Is it time to climb on the bandwagon? A mini stepper is like the pint-size spawn of a StairMaster and an elliptical machine — it simulates stair climbing, but your feet don’t leave the two pedals.

Getting your steps in can be tough when the weather is rough or your motivation is low for the day. On the days when going outside feels tough, this little mini stepper could help your fitness goals.

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If you purchase a product through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. This compact, made-for-small-spaces sidekick delivers a heart-pumping, calorie-burning workout as it strengthens your ...

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We won’t deny that gym memberships have their perks—tons of machines, classes, and, if you’re lucky, a sauna. But there’s also something to be said about keeping your workouts at home: No fighting for ...

If you’re not one for big elliptical or exercise bike workouts, but still want to step up your at-home fitness routine, enter: the mini stepper. This compact, made-for-small-spaces sidekick delivers a ...

(CNN) — I confess that like a lot of people, I am guilty of not getting in my steps. After hours at my desk, the thought of changing, driving to the gym and working out is so exhausting that I end up ...

Downsides of a mini stepper As with any exercise machine, the mini stepper has some drawbacks. First, the machine requires people to maintain an upright standing position in which they step their feet ...