Well, Hogarth...first of all - congratulations on your progress!
Since you are in this mood I'd like to add some more..."preaching".
Actually - some people may take it for preaching, others for encouragement.
Exercise? Absolutely! BUT - the most important thing on this WOE is:

PATIENCE!

We all have to learn this WOE and give it a fair chance. Instant gratification thinking won't work here.
What each of us can learn from this forum is - this works, this is the right way to health and healthy weight. Look in peoples journals, look in success stories, I guarantee you will find someone to relate to.

I wish you all good luck!

Take care.

Alina

PS Hogarth - nice CV! Yes, I do read!