New user from Syracuse, NY

Hey guys! I've technically been a user of Myfitnesspal for several months, but I'm just not getting into using the website along with the phone app. I'm looking to add local friends on here that will give me motivation. Sometimes I just need people to tell me that I gotta eat healthy and exercise even if I don't want to.

I'm also looking for fellow users that, like me, are looking to lose a substantial amount. Right now I'm at 362 (already down 3lbs!), and I want to get down to around 220. My initial goal is 250. If I'm not happy there, My next goal will be 220. I'm guessing that's where I'll be happiest, but who knows. I know I don't want to be skinny (I'm proud of being plump!), but I also know that I need to be healthy. I lost a very close friend last week when he finally succumbed to illness caused by his weight. I vowed to get healthy for him.

So who's out there? Anyone from Syracuse? Liverpool? B'ville? Cicero? Etc?

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  • siriuslestrange1
    siriuslestrange1 Posts: 74 Member
    bump?
  • i live in england , i am new to this web site today you can add me as a friend but i am not local to you.
  • just4nessa
    just4nessa Posts: 459 Member
    I recently relocated to Syracuse from NJ. I've heard of all the towns you mentioned but still learning how to find them..lol. Feel free to send a friend request.
  • jgarrisond
    jgarrisond Posts: 44 Member
    I'm about 2 hours from Syracuse, feel free to add me
  • I'm in Albany. I know it's not super local, but I'm very active on here. Feel free to add if so inclined. :)
  • Onemoodycuss
    Onemoodycuss Posts: 95 Member
    I'm in Jersey. Tri-state area is local, right?
    Feel free to add me.

    Nice tats.
  • siriuslestrange1
    siriuslestrange1 Posts: 74 Member
    Thanks for all the replies, guys! I know the more people I have to hold me accountable, the better I'll be at keeping on track!
  • basslinewild
    basslinewild Posts: 294 Member
    I'm from Utica :)
  • I've been on MyFitnessPal for some time but just now getting serious. I'm in the Dallas area.
  • Takes2long
    Takes2long Posts: 367 Member
    I grew up in Syracuse. Still live in the area. I take kickboxing and karate at North East Academy of Martial Arts in Cicero. AWESOME classes if you ever want to try kickboxing or Muay Thai !!!!
  • GoddessJuliya
    GoddessJuliya Posts: 49 Member
    ~Hey. I live about an hour south of Syracuse in Oswego, NY, does that count as local? Feel free to add me anyways, I log in on here almost everyday! ~Goddess J :-)
  • FoundxFocus
    FoundxFocus Posts: 12 Member
    I live just outside of Syracuse. Just joined a couple of days ago. :smile:
  • Laces_0ut
    Laces_0ut Posts: 3,750 Member
    is Dinosaur BBQ still there? loved that place...and there was a good bar i remember too...Clarks? and had some fun at Turning Stone Casino as well...invite me if u like :)
  • autovatic
    autovatic Posts: 99 Member
    :) I grew up in 'Cuse. (Tipp Hill, went to Fowler) Feel free to add, if you'd like!
  • Hello,

    Name: Jevell G.
    Beginning Weight: 296.4 lbs
    Goal: 190
    Height: 6' 2"
    Day: 26 (started December 10, 2012)

    I would like to add more friends to keep me motivated. I am currently a graduate nursing student at SUNY Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, NY. Thanks!

    Sincerely,

    Jevell
  • Bumping! I also live in Syracuse, Eastwood area.

    Curious if anyone goes to Planet Fitness. I know some people hate it not being a "real" gym, but the hours make it possible for me to go with my schedule so I love it! Joined after three co-workers at my previous job joined, but I am the only one who goes it seems. Use to go late at night [think 11pm-2am] but now I work that shift so I go right from work [about 7:30am] Would love to meet someone else who goes.. We don't even have to talk, but I need someone to hold me accountable LOL
  • siriuslestrange1
    siriuslestrange1 Posts: 74 Member
    I would totally go to Planet Fitness (I live REALLY close to the West Vale one).... if I had the money for a membership lol
  • siriuslestrange1
    siriuslestrange1 Posts: 74 Member
    P.s. Still looking for friends (even though I'm no longer a new user)! Especially anyone who's looking for a workout partner, people that are dedicated (aka, you aren't here for a day, gone for a month type deal), and people who are around my weight/goals. I also love people who comment! Comments help me feel accountable (if I know that you're looking at what I'm eating, I'm less likely to eat crap) and are helpful when I need advice.
  • just starting today from boston. you can add me anytime
  • Bumpity bump, cause the Cuse needs some love!
  • Blueleaf1
    Blueleaf1 Posts: 4 Member
    Hi everyone! Just moved back to cuse. Continuing weight loss and staying in shape. Anyone with me?!!!!