Okay, so you wanna hear about my Dana White fast? Buckle up, it’s a wild ride.
The Hook: I saw Dana White talking about this “fast” he does, and how it basically reset his whole system. Dude looked and sounded great, and I’m always game for trying new stuff, especially if it promises a bit of a health kick.
The Research (Sort Of): So, I did the bare minimum of research. Basically, I googled “Dana White fast” and found a bunch of articles saying it’s a modified version of the Prodietix diet. From what I gathered, it’s basically a super low-calorie, high-protein thing that’s supposed to put you into ketosis and help you lose weight fast.
Pre-Fast Prep: To be honest, my prep was basically “eat everything I can right now.” I knew it was gonna be tough, so I figured I’d load up on all the good stuff. Big mistake, probably should have tapered down a bit.
Day 1: The Struggle is Real: First day was brutal. The diet I found suggested only having a shake in the morning, protein bars for lunch and dinner. I was starving by noon. Seriously, my stomach was growling like a wild animal. I drank a ton of water and tried to distract myself, but it was rough. I did manage to make it through the day though.
Day 2-3: Ketosis Kicks In (Maybe?): These days were weird. The hunger wasn’t quite as bad, but I felt super sluggish and tired. I read that’s a sign you’re entering ketosis, but who knows. My breath also started to smell kinda funky, which I also heard was a ketosis thing. I just kept chugging water and trying to power through. I cheated a little by adding some green vegetables to my shakes, just for some vitamins and stuff.
Day 4-5: Feeling… Different: I started to feel a bit better. Still not full of energy, but definitely not as sluggish as before. I think my body was finally getting used to the low-calorie thing. The cravings were still there, but manageable. I even managed to do a light workout without feeling like I was going to pass out.
Day 6-7: The Home Stretch: The last couple of days were actually pretty easy. I think my stomach had shrunk or something, because I wasn’t even that hungry anymore. I was definitely looking forward to eating a real meal though.
The Aftermath: So, did I feel like Dana White after? Nah, not really. I did lose a few pounds, maybe 5-6? But the biggest thing was that I felt like I had reset my eating habits a little bit. I was definitely more mindful of what I was putting into my body, and I wasn’t craving junk food as much.
Would I Do It Again?: Honestly, probably not. It was way too restrictive for me. I’m all about moderation and balance, and this was definitely not that. But, I’m glad I tried it. It gave me a new appreciation for food and a reminder to be more conscious of what I’m eating.
Lessons Learned:
- Don’t go into a fast without a proper plan.
- Listen to your body. If you’re feeling like crap, don’t push it too hard.
- This kind of drastic diet is probably not sustainable long-term.
Final Thoughts: This whole Dana White fast thing was a bit of a rollercoaster. I lost some weight, learned a few things, and realized I prefer eating real food. Would I recommend it? Maybe, if you’re looking for a quick reset and you’re prepared to suffer a little. But for me, it’s back to the balanced life.
