Pilates Blogs

Align-Pilates foldable reformer is perfect for anyone short on space but still want the benefits of a Pilates reformer workout at home! We understand how difficult it has been these last couple months...

Falls prevention is an important aspect and wearing grip socks can help prevent a slip and fall. The NHS reports that over 3 million people in the UK are affected by osteoporosis with a large percenta...

“Patience & persistence are vital qualities in the ultimate successful accomplishment of any worthwhile endeavour” – Joseph Pilates Take the exercise Standing Roll Down – maybe at first...

I have been buying and selling pre-owned Commercial Pilates Reformers, of all brands, for more than 20 years both for my own use in my Pilates Studios and also as trade ins where customers are looking...

Having an efficient Pelvic Floor for both women and men is important. It can help stop incontinence and treat a prolapse. Often a way of helping people understand their pelvic floor muscles is asking ...

We understand how difficult and confusing it can be when purchasing a Pilates Reformer. Here at Align-Pilates we want to make this process easier for you. A typical Reformer is made up of several key ...

Doing the Contrology/Joe’s Push Up is a tough exercise for most. The full narrow press up within this exercise often provides the biggest challenge. The Magic Circle can be great for improving your ...

Here at Align-Pilates, we have two strap options to make your reformer safer to use in a world shared with CoVid. It will will at the same time make it easier, quicker and more effective to clean afte...

We took this decision about a year ago now and haven’t looked back. We appreciate the holistic approach to doing Pilates bare footed but hygiene in a busy studio is a factor all owners need to consi...

People are often referred into doing Pilates after they’ve had back pain. Loraine Prokopiou, Physiotherapist & Mbodies Training Academy Pilates Instructor has put together a series of exercises ...

We suggest you revise the way you set up and adjust your reformers to avoid unnecessary contact with the machine by both Studio staff and clients. Plan ahead! Align-Pilates suggests that reformers ...

Clearly sanitisation of both people’s hands and the Pilates equipment they use is the key to stop the spread of CoVid in Pilates Studios. The issue is how can this be done quickly and effectively in...