Guide
Compact Cardio for Small UK Homes
Sweat without losing your living room.
1/10/2025•Editorial Team
Not everyone has space for a treadmill. Here are the best ways to burn calories in a 1x2m footprint.
Mini Steppers
Cheap (£50) and tiny. Good for keeping moving while watching TV, but don't expect a high-performance athlete workout.
Folding Exercise Bikes (X-Frame)
The classic 'fold and hide'. Great for steady state cardio. Just be aware they aren't built for sprinting.
Walking Pads
The 2024 trend. Great for sliding under a sofa, but they lack handrails (safety risk if you trip) and motors are often weak. Good for walking, bad for running.