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Basic Pilates Equipment for the Home

It is understandable if you get a little confused as to what Pilates means given the wide variety of programs and exercises that use the term. The problem is even compounded by the lack of official guidelines as to what is and what is not genuine. However, there are a number of Pilates equipment that you can benefit from.

Some of these pieces of equipment were known by other names during earlier times. However, they are all important in taking proper Pilates exercises. Read more on Basic Pilates Equipment for the Home…

Essential Pilates Exercise Equipment

While there are plenty of Pilates moves you can do with nothing more than a good mat, using Pilates exercise equipment helps you get more out of your workout and get in shape faster. If you’re working on putting together your own Pilates gym at home, here are three pieces of equipment you won’t want to do without.

Pilates chair

For an effective, affordable piece of Pilates exercise equipment, it’s hard to beat the Pilates chair. This deceptively simple box-like chair lets you perform over 50 different exercises that work the shoulders, abs, lower back, and glutes. Contrary to what the name implies, you won’t be sitting the whole time. Ideally, you’ll want a three-in-one split-pedal system that lets you adjust the chair between high and low and use it with and without handles. Make sure it comes with both heavy and light springs, too. Read more on Essential Pilates Exercise Equipment…