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The 5:2
Fasting Plan

Eat normally five days a week. Fast on two with just 800 kcal of meal replacements — the simplest way to lose weight, no daily diet to think about.

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The 5:2 Fasting Plan at a glance

Less often. Still effective.

2 days

Fasting days a week

Pick any two days — most people choose non-consecutive days like Monday and Thursday.

800 kcal

On a fasting day

The lowest safe allowance — enough to keep you going, low enough to drive weight loss.

4×

Meal replacements

Four Shake That Weight products carry your whole fasting day — no cooking, no calorie counting.

20+

Vitamins & minerals

Every shake, bar and soup carries 20+ vitamins and minerals — hard to hit on your own at 800 kcal.

The whole idea

Two days on. Five days off.

Eat regular, healthy food for five days a week. On any two days — ideally not back-to-back — you fast on around 800 kcal of Shake That Weight meal replacements. That's the entire plan.

5 days  Eat normally 2 days  Fasting · 800 kcal Swipe
Fasting Monday 800 kcal 4 meal replacements
Normal Tuesday Dinner idea Grilled chicken & salad
Normal Wednesday Dinner idea Salmon & roasted veg
Fasting Thursday 800 kcal 4 meal replacements
Normal Friday Dinner idea Chicken
fajitas
Normal Saturday Dinner idea Homemade burgers
Normal Sunday Dinner idea Sunday roast dinner
Fast on any two days that suit you — Monday & Thursday is the classic split.
What a fasting day looks like

800 kcal,
done for you.

On a fasting day you don't cook or count — four Shake That Weight meal replacements cover breakfast, lunch, a snack and dinner. Each is nutritionally balanced, so you get the vitamins and minerals that are hard to hit on your own at 800 kcal.

UK Medical Device Certified

On a fasting day

  • 4× Shake That Weight mealsAny mix of shakes, bars, soups or breakfasts — around 800 kcal in total.
  • Breakfast, lunch, snack & dinnerSpread across the day so you're never left hungry.
  • 2 litres of fluidWater, tea, coffee, herbal teas or sugar-free squash all count.
  • 150ml skimmed milkSet aside for your teas and coffees through the day.
  • Light exercise onlyA gentle walk is plenty — save the hard sessions for normal days.
An example fasting day

Four meals, no cooking, 800 kcal.

Here's how one fasting day can look — pancakes to start, a shake for lunch, a bar in the afternoon and a second shake for dinner. Every one is a complete meal carrying 20+ vitamins and minerals, so you hit your nutrients without weighing or counting a thing.

01 Breakfast 02 Lunch 03 Afternoon 04 Dinner
Breakfast · pancakes

Start with warm Maple Pancakes.

Just add water and microwave — a fluffy stack of pancakes with a maple flavour, and a proper meal to open your fasting day. Complete with 20+ vitamins and minerals, no cooking skills required.

210
kcal
15g
Protein
20+
Vits & mins
Shop breakfast → Or swap for porridge, muesli or a breakfast bar
Lunch · meal shake

A smooth Vanilla Meal Shake.

Blended with cold skimmed or unsweetened soya milk in 30 seconds — creamy, classic vanilla and a complete meal shake with 20+ vitamins and minerals. The easy mid-day option, no prep at all.

204
kcal
20g
Protein
20+
Vits & mins
Shop shakes → Or pick a savoury soup, pasta pot or ready meal
Afternoon · meal bar

A Cookie Crunch
Meal Bar.

Crunchy, chocolatey and grab-and-go — just unwrap it. Every meal bar is a complete meal in itself, packing 20+ vitamins and minerals into one bar to carry you through the afternoon.

201
kcal
14g
Protein
20+
Vits & mins
Shop bars → Or another meal bar, a soup or a shake
Dinner · meal shake

Finish with a Cherry Bakewell Meal Shake.

Best mixed with skimmed or unsweetened soya milk — a sweet, almondy cherry flavour to close a fasting day like a dessert. Having a shake at more than one meal is completely fine; every one is a full, balanced meal.

205
kcal
20g
Protein
20+
Vits & mins
Shop shakes → Or a savoury meal if you'd rather end on something warm
Or build your own bundle

Pick the meals you'll actually look forward to.

All chocolate shakes? A soup for every lunch? Our builder lets you choose exactly what lands in your two fasting days — and tells you the moment your 8 replacements for the week are sorted.

1 Pick your length — 2, 4 or 8 weeks
2 Choose 8 meal replacements per week from 80+ options
3 Set your two fasting days — then checkout
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Pricing

The longer you commit, the more you save.

Pay in full, or split into 4x interest-free payments with Clearpay.

2 Week Bundle

16 meal replacements

£27.36£28.80
Save £1.44 5% OFF

From £6.84 per fasting day

  • 16 meal replacements (8/week)
  • Free MyJurnee app & courses
  • Earn Shake Club loyalty points
  • Free UK delivery
Choose 2 weeks
Clearpay £6.84 interest-free

8 Week Bundle

64 meal replacements

£97.92£115.20
Save £17.28 15% OFF

From £6.12 per fasting day

  • 64 meal replacements (8/week)
  • Free MyJurnee app & courses
  • Earn Shake Club loyalty points
  • Free UK delivery
Choose 8 weeks
Clearpay £24.48 interest-free
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Why it's easier to stick to
Willpower is easier when it's only two days, not every day.
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M MyJurnee · the Shake That Weight app

Two days a week. One simple app.

Log your fasting days, watch the trend line settle, and lean on the community for the moments willpower dips. MyJurnee keeps the whole routine effortless.

  • Weight tracker — smooths daily noise so you see the trend
  • Habit nudges & daily streaks
  • Expert-led courses for the maintenance years
  • 62,000-member Facebook community
  • One-tap reorder of your favourites
Your journey, mapped

5:2 is one way in. Here's the whole journey.

The 5:2 plan is a gentle, flexible start. Many people move to a daily plan when they want faster results — and stay with us long after the scales have done their thing, because the habits stick.

Rapid start

Fast every day

Want the quickest early results? The Total Plan is four replacements a day, every day, with light exercise only — for up to three weeks.

Total Plan · 800 kcal
You are here

Fast two days

800 kcal on any two days a week, eating normally the other five. The simplest, most flexible way to start losing weight.

5:2 Plan · 2 fast days
Step up

Go daily

Ready for faster, steadier loss? The Everyday Plan runs every day — two replacements, a meal you cook and a snack.

Everyday · 1,000 kcal
Beyond goal

Maintain for life

One replacement a day to anchor the routine. The Shake Club, the community, and the recipes keep you steady.

Maintenance

On a GLP-1 weight-loss injection (Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro)? See our dedicated Medication Support Plan →

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500,000+ customers.  Real 5:2 results.

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How does the 5:2 Fasting Plan work?
You eat regular, healthy food for 5 days a week and fast on the remaining 2 days using Shake That Weight meal replacements — around 800 kcal from 4 products on each fasting day. It works by cutting your intake well below normal on those two days. The catch: it only works if you don’t over-eat on your five normal days.
What is the minimum calorie intake I can have?
You should have at least 800 kcal a day. Diets containing less than 800 kcal should only ever be followed on the advice of a doctor, for a short period, and with supervision from a health professional.
Is consuming 800 kcal a day safe?
For most healthy adults, yes. Plenty of studies have now looked at ~800 kcal eating plans with promising results — particularly for weight management in people with type 2 diabetes, where losing weight more quickly may help put it into remission. As always, check with your GP first if you have a medical condition.
How long can I follow this plan for?
We recommend following the 5:2 Intermittent Fasting Plan for a maximum of eight weeks, then switching to a plan with slightly more calories — such as the Everyday Plan.
Can I exercise on this plan?
Only light exercise is recommended. If you want to train regularly, take a look at the Active Plan instead. If you feel weak or have over-done it, simply have another Shake That Weight meal product.
How much weight will I lose?
It varies by gender, size, how much you have to lose and how active you are. Most health professionals recommend losing up to 1 kg (2 lb) a week. Intermittent fasting can encourage more rapid loss than traditional diets, though because it’s only two days a week it may not match our daily plans overall.
Do I have to subscribe?
No. Buy a one-off bundle, or subscribe every 2 or 4 weeks for an extra discount. Pause or cancel anytime from your account.
Can I drink alcohol?
Alcohol isn’t advised. It’s empty calories and doesn’t count toward your daily fluid intake. A small drink occasionally is acceptable — just be aware it will affect you more on a fasting day.
What can I drink?
It’s important to stay hydrated — as a guide, around 2 litres a day for women and 2.5 for men. All fluids except alcohol count: water, tea, coffee, herbal teas and sugar-free squash or soft drinks. Each meal shake also provides about 250ml of fluid, and the plan includes 150ml skimmed milk a day for teas and coffees.
Are there any side effects?
A low-calorie day is a big change, so on fasting days you may notice headaches, tiredness or feeling cold at first. These usually ease after a short time. Take standard headache medication if needed, keep your fluids up, and if anything persists, speak to your doctor.
Is the 5:2 Plan suitable for everyone?
No. It’s not suitable for anyone under 18, pregnant or breastfeeding, or with a BMI below 25. If you have a medical condition — such as type 2 diabetes — or take medication, please check with your GP before starting.
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Two days a week. That's all it takes.

From £6.24 per fasting day, with free UK delivery on orders over £65. No consultant, no contract, cancel anytime.

Important information before you start

If you have any medical conditions — type 2 diabetes, thyroid conditions, high blood pressure — or are taking medication, please speak to your GP before starting any weight-loss plan. We can provide a letter for your appointment on request.

The 5:2 Fasting Plan is not suitable for anyone under 18, pregnant or breastfeeding, or with a BMI below 25. It should be followed for a maximum of eight weeks, then step up to a plan with a few more calories — and diets below 800 kcal should only be followed under medical supervision. Always read product labels for full ingredients and allergens. Last clinically reviewed by Dr Helen Pearson, RD on 14 May 2026.