Hello, and I'm Newbie

Hi!
I have been trying to lose weight for a very long time and I haven't been successful. I've tried everything from dieting to hiring a personal trainer, but I always feel as though I am never making any progress and then slip back into my old ways. I have finally realized that I have never tried to find any support and have been going about things all alone. I think I need all the friends I can get. So please add me? And we can help each other!
Maria