I've got to tell you that I think it does, especially if you've been sedentary for so long. I've not posted part of my story, don't know if anyone'd be able to imagine the gory details, but trust me here, it DOES count.
Enjoy that walk, cant do that here. too cold, be glad your in Houston!! but awesome job on gettin motivated, it will help getcha back in the swing of things. good luck, dont overdo it tho...
Surprisingly, for recovery, it does. Most of us lounge around for so long while withdrawing that even a walk to the car can be excercise. Your making progress.
Get out and enjoy the weather and those good days. Life will be good again.