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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.

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 ...

The struggle with any piece of home-gym equipment is finding the motivation to actually put it to good use. As I wrote in my initial review, the Merach Mini Stepper isn't exactly a demanding workout.

As someone who has completed six marathons and maintains a regular running schedule, I approached the Merach mini stepper with healthy skepticism. The device has exploded across social media platforms ...

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.