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When it comes to Pilates, selecting the right equipment can drastically elevate your training sessions, taking every workout up a notch. Whether you're just beginning your Pilates journey or are a seasoned professional, the Pilates machines and accessories you choose can redefine and transform how you engage with this workout.  Pilates accessories serve as tools to assist in executing exercises and as instruments that introduce variation, challenge and fun into your routine. They help refine your technique, boost your flexibility and amplify your strength, so you can inch closer and closer to your fitness goals.  In this blog post, we...

Whether you’ve seen videos when scrolling through your Instagram feed or heard recommendations from friends, Pilates has become the latest health and fitness must-try workout. Although Pilates has gained immense popularity recently, it might surprise you that the exercise dates back to the early 1900s!  Developed by Joseph Pilates in 1926, Pilates has been proven highly effective in improving flexibility, strength, balance, posture and overall mental health. But like trying any new workout, ensuring it’s the right fit for your training style is important. In this blog, we’ll explore the benefits of reformer Pilates and how you can get maximum...

Reformer machines are extremely popular amongst Pilates fans, and chances are you’ve seen a few of these machines at your local Pilates studio or fitness centre. When using a reformer, you’ll be working with three main components: a moving platform, weighted springs and ropes. Because Pilates is all about stability and muscle control, lots of exercises done on the reformer involve slowly pushing and pulling your weight against the machine. Reformers have become so popular that many are beginning to invest in home reformers as a way to level up their Pilates sessions. Reformers are one of the pricier Pilates...

Pilates focuses on functional movement, which means that many exercises can be done simply by using your body weight. However, as with all forms of exercise, it is normal to hit a plateau after doing Pilates for a few weeks, months or even years. Even seasoned trainers and wellness coaches hit plateaus now and then. This is why it is important to alter your routine either by trying out new exercises or adding resistance to moves you’re already used to. In this article, we’ll give a brief introduction to how the reformer works before outlining a few key benefits of...

Pilates is well-known for being a low-impact exercise that works the entire body, making it an ideal workout for those who are just starting their fitness journey.  Another reason you should incorporate Pilates into your routine is that it’s great for injury rehabilitation and prevention. Athletes across the board are turning to Pilates for both of these reasons. That said, injuries aren’t something unique to athletes. Everyone gets injured, with the risk of injury increasing if you exercise too fast or too long. Incorporating a few Pilates movements or using a Pilates machine during your recovery period allows you to...