What is reformer pilates?

Reformer is, undoubtedly the most recognizable and populer piece of equipment. The scope of this piece of eqipments is infinite. The movements performed on the reformer range from beginners to extremly advanced. Each pilates movement is versetile, engaging multiple muscle groups with controlled precision.

Pilates apparatus has specific advantages and unique features will determine each body movement meaningful and precise. Sliding carriage, spring, ropes, footbar provide resistence based movements. The reformer brings alignment and helps execute accurate body movements. In other word, through reformer you can pay attention where you need most.

How reformer can be most useful apparatus for you.

Enhance whole body especially core strength;

Resistance challenges improve core strength, and activate deep oblique muscles. Automatically spinal alignment will be improved. All are interlink to each other.

Improve flexibility and range of motions;

Low impact but high efficiency;

Ideal for those seeking a gentle yet effective workout. It is perticulerly benificial for injury and rehabilitation. An excellent tools for physical therapy.

Who are Athelet, Senior Citizen, Pre, Postenental individuals can be benefited using these modern tools.

Best for balance and coordinations.

Since these equipments are built with wheels and springs that makes machines more challenging. Sessions must be guided by qualified person to make the lesson more safe and beneficial. Each exercise on the machines will work deep into the core, not too much exhaustion but effects are immense. Beginners are guided for breathing alignment, stability, strength.

Reformer pilates consist of:

reformer with box, jump board

half Cadillac

wunda chair

spine corrector

motors

plank board

ladder barrel

How it works for injury, pain and low mobility:

People will get extra support from mechines, it won't put direct pressure to the senssitive areas such as knees, back,neck, shoulders. Springs, ropes will help strengthen and support. We must not forget 6 pilates principles. concentration,control,centering,breathing,precision and flow. These are the principles will direct you to the original pilates what you are looking for. Kyposys, scholiosis the spine disfunctions can be treated with pilates. Spine articulation improves spine mobility,improve back injury. Spine articulation is a major key aspect in pilates.

Weight loss/toning

Resistence challenge muscles continuously it helps to build up muscles. More muscles higher metabolism. Reformer pilates is often misunderstood as slow and gentle, but the machine is actually one of the most effective total body fat burning and muscle toning tools when used correctly. Unlike gym machines, reformer springs create constant tension throughout the entire range of motion. Continuous resistance keeps the muscles working without break-more calorie burn more endurance.

How much weight can someone lose with reformer?

realistic results in 6 to 12 weeks (3 sessions a week

2-4 kg reduction

3-6 inches across body

Stronger leaner more toned look.

How to start reformer pilates ;

If necessary choose beginners classes.

Once you start try to stick to the regular classes. Because pilates means precision. There are lot to learn and you need to focus. At least 3 classes in a week is recommended.

Pay attention to the body.

Pilates is a whole body work out. In my class throught the class I ask which muscles they can feel and how is the body reactions . If something hurts speak to the instructor for modification and correction. That's why always choose the studio with a good background.

Stick to the flow of the class:

Pilates is all about controlled movemets. Do not try to be to fast even though you are fast learner. If you flow with the rethym your muscles will work from deep within.

Conclusion

If you are looking for a workout that challenges your body without harming it, reformer pilates is the answer. Train with purpose. Move with control. Transform with consistency.

Join the program and feel the change.