Day 40 of my 40 Day Water Only Fast is complete! Since you have shared this journey with me from the start, I would like to share some of my rewards.
First, a nice healthy glass of fresh squeezed OJ. It’s been so long since I have enjoyed anything that remotely tastes good in my mouth, this might as well be a Michelin meal. Cheers!
Second, a scale that said 214 lbs. this morning. 40 days ago after a big night out celebrating my 54th birthday, I weighed in at 270.8. In total, I lost 56.8 lbs during my fast.
Third, all visceral far from my upper stomach is gone. This was my #1 objective. Additionally, I lost 5 inches from my chest and stomach region, and 4 inches from my waisteline. Gotta go clothes shopping!
Thank you to this group for being so supportive. It meant a lot to me to have friends and family cheering me on, even if at times you were a little worried for me. I am fully aware how extreme this choice was.
I want to especially thank two people. My wife Lori Lochtefeld, who willingly put up with a very boring spouse for forty days. She helped me get through this incredible journey providing unconditional love and support. And finally, Christopher Kidawski. This was your original idea, and you were with me every step of the way. I cannot thank you enough for all the incredible wisdom and strategic support that you gave me on a daily basis.
