled your kids for 5 year! I don't know how it works but I'm sure it's not easy. I don't think I can do it. Well done!
Does 4/3 mean you fast Monday/Wednesday/Friday and eat the rest of the days? You mentioned eating on the weekends so I'm assuming this was your schedule?
Just for transparency, I haven’t done ADF since my son passed away a year ago. But yes, when I did it for 3.5 years, that was my exact schedule other than vacations and what not. 🩵
👋 Just happened upon your channel and recognized you from IG. I'm considering ADF....I'm ready take my health journey to a new level next this year as I practiced IF consistently last year. Looking forward to watching your videos!!
Aw hey girl! It’s worth a try! I would give it a solid 2 weeks, and see how you like it. Really I’d give it at least a month. I’ll look forward to hearing how it’s going for you! 😊
Hello! Yes, I have exercised consistently, though I’m not an exercise enthusiast by any means. I just do a very quick HIIT Workout on my fasting days, and a 20 minute weight-lifting routine right before I break my fast on my eating days Tuesday and Thursday. And that’s it, plus some walks here and there. I know a lot of people combine heavier workouts with fasting though and love it. Exercise wasn’t a factor in my weight loss though, if that’s what you’re asking, as I didn’t change my exercise routine when I started fasting. 😁
Wonderful to hear of your experience and success. Proud of you for homeschooling too. You will not regret it!! Thank you so much for sharing your story with ADF.
I am struggling with weight loss. I have fasted before. I have suttled on 5:2. I can easly fast at home on the weekends since I dont go out. I was able to do it last week and I'm exctied to fast this weekend You are 2 inches taller than me and our starting weight is the same.
I never taught of doing 4 eating days in a row per month to keep up with my schedule. I have to admit that I'm pretty stressed about starting a new job and keeping up with my alternate day fasting routine. It's going to be pretty weird too with new colleagues. They're gonna think I'm a total weirdo 😂 I had one question for you though. my first few weeks on ADF & Keto, I was loosing 1.5 kgs / week (3.3 lbs) and now I'm at around 900 grams (2 lbs). Did you also have greater weight loss at the beginning ? Good job on your one year "ADF anniversary" 😀
Thank you! Yeah, it’s definitely normal to lose more in the beginning! I think that 1-2 lbs a week is “average” but I’ve seen lots of people only lose 0.5 lbs or less a week and it’s all good! The cool and different thing about fasting is that your body will be working on different things at different times and you won’t always see that reflected on the scale. Also, since you have a spike of human growth hormone with fasting, you’ll be building muscle, so even though you may see no loss (or even a gain) on the scale, you probably still lost fat! I have learned to ride those waves on the scale and just let it take how long it takes. I hope you find a groove you can work with around your work schedule, and it’s okay if they think you’re weird, they’re the ones missing out! 😉
Your new colleagues don't have to know unless you just want to tell them. During lunch, you can just go for a walk and if there are any "mandatory" lunches you can always just have coffee or tea and say you're not hungry today, or you're stomach is a little queasy, or whatever you feel comfortable saying. One of the biggest mistakes fasters make is feeling like they are obligated to tell everyone what they are doing.
@@1GoldenBreeze I completely agree with you. The issue is, entering a new company and environment, most of the socializing is done at lunch. I did think of going on a walk etc. but I still want to socialize with new people. I can just drink a coffee but it's hard watching people eat when you fast. Also, the excuses might be okay for a while, but at some point, people always ask me why I'm not eating. Generally, they want to shove food down my throat when I say that I just don't eat. Fasting isn't mainstream yet, so doing it makes you a weirdo into fads :/ I hope this changes one day. I do plan on making a video when I start working again on how I'm managing this :)
I’ve gotten this question a few times, and nope I don’t believe it had anything to do with fasting itself, only that I don’t get thirsty when I’m fasting so I wasn’t hydrating enough, so I am focusing more on that. Kidney stones themselves are formed by certain foods (high oxalates foods like spinach and nuts), and not drinking enough water. 👍🏻
I've recently learned that incorporating MCT oil could be really beneficial in raising ketone levels and beiging white adipose tissue, so I think I'm going to incorporate that just before breaking my fast
I know a lot of people like to do that. 👍🏻 I do hear though that with some after a 36+ hr fast, mct oil results in a quick trip to the bathroom… results will vary 😉
He doesn’t mind at all, because we eat together on the weekends, and he gets home late on weekdays. He also doesn’t mind if I sit there while he’s eating as long as I don’t make him feel bad 😂
Thank you, for the invite. I will join you. I started my alternate day fasting 9 weeks ago and the results have been amazing. Finally, something I can count on. Looking forward to your next notification.
Yep, I have mostly done full fasting days, with a few modified (500 calorie) fasts, but only like 3 or 4 total in a year. And yes, I don’t have any restrictions on my eating days, just try to eat mindfully and not overdo it. 😁
Haha I made this a long time ago, but I’m pretty sure I did. 😆 So basically I lost 35 lbs, re-gained 10 at the end of last year, and currently I’m back down 3 or so of those pounds, so I have 7 ish to go to get back to goal. I’m 5’11” and my goal weight is 175. 👍🏻 Thanks for watching!
Today is my first day...i am a bit nervous but will see how it goes....i was working out earlier and im hungry but im having tea and trying hard not to think about food
Hi, a new subscriber here! I plan to start alternative fasting this month 8/1/22. It’s my first day today! I try to find some motivation on TH-cam. Thanks for your video. Do you exercise with your IF as well?
How are you doing? I started ADF on June 21 2022 because I'm getting married 09/04/22, and wanted to look as good as possible in the photos. Well today I have lost 40 lbs. Went from 260lbs to 220 lbs, trying to squeeze 5 lbs more this next 1.5 weeks. Also I lost around 7 inches from my belly from 52" to 45.5" I think I can get to 44.5" by the wedding date and fit my blazer that I bought on 08/01/22 size 43R, also compression undershirt! I love ADF. Lookup dr pradip jamnadas I rewatch his videos so many times
Just started adf...feel proud I got thru 1st day, now looking forward to tomorrow...its not easy but its not super hard either....just knowing I can do it makes me feel great...food used to control me in a bad way but I feel so much more in control....any plant based fasters here? Lol...thx 4 sharing!
Hi Lexi! I love your videos! If you lived in AZ I think we would be friends :). I have watched all the videos, but I don't think you have covered the subject of cooking for your family. I have 5 small kids, so I am in the kitchen constantly, and usually dinner time MWF is when I sabotage my fast! Do you have strategies for this? Or does it not bother you? Congrats on one year! I started in may so I'm already at 5 months!
Aw yes! You never know, we might end up in AZ some day, we have it on our radar.😉 I think I will make a video on that, the challenges of fasting as a mom! But I guess for me it really has been something that doesn’t bother me a ton-most of the time. There are times that it does. I think one thing that helps is to not make things on those days that are super tempting, or to make sure that if I want leftovers it will be something that will still taste good leftover. We keep things pretty routine, so mondays are leftovers (not usually tempting) or like Mac and cheese. Wednesday is pizza night which is probably the most tempting, but I feel like it tastes good left over so I just look forward to it the next day. It’s so much a mental game! I just embrace the smell and inhale it and look forward to eating it the next day. I always make sure to save myself whatever I want, and wo to anyone who eats my food! 😆 Actually I put mushrooms on my pizza so the kids stay far away from it. 😉 Anyway then Friday is Mexican night which can also be tempting, but again is something I feel still tastes good left over. I also know from experience that I don’t enjoy unplanned modified fasting, so that memory helps me to choose not to do it. So I’d just pay attention to your thoughts and what the triggers are, and whether you felt like it was worth it. It’s a process! 😉
@@MomFasting thank you for your thoughtful reply! I love the idea of savoring the smell! Because, of course, that is really what gets me. I'm going to try reframing my mind about the smell. And a dinner schedule would probably help too 🤦.
Hi! Thank you for your videos. They are very helpful. I would like to ask you how long does it take to start seeing results doing 4:3 intermittent fasting?? Thank you so much!!
Thanks! I wish I could tell you, but everyone is so different. It also depends on what you’re doing now. If you’re new to fasting, I’d ease into ADF. If not, I’d go ahead and try it for a solid 4 weeks to see if you like it. The first 2 weeks are the hardest. Good luck!
I a 57 year old woman and overweight, been carrying excess weight of 15kg for most of my adult life. The excess weight has affected my back, pelvis and now affecting my knees and feet. I feel adf is the only solution but I fear starting for fear of failure. My challenge is am not consistent and l lack the motivation sometimes. I am worried with my knees and feet making less active l may become bigger than l am. Please wish me well.
@MomFasting thank you so much. Your video motivated me to start adf. On day 5 now, the first day was the hardest. I am determined to continue until I reach my goal weight. I hope l can continue to stay motivated.
I hope to improve my mental health because anxiety is part of my struggle. By the way, today I managed to complete one week of ADF, l have lost 6.6 pounds. I still have 26 pounds to lose. Thank u for inspiring me. How long do you think it will take to lose the remaining weight?
Happy anniversary and thank you for sharing you are right there are not many videos that include fasting without being on keto... but I’m planning on starting officially this week with ADF to finish the year..I’ve been working to see how I would feel doing it one then two days a week and I feel confident now and ready to start Monday... and like you I plan to adjust with life
Yep! Still at it…everyone is different so I can’t speak for everyone, but what I can say is I haven’t had hair loss that was caused by ADF. Hair loss is caused by stress, and ADF can be perceived as stress by the body, especially if done too quickly-that’s why it’s best to ease in and see if it’s right for you. Loose skin is usually caused by rapid weight loss, so that will vary from person to person, but fasting tends to lead to less loose skin because of autophagy. Any other ailments would vary, again, from person to person. It’s too hard to say what it would be like for you. I recommend starting around a 16:8 daily window and working slowly up from there. 😁
Awesome video! What I got most from it is to just keep going!! I’m also a homeschool mom and fellow kidney stone survivor. 🤣🤣🤣🤣. Mine is finally gone, Girl! The doc is going to do a 24-hour urine test to see what’s causing the stones. Maybe you could do that once you pass your stone. 👍👍
Ahhh that’s good to hear! How long of a journey was that for you, 2 months? Three? 😱 I have my surgery in 3 days, so I’m hoping for a last minute miracle! Yeah, I definitely want to know the cause, let me know what they find out!
Are you having a lithotripsy or they actually going in and sucking it out? It took me about a month to get in for the litho and then about two to three weeks to pass everything through after that. I still have tiny remnants that will pass eventually.
I’m actually not sure, because it depends on where the stone is when I go in. If it is too far down, the doc said they can’t do lithotripsy because the pelvis blocks the shock waves. I might just opt for them to take it out anyway though just to be done with it. 🤷♀️I’ll be at 5 weeks on Monday.
This video was recommended to me not by accident it’s tint for me to lose the weight first of all you started fasting on my birthday and you have the same goal as me
This video was filmed so long ago tbh I don’t remember…but I started at 209 (5’11”), and lost to 175. I maintained between 175-185 for 3.5 years. I had to quit ADF this year due to the passing of my son, so at this point I have no idea where I’m at…life happens. I wish you the best.
Since you are not keto driven when you do your ADF do you do anything different when you break your fast. I’m at 25 hrs on my ADF journey today. As it is a fast day. Tomorrow is an eat day. Curious how any of you break the fast when not locked on keto.
Hi Tom, I almost always break my fast with some mixed nuts. Then I wait about an hour, and eat whatever I am going to eat. However, I’ve heard a vast variety of things that work for people, so you just have to experiment! Best of luck!
It’s just something you get used to, and having the kids keeps me busy and mostly my mind off food…I have shared what I eat in a few videos, but generally I don’t, because I believe everyone needs to find what works for them. But I will say I don’t restrict anything!
Happy one year ADF anniversary Lexi! I hope you keep doing these videos because although there are many ADFasters on Facebook, it really helps to watch videos of someone living the lifestyle because my biggest worry with ADF is its sustainability. I’ve also been thinking about swapping to 4:3 since my daughter went back to school (I’m in London), it would be nice to have more family meals on weekends. When did you find yourself making that shift from diety mentality to doing this as a lifestyle? I’ve never been good with being consistent with something but really want this (even if I eventually move onto other forms of fasting) to be a change for life.
Thank you Patricia! I told myself I’d do TH-cam for at least a year, so I have 6 months left at least. 😉 I feel like the shift in mindset happened gradually, maybe a month or two in? But even now I have to catch myself sometimes, I think after so long of yo yo ing up and down it’s hard to get out of it. But the fact that I’ve worked this around my life instead of the other way around has been huge. Being able to enjoy vacations and holidays without guilt is a really big deal. And maybe 4:3 is what you need to make it feel that way? Never know till you try, but if it’s something that makes it more sustainable, that is a step in the right direction. 😁
Mom Fasting so true that you’ve worked this around your life makes it more sustainable. Kayla (six miles to supper) had a video on start the end in mind which was also a good reminder for me. I will definitely be doing 4:3 from now on, as a little trade off for doing clean fasting I’ll get a full day of eat day 😁 but I think psychologically eating normal a day more than you fast in a week makes it feel like you are living ‘normally’ majority of the time. Glad to hear you will be doing youtube for some time still, I’m always worried one of the ADFaster will just suddenly disappear like that guys Steve
Wai Patricia right! I always wonder about Steve! I hope he is well. And I love that, beginning with the end in mind...or the long haul as this will be for me, though I can’t say I’ll do 4:3 forever. I still love full day fasting, but I think I may mix in some daily windows later on, we shall see! I think our bodies do change and adapt, and it’s good to mix things up sometimes. I feel like 4:3 does that naturally in a way, since like you said you’re having those 2 eating days to sort of “re-feed” or just feel normal, whatever it may be. But fasting is a diverse toolbox that we can use to suit our needs, which is awesome.
Mom Fasting I have to agree although not easy, there is something really special about a full day fast. And yes, we can always do one form of fasting or another! Best of luck on your surgery and hope you recover quickly.
Great information. Thanks for the video! Although I'll never understand why people think we care if they have kids? What does that have to do with anything? You're still a person. Being a mom doesn't need to be your entire personality.
You’re welcome…and true, it’s not my personality, but it is a huge part of my life. People connect with things they have in common, so for other moms it is important. If it’s not important to you, that’s cool. You do you! 🙌🏼
@@MomFasting Perfect answer! Being a mom is incredibly difficult, so knowing that other mothers can do this is super motivational for other mothers! So glad when other moms talk about their kids :)
Yes I also tried ADF for a week n I see the results bcoz my weight was not even moving a bit...but I couldn't continue bcoz of my sudden sickness not bcoz of fasting. ..so I decided to do a 20:4 IF...Then gradually go back to ADF. ..Thanks for the video....so inspiring...I always get disappointed....Thank you...God bless you with lots of happiness 😊😊
Hey there! I really like this one th-cam.com/video/Rizij3icAOU/w-d-xo.html and this one th-cam.com/video/5nZ2iBGvFhE/w-d-xo.html. When I looked for videos I just searched beginner HIIT workouts on TH-cam and found some I liked that way that were the amount of time I was looking for (around 20 minutes). 😁
I am also ADF , LOST 23LBS IN 2 MONTHS
Wow that’s amazing!
Are you doing this with any exercise? @marlene lira-marrero
Wow! Such a huge inspiration. I just learned about this after trying other methods.
I need help. I’ve been doing ADF for 2 weeks straight and not seeing a single result in terms of my weight going down. What am I doing wrong?
@@22bouha i do Monday Wednesday friday , also 22press ups a day and a hour walk each day try that , keep it nice and simple
Day 9 of ADF for me today. I've found it MUCH easier than my mind imagined it would be. I committed to a week... but I'll do this as long as it takes. I did IF for over 2 years but my insulin resistance kept me stuck. Now joint pain gone... tons of energy... sleeping well. I'm looking to go down 4 sizes. Love this lifestyle... I'm 63.
That is amazing!! That is my exact experience, it was so much easier than I thought it would be. Fast on friend!
So adf is helping loose weight even with insulin resistance
This is good to know. I have insulin resistance
How are you doing now?
Same I can’t believe how easy it is
I lost 6 lbs my first week alternate day fasting 🥳
Wow that’s great! Don’t be discouraged if/when your weight loss slows, it’s normal! 🙌🏼
@@MomFasting 🙏🏾 thanks ❤️
Are you working out as well? Or just fasting
@@jackiekirungu2475 I only worked out on my eating days and nothing on fasting days but sometimes I’d do Zumba on a fasting day every now and then
I BEEN DOING ADF FOR 10 DAYS NOW AND LOST 8.4 LBS WITH SLOW STEADY CARDIO BEST THING I DID FOR MYSELF, IM NOT STOPPING.
About a month and a half in, lost about 24 lbs so far (with a 1 week vacation in there) not hard at all, on feast days I, oddly, don’t eat like crazy, works great.
congratulations I am on day 11 of ADF. I never thought I could do this ever..
I have lost 4.5 lbs im so happy and amazingly I'm not hungry. on my fast day I've learnt to keep drinking fluids, do not skip this as it's so important. Good luck everyone
That’s awesome, I’m glad you are loving it!
Thank you, just started recently, today is my 3rd fast. I’m a binge eater, once I eat something, I can’t stop eating, so I thought let me try ADF, nothing else has worked.
I wish you all the best! My advice is to not expect perfection on your eating days, just let your body adjust to the fasting and over time your eating will improve and you can make small changes. 😊
@@MomFasting Thanks, lovely of you to reply.
@@MAli-ny8zr As soon as you start to neglect ADF, you take back the pounds. You should go through with Adf for life so that you look slim and good in the long term, otherwise you fall into old habits that sabotage the success of losing weight. I have had very good success with Adf. Today is my first day of fast 💪🏼
I can relate. I'm the same. I get in a feeding frenzy once I start. I want to try this.
Very timely reminder that the long haul journey is the road to success for me. Forget the speed. Forget the expectation of 50+ lbs overnight stories. Great encouragement. Thanks 😊
I’m so glad you know this!! It’s so important! Thank you for watching. 😊
I am new to fasting. I am 2 months in. I have lost 11lbs and 6.5 inches off my waist. I am feeling better than ever. I love what you said...... “it is not easy but it is simple! “
Thank you for your videos and guidance!
Wow that’s awesome!! I’m so happy you’re loving it, and thank you for the comment. 😊
did you lose any inches of your thighs?
@@nesse6478 not sure if that question was for me or @Brooke Geiger. I definitely did, but couldn’t tell you how much because I didn’t take measurements everywhere when I started (which I totally regret!)
I did ADF for 3 years, lost about 20kg in that time. Started at about 90kg and ended up about 70 (Male 6ft 2). But eventually i ran out of weight to lose so i had to stop.
Might sound strange but i really miss those times. I actually enjoyed not having to eat on the fast days and i really savoured the food on the eat days. I felt great.
Dry fasting and ADF has saved me. Congratulations to you and thank you for sharing your journey!
Adina Baker so glad you’ve found something that works for you!
@Adina Baker - How do you go about it? Do you dry fast one day then eat the next? Thank you 🙏🏼
I tried dry fasting and only found approaching death.
Yes, have to be careful with dry fasting, only up to 24 hrs and be sure to rehydrate. And not do too often. In the beginning of my journey I believe I dry fasted too often and it contributed to my kidney stone.
Congratulations! That’s awesome! I am trying ADF (today is day 1) and I was happy to hear about someone who has done it without doing keto. I did keto for a little over one year, went off of it (about 2 years ago) and have been trying to get back on it ever since!! I have tried SO many times and I just can’t seem to do it. I gained back all my weight and more. I decided that I would try ADF with the choice to eat what I want on eating days. I have done quite a bit of intermittent fasting, but never ADF. Your video was motivating so thank you for making it. By the way, I’m a homeschooling mom too. 🙂
Awesome! That sounds a lot like me, I did keto off and on for 2 years before deciding I needed to try to find a way to lose the weight without restrictions. I know keto is fabulous for so many people, but I knew it wasn’t a lifelong solution for me. This really clicked for me, so I sincerely hope it works for you! I can’t recommend the Intermittent Fasting stories podcast enough, it’s so inspiring! Best of luck, and yes for homeschooling! I’m so grateful for it, especially now that distance learning is mandatory where I live! 🙏🏻😊
Hi Lisa! I'm on day one myself, also not doing keto. All the best!!💪💪
@Lisa Bosco How's it going so far
How are you Liza, hope you achieved your aims.
I started doing IF 16:8 and lost 20 lbs in 4 weeks. Then I switched to ADF and have been doing that about 3 weeks. So far in total I’ve lost about 28 lbs, and I have about 60-65 more to go. I love this lifestyle and it’s the only thing that’s worked for me.
I think the best time to start is a year ago. But if you didn't start a year ago the best time to start is today
-17lbs I’ll be out of the obese category
- another 30lbs in be in normal weight category
- another 15lbs I’ll be at my ideal weight 135 🎉
So glad i found you! Im also 5'11" and I have five boys! Ive been fasting for years woth success but, being 39, hormones seem to be shifting and I've noticed I'm gradually gaining weight. I started ADF (3/4) two weeks ago and im down 8 lbs! Trying to get rid of 15 more lbs. Soldier on!
ADF is the best, I lost consistent 2-3 lbs a week, went back to OMAD, gain back half of those weight, now going back to ADF
There is NEVER a "good" time to start. If you're waiting for the right time, you'll never get started. You just have to commit and keep rolling even with the failures.
Absolutely!
New subbie here.....also a mom of 4....2 boys 2 girls 🤪....hard work but worth it....I’m super proud of you and your such an inspiration....thank you for your videos.......♥️❄️
Aw thanks so much, welcome and happy to have you along! 🙌🏼😊
I lost 5 pounds on the first week of ADF.
I love to see results paying of right away but I do a zero carb diet during my eating days.
Best of luck to you! 😊
Zero carb? What do you eat? Even veggies have carbs! Complex carbs aren't bad. Especially as a woman you need them in your second half of your cycle for progesteron production
@@Amanda-vl5udzero carb is usually just meat, eggs and butter.
How are you doing now?! I also eat zero carb, mainly red meat, butter and coffee. Am just starting ADF, have done quite a few extended water only fasts 1-17 days), am looking forward to this experience!!
Just started back fasting this week, after a two year break due to injury, and I've already lost 5 pounds. Sure I know it's water weight but, I reach my weight goal before and felt amazing and I can feel my resolve to stick to this lifestyle is strong. Excited to share the journey with you.
That’s awesome, it’s a great start! Even 5 lbs of water is 5 lbs off your joints. 🙌🏼
We have so much in common! Thanks for sharing your story. I also homeschool my boys and have 4 boys in total. I have really been thinking about starting this and I am not new to fasting. I appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. God bless you -Jen
This great thanks so much. We have so much in common and I look forward to learning from your videos. I have tried OMaD, 16 and 8, and keto but nothing has been a perfect fit… except for prolonged fasting but I can’t do that forever obviously. I’m going to try alternate day fasting next. I’m also a homeschool mom of boys and I’m so glad there is a female to learn from because fasting can be different with women.
Aw welcome! So nice to have a fellow homeschooling boy mom! 🙌🏼 I hope this will click for you!! 😊
Fast like a girl is a great book to read. She talks about using fasting and working with your hormones. Women can't fast the same as men, but ADF is amazing!
I just started ADF yesterday so I'm not expecting results right yet. I do eat healthy though when I'm not doing ADF I love salad so absolutely love! But yeah, I'm doing. I did 37 hours and that was really something. It did have its challenges but I did it now. I'm doing 20 hours instead. Might go up to 24 that I don't mind but 36 for me as too much. But I did see people still getting results with 20. So i'm definitely doing that on my alternate days
Amazing. You are inspiring me, and I’m grateful for the hope!!💕💕💕
🤗love you!
I love this video! I just started my IF journey and I’ve been doing 18:6, but I really want to try ADF. Thank you for the motivation! Subscribing to your channel now❤️
Thank you, and best of luck!
I have been doing 16:8 for a while and no real results.. I am on day one of fast day. I think we can do it lolol
@@926paaja best of luck!
@@926paaja You’ve got this! The ADF is a bit of an adjustment when coming off of eating daily, but I think it’s better for more stubborn bodies like mine 😂
Tomorrow day 1 January 1 2021...I’ve been doing 19:5 with occasional 48...times to ramp things up
That’s awesome Beverly, you should be good to go! You may still have an adjustment period for a week or 2 but as an experienced faster, you’ll be great!
Thanks for your tips and book recommendations. Good job well done to you. Your beautiful and tall. I have to lose my last twenty. Ive lost 55 but struggle with this same twenty for a year (all accomplished with IF prolonged and now most days 19/5. Started ADF LAST WEEK ive lost 6. So i guess its what my body needed. Well see. Im 5’ 7” and 165. Still not my normal BMI. 6 more pounds. A new goal but now reachable. I’d like to be 145-148. So grateful for ur inspiration and your determination.
Aw thanks Penny! And congratulations on all you’re success, losing 55 lbs is amazing!! 🙌🏼 you must feel so much better than you did before. I hope ADF is what you’re looking for!
Did you reach your goal?
I flip my fasting all the time. One day I’ll do 16 hours fasted, next day I might start a 2 or 3 day fast depending on how I feel. No particular diet protocol either and I’ve noticed I’m dropping faster than I did being strictly keto and doing 16/8s or 18/6s. I’m still trying to make quality food choices tho.
Awesome, switching it up can be a great strategy!
Thank you for your video. Tomorrow will be my first day January 30, 2022. I need to lose 35 pounds. I’ve been doing the 20 hour OMAD for 3 years and keto and have lost almost 75 pounds, but I need to do this now. Oh by the way I’ve home schooled my 5 kids and now I’m schooling my granddaughter 🙌🙌🙌🙌
Oh wow, you’re a homeschool veteran! That’s awesome 👏🏼 and welcome to the ADF club! I hope you love if. 😀
How’s it going? I’m starting tomorrow.
Hi 👋🏽. It’s my second month. New subbie. Congratulations 🎉🎊 on your one year.
Hello and welcome! Thank you!! So happy to have you along. 😊
What an amazing lady you are.. Woweee. 4 boys are a handful!! AND homeschooling. Just can't believe it
Haha thank you ☺️
I love ADF. I started it last year and dropped from 232 down to 195 within a few months. 190-195 is my ideal weight so now it’s not about losing anymore weight…but rather not having to think about it. I don’t consider it a diet it’s just my life now. I fast Mon/Wed/Fri. I eat normally Tuesday/Tuesday. And on the weekends I eat whatever I want and enjoy my beer. And it simply allows me to stay right where I want to be. In fact after my weekends of BBQn what I want and drinking beer I look forward to my Monday fasts now.
Congrats for sticking to it a whole year awesome.
Thanks! It’s been over 3 now 😄
Ok. Ive been practicing with fasting but tomorrow I’ll fast. I’m also 30# over weight. I’m ready for Alternate day fasting. I too was a homeschool mom in the day.
Ahh good luck to you!! You’ll be great!
During my weightloss journey I went down the route of under/ disordered eating and it ruined my metabolism. Not only that but I was constantly hungry and unhappy. I am still committed to losing 10/15lbs by summer but I want to do it with ADF so I can heal my metabolism and not starve myself like I used to. Hope this works!!
Best of luck! If you’re new to fasting, I would ease into ADF. 🙌🏼😊
You should read fast like a girl
Why do you say you've never stuck with anything for a year? You've successfully home schooled your kids for 5 year! I don't know how it works but I'm sure it's not easy. I don't think I can do it. Well done!
Haha thanks, I was referring to anything diet related. 😉 Homeschooling isn’t for everyone, but I like it overall 😊
Question for you… do you eat anything on your down days? Thank you for answering!!
I do not, I do a full fast. 💕
Does 4/3 mean you fast Monday/Wednesday/Friday and eat the rest of the days? You mentioned eating on the weekends so I'm assuming this was your schedule?
Just for transparency, I haven’t done ADF since my son passed away a year ago. But yes, when I did it for 3.5 years, that was my exact schedule other than vacations and what not. 🩵
@@MomFastingI’m so sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest condolences!🙏🏾
@@MomFastingso sorry to hear that. 😢
I'm struggling on Saturday and Sundays I'm trying to get this scheduled down.
I hope it gets easier and you find a rhythm that works for you 🙏🏻🩵
👋 Just happened upon your channel and recognized you from IG. I'm considering ADF....I'm ready take my health journey to a new level next this year as I practiced IF consistently last year. Looking forward to watching your videos!!
Aw hey girl! It’s worth a try! I would give it a solid 2 weeks, and see how you like it. Really I’d give it at least a month. I’ll look forward to hearing how it’s going for you! 😊
I sooooo need to stay encouraged. Thank you all.
Did you do true ADF? With no calorie intake on fast days or did you do the moderate version?
I do the zero calorie version, I find it easier. 😁
Did you workout on your fast days? Did you workout on your eat days? Running weightlifting, biking etc?
Hello! Yes, I have exercised consistently, though I’m not an exercise enthusiast by any means. I just do a very quick HIIT Workout on my fasting days, and a 20 minute weight-lifting routine right before I break my fast on my eating days Tuesday and Thursday. And that’s it, plus some walks here and there. I know a lot of people combine heavier workouts with fasting though and love it. Exercise wasn’t a factor in my weight loss though, if that’s what you’re asking, as I didn’t change my exercise routine when I started fasting. 😁
I like how you said it's not easy, but it's simple.
I still feel that way!😁
Congratulations one tour fastiversary!!
Thank you!! 😊😊
Wonderful to hear of your experience and success. Proud of you for homeschooling too. You will not regret it!! Thank you so much for sharing your story with ADF.
Thank you!! I appreciate that 😊
I am struggling with weight loss. I have fasted before. I have suttled on 5:2. I can easly fast at home on the weekends since I dont go out. I was able to do it last week and I'm exctied to fast this weekend You are 2 inches taller than me and our starting weight is the same.
Good luck girl! You’ve got this. 🙌🏼
I never taught of doing 4 eating days in a row per month to keep up with my schedule. I have to admit that I'm pretty stressed about starting a new job and keeping up with my alternate day fasting routine. It's going to be pretty weird too with new colleagues. They're gonna think I'm a total weirdo 😂
I had one question for you though. my first few weeks on ADF & Keto, I was loosing 1.5 kgs / week (3.3 lbs) and now I'm at around 900 grams (2 lbs). Did you also have greater weight loss at the beginning ?
Good job on your one year "ADF anniversary" 😀
Thank you! Yeah, it’s definitely normal to lose more in the beginning! I think that 1-2 lbs a week is “average” but I’ve seen lots of people only lose 0.5 lbs or less a week and it’s all good! The cool and different thing about fasting is that your body will be working on different things at different times and you won’t always see that reflected on the scale. Also, since you have a spike of human growth hormone with fasting, you’ll be building muscle, so even though you may see no loss (or even a gain) on the scale, you probably still lost fat! I have learned to ride those waves on the scale and just let it take how long it takes. I hope you find a groove you can work with around your work schedule, and it’s okay if they think you’re weird, they’re the ones missing out! 😉
Your new colleagues don't have to know unless you just want to tell them. During lunch, you can just go for a walk and if there are any "mandatory" lunches you can always just have coffee or tea and say you're not hungry today, or you're stomach is a little queasy, or whatever you feel comfortable saying. One of the biggest mistakes fasters make is feeling like they are obligated to tell everyone what they are doing.
Such good advice, as always. 😊
@@1GoldenBreeze I completely agree with you. The issue is, entering a new company and environment, most of the socializing is done at lunch. I did think of going on a walk etc. but I still want to socialize with new people. I can just drink a coffee but it's hard watching people eat when you fast. Also, the excuses might be okay for a while, but at some point, people always ask me why I'm not eating. Generally, they want to shove food down my throat when I say that I just don't eat. Fasting isn't mainstream yet, so doing it makes you a weirdo into fads :/ I hope this changes one day.
I do plan on making a video when I start working again on how I'm managing this :)
@@TheFastingPanda Best of luck with it. I'm sure you will figure out how it's going to work best for you. Looking forward to your video!
Thank you so much for sharing your journey! So inspirational!!
Thank you!! 😊😊
Did you get kidney stone because of fasting. Because I heard that you can get stones when you do fasting.
I’ve gotten this question a few times, and nope I don’t believe it had anything to do with fasting itself, only that I don’t get thirsty when I’m fasting so I wasn’t hydrating enough, so I am focusing more on that. Kidney stones themselves are formed by certain foods (high oxalates foods like spinach and nuts), and not drinking enough water. 👍🏻
I've recently learned that incorporating MCT oil could be really beneficial in raising ketone levels and beiging white adipose tissue, so I think I'm going to incorporate that just before breaking my fast
I know a lot of people like to do that. 👍🏻 I do hear though that with some after a 36+ hr fast, mct oil results in a quick trip to the bathroom… results will vary 😉
@@MomFasting sounds like a great laxative!
@@TheRealBlackPanda haha could be!
Didn't your husband/partner have an issue with the alternate day fasting? My husband hates it when I fast so regularly ciz he hates to eat alone!
He doesn’t mind at all, because we eat together on the weekends, and he gets home late on weekdays. He also doesn’t mind if I sit there while he’s eating as long as I don’t make him feel bad 😂
Lol do wat u gotta do sis he’ll survive 😂
Haha this is true!
You look wonderful! Thank you for this informative video!
Thank you so much and you’re welcome ☺️
Thank you, for the invite. I will join you. I started my alternate day fasting 9 weeks ago and the results have been amazing. Finally, something I can count on. Looking forward to your next notification.
Wonderful, congratulations on getting 9 weeks in, that’s awesome!
is this not eating anything on fasting days? and eating wat u want the following day
Yep, I have mostly done full fasting days, with a few modified (500 calorie) fasts, but only like 3 or 4 total in a year. And yes, I don’t have any restrictions on my eating days, just try to eat mindfully and not overdo it. 😁
3/4 through the video.....so you gonna tell us how much you lost or nah?
Haha I made this a long time ago, but I’m pretty sure I did. 😆 So basically I lost 35 lbs, re-gained 10 at the end of last year, and currently I’m back down 3 or so of those pounds, so I have 7 ish to go to get back to goal. I’m 5’11” and my goal weight is 175. 👍🏻 Thanks for watching!
Today is my first day...i am a bit nervous but will see how it goes....i was working out earlier and im hungry but im having tea and trying hard not to think about food
Awesome, you’ve got this!!
@@MomFasting thank u sooooo much
Hi, a new subscriber here! I plan to start alternative fasting this month 8/1/22. It’s my first day today! I try to find some motivation on TH-cam. Thanks for your video. Do you exercise with your IF as well?
Welcome! I do! I love doing some light weights two days a week right before I break my fast. And I also try to walk often. Best of luck to you!
How are you doing? I started ADF on June 21 2022 because I'm getting married 09/04/22, and wanted to look as good as possible in the photos. Well today I have lost 40 lbs. Went from 260lbs to 220 lbs, trying to squeeze 5 lbs more this next 1.5 weeks. Also I lost around 7 inches from my belly from 52" to 45.5" I think I can get to 44.5" by the wedding date and fit my blazer that I bought on 08/01/22 size 43R, also compression undershirt! I love ADF. Lookup dr pradip jamnadas I rewatch his videos so many times
Congratulations!! That’s awesome 👏🏼
Just started adf...feel proud I got thru 1st day, now looking forward to tomorrow...its not easy but its not super hard either....just knowing I can do it makes me feel great...food used to control me in a bad way but I feel so much more in control....any plant based fasters here? Lol...thx 4 sharing!
That’s awesome! Check out alifetodai4 , she does ADF and plant based!
Hi Lexi! I love your videos! If you lived in AZ I think we would be friends :). I have watched all the videos, but I don't think you have covered the subject of cooking for your family. I have 5 small kids, so I am in the kitchen constantly, and usually dinner time MWF is when I sabotage my fast! Do you have strategies for this? Or does it not bother you?
Congrats on one year! I started in may so I'm already at 5 months!
Aw yes! You never know, we might end up in AZ some day, we have it on our radar.😉 I think I will make a video on that, the challenges of fasting as a mom! But I guess for me it really has been something that doesn’t bother me a ton-most of the time. There are times that it does. I think one thing that helps is to not make things on those days that are super tempting, or to make sure that if I want leftovers it will be something that will still taste good leftover. We keep things pretty routine, so mondays are leftovers (not usually tempting) or like Mac and cheese. Wednesday is pizza night which is probably the most tempting, but I feel like it tastes good left over so I just look forward to it the next day. It’s so much a mental game! I just embrace the smell and inhale it and look forward to eating it the next day. I always make sure to save myself whatever I want, and wo to anyone who eats my food! 😆 Actually I put mushrooms on my pizza so the kids stay far away from it. 😉 Anyway then Friday is Mexican night which can also be tempting, but again is something I feel still tastes good left over. I also know from experience that I don’t enjoy unplanned modified fasting, so that memory helps me to choose not to do it. So I’d just pay attention to your thoughts and what the triggers are, and whether you felt like it was worth it. It’s a process! 😉
@@MomFasting thank you for your thoughtful reply! I love the idea of savoring the smell! Because, of course, that is really what gets me. I'm going to try reframing my mind about the smell. And a dinner schedule would probably help too 🤦.
Haha yeah, it really does help. I have been a monthly meal planner forever and it really makes a difference. 😊
Hi! Thank you for your videos. They are very helpful. I would like to ask you how long does it take to start seeing results doing 4:3 intermittent fasting?? Thank you so much!!
Thanks! I wish I could tell you, but everyone is so different. It also depends on what you’re doing now. If you’re new to fasting, I’d ease into ADF. If not, I’d go ahead and try it for a solid 4 weeks to see if you like it. The first 2 weeks are the hardest. Good luck!
I a 57 year old woman and overweight, been carrying excess weight of 15kg for most of my adult life. The excess weight has affected my back, pelvis and now affecting my knees and feet. I feel adf is the only solution but I fear starting for fear of failure. My challenge is am not consistent and l lack the motivation sometimes. I am worried with my knees and feet making less active l may become bigger than l am. Please wish me well.
I wish you all the best and hope it goes well for you 🙏🏻🩵
@MomFasting thank you so much. Your video motivated me to start adf. On day 5 now, the first day was the hardest. I am determined to continue until I reach my goal weight. I hope l can continue to stay motivated.
Does fasting improve mental health?
@@GbM-yz4er individuals are all so different, but there is a good chance that it will. Reducing inflammation makes improvements all around. 🩵
I hope to improve my mental health because anxiety is part of my struggle. By the way, today I managed to complete one week of ADF, l have lost 6.6 pounds. I still have 26 pounds to lose. Thank u for inspiring me. How long do you think it will take to lose the remaining weight?
I just got done with the 1st fast day. It wasn’t the easiest but not terrible either. I’m hoping it gets easier with time.
Well done! It definitely gets easier, the first week or two are the hardest. 👍🏻
Thank you for your videos
Ah yes! Thank you. Dr. Mindy has tons of great videos! I hope you love ADF!😊😊
This is a wonderful and helpful.
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Happy anniversary and thank you for sharing you are right there are not many videos that include fasting without being on keto... but I’m planning on starting officially this week with ADF to finish the year..I’ve been working to see how I would feel doing it one then two days a week and I feel confident now and ready to start Monday... and like you I plan to adjust with life
That’s awesome Diwanna, I love how you eased into it and are open to adjusting with life! 🙌🏼😊
Are you still doing ADF? Curious if this is still effective and safe long term without side effects (hair loss, loose skin, ailments, etc)?
Yep! Still at it…everyone is different so I can’t speak for everyone, but what I can say is I haven’t had hair loss that was caused by ADF. Hair loss is caused by stress, and ADF can be perceived as stress by the body, especially if done too quickly-that’s why it’s best to ease in and see if it’s right for you. Loose skin is usually caused by rapid weight loss, so that will vary from person to person, but fasting tends to lead to less loose skin because of autophagy. Any other ailments would vary, again, from person to person. It’s too hard to say what it would be like for you. I recommend starting around a 16:8 daily window and working slowly up from there. 😁
Awesome video! What I got most from it is to just keep going!! I’m also a homeschool mom and fellow kidney stone survivor. 🤣🤣🤣🤣. Mine is finally gone, Girl! The doc is going to do a 24-hour urine test to see what’s causing the stones. Maybe you could do that once you pass your stone. 👍👍
Ahhh that’s good to hear! How long of a journey was that for you, 2 months? Three? 😱 I have my surgery in 3 days, so I’m hoping for a last minute miracle! Yeah, I definitely want to know the cause, let me know what they find out!
Are you having a lithotripsy or they actually going in and sucking it out? It took me about a month to get in for the litho and then about two to three weeks to pass everything through after that. I still have tiny remnants that will pass eventually.
I’m actually not sure, because it depends on where the stone is when I go in. If it is too far down, the doc said they can’t do lithotripsy because the pelvis blocks the shock waves. I might just opt for them to take it out anyway though just to be done with it. 🤷♀️I’ll be at 5 weeks on Monday.
I had to go on a low oxalate diet ..... I feel for anyone who has experienced a kidney stone!!
@@Eye2C33 I’m sorry! Yes, it’s no fun.🥴
You started on my birthday! 🥳
Yea! That’s cool. 😊🎉
This video was recommended to me not by accident it’s tint for me to lose the weight first of all you started fasting on my birthday and you have the same goal as me
I’m also doing alternate day fasting ,can I just ask anyone ever had diarrhea problem on the feeding day?
Very common in the beginning, be careful not to break your fast with a lot of fiber…more fat/protein tends to work best.
Yay for homeschooling!
Nice work! I'm impressed you have worked on this so hard ;-D Cheers Mate!
Thanks 😊
I'm your 1k 👍🙏
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Today is my first day. I need to make a change and i know i can do it! Thank you for this video.
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Did she at ANY point say how much she even lost? 😅 I don’t believe so but perhaps I missed it?
This video was filmed so long ago tbh I don’t remember…but I started at 209 (5’11”), and lost to 175. I maintained between 175-185 for 3.5 years. I had to quit ADF this year due to the passing of my son, so at this point I have no idea where I’m at…life happens. I wish you the best.
@@MomFasting thank you. So sorry for your loss. Prayers.
Since you are not keto driven when you do your ADF do you do anything different when you break your fast.
I’m at 25 hrs on my ADF journey today. As it is a fast day. Tomorrow is an eat day.
Curious how any of you break the fast when not locked on keto.
Hi Tom, I almost always break my fast with some mixed nuts. Then I wait about an hour, and eat whatever I am going to eat. However, I’ve heard a vast variety of things that work for people, so you just have to experiment! Best of luck!
HI. I would like to do this. Do you eat the 500 calorie meal on your fasting day? Thank you! I look forward to watching more of your videos.
I personally don’t but many people do and love it! I’d just try both ways and see what you prefer. 😃
@@MomFasting Thank you for replying back.🥰
How cud you manage with a big family. You are marvelous. But I missed any video which tells us what you ate
It’s just something you get used to, and having the kids keeps me busy and mostly my mind off food…I have shared what I eat in a few videos, but generally I don’t, because I believe everyone needs to find what works for them. But I will say I don’t restrict anything!
Happy one year ADF anniversary Lexi! I hope you keep doing these videos because although there are many ADFasters on Facebook, it really helps to watch videos of someone living the lifestyle because my biggest worry with ADF is its sustainability. I’ve also been thinking about swapping to 4:3 since my daughter went back to school (I’m in London), it would be nice to have more family meals on weekends. When did you find yourself making that shift from diety mentality to doing this as a lifestyle? I’ve never been good with being consistent with something but really want this (even if I eventually move onto other forms of fasting) to be a change for life.
Thank you Patricia! I told myself I’d do TH-cam for at least a year, so I have 6 months left at least. 😉 I feel like the shift in mindset happened gradually, maybe a month or two in? But even now I have to catch myself sometimes, I think after so long of yo yo ing up and down it’s hard to get out of it. But the fact that I’ve worked this around my life instead of the other way around has been huge. Being able to enjoy vacations and holidays without guilt is a really big deal. And maybe 4:3 is what you need to make it feel that way? Never know till you try, but if it’s something that makes it more sustainable, that is a step in the right direction. 😁
Mom Fasting so true that you’ve worked this around your life makes it more sustainable. Kayla (six miles to supper) had a video on start the end in mind which was also a good reminder for me. I will definitely be doing 4:3 from now on, as a little trade off for doing clean fasting I’ll get a full day of eat day 😁 but I think psychologically eating normal a day more than you fast in a week makes it feel like you are living ‘normally’ majority of the time. Glad to hear you will be doing youtube for some time still, I’m always worried one of the ADFaster will just suddenly disappear like that guys Steve
Wai Patricia right! I always wonder about Steve! I hope he is well. And I love that, beginning with the end in mind...or the long haul as this will be for me, though I can’t say I’ll do 4:3 forever. I still love full day fasting, but I think I may mix in some daily windows later on, we shall see! I think our bodies do change and adapt, and it’s good to mix things up sometimes. I feel like 4:3 does that naturally in a way, since like you said you’re having those 2 eating days to sort of “re-feed” or just feel normal, whatever it may be. But fasting is a diverse toolbox that we can use to suit our needs, which is awesome.
Mom Fasting I have to agree although not easy, there is something really special about a full day fast. And yes, we can always do one form of fasting or another! Best of luck on your surgery and hope you recover quickly.
Wai Patricia thank you so much. 🙏🏻😊
I eat every two days. After two weeks of that i will eat for 3 days straight
Very well done thx
Thank you 😊
I love this channel🤗😍
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Thank you, great tips!
I want to try this but does it really work?
The only way to know if it will work for you is to try it. Best of luck. 🩵
what LImitless with Chris Helmsworth. its explains the fasting. good for the body!
Love your channel. Is the bridge in the very beginning in Northern California?
Thank you!!! Yes it is! My mom and grandparents used to live in Fort Bragg, and my mom took hundreds of pics of sunsets every night. 😊
How long does everyone fast for? I’m going to try at least 38 hours
Hi Jennifer! Have you ever fasted before?
When you have your eating days how many meals do you have ?
Hi Kathryn! I don’t worry about the number of meals, but I usually eat 2-3, just depends on what I’m feeling like. 😁
Thank you for sharing your story. Brave. Inspiring also.
Thank you 🙏🏻
Great information. Thanks for the video! Although I'll never understand why people think we care if they have kids? What does that have to do with anything? You're still a person. Being a mom doesn't need to be your entire personality.
You’re welcome…and true, it’s not my personality, but it is a huge part of my life. People connect with things they have in common, so for other moms it is important. If it’s not important to you, that’s cool. You do you! 🙌🏼
@@MomFasting Perfect answer! Being a mom is incredibly difficult, so knowing that other mothers can do this is super motivational for other mothers! So glad when other moms talk about their kids :)
@@ErBeary thank you 😊
Yes I also tried ADF for a week n I see the results bcoz my weight was not even moving a bit...but I couldn't continue bcoz of my sudden sickness not bcoz of fasting. ..so I decided to do a 20:4 IF...Then gradually go back to ADF. ..Thanks for the video....so inspiring...I always get disappointed....Thank you...God bless you with lots of happiness 😊😊
I hope you start feeling better! 20:4 is great too. 😊
@@MomFasting Thank you for the reply 😊
Of course. Thank you for the nice comment and for watching. 🙏🏻
Thank you.
I currently do OMAD
That’s awesome!
Awesome 💚 Congratulations!!
Healing Intuitiveleigh thank you! 😊
Can you post HIT videos you used?
Hey there! I really like this one th-cam.com/video/Rizij3icAOU/w-d-xo.html and this one th-cam.com/video/5nZ2iBGvFhE/w-d-xo.html. When I looked for videos I just searched beginner HIIT workouts on TH-cam and found some I liked that way that were the amount of time I was looking for (around 20 minutes). 😁
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A year and a day! Good job
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