Reformer Pilates Taster

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Reformer Pilates is a form of Pilates that is performed on a specialized piece of equipment called a reformer. Unlike mat Pilates, which relies solely on body weight and minimal equipment (like a mat), Reformer Pilates uses this machine to provide added resistance and support.

"The reformer machine was originally designed by Joseph Pilates using rudimentary materials such as bed springs to help add a level of resistance to exercises," explains Hollie Grant, founder of Pilates PT – but the reformer was also designed to support those who needed help during certain exercises, she notes. "Many of the reformer exercises are simply mat Pilates exercises that use the machine to either make the exercise more challenging or make it easier. This is the beauty of the reformer – it can help intensify exercises (by increasing resistance), but it can also ease exercises (by providing support through resistance)."

The reformer machine offers a gliding, zero-electricity way to build that base. Using spring resistance, we take advantage of the unique properties of springs to challenge and provide resistance to the muscles. The springs provide constant tension to the target muscles, which in turn leads to better results as the muscles have to adapt to this constant level of tension.

From practising Reformer Pilates, it has been known to remedy sports injuries. The machine can support you and help ensure correct positioning.

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