“Every moment of our lives can be the beginning of great things.”
Joseph Pilates
What’s it all about?
Joseph Pilates designed all the pieces of equipment to compliment each other. Many of the same exercises can be performed on the Reformer, Cadillac and Chair to give a different perspective and better understanding of each exercise by using resistance and gravity in a different way. Joseph Pilates recognized that adding resistance through the use of the springs and gravity it helped to improve proprioceptive feedback and keep the body alert. All the equipment boasts a variety of exercises that work on just a few of the benefits of Pilates: Strength, Stability, Flexibility, Balance and Stamina. As you become more familiar with the equipment and the exercises, the classes incorporate more complex maneuvers to challenge your balance and coordination.
Reformer
The Reformer was invented by Joseph Pilates in the 1920’s , it is a bed-like frame with a flat, padded platform (carriage) that rolls back and forth on wheels.
The rolling carriage is attached to springs to offer resistance and assistance during the exercises.
Tower/Cadillac
The Tower attaches to the end of the Reformer to mimic the original intentions of the Cadillac. Various resistance of springs are added to challenge the arms and legs independently – hugely useful for evening out imbalances.
There are many exercises that can be performed on these pieces of equipment to challenge your body in entirely new ways.
Wunda Chair
Joseph Pilates designed the Chair with the idea of functionality and portability in mind. Exercises are performed in a seated, standing or lying down position. The Chair can be used to challenge balance, stability and flexibility with the use of springs and gravity.
“I have been doing Pilates for long enough to say with certainty that Karen’s classes are, hands down, the most challenging and physically rewarding - truly the best I’ve taken! Karen knows her stuff and will get your rear in gear. Expect to burn...in the best way possible.”
Carol McAndrews