Eat Stop Eat?

TateFTW

Hi, everyone, I have a question about ESE, hope someone can answer it. I just started back on a weight loss program which I abandond a few months ago because it was progressing so slowly that I felt discouraged. I need to lose about 50 lbs. I restrict and track my calories and walk/run on the treadmill. Is it absolutely necessary for me to lift weights when I do ESE? SInce I have so much weight to lose, I think it would be a good way to jump start and maybe I don't need the weights. I do have free weights and a bench, so if you think it's required, how much is enough? Thanks.

Evidently resistance training is considered very important on the ESE program, but the benefits of intermittent fasting are there with or without weight lifting. I think EVERYONE should do resistance training because there are so many benefits, but you'll still benefit from IF without it.

I mostly look at IF as a way of creating a deficit without being hungry all the time, which was the case when I ate throughout the day.

glennora

Thanks for the quick reply! I think I'm going to do little bit of weights, today, just to see. I haven't really looked into weight training, so I have some research to do, but I can do a few exercises to work my arms and legs.
Thanks again!

TateFTW

Thanks for the quick reply! I think I'm going to do little bit of weights, today, just to see. I haven't really looked into weight training, so I have some research to do, but I can do a few exercises to work my arms and legs.
Thanks again!

Squats and lunges for legs.
Bench press and chair dips for triceps and chest.
overhead press and upright rows for shoulders.
bent over rows for back.

If you are new to lifting, these are ALL of the exercises you need. Choose one from each group and do 5 sets of 10 reps, starting easy and working up to a weight that is fairly hard. Do this 3 times a week, and try to add weight every new week. As you become more experienced, do some research and start adding in new movements. People over-complicate weight training.

glennora

Thanks again, this helps alot and does not overwhelm! I appreciate it, I wasn't sure where to start.

TateFTW

Any time. Like I said, people think too much about lifting. It's because of those darn fitness mags. They keep coming out with workout after workout every month, always telling you why this workout will "shred that gut" or "lift that butt". They only do it because it makes people read.

Sporty98

Well, my second fast for the week went well! Yay!

My daughter had a doctor's appt. today, so we were away at the 24 hour mark.....That was cool! So, I wasn't watching the clock waiting for the minute that I could eat. I ate very clean and healthy, and slowly! BUT then I made some Orea truffles for Christmas gifts.....and I did nibble on them the whole time I was cooking! Grrrrr!

Well, my husband wants to start the intermittent fasting diet with me.....tomorrow! So, I'm going to do my 3rd fast for the week starting tomorrow afternoon. That will give me a chance to redeem myself! NO TRUFFLES TOMORROW!

[Lesson?......No baking or cooking goodies immediately following a fast!]

SkierElle

Good job on the 2nd fast!!

I just started mine today. 1 hour in! lol. I'm not usually one for watching the clock unless i have nothing to do.
Ive baked while fasting and somehow it's easier for me to not try any of what I'm making at all than just have a taste. I'll have my friends taste it to see if it's good. Haha!

It will be great doing it with your husband... more support! good luck to ya.

Fasting today and Monday, then I'm taking a little break when I'm in California. I'll just stick to Paleo eating for the most part... and plan for success!

hpsnickers1

I have just done a quick google search regarding this. Couldn't find one negative comment (some of the results said Eat Stop Eat Scam Exposed but when I looked it was a good review).

I am definitely going to try this.

hpsnickers1

Hi, everyone, I have a question about ESE, hope someone can answer it. I just started back on a weight loss program which I abandond a few months ago because it was progressing so slowly that I felt discouraged. I need to lose about 50 lbs. I restrict and track my calories and walk/run on the treadmill. Is it absolutely necessary for me to lift weights when I do ESE? SInce I have so much weight to lose, I think it would be a good way to jump start and maybe I don't need the weights. I do have free weights and a bench, so if you think it's required, how much is enough? Thanks.

The more lean muscle mass you have to more calories your body burns.

sara_xo

Eat stop eat isn't intended to be a fast for longer than 24 hours..

If you haven't read these;

www.leangains.com
www.eatstopeat.com

the fasting period is for 18 -20 hours with 6 - 4 hours of feeding time..

it's hard if you're a binger.. it can trigger one..

I found the best one that worked for me would be fasting from 9pm - 5pm and then feeding from 5pm - 9pm.

Works wonders if you stick to it.

FemininGuns

bump ---> possible future faster

msamcoates

I have a question .... Do/did any of you all get hunger headache's? If so, how did you deal with it while fasting? I'm interested in trying this but I'm nervous because of the headaches. I get them quite often if I go too long without eating. Thanks