When i first started out..i walked for thirty minutes 7 days a week.Being 357...i was lucky i could do thirty minutes.I now walk 4 days a week for an hour,and 2 days i see a personal trainer.He is helping me tone my arms/legs.I personaly did see more of a weight loss with exercise.
I understand what your going through..i too thought i was way to big to ever get to where i want to be..and slowly but surely im getting there. You will too. My dr put me on the whole clear liquid diet for 4 weeks after surgery...that was mostly chicken broth and sugar free Jello...so now..i cant stand the sight of jello...lol..
If you have any other questions just let me know.My insurance too paid for my surgery....This has been the best thing i have ever done for myself....
I wish you all the success!!