I find the weekly logging on here a useful discipline, I'd never bother recording my weight so methodically otherwise.
Pleased to say that I'm below 79kg (just) for the first time in over two years. Slow and steady on the tiller of the good ship 5:2 intermittent fasting seems to work for me. This year I've been doing two fasting days back-to-back, as opposed to spreading them through the week as in previous years. So far, so good. Waist circumference coming down steadily too, now below the 94cm "danger zone" (according to NHS). This latter is what I need to keep working on if I want to stay healthier in my fifth decade.
Coincidentally it's been over two years since I rode an audax. Still cycle for utility (no car so this is essential) and the odd leisure ride. Hope to do some longer rides this summer, maybe an audax too if I'm feeling fit enough. I have taken up hill walking again over the past year, and find it very rewarding and enjoyable. Only snag is it requires nearly as much time as audaxing, though less equipment needed and I go places where it would be difficult to ride a bike. Tending my allotment plot also provides a good workout on a regular basis.
Overall I'm much encouraged this year regarding weight loss strategies, after a couple of years where it all seemed to be going wrong. I even drink a few beers and some wine or whisky now and again. Perhaps without these indulgences my weight loss would have been faster, but at least I can relax a little and enjoy life somewhat. Fasting days provide a necessary corrective.
Spring is finally here, so there's much to be positive about. Onward!