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 awful out or your motivation is low for the day. On those days when going outside feels tough, this little mini stepper could help maintain your ...

(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 ...

Scroll through GymTok, and you can’t miss the newest darling of at-home fitness equipment: the mini-stepper. Looking like a baby love child between an elliptical and a StairMaster—your feet stay on ...

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We may earn a commission from links on this page. The key to actually using your mini stepper (or any piece of workout equipment) consistently lies in setting yourself up for success from day one.

Fitness experts agree that the mini stepper is an affordable option — most models range between $30 and $100 and come equipped with resistance bands. With add-ons such as handlebars and nonslip grip ...