Reformer Pilates is a dynamic Pilates based workout that incorporates movements that challenge the core and postural muscles. While Yoga does address your core it typically relies on more static poses with a focus on flexibility. Reformer pilates at Alpine Physiotherapy has a strong focus on strength, stability and functional movement.

A Reformer is a piece of specialised gym equipment that allows us to strengthen the body from top to toe, WITH spring loaded resistance. We incorporate the use of resistance bands, weights, circles and ova balls in our workouts.

During a reformer session you can expect to feel challenged, sweat and work your muscles against variable resistance from the machine. It doesn’t matter what level of fitness or ability you start with, we can alter the resistance or the exercise to suit your needs. From a Physiotherapist’s perspective we have chosen reformer pilates as our group strength focus in order to hone in on improving functional strength.

When you are taught Pilates by a Physiotherapist, you can be assured that they will be putting you through exercises to target the strength of muscles that we regularly find are the underlying factor in common injuries. Due to all the moving parts, using a reformer is also an excellent way to challenge your balance and stability.

So how do I know if reformer pilates is the right choice for me??…

• I am after a low impact strengthening option
• I want to strengthen my core
• I have been advised by my Physiotherapist to strengthen my core or glutes, or improve my balance
• I have enjoyed mat pilates and want to challenge myself a bit more
• I am a runner or sports person and want to supplement my sports training with a foundation of functional strength
• I want to prepare for the ski season
• I feel a bit lost in the gym and prefer guidance with exercise
• I would like to get stronger in a group setting
• I am any age – age doesn’t matter!
• I am any gender – don’t worry blokes, pilates will challenge you, trust us!
• I am pregnant and want to keep moving
• I am postpartum
• I consider myself strong and fit but want to target any missing links
• I suffer from back pain
• I have had back pain in the past and would like to prevent it from coming back
• I am returning to exercise after injury
• I have had a long break from exercise, for any reason, and need a graduated return to activity
• I have never exercised before but I want somewhere to start
• I want to improve my posture
• I want a FUN strengthening option!
• I live in Wanaka and want a general strength option that will give me a foundation for exploring the outdoors in aaall the ways!
  … Reformer Pilates is for everyone. If you haven’t tried it, come and try a class with us at Alpine Physio!