There are tons of fancy exercise gadgets out there, many costing thousands of dollars. All too often these devices end up taking up valuable space in our recreation rooms, garages and, studies collecting dust soon after they are purchased. So who needs them?

    Can the simple act of walking 20 minutes a day really save your life? Generally yes! Walking is a great exercise, and barring injury, disease or joint problems, can be done for your whole life. Not only is it good for you physically, toning your muscles. It is good for your cardiovascular system, lymphatic system, and it's good for you mentally. It helps to reduce your daily stress, a huge factor in cardiovascular problems later in life.

    So get out there, a good pair of shoes, comfortable loose fitting clothes and you're off. After you get going you'll find yourself seeking other great places to walk, perhaps for a weekend or a short holiday. If you need a walker or can or other walking aide, consult your doctor, but get the aide and get moving.

    Exercise in general, like walking will also serve to suppress your appetite if you find yourself a little famished, take a short  20 minute walk first... you'll end up eating less and burning up some calories to boot!