KOM, If your injury caused your doc to prescribe an SSRI, it can be a big contributor to weight gain. Getting weaned off can be a big help.

I go to the gym and use the rowing machine. I set a moderate pace and row for 20 minutes. I just start to break a sweat by the end. It is a good low impact exercise. I also swim after my rowing. That is my cool down.

Finding something to do that gets one away from the kitchen can help if that is part of your struggle. Can you get outside during the early morning or late evening ? I know your evenings go late with sunlight until after 9PM. It's a good time to get outside.

Walking with a weight/can of soup in each hand will increase the energy expended.

I knwo the struggle. I packed on too many pounds. Did not get them off until I quit the SSRI and replaced it with 5-HTP.

My best to you.