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.

Working out can be quite the chore, especially if you have a busy work life and the commute to the gym seems like another thing you have to do. The gym has its perks, but it's not practical for ...