21-Day Water Fast

On May 1, 2024 I was inspired to do a 21-Day water fast. My initial reasoning for doing the fast was because I wanted to lose the fat in my gut and I didn't know of any other way to do it in a short amount of time. As you can see from the images, I lost 30 lbs and got the results I was looking for in my mid section. My diet consisted of drinking 1/2 gallon of tap water every day and zero food consumption. I worked out every single day for at least one hour and had more than enough energy to do so.

The most challenging thing I experienced during the 21-Day water fast was the anxiety of thinking about all the hours, days and weeks that were left in the fast. My body itself was perfectly fine and was sustained by drinking a glass of water anytime I felt hungry. Since I wasn't eating any food, I noticed a lot more time on my hands because I was no longer doing any grocery shopping, cooking, preparing or eating. This gave my the freedom to focus more on my passion and purpose in life and the legacy I would leave behind. Even more so since I had zero experience in fasting for even one day, let alone 21, and wasn't sure what the outcome would be.

*Disclaimer

Doing a 21-Day Water Fast requires a great deal of faith, courage, wisdom and self-discipline, which I personally have developed through trial and error by doing many other extreme challenges like running the NYC Marathon (2X) with very minimal training, working out for 365 days in a row, going 365 days on a no meat/sugar diet, all without the consultation of any trained professionals. I do not recommend that anyone follow in my footsteps, I am merely sharing my personal experience on what has worked for me.

After completing the 21-Day water fast in 2024, I honestly felt as though I could've gone 30 days, but I had completed the amount of time I said I would commit to and I stopped there. On the last day of my fast, I made a smorgasbord of foods that I would indulge in as soon as I woke up the next day. I had at least 7 different dishes on my plate, and it had no negative effects on my body. Again, I must emphasize that my first 21-Day water fast was merely a test of whether or not I could do it.

On April 1, 2025, I'll be embarking on my second 21-Day water fast, which will be far more purposeful than the first, as my reasoning for doing the fast has changed. Without a good reason, fasting may seem like a daunting task or a burden. I believe soul searching is required before entertaining the idea of doing a fast on any level in order for it to be most effective. My reasoning for doing another 21-Day water fast is to bring my entire existence to it's higher self (mind, body and soul), as a permanent lifestyle.

That means permanently eliminating unfruitful/unhealthy thoughts, behaviors, habits, foods, people, relationships and practices from my life. Below are 21 practices I used during my 21-Day water fast, which I highly encourage others to consider.

21 Practices I Used During My 21-Day Water Fast

Prayer-Pray The Lord's Prayer upon waking up in the morning
Spiritual Growth-Devote at least 15 minutes to Bible study
Physical Growth-Devote at least one hour to exercise
Emotional Growth-Identify and release all negative habits, patterns and behaviors
Financial Growth-Refrain from spending money on non-essential things
Meditation-Devote at least 15 minutes to quiet and stillness
Journaling-Devote at least 15 minutes to documenting your thoughts
Affirmation-Create a 1-2 sentence affirmation and say it out loud 6X
Hydration-Drink at least 1/2 gallon of regular water
Detoxing-Refrain from any and all food consumption for a pre-determined period of time
Visioning-Create a vision board for the next 12 months for your life/business
Masterminding-Share your vision for your business/collaborate with a like-minded individual
Boundaries-Prioritize your morals, values, principles, standards and beliefs
Community-Share your values and build with individuals who are in alignment
Nature-Take a walk in the park and connect with nature
Time Management-Invest time on people, places and things that align with your vision
Sobriety-Refrain from drug and alcohol usage
Abstinence-Refrain from sexual activity
Self Discipline-Honor and stay true to your commitment
Leadership-Inspire the people who normally depend on you to share responsibility
Transformation-Make your newfound daily practice a lifestyle

On April 1, 2025, I will be doing my second 21-day water fast and would love to have your support. Let's build a community of men and women who are committed to becoming the best version of themselves. Find your level of experience and comment below how many days you are committed to doing a water fast in the next 21 days.

Experience Level

Beginner 1-7 Days

Intermediate 7-10 Days

Advanced 10-21 Days

Expert 21+ Days

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