I am not very athletic but want to lose weight. what is the best exercise to do?

The Very Best!: The very best is the one you actually like to do. Try several from the site i'll give you a link to. But if you find one you like - ignore where it is on the list of most calories burned. If you don't do the "hottest" and you do do the "coolest", guess what? You'll lose more weight with the "coolest", right? Best wishes. http://www.superskinnyme.com/best-weight-loss-exercise.html.

Cardio Mix: The best way to lose weight is cardio and a balanced diet. However, do not always do the same exercise or you will increase your risks for stress injuries. Mix things up with running, biking, swimming, or circuit training. Ultimately you need to burn more than you consume. Exercises such as crunches, planks, sit-ups, etc are good for toning the abdominal muscles, but cardio is best for weight loss.