You are on your way! It is so exciting to get started, it can seem really scary cuz all the info gets overwhelming I got several cookbooks, started looking for things that looked "do-able", then started trying to convert my old favorites, sometimes I make a mistake, BUT, sometimes I have a happy accident with my creations! Because of physical handicaps, I don't have a formal exercise routine, I just keep moving & hope for the best! I figure something is better than nothing---right?????? Keep up the good work & let us hear from you often Pammie.