The big Eat Stop Eat Mistake…
I loved the entire process of researching and writing Eat Stop Eat.
Every single minute of it.
However, There is one thing I would change…
I would have never called it “fasting” in any way, shape or form.
I would have called it “Occasional Breaks from Eating”.
Obviously, fasting is the correct term, but personally, I think this is a much better description of Eat Stop Eat.
People still think that Eat Stop Eat has something to do with prolonged ’starving’ or fasting for weeks on end.
Nothing could be farther from the truth.
Occasional Breaks from Eating (or for some people, occasional breaks from feasting), combined with a little bit of self-awareness trying to figure out which habits and cues unconsciously drive you to eat..that’s what Eat Stop Eat is all about.
Freedom, Flexibility, eating less and a little bit of self-discovery.
We all need to take a break every once in a while, whether its work, working out or eating.
BP
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The Big Mistake About Eat Stop Eat ……
Brad Pilon Blog – I loved the entire process of researching and writing Eat Stop Eat. Every single minute of it. However, There is one thing I would change I would have never called it “fasting” in any way, shape or form….
I used to say “I’m fasting today.”
Now I say “I’m not eating until dinner today.”
For some reason the second goes over much better with people.
I also agree. When I tell people I’m fasting, they’ll ask if I’m Muslim or for what purpose. When I tell them weight loss, they call me anorexic. Fasting is the only thing that I’ve been able to stay consistent with and that’s gotten me results. My abs will be popping in about 2 months and it’s thanks to Eat Stop Eat and a sensible diet.
What about:
intermittent fasting
short term fasting
I don’t think “occasional breaks from eating” has the right ring to it. Maybe “regular breaks from eating” ?
Personally I think a 24 hour fast is still fasting. Way too long for my liking
(well I am getting my results with daily 15 hour fasts (just skip breakfast) so I admit I’ve never done the 24 hour thing).
@Wazzup
What have your results been with your 15 hour fasts? So far all of mine have been 24 hour fasts but I was thinking of scaling it back just a little. I began a fast last night at 6pm and would normally go until 6pm tonight. But, I’m thinking of stopping at 3pm today because I can already feel how intensely hungry I am right now (it’s 9am now my time). I don’t want to be insanely ravenous by 6pm tonight.
Nice description…
It’s true ‘fasting’ has a little bit of a negative vibe to it. Whenever the topic comes up, people sometimes think I’m doing it for charity or I’ve turned monk. If they only knew the true benefits…
Dave
Hi Brad. I have this question for you. I´ve heard a lot about human growth hormone, and how this hormone can make a person grow taller, you´ll see, I want to grow taller. I want to increase my height. I am 22 years old. Is this possible to increase my height following ESE because of the benefits that come from fasting in the increase of HGH production??
Hi Neil,
My understanding is that it only works in children whom have stunted growth. I think at 22 your pretty much at the height your gonna be.
B
Remember that feeling of “hunger” you get has nothing to do with your body needing the food, it’s all in your’ head. Don’t be a slave to your food like most people are. (im guilty of it also, but at least im getting better)
I certainly agree with you Brad, the eat stop eat method doesn’t really mean that you’re “fasting” , it won’t do any good to eat more than what you should be eating in between meals. This is a must-read. I will definitely spread the word to my friends and family.