The viral mini stepper is a cross between a StairMaster and an elliptical machine -- it simulates stair climbing but your feet don't leave the two pedals. Sunny Health Is it time to climb on the ...

August 5, 2025 Add as a preferred source on Google Add as a preferred source on Google We may earn a commission from links on this page. Buying a new piece of fitness equipment is exciting (if you ...

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

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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.