Hello there,

I'm Jenn, 26, from NYC. This is my first time on 3FC and I am really hoping that with a bit of help and support I'll finally be able to change my life for good.

Nothing has really worked so far, and it's mostly my fault since I think I cannot diet or exercise routinely.

Anyway, I just wanted to say hello..

Hi and Jen!

Watching footage from your city right now (T-day parade).

You know, it is HARD to start dieting and exercising consistently. No one here will tell you it is easy. But if I can do it, believe me, ANYONE can.

I'm glad you're here. Maybe you want to check out the "20-somethings" forum - there are challenges particular to our age group that sometimes make losing weight hard at times, and it is a great place to discuss them.

Otherwise, look around, keep posting, and settle in. I can't wait to get to know you!

welcome and good luck. We all have our ups and downs here..hopefully you will find things/info here to help. I do recommend you look at this as a life style change and not a diet. Diets don't work..most of the people who have been successful here have learned that to keep it off...you must change the way you eat and live. There are some great inspirational stories here...check out the goal page to get very inspired. As for exercise...start off slow and find what works for you...but make sure you do it. Find time to do it. ...you will be thankful you did. Good luck!