The Benefits of Reformer

Reformer Pilates has been around for much longer than one might originally think. 100 years ago, Pilates was introduced to the world as a popular low-impact exercise regime to help strengthen the body, and improve flexibility. Joseph Pilates combined core stabilization, strength and flexibility with breathing techniques to create Reformer Pilates, combined, his techniques helped build peoples balance and improve physical aligment.

Reformer Pilates beds are unique pieces of equipment, which provide a huge amount of variety for an incredible full-body workout. There are a number of benefits to doing Reformer Pilates.

These include:

• Builds strength: By adding springs to certain movements on the Pilates reformer, you can increase the exercise resistance and intensity to build strength. "You're not using heavy weights like in the gym, but you will definitely feel the inner strength after a session," Wilson says.

• Increases flexibility: Reformer Pilates is known to improve not only muscle strength but also flexibility and joint mobility. That's because most of the exercises incorporate dynamic stretching.

• Improves posture: Reformer Pilates can support a strong core, promote flexibility and realign the body and spine, which can result in tremendous improvements in postural alignment.

• Corrects muscle imbalances: "In Pilates, we are always working opposing muscle groups," Wilson explains. Reformer Pilates starts by building a balanced core and then strengthening all sides of the body evenly to fix muscle imbalances.

• Prevents injury: By focusing on posture, form and fixing muscle imbalances, the Pilates reformer can create greater balance and efficiency to help prevent injury in the future.

With the introduction of Reformer Pilates to the Milo and the Bull timetable our members will be able to compliment their everyday training at Milo and the Bull with recovery and strength reformer classes.

Milo and the Bull will be introducing Reformer Pilates in the Autumn of 2024!