Exercise is only one part to weight loss, healthy eating is the major player in the weight loss game. Most people try cutting calories but eat food that are loaded with fat, which is easily converted to body fat. To lose body fat you need to cut the fat intake and exercise. Dairy is one of the worst for us fat wise, and it is something we all love whether it is milk in cereal, butter on everything or cheese. Good luck with the weight loss, glad you have seen some changes already.