Just wanted to congratulate you on making such a great decision!! It always sucks when you first start working out.. feels pretty pathetic, especially when you're starting from scratch and sort of think you may be fitter than you are

There is an unbelievable amount of information on the internet on exercise and weight training. I feel pretty authoritative on the subject and I've never had a trainer, just spent an embarassing number of hours on the computer.

take care, you'll find what's best for you!
Meg