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Insights into Pilates Equipment
For anyone with even a remote interest in Pilates, the
equipment used for training is extremely interesting.
With
exciting names like the Reformer and the Cadillac, how could one
not be interested? While there are literally dozens of
individual pieces of equipment and props for use in Pilates
training, we will be focusing on two of the more popular ones.
The idea for the Reformer was born when the founder of
the Pilates system, Joseph Pilates, was interned in England
during the First World War.
He spent much of his
internment training
investigators from
Scotland Yard in the
Pilates method, and
working to find ways to
help rehabilitate
bed-ridden patients
suffering from the 1918
influenza epidemic.
The first
prototype was actually created
using bits and pieces of old
hospital beds
The Reformer is
comprised of a series of springs
attached to a sliding platform
supported by a frame.
In some ways, it
is very similar to rowing
machine. The platform can be
moved in two ways; by pulling on
the pulleys, or by pushing off
of the foot bar.
It can be
challenging for some people to
get used to the sensation of
moving the platform and
maintaining balance at the
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same
time. There are dozen of
exercises
that can be performed on this
piece of equipment, but please
consult a professional
instructor before attempting
these exercises on your own.
The Cadillac is
another popular piece of Pilates
training equipment.
 It has been said
that the Cadillac resembles some
form of medieval torture
equipment, and has earned
the nickname of "the rack". Be
not afraid. The Cadillac is one
of the most ingenious and
effective types of fitness
equipment ever designed. It
has a platform and posts on each
of the four corners. It is not
unlike a bed, in some ways. The
corner posts support various
levers and pulleys, which
provide resistance during your
workout.
Joseph Pilates, and his
legion of protégés, have
designed well over 80 individual
exercises that can be performed
on the Cadillac. Each group of
exercises is designed to focus
on a specific group of muscles.
 Many
of the exercises have a
particular focus on developing
core strength in the abdominal
region. As with other types of
exercise equipment, do not
attempt to use the Cadillac
without a proper demonstration
from a certified professional.
About The Author
Author
Natalie Brown is a certified
Pilates instructor from Canada.
When she is not consumed with
her busy class schedule, she
writes for Pilatesinsight.com
– a site that offers information
about Pilates equipment.
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