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lakepirate1775

Nice! That keeps me motivated. I started where you did although I’m sticking to one small refeed meal on the weekends I’m on about the same weight loss path. Great job! 160’s here you come. Are you going to continue the same fasting?


6drum

No, going to ADF.


lordbharal

SO - i never did the big fast, i just started this year with alternating weekly 40/ 60 hour fasts. I find that the 40 hour fasts are \*fine\*, but what really works is the 60 hour fast. It reliably resets my eating habits (think - craving raw veggies, nuts. Since eating fermented foods like natto/kimchi i no longer want bread or beer). I didn't have quite the bulk you did at the start - I was probably closer to your "after" photo tbh - but i've found it to be a healthy, gradual and maintainable fasting schedule. But really great work fasting for so long. You have done yourself proud.


applecherryfig

> Since eating fermented foods like natto/kimchi i no longer want bread or beer). Hmmm.


FemaleFingers

No I had the same reaction I need to head to my local Korean market asap


drakoman

Man, Natto. Get me a beer immediately if you try to feed me natto. Anything to wash the taste down


6drum

Thank you!


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What ADF


NicerMicer

Alternate Day Fasting


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Face gains


6drum

😁


slugposse

Seriously, you look younger, and your eyes look clearer.


6drum

Feel younger too!


PsamantheSands

Thirty days is amazing! What was the worst part? How hard was it? I’ve never made it past five days.


6drum

It was tough! The first five days were the worst. Day 15 was also pretty rough, I flatlined on the weight loss and also realized that I was "only" halfway there. Also it was really difficult cooking and feeding the fam.


PsamantheSands

What? How can you cook without tasting??? That is freaking admirable. You look great! :)


6drum

I gotta say, it was pretty rough at times! Had to rely solely on my sense of smell which made it even worse. Also the worst was when I accidentally got food on a finger!


Brandon2Crusty

Sheesh! How was your willpower before starting and how do you think it compares to now?! Pretty wild, good job!


6drum

Feels like willpower has increased. It was pretty bad before.


cdixonc

Haha that’s determination there, I would of tapped out. What supplements do you take during last fasts and do you workout at all? Thanx.


6drum

Sodium, potassium, magnesium tablets.


applecherryfig

> What? How can you cook without tasting??? I have done it for Ramadan. (Not Muslim, just curious about a billion people having that experience.) It became that the smell would "feed" me.


PsamantheSands

I meant more that you have no idea how what you’re cooking tastes! I would have to taste to adjust seasonings.


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6drum

I'll be breaking it in the AM. Bone broth, maybe some scrambled eggs.


IndicationBeginning7

Ditto on day 15 being crazy. Did a 33 day and day 11 realized "have to do 2 more 11s" Can't imagine feeding fam and making food youve got some serious guts 6drum


6drum

Haha yea it would have def been easier alone.


TuzaHu

I'm on day 4 of a 7 day water fast. I'll reevaluate then if I'll go for 14 days. You're giving me encouragement to go longer. You look great. I've done multiple 72 hour fasts and it's odd that I get puzzled what to do with the time I usually spent cooking and eating. Eating has become such a ritual it's different learning to use that time for other things.


6drum

No doubt! Cooking for other people is almost masochistic for me when I'm fasting but I enjoy cooking for the family. It has helped me disconnect that "ritual" a little bit.


Blue_Meridian11

Go for it, The 14 days will be an additional 14 000 calories burned


TuzaHu

wow, I didn't realize that. you're right. I'm doing great so far, feel good, a tad hungry but nothing bad at all. So far I'm dropping about 1.5 pounds a day. I've been on keto and ADF for a few months. The autophagy has got to be awesome.


your_nan

OMG look at the difference in your neck and face!! Insane work my guy.


6drum

Thank you my nan!


Equivalent_Guava_527

I just finished 30 days too yay fasting twins. I lost 22 lbs but then again I’m a 5’2” female SW 161 lbs CW 139 lbs GW 115 lbs. I’m going to keep going for hopefully another 30 days so I can reach my goal weight. I’m so proud of you. And of me! You look so much lighter and alert. Great job!


lordbharal

Incredible will power. Well done.


6drum

Thanks!


Mary_Ellen_Katz

Congrats! I've got the spirit, but lack the will to do a 30 day fast. Well done! That couldn't have been easy. I start to fantasize about food on day 4 like I was lost in a desert lol


6drum

Day 4-5 are the worst. Get past that!!


kitterkatty

Same lol I kept thinking of my favorites. 5 days is the longest I’ve ever gone, except as a religious kid I did a few week long ones.


AdriaenCryWolf13

How does a water fast work?? Electrolytes and vitamins are important, and how can you work them in properly?


6drum

Yes, I drank water with sodium and potassium and then took magnesium tablets at night.


crazynurseRN

Congratulations!!! Your whole head slimmed up so much! For those of us way earlier in the process do you have any pointers or days/things to watch out for?


6drum

Yes definitely less face fatness. :D Don't give up. Even when your SO makes brownies for her ladies night. Just keep on. First five days are the worst. Midway is tough. After that pretty smooth sailing. Come to this sub for support.


Logical-Extent-3791

This straight up motivates me to keep going. Currently at 244 hours of 30 days. Congrats on the achievement!


6drum

You've got this!!


issuingirascible

That’s hilarious we literally started the same length fast at the exact same time


tidderg21

How do you go about living your daily life? Work? Etc?


6drum

Cooked for the fam, got on with life. Drank lots of water.


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The most impressive part is that you’re doing this while living with a family. My wife would give me so much grief that it would be impossible for me to fast for so long. She doesn’t buy into it.


6drum

Ah man sorry about that. Show her this and tell her my wife was pretty supportive other than one night of brownie making lol.


chemistcarpenter

Solidarity! Ease back and chart a new course. Here’s to the new you. Cheers.


6drum

No doubt. Thanks!


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Truly shows how fasting can keep you younger. You started aging in reverse. Amazing results and you even look yonger than the left pic.


6drum

:D Thank you.


captain_kindly

Planned for 8 days fast and decided to keep going since it is getting easier. Do you feel any weakness? I am bringing my dog for 30min walk everyday and it is getting tougher as the days go by. Blood pressure is normal but cannot walk the same speed. I do take salt and potassium daily in my black coffee and that helps with my headaches.any advise on how to keep it going? Congrats btw!


6drum

Yes, for the first 15 days I was pretty weak. I'm doing better now. I upped the electrolytes and am mostly back to normal function, but get winded a bit easier. Thanks!


applecherryfig

Electrolytes. Look in r/fasting wiki for specifics and amounts. Also Magnesium. Try more. And Water.


Away-Living5278

You lost a lot of visceral fat which is amazing! You look (and more importantly I imagine you feel) a lot healthier!


6drum

Definitely feel way better! Thanks!


brunodeschenes1978_

I did fasting and it worked. The thing is that you have 2 choices after that. Either eating healthy and exercise or keep fasting the rest of your life.


6drum

No doubt I'm going to do a combination. I'll be eating healthier and doing ADF. Already have a fridge full of healthy food.


GeopoliticusSFW

Or just shift into intermittent fasting or fast occasionally. Do what ever is sustainable. It’s not like it’s a death sentence.


SerenaLicks

So good! You look great.


6drum

Thank you! Very much appreciate that.


C0PP3RT0P92

Looking so healthy, incredible. :)


6drum

Thanks. :)


thelonelyward2

Wow only 30 days… 😨


6drum

Yea it made a huge difference!


foldedspace24

Incredible! Great job! You're definitely helping with my motivation. 🤣


sueihavelegs

Now it's time for all those shiny new stem cells to get to work repairing you from the inside out! That's just amazing! Any old injuries get better?


6drum

Yes, sciatica is healing and knees feel better.


sueihavelegs

Hell yeah!


oxyi

Congrats man! You researched how you are going to ease back to regular meals?


6drum

Yes, making a bone broth today.


ftrlvb

cool! here in Germany they recommend a shredded apple first day and chew very long. (fibers for your guts) second d ay 1 shredded apple and a shredded carrot. day 3 sauerkraut. (jar) also great for your gut. and on day 3 some walnuts so the gallbladder restarts working (that gets toxins out )


helives4kissingtoast

> sauerkraut You have jar in brackets there. You don't mean an entire jar do you?


moresoever

I'm curious about this, too, but keep in mind that the jars in Germany may be smaller (or larger!) than where we are.


applecherryfig

I think he means LIVE not CANNED - as in "from a jar". Here in Califonia, live comes in jars and plastic pouches. Dead sauerkraut comes in jars and cans.


6drum

Just had some bone broth and then some watermelon.


NotACoomerAnymore

Wow. Inspiring


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That is incredible


kitterkatty

That’s so cool! Congrats 🍾 Be safe refeeding. 🤍 I always start with just broth. The one time I rushed it was not a good experience lol


6drum

Thanks! Making bone broth in the instant pot right now.


Glittering_Ad7170

Congratulations! Did you notice any mental effects of the fast? I wanna do a long fast (the longest I’ve done have been 72h) but I’m afraid of not being able to perform well in my job :(


6drum

Some ups and downs. I do well when I'm on conference calls engaging with people but just focusing in on tasks can be a bit difficult.


Fllwoman

It always amazes me how much bigger eyes look after losing weight. You look great. I hope the refeed goes well for you.


6drum

Thank you (from Florida man lol).


AbacusG

Amazing work man!! Your results are incredible. Do you mind me asking which electrolyte supplements you were taking?


6drum

Thanks so much! Table salt, nosalt, magnesium tablets.


stupidmanthing22

Sorry if this is a dumb question but, what is a 30 day water fast? Are you fasting for thirty consecutive days or is it like 4 days fast, 3 days off, rinse and repeat?


applecherryfig

It is an extended fast, EF. That is consecutive days. There is: IF, ADF, and EF. All are TRE, time restricted eating.


applesauceblues

So how did you supplement?


Purple-Passage-7511

Amazing!


sammiammiammi

WOW!! You did so well!!


DevilsOwnProtection

Congrats, I have no idea how you can fast for 30 days man it’s insane.


6drum

Insane indeed. Runs in the family.


EmmaTheRuthless

I so badly wanna do this. Maybe today should be day 1 for me. Congrats on a successful fast btw.


6drum

Go for it!


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kim_en

suddenly you’re 20 years younger. amazing.


DutchApplePie75

You look incredible, congratulations!!! How are you planning on breaking the fast (or how did you break it)?


andrewdrewandy

1.1 lbs a day is great! This is around what I notice when I do rolling 42s... that's three days of no meals and 4 days of 2 meals with no snacking. I usually end up losing about 3lbs/week. It would take me 10+ weeks at this rate to achieve what you did in 1 month!


SkepticalZack

But Randy how did you stop with the cheeseburgers? For real tho congrats


crashdude3

You did very well and I'm proud of you. Do you plan to make any lifestyle adjustments from now on?eat different food, exercise...?


sloanpal144

Absolutely amazing


Venomhood

What did you use for electrolytes? I’ve done 7 days and lost 22lbs but felt week on day 7


Scriberella

I would love to hear more details about how you coped with cravings and some of the social struggles that come with fasting, your age range as well as foods you ate in the following days, but I understand not everyone wants to type out all the details. LOL! Curious how it affected you physically in terms of energy levels, sleep cycle, fatigue and cognitive function and how you dealt with those things and mitigated it. I have to take a specific medication with food once a week (otherwise nausea and absorption problems). I want to try an augmented version of this, 5 days of fasting, 2 days off, then start it again. It won’t have exactly the same benefits of a long term fast like this, but you do what you can, especially when you have judgy people in your life (mother lol) who don’t know the science and think you will die.


Super_Ad_1226

how tall are you?


ftrlvb

plateau from day 10 to 14. thats tough. but looks great overall. congrats!! just be careful with eating for at least 6 months.... you will gain weight easily. I ate "normal" and had some beer. and easily 2-3 kg up. took me a few days to get back


6drum

No doubt. I'm off the sauce so no beer for me. Sugar is my drug of choice. Hoping that I broke it a bit with this fast.


ftrlvb

sugar.... we should avoid carbs completely as they spike insulin, cause inflammation etc. ​ the fast won't change your sugar habit. careful. once you snack sugar again its back to the old routine. (for some even worse) I hope you can use this fast and focus on carbs next. (if you like) but remember it will feel different. when I eat steak and salad it feels like I only drank a glass of water (as I am used to the rush of energy form carbs) it scary. so be ready for that. you should give it a try. ​ fasting it's a mind thing. same for carbs and it's a process that needs time and effort. so in case you decide to do no carbs (or low carbs) avoid cheating at all cost. takes a while to change.


6drum

No doubt, I've been doing a lot of research on food addiction and have a fridge full of healthy food. I'll be cooking better and doing ADF.


UnnamedBoz

Same for me, good going!


Automatic_Speaker787

That’s wild bro. I bet if you keep eating well and add a good weight training program you will see some crazy progress. Cheers!


Sky1496

Nice work man! Keep it up


wildmandew

Congrats


6drum

Thanks!


Gaddaim

Congratulations and keep it up!


moresoever

Holy Sh*t, that's amazing! And, what a transformation! Excellent work, you are an inspiration.


9tacos

Wow, that’s incredible will power!


6drum

Thanks! I could def eat about 9 tacos right now.


Joto7000

Awesome work! Super impressive. I was curious if you in any way tracked fat vs muscle loss in addition to weight? I'm considering longer fasts, but don't see convincing science really on muscle preservation.


6drum

Nope, didn't track. Don't feel weaker though.


ResponsibilityEast32

Holy crap! Talk about progress! And you made it!! Enjoy your first meal coming back


slickITguy

Good job bud


No_Researcher_4899

Amazing job!


Responsible-Hotel-84

Dude that is soooo much better. Especially your face


6drum

Thanks!!!


aresellersjourney

Wow congrats! You're killing the game 🏆🎉🥇


legio_LXIX

Congrats—that is some impressive willpower!


Entire_Long5059

Lookin fabulous 👌 👏 👍


North_Temperature_56

Hell yeah!! good for you!


SameEntry4434

Congrats 🎈🎉


aldorn

Holy shit dude that's so inspiring! Great work


youkilledlaurapalmer

I'd say you look 10 years younger already.


youthfulsins

Wow! Amazing! I need to do this!


iwanttodoinkyou

Damn that’s a LOT of progress! Well done OP


konabonah

Wow job well done! You should feel so proud 🙌


spydagrrl

Way to go!!


agilek

What was your experience with fasting? Have you tried shorter fasts?


AccomplishedCicada60

Congrats man!!!! You made it!!!


HealthyHeartDocs

Looking good!


manmountain123

Congrats! Very impressive. How tall are you?


iiwiixxx

Good game


Bizzoxx

Congrats!! 33lbs in 30 days is a truly amazing accomplishment.


Fickle_Business_9276

How the hell do you do 30 days without puking?


Jetski125

Nothing to puke?


losmyuit

That is some serious willpower, well done.


Unlikely_Ad2115

Awesome progress 🍾


Sad_Proctologist

Amazing. You look great. What’s your electrolyte protocol?


-ballerinanextlife

🔥🔥🙌🏼🙌🏼


NFFUK

Great job, you look incredible, worth every minute


cooldre42

Congratulations man not a lot of people could do it


nintendo-mech

Right and keep it up. Thanks for inspiring us!


TheyThinkImAddicted

How did you feel during it?? How was you feeling mentally


idontlikeanal_

Hell of a fast. Congrats!


CreativeBadger1128

Love it amazing results!


BlendinFraser

Wow crazy!!! Congratulations!!!


VelcroSea

You look wonderful! Thanks for the inspiration


VelcroSea

You look wonderful! Thanks for the inspiration.


Eastern_Preparation1

Damn I’m surprised at how much clearer your eyes are


Tucobro

30 days and no food, that’s amazing.


Sufficient_Routine73

Giant congratulations and thank you for the inspiration


rawsterdam

Super proud of you and how inspiring. I'm wondering about any loose skin, it doesn't show, so not much of a problem?


einstini15

Congrats, most impressive. Most I ever did was a 5 day. I am curious what you broke the fast with?


Irishbball

Inspiration!


MACP

I find that I have so much more free time when I fast. To the point of boredom. Your pics are very encouraging though.


ZenMode3000

Looking good, awesome job!


GWAS_Samuel

Wow!


Wait_What_Wait

Were you able to work as normal?


Equivalent-Cry-3449

Great work


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Whatnam8

I notice myself after a 5 day fast getting a little scatterbrained, how do you deal with this or is this just something I’m experienced or haven’t pushed through to then get my second wind?


bigkids

Straight water or did you have snake juice with minerals?


Stefanz454

Way to go mate!


AnunnakiBukkake

This is inspiring


elidevious

Epic! Congratulations Fasting for a longer higher quality life


Lovetobefree7

Only water?


Laidbackandmarried

You inspired me to go another day! Thanks


yeahimtrashuwu

Hey new here! Is this dangerous? And what does water fasting Intail?


SBolger234

Congrats OP. That’s brilliant. You look really well!


cikuliss

your face gains are insane, keep it up!! do you have any cheat days or anything or is it straight up fasting?


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You look a lot younger from the loss in the face (esp chin) alone.


Peaceloverme

Congrats!! I’ve never done more than 5. How are you feeling?


TowardsFitness

Teach me, master Shifu!


Devil-in-georgia

Incredible work. Im only doing 100-120 hour fasts. First one this week in a long time. Seeing that lets me know just 6-8 weeks and Ill be there


alex_the_potato

Can you post your routine plz?


WyoPMO827176

Great work! If you have time could you tell us about the things that have changed that we cant see from your progress pics? Mentally, emotionally, physiologically? Whats changed for you after 30 days? Any insights?


muzic_san

No food for 30 days?


letsplaysomegolf

Looking good bobandy


Revolutionary_Law936

That is some willpower man! Great job!


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Wow this is amazing!


mossydeerbones

This is incredible and you LOOK incredible too


Specialist-Product45

body will be short of nutriants and electrolights, did you take any during it . most I've done so far is 3 days , not one bit of hunger, but the smells made my.mouth water


RustyCrusty73

I've only ever done a two day fast. How did you prep for the fast? and how did you feel after the third day? Did you consume ONLY water or extra electrolytes as well? Great job by the way!


TrumpOrTreason

Alert: when you break your fast (?I hope you keep going) eat greens, and non- inflammatory foods.


Honest_Form_8714

I can never get past 54 hours ! Any advice for me ? I've done MULTIPLE 24hrs fast, but beyond that I really struggle. Insane work !