100 day Challenge #24 August 23.25 – November 30.25

100 day Challenge #24 (my 4rd) - 8/23/25 - 11/30/25
Frank, age 76, 6 ft 1 in — HW: 330 (7/10/20), CW: 260.8, UGW: 220
yearly gain/loss: y1 ↓87; y2 ↓17; y3 ↑17; y4 ↑15; y5 ↓3; y6 ↑6; goal: ↓41
Challenge SW: 260.0, CW: 260.8, GW: 242
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Week 1 : ↑ 1.7 ❌
Week 2 : ↑ 0.8 ❌
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Day 15—09/06 — 260.2 : ↓ 0.0✅
Day 16—09/07 — 260.4 : ↑ 0.2⬆️
Day 17—09/08 — 260.3 : ↓ 0.1✅
Day 18—09/09 — 261.3 : ↑ 1.0❌
Day 19—09/10 — 259.8 : ↓ 1.5✅
Day 20—09/11 — 260.8 : ↑ 1.0❌
Day 21—09/12 —
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Week 3 start weight: 260.2
Week 3 Goal: 253.9
Week 3 actual weight:

@dawnbgethealthy Safe travels, Dawn!

@age_is_just_a_number @crochetluvr

Thanks for the encouragement. I'm trying to keep that sense of perspective too.

Years ago I worked for a power company. When people asked, "Why is my power bill so high?" I sometimes had to bite my tongue so as not to reply "News flash. Because you used that much."

Usually when we talked it over, they would realise some reason for it, like guests over the holidays, or they'd put in a new AC system - but now they were cooling the whole house instead of just the main room. And yes, a lot more appliances than they realised - all sucking up voltage.

Many decided to got on a set price plan, paying say $100 a month all year, instead of high bills in one season, low in others. But they still owed money after 12 months. How come?

Because initially when they got that Big Bill, they sprang into action. Super vigilant about turning off lights when leaving the room, donning or removing a sweater instead of adjusting the thermostat (already set for maximum efficiency) turning off appliances and computers when not in use, not just shutting down the screen, but off at the wall etc. Down goes the power bill! Success!

But once they were on that set amount, they gradually stopped paying attention and began reverting to old habits. They didn't consciously say to themselves, I'll leave the AC on while I'm out so it will be cool inside when I get back. It doesn't matter because it all costs the same - but that's what was happening. They were back to using the old amount of power again, while still thinking they were only using $100 worth a month.

That's what been happening with me maintenance wise, since I stopped tracking, I've been less conscious about those little habits. The little lick of the peanut butter off the knife when making my gk a sandwich, that whole muffin at church after service, instead of asking if someone else would like to go halves, that "oh I can't be bothered cooking tonight, let's just order pizza" ……All coming a bit more often than they should, once I took a good look and was really honest with myself.

Exactly the way I gained 70 pounds in the first place! (over 10 years) And then quite a few years of yoyo dieting, before I eventually realised that:

1. Slow and steady, with moderation in all in things food and exercise, is better than feast or famine, from couch potato to 5k back to couch potato - all within 3 months! 40 pounds lost in a month diets are for suckers.
2. Paying attention is absolutely necessary, and tracking helps me maintain that attention. I'm not going to obsess over it - record a handful of fresh herbs in the soup? A cup of black coffee? the Communion wafer? Don't think so. But be honest about the amount of mayo in that salad. And that fresh adds up, when you have several pieces a day. I may have occasional blowouts - family wedding coming up! - but less of "oh just this little bit won't matter this once."

Jumping in a little bit late, but From April 23 to July 24 (think those dates are right) I lost over 70 lbs and got down to 134. I stayed that weight for a good 10 months, but recently the number on the scale is slowly creeping up again - up to 143! Yikes! Let's see if I can drop those 9 unwanted extra pounds in the remaining 80 days!

Day 20—09/11— 143 lb.

Day 21—09/12— 143 lb.

Week 3 Start Weight: 143

Week 3 Goal: Just don't gain any more!

Week 3 Actual Weight: Only 24 hours in, And weekend coming up. But feel first small step has been taken. Onwards with resolution!

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Hi Everyone! 👋😊 I’m Jeanne!

49Y. Mom of 20Y son & 16Y daughter. Same partner for 30 years. Working hard on my health journey ; not natural at all for me. I’ve been doing this challenge steady since June of 2023. Some I lost, some I maintained. At least I’m not gaining crazy like before. 😉 Let’s do this 👍 Any amount going down is a win for me!!!!

Start weight this round ➡️ 157.8
Wk1
Day 01—08/23—157.8👍
Day 02—08/24—157.8👍
Day 03—08/25—158.6 ❌
Day 04—08/26—157.8 👍
Day 05—08/27—158.0 ❌
Day 06—08/28—159.4 ❌
Day 07—08/29—158.0 👍
no wt in the 160s this week 🥳🙌

Wk 2
Day 08—08/30—157.2 👍
Day 09—08/31—158.8 ❌
Day 10—09/01—158.2 👍
Day 11—09/02—158.0 👍❣️
Day 12—09/03—159.0 ❌
Day 13—09/04—159.2 ❌
Day 14—09/05—159.4 ❌
No wt in the 160s again this week 🥳🙌

Week 2 Start Weight : 157.2
Week 2 Goal Weight : 155.0
Week 2 Act. Weight : 159.2 👎

Wk 3
Day 15—09/06—159.2 👍
Day 16—09/07—158.2 👍
Day 17—09/08—160.0 ❌😬🫤
Day 18—09/09—160.2 👎
Day 19—09/10—159.4 👍
Day 20—09/11—159.0 😁
Day 21—09/12—

Week 3 Start Weight : 159.2
Week 3 Goal Weight : 155.0
Week 3 Act. Weight :

One Tiny little goal at a time 😉

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Happy Happy Friday!!! I am getting to close to the 180's!!!! Woot woot! I am pretty sure it will go back up tomorrow! But I am trending down! :)

You can see where in early September I got stuck at the 192's. I am right at my goal for this challenge of 178 lbs. I am thinking I should raise it to 180lbs, but for now we are going to keep it. I am so excited about getting into the 180s! I haven't seen that number in so long! When I graduated from college I was 174…

I'm 57 years old, 6'2", and my goal for this 100-day challenge is to reach 178 lbs. I started at 4/11/2025 at ~217.

Day 08—09/06— 191.5
Day 09—09/07— 191.0
Day 10—09/08— 191.0
Day 11—09/09— 190.5
Day 12—09/10— 191.5
Day 13—09/11— 191.0
Day 14—09/12— 190.0

Week 1 Start wt: 192.5
Week 2 Start wt: 191.0 (loss of 1.5 lbs)
Week 3 Start wt: 191.5 (loss of 1.0 lbs)
Week 4 Start wt: 190.0 (loss of 2.5 lbs)

Here is one of my favorite galaxy groups it is called NGC 7331, and this is what happens when an airplane fly though one of the frames!!! Such a cool effect so I kept it in! Wait was that an airplane or the Enterprise?!? hmmmmmmmmmmmm😂

Its Fri-YAY! And another week ends. How did everyone make out? I will check on everyone tomorrow.

Day 15—09/06— 162.2 - Started today with a granola bar. Have to hit the grocery store later...no milk and need salad fixings. I was just getting used to the cooler weather. I need fall now. Goal is the same....maybe THIS week will be the charm.

Day 16—09/07— 162.2 - Started the day with blueberry yogurt and a roll. I could have skipped the roll, but it's ok. Not sure what the rest of the day holds. Yesterday my daughter was at my ex's and they fired up the grill so I was invited to lunch. Had a hot dog and tomato slices. And I was satisfied even though they had cheeseburgers too. So I was a good girl... lol!

Day 17—09/08— 162.2- I finished up the English muffins I had in my fridge. Dinner will be a cheesesteak at the ballpark...I have not had a cheesesteak since my mother used to make them...who totally turned me off them. Going to try a good one. I always take water with me, but I may get a diet soda while I am there.

Day 18—09/09— 161.6 - Wow...Although I only ate half the cheesesteak (which was delicious, btw), I thought my weight would be up and I was prepared. The body can be tricky sometimes. Today I had an Atkins shake for breakfast....they are a good low carb start to the day. Will probably have a salad for lunch...add a couple hard boiled eggs to it. Not sure about dinner. Having the other half of the cheesesteak is likely too much.

Day 19—09/10— 161.2 - Getting my hair cut today....YAY! Will color it tomorrow and I will feel like my old self again. I'll eat my other half cheesesteak today for lunch. Dinner might be fish and veggies.

I need help to put the new bicycle seat on my ebike. I am going to try a bike shop but a lot of them won't have anything to do with stuff they haven't sold themselves. If they turn me down, I don't know what I will do. The original seat is too uncomfortable for me to ride any real distance.

Day 20—09/11— 162.4 - Food was good yesterday…I decided to have a green salad for dinner. Haven't decided on today's food yet. Got my haircut and will color later. I found out that the local bike shop will be willing to help with my bike seat, so that's nice to know. I hope to stop back over there today.

Day 21—09/12— I thought I might hit goal this week, BUUUUUT.....Oh well....Onward and downward. It will happen.

Got the seat on my bike and I am ready to go! Colored my hair today in time for attending tonight's Phillies game. I feel good again. I am not particularly vain, but getting my hair fixed is very uplifting for me. I am going to have a flounder hoagie for dinner at the game....my meal for the day. Never had one before, but it sounds good.

Week 3 Start Weight: 162.2

Week 3 Goal: 161

Week 3 Actual Weight: 162.6

I need help to put the new bicycle seat on my ebike. I am going to try a bike shop but a lot of them won't have anything to do with stuff they haven't sold themselves. If they turn me down, I don't know what I will do. The original seat is too uncomfortable for me to ride any real distance.

Most Bike shops will work on an E-Bike as long as it isn't the electronics, just swapping seats will work. I suggest you buy the seat from that bike shop and 99% will put it on for you. If you are looking to ride more than 30 minutes I suggest getting padded shorts. A smaller saddle with padded shorts is the most comfortable way to ride.

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100 Days of Weighing In #24 ^^^^^ Aug 23, 2025 through Nov 30, 2025

My Name is Donna, Age 65. I am 5’5” tall & I live in Northern Michigan USA

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“We will encounter many defeats but we must not be defeated.” - Maya Angelou

Starting Weight from End of Last Challenge: : 185.6

Goal This Round: 175.6 (10 pounds)

Challenge Actual Ending Weight: xxxxx

Total Lost/Gained this challenge: xxxxx

🔜🔜🔜🔜🔜Ultimate Goal: 145-155 (I’ll know Exactly when I get there!)

Thoughts at the start of this round:

This round will be challenging as it includes the U.S. holidays of Labor Day, Halloween and Thanksgiving. All are big foodie or party and dessert type holidays in the U.S. There are also multiple birthday celebrations in my family. In addition, there will be a lot of travel which is traditional in the fall for me as I try to avoid as many icy driving trips as possible in the winter months. There will be lots of doctor appointments away from home as well as Christmas and gift-giving shopping in this round. I will have to make sure I stay on top of my plan in every moment I can and to make the necessary corrections every time the scale goes up. We can’t control the ingredients in restaurant food so portion control will be key when away from home. I will again aim for a 10 pound loss this round. Thanks for sharing your journey with me and allowing me to share mine. I am grateful for you all.

Previous Rounds Tallys:

Every healthy habit brings me closer to scratching each of these off to NEVER see them again!

250’s💋-- 240’s🎵-- 230’s🐸-- 220's📘-- 210's🌸-- 200's🎨-- 190's🌈-- 180’s🤑-- 170's🐋-- 160's🙋‍♀️-- 150’s🌻

PREVIOUS WEEK’S CHALLENGE

CURRENT WEEK:

Day 15—183.4 ✅ (Trend Weight: 184.9)

Day 16—09/07—182.6 ✅ (Trend Weight – 184.7)

Day 17—09/08—183.6 ❌ (Trend Weight – 184.6)

Day 18—09/09— DNW 〰️ (Trend Weight – DNW)

Day 19—09/10— 185.7 ❌ (Trend Weight: 184.7

Day 20—09/11—Well, there’s the rest of the travel weight I was expecting yesterday. Yikes! 4.4 lbs higher than the before travel weight Monday morning just prior to leaving! Hopefully some of this is fluid retention that I have a difficult time shedding. I will take my water pill today like a good girl and hope that helps. DD and DGS will be back late this afternoon. I will not be derailed

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🚴‍♀️🚴‍♀️🚴‍♀️Week 3 Start Weight:

🚴‍♀️🚴‍♀️🚴‍♀️Week 3 Goal: 0.5 Loss to reach 183.3 or Less

🚴‍♀️🚴‍♀️🚴‍♀️Week 3 End Weight: 183.4

🚴‍♀️🚴‍♀️🚴‍♀️Cumulative Weight Loss/Gain So Far: 2.2 lbs Lost

Weeks To Come:

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@age_is_just_a_number Next time there's carrot cake, let's share a slice!

Day 22—09/13— 141 lb. Off to a good start. MFP tells me that at current calorie level (Base level 1500. Today I ate 1557 + 30 mins walking) I will weigh 138.4 in 5 weeks.

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Day 26—09/17—

Day 27—09/18—

Day 28—09/19—

Week 4 Start Weight:

Week 4 Goal:

Week 4 Actual Weight:

Hi,
My name is Jim recently retired.
This will be my 4th 100 Day Challenge

Kansas City
59 yo 5ft 10in
Highest weight 255 lb (244 lb 04/28/2024)
Overall goal of 170 BMI 24.4 or less hoping to not get over 190 ever again.

100 day Challenge #24 August 23.25 – November 30.25
100 Day Goal from 202 lbs BMI 29 to 186 lbs BMI 26.7
100 Day Actual Weight from 202 lbs to ???

Day 15—09/06—200 Calories 2,738-200.7 5wks-Steps MFP 5,601
Day 16—09/07—201 Calories 4,327-216.5 5wks-Steps MFP 10,013
Day 17—09/08—201 Calories 2,273-196 5wks-Steps MFP 4,839
Day 18—09/09—201 Calories 3,422-207.5 5wks-Steps MFP 4,100
Day 19—09/10—201 Calories 3,004-205.2 5wks-Steps MFP 5,576
Day 20—09/11—203 Calories 2,402-200.1 5wks-Steps MFP 4,885
Day 21—09/12—203 Calories 4,138-217.4 5wks-Steps MFP 4,850

Week 3 Start Weight:200
Week 3 Goal:199
Week 3 Actual Weight:203

Day 22—09/13—204
Day 23—09/14—
Day 24—09/15—
Day 25—09/16—
Day 26—09/17—
Day 27—09/18—
Day 28—09/19—

Week 4 Start Weight:204
Week 4 Goal:203
Week 4 Actual Weight:

100 day Challenge #24 (my 4rd) - 8/23/25 - 11/30/25
Frank, age 76, 6 ft 1 in — HW: 330 (7/10/20), CW: 260, UGW: 220
yearly gain/loss: y1 ↓87; y2 ↓17; y3 ↑17; y4 ↑15; y5 ↓3; y6 ↑6;
year 6 YTD: ↑ 5; year 6 goal (7/10/26): ↓ 40
Challenge SW: 260.0, CW: 260, GW: 242
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Week 1 : ↑ 1.7 ❌
Week 2 : ↑ 0.8 ❌
Week 3 : ↓ 0.3 ✅
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Day 22—09/13 — 260.0 : ↑ 0.1
Day 23—09/14 —
Day 24—09/15 —
Day 25—09/16 —
Day 26—09/17 —
Day 27—09/18 —
Day 28—09/19 —
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Week 4 start weight: 259.9
Week 4 Goal: 252.7
Week 4 actual weight: