29/05/2025
Not sure whether to try mat Pilates or reformer Pilates? Let’s break it down so you can make an informed choice:
Mat Pilates:
- Focuses on bodyweight exercises.
- Perfect for building core strength, improving flexibility, and stability.
- Challenging in its own way, since you have to rely entirely on your own body for support and resistance.
Great for enhancing strength from within, especially your core muscles, and improving posture.
Reformer Pilates:
- Uses a machine with adjustable springs to add resistance, offering deeper engagement and a greater variety of movements.
- A full-body workout that targets stability, strength, and flexibility, with the added benefit of adjusting the springs to match your ability level.
- Low-impact, making it ideal for those with joint concerns or anyone looking for a gentle yet effective workout.
You don’t need prior mat Pilates experience to start reformer Pilates – it’s accessible to beginners and advanced practitioners alike.
Both are effective, but your choice depends on your personal goals and preferences! If you want to build full-body strength while focusing on stability, reformer Pilates might be for you. On the other hand, if you're looking to challenge your core strength and stability from within, mat Pilates is the way to go.
Which one are you most excited to try? Let us know in the comments below!
