Spinal conditions – Flexibility – Posture – Post surgical rehabilitation – REFORMER PILATES
Reformer Pilates
About Reformer Pilates
Physio led Reformer Pilates is suitable for all athletic abilities and it involves using one’s own body weight as well as spring-based resistance on a moving platform. Straps and pulleys are often used to support the spine enabling patients to isolate specific muscles.
How does Reformer Pilates work?
Posture and breathing are important aspects of Reformer Pilates and in general the exercises are endurance-based to target intrinsic muscles including the deep abdominals. It’s ideal for those with sedentary lifestyles as well as those who are injured as the machine helps to support the area of injury, builds strength and improves mobility in a gentle way guided by our expert physiotherapist Erin Lahay.
How does Reformer Pilates work?
The Reformer offers a greater variety in movements in comparison to mat-based Pilates. The exercises can be sport-specific and tailored to the individual’s needs as well as their fitness goals. Whether you’re new to the gym and looking for general full body strengthening exercises or you’re a world class tennis player who wants to generate more rotational force Reformer Pilates is for you.
What conditions and goals can Reformer Pilates help with?
- Spinal conditions including back and neck pain
- Flexibility
- Posture
- Post surgical rehabilitation
- Persistent pain
- Women’s health
- Pre and post-natal care
- Pelvic floor and abdominal strengthening
- Upper and lower limb strength and endurance
- Diastasis Recti Abdominis
- Joint hypermobility
- Inflammatory conditions such as arthritis
- Peak Performance Training