I really need to start some form of exercise but have some challenges. I have heart disease (open heart surgery 9 years ago, another coming in 2-3 years) and pulmonary disease. I am out of breath on a pretty consistent basis. My doctors say I can exercise within limits. I don't know where to begin--don't want to overdo it…
I am 1 week into this, and I want to be sure I know what a calorie deficit is. I have a recommended calorie intake of 1700. I've been eating about 1400-1450 and I've been pretty satisfied. Is that deficit (1700-1400=300)? Is this ok? I'm 5'9" and 270 and a 44 year old woman. My hubby is doing weight watchers through his…