Get a good Workout
with the Brookstone Stair Stepper

The Brookstone stair stepper is a mini, fold away stepper. Price is about $200. It provides a full cardiovascular workout and also tones the muscles of the lower body. On top of the telescoping handle is the computer console that displays heart rate, elapsed training time, calories burned and other data.

Stair steppers have declined in popularity. They have been replaced mostly by ellipticals. StairMaster markets several models, but they cost about $2500. They are durable club-type machines with a good selection of features.

Mini stair steppers are a good choice if you have limited space to workout. They will burn calories, raise your heart rate and tone tour lower body. Average price range is about about $50-200. Elliptical machines offer about the same benefits as steppers with less impact on the joints.