Fasting does not mean spending a week on a sun lounger. With fasting and hiking you combine going without solid food, or a light diet, with daily walks in nature. Many find it easier than fasting at rest. Here you find out how it works and who it suits.
- Fasting and hiking combines fasting with daily walks at a moderate pace.
- Movement in the fresh air distracts from hunger and lifts the mood.
- Not competitive sport: it is about steady walking, not summits.
What fasting and hiking is
With fasting and hiking you fast, often following Buchinger with broth, juices and tea, and go hiking for a few hours every day. The pace is moderate and the routes are manageable. It is not about performance but about staying in motion.
Many houses do not offer dedicated fasting-hiking weeks, but fasting or Mayr cures with daily guided walks or trails right from the door. It comes to the same thing.
Why movement helps when fasting
Sitting around while fasting often means thinking about food. Movement in the fresh air distracts, gets the circulation going and lifts many people's mood. Add the feeling of having achieved something, entirely without calories.
- Distraction from hunger
- Circulation and digestion get going
- Better sleep in the evening
- Nature and calm as part of the cure
If you keep moving while fasting, you think less about food.
What to keep in mind
Start slowly. In the first days of fasting the body is often weaker than usual, so shorter routes are better. Drink plenty and take breaks. If you feel dizzy or unwell: stop and tell someone.
Fasting and hiking is not suitable during pregnancy, with eating disorders or with certain illnesses. Anyone with heart or circulation problems should clarify with a doctor beforehand how much movement is good.
Who fasting and hiking suits
Anyone who does not want to sit still while fasting. Nature lovers who enjoy mountains or forests. And anyone worried about getting bored on their first fast.
Frequently asked questions
How far do you walk each day?
Usually a few hours at a moderate pace. The exact distance depends on the house, the terrain and your fitness.
Do I need to be fit?
Basic fitness helps; you do not need to be an athlete. Good houses adapt the walks to the group.
Does fasting and hiking work with Mayr or alkaline fasting?
Yes. With light food it is even easier, because the body has more energy.
Luxly does not provide medical advice. Whether a programme suits you is something to discuss with the house's medical team or your own doctor.
