A mini stepper is an exercise machine suitable for use as part of a cardiovascular workout. These devices consist of a pair of non-slip foot pedals attached to a base unit and a monitor unit that keeps track of your progress as you exercise. The...
Climbing stairs is a good way to get cardiovascular activity, as well as lift and shape your legs, buns and thighs. While you might not want to walk up a flight of stairs several times to get a workout in, a mini stepper is a compact piece of...
A mini stepper is a compact version of larger exercise machines that mimic the act of stair climbing. Mini steppers are produced by numerous fitness equipment manufacturers, including NordicTrack, Reebok, Denise Austin, Stamina and Gold's Gym....
According to a study by Dr. James Levine that was reported in the "British Journal of Sports Medicine," you could burn 100 calories per hour using a stepper. Stepping machines are very popular in gyms, but they can be too bulky for those wishing...
Much like their larger counterparts, mini steppers can help you get an aerobic workout while toning your thighs, buttocks and core. Mini steppers have gained popularity through endorsements from fitness professionals, such as Tony Little and...
The American College of Sports Medicine recommends a minimum of 30 minutes of moderate intensity exercise a day, five days a week, to maintain a healthy body. If joining a gym or investing in a large piece of home equipment does not suit you, a...
Mini steppers are the economy cars of cardio equipment. While high-end models may cost as much as $200, as of May 2010 you can purchase a fully functional mini stepper for under $20. While these no-frills machines offer next to nothing in terms of...
While mini steppers have fewer options than full-step machines, they still perform the dual functions of raising the heart rate for a cardiovascular workout while sculpting your lower body, particularly your calves, thighs and buttocks. Some mini...
A mini stepper is a piece of workout equipment in which the user simulates climbing stairs without the bulk of a large piece of equipment. Because of its size, the mini stepper is an efficient piece of equipment for home use or even in the office....
A mini stepper provides the benefits of a large stair-stepping machine, without the expense and bulk. While it may seem awkward and unsteady at first, your mini stepper can become an integral part of both your cardio and strength training...
When you do not have access to a staircase or the stair climber at a gym, a mini stepper can be used in the privacy of your own home. Working out on this piece of exercise equipment saves time and space while helping tone your thighs as if you...
At first glance, treadmills and mini steppers, metal frames containing two hydraulic pedals, are so very different that there's no point in even trying to compare them. Treadmills offer a much wider range of workout options than a mini stepper....
Healthy adults need 30 minutes of cardiovascular exercise five days a week, according to the American College of Sports Medicine. Exercising at home can make that goal easier to reach, and mini steppers are a space-saving option for home users....
Stair steppers are an effective cardiovascular exercise for weight loss. With just 15 minutes of moderate exercise on a stepper, you burn around 120 calories. Unfortunately, some steppers are bulky and cumbersome. If you don't have the space for...
The Weider Mini Stepper is a small home fitness machine that is designed to give you a cardiovascular workout. Regular cardio exercise can fight disease, regulate weight, fight depression and increase energy, according to MayoClinic.com. The...
The Gold's Gym Mini Stepper is a piece of cardiovascular exercise equipment consisting of two pedals attached to a compact metal base. Because the device is so small and lightweight, it can easily be used or stored almost anywhere in the house. To...
Cardio training, as a high-intensity exercise, will add to the total amount of calories burned. When combined with a healthy diet, cardio training will help reduce excess body weight. Cardio machines, such as a mini stepper, are convenient and...
A mini stepper is a small, portable cardio machine with two pedals that move in an up and down motion. Using a mini stepper simulates climbing stairs, although the pedals have a limited range of motion. Your current fitness level and fitness goals...
Cardiovascular exercise is characterized by a repetitive motion of the major muscle groups for a prolonged period of time. The legs are one of those muscle groups and there are many cardio machines on the market that incorporate them. Mini...
The NordicTrack Mini Stepper provides a low-impact, weight-bearing cardiovascular workout. There’s relatively little variety in a mini stepper workout, but if you enjoy the fast steps and limited range of motion it offers, the mini stepper...
The Gold's Gym Mini Stepper is an aerobic stepping machine with adjustable tension that is designed for home use. The stepper is capable of moving both up and down and side to side to enhance your workout by working both your abdominals and legs....
Mini steppers are miniature versions of stair stepper machines that you can use for cardio training. Large and small stair steppers are cardio machines that allow you to burn calories and improve endurance through an aerobic workout. Mini steppers...
Whether it's running on a treadmill, elliptical machine or stepping on a mini stepper, any kind of workout is a good workout. As long as you spend an adequate amount of time on your machine of choice a few days a week, you are guaranteed to see...
Stair climbing increases oxygen flow in your body and is good for your heart. Stepping machines mimic this type of aerobic exercise. The Body Tone mini stepper is an alternative to common stepping machines such as the stair climber and the...
Stair steppers have long been cardio staples at fitness centers. While some home gyms include stair steppers as well, sometimes the price tag or space limitations put a full-sized stair stepper out of reach. Mini steppers such as the NordicTrack...
The hip flexors are deep muscles that lie across the front of your hip near the spine. Like a rubber band or spring, a muscle is shorter when it is not stretched. When muscles stay short, or contracted, over a long period of time, they gradually...
Completing cardiovascular and strength training provides one workout for two important concepts of fitness routines. The Bell Fitness Mini Stepper with Flexbands provides a low-profile piece of equipment that enables you to exercise your heart and...
A stepper is an aerobic machine that has pedals that move up and down in a stair climbing fashion. Among the benefits of this machine is the fact that it burns calories efficiently without a lot of impact. A mini stepper is a scaled down version...
A mini stepper is a very basic cardio machine in comparison with a full size stairstepper. The mini stepper does have several advantages though. The mini stepper is portable and easier to fit into a home gym than a flight of stairs or a full size...
