I think I am "normal" (weight wise at least )
What a dumb thing for your friend to say.

I walk the dogs, play in the yard with them, and play inside with them. Before I had them, I would lay around all day and use the computer or watch tv--if anything, they make me healthier and motivated. And, as someone else mentioned, my arms are strong from my pullers

Molly,
good luck with Weight Watchers. 3 members of my family have been doing it for about a year or so now, and they all look fantastic!!!!!!