FastDay Friends: How do you stay motivated?

View this email in your browser Hello errantbehavior, how's it going? I hope the fasting is still going well and that you're enjoying better health and your favourite foods as well! Of course there are times when we all start to lose motivation a little - maybe the scales haven't shifted for a while or perhaps your fast day meals are starting to feel a bit boring. With this in mind, I hope that this week's newsletter will inspire you to keep going, with tips for what to do if your weight loss is stuck, some nice creative progress trackers to motivate you and a recipe that I can still barely believe is fast day friendly!  Kerrie's 5:2 transformation is such an inspiration! "A combination of ceasing to have my teenage metabolism alongside not being force to exercise (and discovering beer!) meant I've been some form of overweight all my adult life.  But as I got older the weight just crept on and on as the years went by.  By the time I started, I had a BMI of nearly 35 and a pelvis that just couldn't support me anymore..." Read Kerrie's story Did you know...?   Why am I not losing weight with intermittent fasting? Are you frustrated that despite your efforts you are not losing weight? This can really hinder your motivation, so let us help you understand the problem and how to fix it...   What's the buzz?   5 fun and creative ways to track your weight loss It's a known fact that keeping track of your weight loss progress will help you to stay on course, making it easier for you reach your goal... "Murgh Moog" Indian Takeaway Style Curry Sauce 166 calories per serving Who says fast day food has to be boring and uninspiring? Here's a dish to really look forward to! This is based on a recipe I was taught by a friend's husband, who had an Indian restaurant. The sauce is as good as anything from your local curry house and is surprisingly low calorie, allowing plenty for your meat or vegetables as well as a side such as brown rice, cauliflower rice or a nice bed of spinach. Get the full recipe now See you at the forum!   Follow us on: Copyright © 2015 FastDay Ltd, All rights reserved. You joined the 52fastdiet.co.uk forum unsubscribe from this list    update subscription preferences

FastDay Friends: Getting started or starting again?

View this email in your browser Hi errantbehavior, it's great to see you! The sun is shining here and it feels like a bright, positive time to think about re-committing to fasting as a way of eating for life. If you've been maintaining but the odd pound has crept back on, if you've been struggling to stick to the plan or even if you're new and about to get started, make a promise to yourself right now, to stay on track and stay positive! Did you know that stress can make it harder for you to lose those stubborn pounds? A positive mindset and trying not to worry about your weight loss may be more beneficial than you think! Aim to make time to relax, and be sure to keep your fasting days simple and sustainable. Caroline lost over 90lbs and more than 12" from her waist! "My weight just kept creeping up over a long period, though it may have accelerated somewhat during my pregnancy with my son when I definitely over-ate, and then continued to do so afterwards. I made some half-hearted attempts to get it under control but..." Read Caroline's story Did you know...?   What can I expect from my first few fasts? Fasting is surprisingly easy. Of course you will feel hungry, but that soon passes. Learn more about what to expect from your first few fasts.   What's the buzz? The Good, The Bad & The Ugly: 10 unexpected surprises when you start fasting Our first fasts are quite an experience, something we always remember and we certainly  can learn a lot from them... Low Fat Tres Rapide French Tarragon Chicken 230 calories A simple low-fat 5:2 dinner or lunch recipe from Lavendar and Lovage that can be whipped up in almost no time! Organic chicken breasts that are diced and then sauted with fresh tarragon and half-fat creme fraiche with just a hint of lemon juice - and calories to spare for a lovely side of vegetables. Get the full recipe now See you at the forum!   Follow us on: Copyright © 2015 FastDay Ltd, All rights reserved. You joined the 52fastdiet.co.uk forum unsubscribe from this list    update subscription preferences

FastDay Friends: Fasting tips for your vacation

View this email in your browser Hello errantbehavior, how are you? I hope this fortnight's email finds you well and still enjoying your fast days :) If you're planning your summer holiday (or any vacation for that matter!) we've got some great fasting tips for you today, check out the article below.  Are you missing having a weekly newsletter? If you're feeling the need for a bit more of a FastDay fix between emails, do pop along to the forum and say hello, we love to hear how you're getting on! You can also follow us on Twitter & Facebook for daily posts. You might also enjoy following our friends at Ways of Eating on Facebook for some great healthy eating tips, recipes & inspiration. Ana-Sofia lost 70lbs and really feels the health benefits! "I've always loved food and cooking, and it had been a safe place to go all my life. Also I've been asthmatic since birth so I didn't do much exercise most of my life and some of my meds make me gain some weight..." Read Ana-Sofia's story Did you know...?   What can I do in advance to prepare my body for fasting? Worried about how you'll cope with your first fast? Check out these three simple steps you can take to prepare your body...   What's the buzz?   Going away? Read our top tips for fasting on holiday! We touched on this issue in the last FastDay Buzz article about fasting as a parent, but with the summer holidays drawing ever closer it seems a good time to delve a little deeper! Coconut Fruit Salad 170 calories With Summer well and truly here this simple recipe seems appropriate! Who says you can't have a dessert on your fast day? This recipe from Tinned Tomatoes is not only quick and easy but deliciously fruity too. A real tropical treat! Get the full recipe now See you at the forum!   Follow us on: Copyright © 2015 FastDay Ltd, All rights reserved. You joined the 52fastdiet.co.uk forum unsubscribe from this list    update subscription preferences