Stay Safe at the Pilates Studio | Bring Your Own Reformer Loops
Remember life before Covid? It feels like a long time ago, doesn't it? A few months ago, when we wanted to take a Pilates class, all we had to think about is finding time in our schedule. But times have changed! Now as we get ready to head to the studio, we likely have these questions on our...
Is the C-Shaper Worth It?
The C-Shaper has been on my wish list of Pilates accessories for a very long time. I finally decided to make the purchase because I knew that it would be good for one of my students. Isn't that how Joseph Pilates created his equipment? He came up with new inventions because he saw the need for...
How to Keep Your Pilates Equipment Handles and Reformer Loops Germ-Free
Have you thought about what it will be like when we get back to the studio? Cleaning equipment is not too difficult, but how about those cotton loops and polypropylene handles?
The easiest solution would be to ask everyone to wear socks and (single-use plastic) gloves (not the fingerless...
How to do Pilates at Home: TRX Substitute with ELEMENTS Loop and Roll
I got creative - with the help of my wonderful partner John - who rigged this homemade TRX for me. Like many of you, I also don't have any access to equipment right now. That’s why I'm really excited to be able to do a few exercises like Push-Ups, Pull-Ups, Breathing (the one on the Trapeze...
How to Choose the Best Roll Down Bar for Your Pilates Cadillac
Have you ever wondered what the difference is between a long and a short roll down bar on the Trapeze Table (aka Cadillac) or your Tower? Does it make a difference if the eye bolts are attached on the outside or the inside of the bar? I’ll try to shed some light.
The two Roll-Down...
The Best Foam Roller on the Market Today
I tend to be very conservative about new props. Just because someone invented and produced a new product, doesn’t mean it’s good. Who says it does something that I can’t also achieve with a prop that I already have.
Browsing for products in a catalog or online you can’t...
Review of the Balanced Body Exo Chair
First, a big thank you to Stephanie Singer from Uniquity Pilates in New London, New Hampshire for letting me borrow her Exo Chair for this review.
When picking out a new Pilates Chair for your studio or home, you have probably noticed there are a lot of options to choose from. In a previous blog...
What To Look for When Buying a Pilates Magic Circle
There are so many factors to consider when buying a Magic Circle. Plastic or steel? What size is best for the majority in a group class? Are pads necessary for the inside as well as the outside? Check out the video for a breakdown of each feature to help you decide what's best for you and/or your...
