03/25/2026
A SPRING REFRESHER… what are those springs actually doing ➿
On the Reformer, springs are your resistance, your support, and your feedback system all at once.
They don’t just make things harder. They change how your body has to coordinate, stabilize, and sequence movement.
SUPPORT VS. CHALLENGE
More springs doesn’t always mean more challenge. But, sometimes it does.
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Higher resistance often offers more support, helping you find stability, control, and connection.
Lighter resistance often asks your body to create its own steadiness without as much assistance, challenging you more in certain movements.
It’s a constant conversation between effort and support.
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At the studio, our Reformers have 5 springs and use three spring colours:
1 🟡 → light (25%)
Often feels subtle… until it doesn’t. Add it to another spring combo for a bit more resistance OR find it used on its own for maximum challenge and core connection.
1 🔵 → medium (50%)
A balance of support and challenge. Great for finding flow while still asking you to work. A heavier add-on option if you want more resistance.
3 🔴 → heavy (100%)
More load, feedback, and power. Can support bigger movements and moments in gravity, while still challenging strength and control.
And, the longer the spring is stretched, the more resistance it provides.
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Every exercise can shift depending on the spring choice. That’s part of the magic.
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It’s about what YOUR body needs in that moment. Support and challenge, where and when you need it.
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We’ll guide you through it.
Have questions? Ask us. We’d love to help you learn more about how you can make each movement your own.
