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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Emilie Lavinia

Forget expensive machines, you can do these six reformer Pilates exercises with just a resistance band

If you weren’t yet aware, reformer Pilates is having a moment. Despite its reputation for being both complex and challenging as workouts go, it’s arguably the most popular exercise style and has left last year’s padel obsession firmly in the dust. However, though reformer Pilates offers an incredible full body workout that builds strength and endurance, attending classes can be expensive.

A reformer machine is made up of springs and pulleys that offer varying levels of resistance, allowing the user to push and pull themselves backwards and forwards on a sliding carriage. Studios that house these machines can charge a as much as £50 for a class, and while many people are choosing to invest in their own at-home reformer machines to swerve the cost, some are seeking easier and more affordable ways to enjoy all the benefits of Pilates.

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