Like many people, I often struggle to complete my daily steps. After spending hours at my desk, the thought of changing, driving to the gym, and working out feels exhausting. Instead, I often find ...

(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 ...

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.

When I first received the Merach Mini Stepper, I had visions of yet another bulky piece of exercise equipment taking over my already cramped Brooklyn apartment. You know the drill—another "compact" ...

(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 ...

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Mini steppers use two pedals to move up and down in a continuous motion that resembles climbing a flight of stairs.

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Working out will also increase self-esteem. “Going from sedentary to moving on the mini stepper will help with a positive self-image as you know that you’re making steps toward improving your health,” ...