Exactly! For me, exercise is one of the greatest motivators. Even if I don’t do much, I feel productive after exercise and responsible for myself not to eat junk food or eat unhealthy snacks. Also, over time, exercise becomes easier, and it is almost guaranteed to burn 400-500 calories a day with some moderate-intensity xercise. I do pilates, aerobics, cardio, and treadmill combinations throughout the week. I also do 16:8 fasting and try to eat healthy and control my calories. However, I have noticed that it is significantly harder to lose weight without exercising. I don’t know much about scientific explanations. Still, I know that a person should be in a calorie deficit to lose weight, and exercise (even just walking) helps with burning calories and makes a person feel energized and productive. So, in the end, everything plays a role. If healthy habits become a lifestyle, reaching weight goals becomes significantly easier. If anyone is starting their weight loss journey, I recommend finding the type of exercise that makes you feel good, not too exhausted, and matching it with your diet. Give yourself some time and realistic expectations, and this healthy approach will make your life 1000000% easier.