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Cadillac
'The Rack'
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The Cadillac is a padded platform on top of a table, on which stands a cage-like
metal frame with various adjustable parts such as: bars, straps, levers, and springs.
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Through the use of springs, the Pilates Cadillac works targeted muscles. Beginners
may perform spring assisted sit-ups, while more advanced practitioners can do highly
acrobatic workout.
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80+ Different Exercises addressing:
- Core abdominal muscles
- Spinal flexibility
- Back strengthening
- Shoulder rotation
- Total body stretching
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Pilates Mat
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A more economical piece of equipment than some others, the Pilates Mat provides you
with a secure, comfortable surface, allowing you to relax and focus on your workout,
rather than worrying about slipping around. Pilates mat workouts are often done
in larger groups, and are thus much more accessible. Thickness varies from 1.5 to
6mm thick - anything over 6mm is unstable. Standard size is 6 foot, and standard
width is about 24 inches.
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Mat classes emphasize the key principles of breathing, body positioning, and
movement integration. Exercises use flexion, extension, lateral flexion and rotation.
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35+ Different Exercises developing:
- Strength
- Flexibility
- Coordination
- Mental awareness
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Pilates Ring
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The modern Pilates ring is based on the original Magic Circle. The Pilates Ring is
great for workouts at home and while travelling. The Pilates ring is typically 15" in
diameter and is made from flexible plastic, with a soft, rubberized shell and
padded handles on both the inside and the outside.
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With your torso stable, the variable tension in the springs gently works your
peripheral limbs through a full range of motion. It is a joint-friendly and
non-impact workout.
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50+ Different Exercises improving:
- Muscle tone
- Endurance
- Coordination
- Balance
Muscles worked:
- Chest
- Upper arms
- Inner and outer thighs
- Pelvic floor
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Reformer
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The Pilates Reformer is a complex system of springs, straps and pulleys with a gliding
platform. You can sit, kneel, stand or lie on front, back or side, and use your arms,
legs, wrists and ankles to push and pull yourself to slide back and forth along
the rails in a controlled manner.
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With your torso stable, the variable tension in the springs gently works your
peripheral limbs through a full range of motion. It is a joint-friendly and
non-impact workout.
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500+ Different Exercises that:
- Lengthens muscles
- Strengthens muscles without bulk
- Stretches
- Tones
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Wunda Chair
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The Pilates Reformer is a complex system of springs, straps and pulleys with a gliding
platform. You can sit, kneel, stand or lie on front, back or side, and use your arms,
legs, wrists and ankles to push and pull yourself to slide back and forth along
the rails in a controlled manner.
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Exercises are performed seated on top and pressing down on the step/pedal with
your feet, others entail lying on the floor, standing straight up, lunging forward
or doing push-up like moves with your arms.
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75+ Different Exercises addressing:
- Lower back
- Buttocks
- Shoulders
- Transverse abdominals
- Pelvic region
- Neuromuscular coordination
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