Some people have the impression that mini stepper workouts are not as effective because of the smaller size of these exercise steppers.
It’s true that there is a lot of junk out there when it comes to mini steppers. Cheaper models have lower resistance levels, can be unstable, and are made from cheap flimsy materials.
Not all mini exercisers are built the same, however. If you are prepared to spend between $80.00 – $100.00 on a mini stepper you will get a compact exercise machine capable of providing you with a challenging cardiovascular workout, and helping you burn lots of calories to lose weight Is.
Although mini steppers have some disadvantages compared to full-size step machines and elliptical trainers, they also have advantages over them.
First of all, the small size of a mini step machine makes it easy to transport from room to room or take with you on your travels. It is also very easy to store in a cupboard or under the bed.
Another big advantage of mini steppers is their cost. A good mini stepper can be purchased for less than a hundred dollars, saving you hundreds of dollars over purchasing a full-size stepping machine.
A mini stepper workout should be part of your fitness routine, and the best way to train on a mini exercise machine is to split your workouts throughout the day rather than spending 20 or 30 minutes straight on one. This way you will be burning calories regularly throughout the day.
You may think you don’t have time to do many cardio workouts during the day, but it’s easier than you think. Let’s face it, doing any cardio work for a while can get pretty boring for most people, so it’s best to break your workouts into smaller chunks.
You can get some incredible results using your compact step machine by doing interval training. Interval training is where you exercise at a faster pace for shorter periods of time. It actually boosts your metabolism allowing you to get rid of a lot of calories. Plus it saves time because you can get better results by doing longer cardiovascular exercises on a regular basis.
There are several ways that you can do interval training on a miniature stepper, and one of the best ways that has been really helpful for a lot of people is to do your workout while watching TV.
Just go through your schedule as you normally would, and when there’s a commercial break, just get on your machine and do the exercises as fast as you can during the break. Most breaks are about 5 minutes in duration, so you’re getting a quick 5-minute workout. If you do this for 4 breaks, you’re getting a 20-minute workout, which is going to be much more effective than a workout done at a regular pace for the same amount of time.
If you can do this over the course of 2 programs you are potentially giving yourself a workout of about 40 minutes with none of the boredom associated with regular cardio workouts.
This is a very effective way to exercise without scaring yourself mentally into exercising. Ding mini stepper workouts this way are more fun, less boring, and can give you excellent results!
Source by Gerardo Cohen
