Using A Pilates Ring

One of the most frequently used apparatus for body workout by health enthusiasts is the Pilates Ring. It is also known as “Magic Circle” due to the fact that it has magnificent effects that the users can benefit from. Lots of other tools are available but the Pilates Ring is more popular because it is portable and handy. Performing Pilates exercises using this equipment is easier, the outcome or the effect on your body is visibly fast, and lastly, it is less spacious unlike the Wundra chair or Reformer and others.

The Pilates Ring was included as one of the few initial types of equipment used and developed by Joseph Pilates. The same instrument was also widely used in his very first studio. This uniquely and highly efficient ring was created about a hundred years ago to take care for patients. His vision is for patients and other people to do the set of exercises using the ring wherever they go and of course, to attain the desired result in the least possible time.

The experimental ring was first made from the steel hoop off a beer keg. Bands of tempered spring steel are believed to be the origin of the Magic Circle. It has protection and curved handles made of wood.

After many years, the Pilates Ring went through numerous changes. Now, scientific concept has been applied to it, but the shape and materials have become easier for users. They are available in different colors, made from different materials such as fiber glass and plastic, different sizes and levels of resistance. So, if you are looking to purchase a good Pilates ring, then you will have many great options.

Should You Use a Balance Ball Chair?

Many people have asked the question: should I use a balance ball chair instead of an office chair or another chair at home? While this may not be directly related to Pilates, I still think a ball chair can be greatly beneficial and can compliment many of the objectives found in a Pilates program. Here are 3 reasons why I would recommend using a balance ball chair:

1 – A balance ball chair will force you to not slouch. Slouching can be a major problem when it comes to back pain. By slouching you are not using the muscles you should which does lead to back pain.

2 – By not slouching, using a balance ball chair will help you firm your core muscles, which is always a plus. Read the rest of this entry »

4 Great Pilaties Tips

Pilaties (also more correctly spelled ‘Pilates’) is one of the best training methods one can use if they want to increase their stamina, enhance your athletic performance, help you rehabilitate old injuries, and more. In this post, I would like to dispel and/or confirm some of the most common myths surrounding Pilaties in general. Hopefully they will help you as you try to improve/start your own pilaties program.

First, even though pilaties is an amazing way to help you be healthy, it will not be a cure-all for all of your injuries. Pilaties is very commonly used as a rehabilitative technique for those who have had accidents or injuries, but it now way is pilaties going to replace your doctor. Read the rest of this entry »

Pilates for Beginners

Pilates for beginners can be very intimidating. Here I hope do dispel some myths and give you some good, solid information on what you need to do in order to start a Pilates for beginners program.

There are several different approaches people take at learning pilates for beginners—you can take a pilates class at a gym, you can go to a pilates studio and take a personal class, or even a class with just one or two other people, or as a larger group, or you can also learn at home with a pilates DVD. Read the rest of this entry »

Aero Pilates

When thinking about starting a pilates regime, you must strongly consider aero pilates. This is because an aero pilates machine will greatly improve your overall strength and help you achieve your pilates goals of aligning your body properly, increasing your stability, and integrating complete mind-body fitness into your life.

Aero pilates has become fairly popular for several reasons.

First, the aero pilates machine will help ensure proper form, just like many other pilates machines such as the Reformer, the Cadillac, the Stability Chair, or the Ladder Barrel. Read the rest of this entry »

Benefits of a Pilates Ball

Have you ever used a Pilates ball as part of your normal Pilates workout? If you have, then you know how beneficial using a Pilates ball can be. Often referred to as Swiss balls, exercise balls, or fitness balls, Pilates balls can be very helpful in your goal to become fit and in shape.

When people think of Pilates, they often envision someone on either a mini pilates ball or a large pilates ball, working and sweating a way as they strengthen their abs. However, interestingly enough, the original Pilates did not incorporate a Pilates ball the way that it incorporates the magic circle or the pilates reformers (I’ll write more about those in another post). Read the rest of this entry »