Views on 5-2

I need to cut. I get the best results when I have very little room for maneuver so considering 5-2 fasting as it's really bloody simple and very difficult to get wrong. Welcome views from anyone who has tried 5-2 and how it went.l, good bad or otherwise.l, how was progress/ ahderence/ overcompensation on non fasting days/ recovery/ energy levels etc.

Currently 5'8" 170lbs. Squat/bench/deadlift/ohp 4/3/2/1 plates for 5 reps, respectively. So have a decent amount of strength/muscle to sacrifice if needs be.

Only really interested in inputs from those who have actually tried it.

Thanks