Hey /fit/,
I was thinking of doing something known as water fasting to lose some fat fast and I was thinking of doing this on Monday - Friday ( zero calories consumed on these days ) and on the weekends I would do a ketogenic diet at a calorie deficit.
Theoretically I would burn a lot of my body-fat reserves doing this method granted that I have the willpower to stick to it.
Here's more information about water fasting:
http://www.leanhigh.com/weight-loss/challenge/water-fasting-weight-loss-challenge-flushing-body-fat-away
Has anyone done this before and have any feedback?
>>42329819
FastingAnon here. I've helped a bunch of people lose weight with fasting.
The caveat however is that fasting should not be used by anyone who wants to lose weight, and is only necessary in certain circumstances. Beyond those instances then dietary choices can give you the benefits of the fast.
Only obese individuals should fast for extended periods of time. If you're simply overweight then I wouldn't suggest it.
In addition to the overweight are those suffering from metabolic syndrome related to insulin resistance. Telltale signs of insulin resistance are of course elevated blood glucose, elevated blood pressure, and high levels of visceral fat.
Unless you meet those qualifications you'll do just fine with a shortened eating window like 16:8 and following a leangains style approach to your diet.