Reformer Pilates
Showing 13 reformer pilates
The Reformer is the most versatile piece of Pilates equipment, featuring a sliding carriage, springs for resistance, and straps for upper and lower body work. Reformer exercises offer variable resistance that can be adjusted for any fitness level.
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Down Stretch
Kneeling back extension with carriage movement. Opens chest and hip flexors.
Elephant
Standing pike position on reformer, pressing carriage with legs. Stretches hamstrings.
Footwork
The foundational Reformer exercise that opens every session. A series of leg presses in different foot positions that warms up the body and establishes proper alignment.
Footwork - Parallel Heels
Foundation reformer exercise focusing on leg alignment and core stability.
Footwork - Tendon Stretch
Lower and lift heels while legs are extended for Achilles and calf stretch.
Footwork - Toes
Footwork variation with balls of feet on bar, developing calf strength.
Hundred on Reformer
Classic Hundred adapted for reformer with straps for added arm resistance.
Knee Stretch Round
Kneeling exercise pressing carriage back with rounded spine. Core intensive.
Long Stretch
Plank on reformer pressing carriage back and forward. Full body integration.
Short Box - Flat
Seated on box, hinging back with flat spine. Challenges core in extension.
Short Box - Round
Seated on box, rolling back with rounded spine. Core and spinal articulation.
Short Box Series
A classical Reformer series performed sitting on the box. Includes round back, flat back, side-to-side, twist, and tree. Develops abdominal strength and spinal mobility.
Stomach Massage Series
A series targeting the abdominals while seated on the reformer.
About Reformer Pilates
Exercises using the Pilates Reformer machine
Explore our complete collection of reformer pilates with detailed step-by-step instructions, modifications for different fitness levels, and expert tips from certified Pilates instructors. Each exercise includes breath patterns, alignment cues, and common mistakes to avoid.