Create a personalized intermittent fasting schedule tailored to your lifestyle, work hours, and health goals
I want to create a personalized fasting schedule that fits my lifestyle and goals. My preferred fasting method is [FASTING_METHOD:select:16:8 (16 hours fast, 8 hours eat),18:6 (18 hours fast, 6 hours eat),20:4 (20 hours fast, 4 hours eat),5:2 (eat normally 5 days, restrict 2 days),OMAD (one meal a day),alternate day fasting,circadian rhythm fasting]. My primary goal for fasting is [GOAL:select:weight loss,metabolic health,mental clarity,longevity and autophagy,blood sugar management,simplifying meal planning,digestive rest]. My typical wake time is [WAKE_TIME] and I usually go to bed around [SLEEP_TIME]. I work [WORK_SCHEDULE:select:traditional 9-5,early shift starting before 7am,late shift or evening work,night shift,remote with flexible hours,variable or rotating schedule,not currently working]. My current experience with fasting is [EXPERIENCE:select:complete beginner,tried before but struggled,moderate experience with some methods,experienced and consistent]. I exercise [EXERCISE_TIMING:select:in the morning before work,during lunch break,in the evening after work,at varying times,rarely or not at all], and I would like guidance on whether to train fasted or fed. Important lifestyle factors include [LIFESTYLE_FACTORS?]. For example, I often have [SOCIAL_EATING:select:work lunches I cannot skip,family dinners that are important to attend,social breakfasts or brunches,minimal social eating obligations,weekend events that vary]. I consume [CAFFEINE:select:coffee in the morning,tea throughout the day,both coffee and tea,no caffeine]. I have the following dietary preferences or restrictions [DIETARY_NOTES?]. Please create a complete weekly fasting schedule that includes my specific eating and fasting windows for each day, when to break my fast and when to stop eating, how to handle weekends or social situations differently if needed, recommendations for what to consume during fasting hours such as water, black coffee, or tea, meal timing suggestions within my eating window, guidance on adjusting exercise around my fasting schedule, tips for managing hunger especially during the adaptation period, and signs that I should modify my approach. Present the schedule in a clear format I can follow immediately, with specific clock times based on my waking hours. Include a brief explanation of why this particular schedule suits my stated goals and lifestyle. Important: Intermittent fasting is not appropriate for everyone. This schedule is for general informational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Please consult a healthcare provider before starting any fasting regimen, especially if you have diabetes, a history of eating disorders, are pregnant or breastfeeding, take medications that require food, or have any underlying health conditions. Listen to your body and discontinue if you experience concerning symptoms.
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Get Early AccessIntermittent fasting works when the schedule fits your day. A plan that ignores your wake time, work hours, and social commitments falls apart by week two.
This Fasting Schedule Generator prompt builds a personalized fasting routine around your actual life. Choose your [FASTING_METHOD] from options like 16:8, 18:6, 5:2, or OMAD, then set your [GOAL] to fat loss, metabolic health, or mental clarity. The AI maps your eating and fasting windows around your daily schedule so meals land when you're actually available to eat. It factors in your workout timing to make sure you fuel exercise properly and accounts for social eating patterns so weekend dinners don't wreck your routine.
If you're new to fasting, set [EXPERIENCE] to beginner for a gentler ramp-up plan. Pair your fasting schedule with a diet plan generator to fill your eating windows with the right foods, or use a macro calculator to hit your nutrient targets in fewer meals. Try it in the Dock Editor to adjust your schedule as your routine changes.
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Select your [FASTING_METHOD]: 16:8 (16 hours fasting, 8 hours eating) is the most popular starting point. More advanced options include 18:6, 20:4, 5:2 (two low-calorie days per week), and OMAD (one meal a day). Match it to your [EXPERIENCE] level.
Enter your [WAKE_TIME], [SLEEP_TIME], and [WORK_SCHEDULE] so the AI places your eating window where it actually fits. Add your [EXERCISE_TIMING] and any [SOCIAL_EATING] commitments like regular dinners out or family meal times.
The AI builds a day-by-day fasting schedule with specific eating and fasting windows. Check that the timing works for your first week, especially around workouts and social events. Adjust as needed until the rhythm feels sustainable.
People trying intermittent fasting for the first time who need a structured start. Set [EXPERIENCE] to beginner and [FASTING_METHOD] to 16:8 for the easiest transition. The AI builds in a gradual ramp-up so you don't jump straight into long fasts.
People with non-standard or rotating schedules who can't follow typical fasting windows. Enter your [WORK_SCHEDULE] and the AI adjusts eating windows to match your shifts. Night workers get different timing than 9-to-5 workers.
People who need to time meals around training sessions. Set [EXERCISE_TIMING] to your workout window and the AI places your eating period to support pre- and post-workout nutrition. Choose a wider eating window like 16:8 for heavy training days.
People who fast during the week but have regular dinners, brunches, or family meals on weekends. The [SOCIAL_EATING] field lets you flag these commitments so the AI adjusts your weekend schedule without breaking the overall pattern.
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