How to Choose a Pilates Reformer
Pilates students who wish to get a more challenging workout often progress from the mat to the Reformer, a sliding carriage with springs and straps designed for more intense workouts. While available at studios throughout the country, many Pilates devotees wish to continue their pracitce at home. Learn what you should look for when purchasing a Pilates Reformer for your home studio.
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How to Purcase a Pilates Reformer
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Determine your budget. Reformers can cost as little as a few hundred dollars or as much as several thousand. Setting a budget will immediately narrow down your choices.
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Consider what equipment you have been using. Reformers vary from traditional wooden models with leather straps to those with more modern, padded carriages and synthetic straps. To maximize your comfort and your workout, choose a Reformer you are most familiar with and feel most comfortable using.
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Read reviews and user comments, particularly if you are purchasing online. Buy from a reputable manufacturer and make sure you have a clear understanding of return and exchange policies.
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Comparison shop. Look online to compare prices and even consider checking with local studios or instructors to see if you can purchase used equipment at a fraction of the retail price.
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Try it out. If at all possible, try a workout on the type of Reformer you want to purchase. Ask around at local studios and find out what equipment they use, then take a class to make sure you are comfortable with the Reformer you wish to purchase.
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Consider where you will use and store the Reformer. Some Reformers are heavy, bulky and difficult to store, so might not be appropriate if you live in a small home or apartment. Others are sleek, lightweight and easily storable, which might work better for those with limited space.
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Tips & Warnings
Take a few classes to become familiar with the Reformer before purchasing your own or working out at home.
Always consult your physician before beginning a new workout.
