You’ve heard about the Pilates Reformer and perhaps you’ve even tried one out in your Pilates class at the gym. Then you decide to do some online research and- lo and behold- you find there are a number of different models to choose from. But which one is the right one for you?
Let’s face it. When it come to your health and being healthy, everyone knows how vital physical exercise is. Pilates is just one of those exercise systems, whether it is Winsor Pilates or Stott Pilates. Pilates instructors often try to get new people accustomed to these Pilates machines early on because of their tremendous value for physical fitness.
Exercise is important to staying healthy, avoiding disease, weight loss, and even improving mental states (stress reduction). You can just focus on one of these reasons if you like because you ARE going to get the benefit of all of them. Pilates has actually been around since the easy 1930s but it really is surging now in the 21st century.
A German man, Joe Pilates, invented the exercise system that bears his name. Joe realized the importance of core postural muscles for giving support to the spine and keeping your body well balanced. From these meager beginnings, Pilates studios have sprung up all over the United States to the tune of over 11 million practitioners!
While many of Joe’s exercises can be easily done on a yoga mat, the Pilates Reformer offers a unique method of resistance that further helps stimulate and strengthen your body’s core muscle groups. Since this is about which Pilates machine might be the right one for you, let me describe a few.
Let’s start with the Mack Daddy of Pilates machines- the Stamina AeroPilates Pro XP 557 Reformer XP557. This is the epitome of style and workmanship. The Stamina AeroPilates Pro XP 557 Reformer XP557 is for the serious practitioner who wants to take his or her workouts to the ultimate level. The Pro XP557 adds an intense cardio- module to the Pilates Reformer. Because it is the cream of the crop there is eight inches added to the length so that it really can accommodate all heights. With 4 springs, each one with a greater degree of resistance, you can make those small refinements to your workout for greater effectiveness. So you can lose a great deal of weight with the cardio- AND still keep that long sleek look that Pilates is so famous for.
The Pilates Premier Reformer is the old standby and perfect for the budget conscious. This Pilates machine is great for the beginner or someone needing to watch the pocketbook. It still gives you the opportunity to acquire greater balance, more coordination, and improved posture without having to ransom the farm to purchase it. The Premier will gently release and stretch your legs, arms, neck and back, shoulders, abs, and the all important core muscles of your torso.
Rounding out my top three is the STOTT PILATES Rehab Reformer Vertical Frame Rehab Reformer. I’d put this baby right in the middle of the other two. It is essentially the Stamina AeroPilates Pro XP 557
Reformer XP557 without the added cardio- equipment. Like the other two, the Pro XP556 is a superb machine. You really can’t go wrong with any of these models of Pilates Reformer.
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