What is 36-Hour Extended Fast?
A 36-hour fast typically means eating dinner one day, fasting the entire next day, and breaking your fast with breakfast the day after. This extended fast maximizes cellular repair and metabolic benefits.
How It Works
At 36 hours, autophagy is in full effect. Your body is deeply into ketosis, burning fat efficiently. This extended fast provides profound metabolic reset and is typically done once per week or less.
Benefits
Enhanced Fat Burning
Your body shifts to burning stored fat for energy during the fasting window.
Mental Clarity
Many people report improved focus and cognitive function while fasting.
Stable Energy
Avoid energy crashes by training your body to use fat for fuel.
Cellular Renewal
Extended fasting triggers autophagy, your body's natural cellular cleanup process.
Who Should Try This?
Advanced fasters only, those with specific health optimization goals, people experienced with 24-hour fasts, and individuals under medical supervision for therapeutic fasting.
⚠️ Important
Consult with a healthcare provider before starting any fasting protocol, especially if you have diabetes, are pregnant, or have a history of eating disorders.
Sample Schedule
Sunday 7 PM: Finish dinner → Monday: Full fast day → Tuesday 7 AM: Break fast with breakfast. Always reintroduce food gently.
Tips for Success
💡 Tips for Success
- Stay hydrated! Drink plenty of water, black coffee, or unsweetened tea during your fast.
- Start gradually. If 16:8 feels too hard, begin with 12:12 and work your way up.
- Break your fast with nutritious foods, not junk food. Your body deserves quality fuel.
- Listen to your body. If you feel unwell, it's okay to break your fast early.
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