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I would say any kind of getting out or off the couch is helpful. Taking a walk or watching some exercises on TV even and working out as much as you are comfortable. Start slow and you will see your stamina get better. Remember it is a lifestyle change and each thing is getting you healthier. Good Luck and keep up the good work.

Well done so far, you're absolutely right about it being a longer term change. Until I started using MFP I had no idea just how many calories I was getting through! Re the exercise see if you can add 20 minutes of moderate activity per day to your routine. I have an exercise bike on loan and use it 20 mins a day and it achieves three things. 1) it burns up around 250 calories, 2) it increases the body's metabolism which in turn helps drop weight, and 3) it increases the body's aerobic capability so your heart and lungs are able to deliver the same level of oxygen with less work as you become used to the activity. I think a combination of all three will help you get to your target. As you make progress you might try specific exercises aimed at the parts of the body you want to tone up in order to tweak to your liking.