Mini Stepper Fitness Exerciser

Discover the many different features of the mini stepper exercise machine including accessories and exercise training tips;

One of the most effective ways to improve your fitness is to run up a set of steps or the stairs in your home. This simple but effective low-impact aerobic workout exercise will strengthen lower and upper body, tighten those thighs, buttocks and tone the hips and buttocks while increasing your heart rate by giving you a thorough cardio work out that will help you lose weight.

Compact Design

The sport and fitness manufacturers seen this as a  great opportunity to develop an exercise machine that could simulate the same workout. They came out with the stepper machine which has proved very popular in gyms. The stepper looked similar to the treadmill as it had a frame with different resistance levels. Because of its popularity it was later developed into a compact and light weight home exercise machine which we now know as the mini stepper. Its compact size takes up little space for storage and is perfect for the home.

The mini stepper consists of two foot pedals you  push down on. As you apply pressure to the foot pedals they create a resistance which you can control to suit your own fitness and strength levels. The resistance is created by hydraulic dampeners are located in each pedal.

Depending on the brand some machines  have handle bars at the front that you grip on to. Models with the handle bars usually include a display monitor that enables you to program your own resistance settings. You can also monitor your heart rate and calories burned during and at the end of your workout.

There are certain models that have resistance bands instead of handle bars. The bands are attached to the base of the machine on either side of each pedal. You stretch these bands by pulling on them as you do your step exercise. In this way you are getting both an upper and lower body workout. Some people may find the mini stepper without the handle bar a little tricky to keep your posture and balance particularly, starting out. If you find it difficult  to get your balance put a chair in front of the stepper to support you as during your work out.

The sports mini stepper is more compact and lighter than the models with handle bars. Because they are so light and compact  office workers frequently take them to the office and have a workout by their desk during the lunch time break.

The best mini steppers use hydraulic fluid to create the pressure when you push down, after a while you may get a smelly odor off the fluid. These tend to happen after a rigorous workout however, the odor is harmless, just open the window and let in some fresh air. After a while you may hear your stepper creaking, as with any machine with moving parts you will need to oil the hydraulic levers from from time to time.

Twist Mini Stepper

The twist mini stepper is a recent development from the original concept. The vertical and lateral stepping movement assists in helping to tone the waist, hips, thighs and buttocks. This product comes with a bungee band that enables you to strengthen your upper body muscles. Customers reviews have indicated the  extra lateral movement makes a real difference to increasing the range of movement to your lower body. You can use it at work and put it under your desk and use it as a foot rest.

There are now plenty of mini stepper workout video products that have come onto the market helping you get the most out of your machine. Exercise training on your machine will help you achieve your weight loss targets as well as tone your body. If you can exercise for 30 minutes a day even when watching the TV you can burn off calories and lose weight. Your muscles will be toned as well as improving the lower body, in particular the calves, quads and hamstrings.

The price range starts at around $49 and then rise to $500 for the top of the range heavy duty models. The average price seems to about $69 which includes the  Denise Austin dual action mini stepper range and the Gaiam mini stepper.

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