What reformer Pilates is, who it suits and what results it delivers: expert guides from our Maltepe Dragos studio.
Pilates for office workers: what long hours of sitting do to the body, what the reformer contributes, planning that fits a busy calendar and tips you can apply at your desk.
Reformer Pilates for men: how it complements weight training, which limitations it targets, and what it contributes sport by sport. A guide for athletes.
What is a first reformer Pilates class like? What to wear, which exercises you do, how you feel the next day. A step-by-step guide to the trial session.
When can you start Pilates after giving birth? Diastasis recti, pelvic floor recovery and a gradual return plan built with your doctor’s approval.
Reformer Pilates in pregnancy: doctor’s approval, position choices by trimester, movements to avoid and the role of pelvic floor work.
Reformer Pilates and a herniated disc: why physician approval is essential, how to maintain a neutral spine and how to build a progressive program. A guide from a physiotherapist's perspective.
How does the reformer Pilates machine work? The carriage, spring colors, footbar, shoulder blocks, straps and jump board explained one by one, along with the logic behind the settings.
How many days a week should you do reformer Pilates? Frequency plans for beginner, intermediate and advanced levels, the logic of recovery and suggestions for mixed programs.
Does reformer Pilates help you lose weight? Energy balance, muscle mass, the truth about spot fat loss and a realistic 12-week expectation table.
The differences between reformer Pilates and mat Pilates: resistance, learning curve, cost and adaptability. Which suits which profile, with a comparison table.
In reformer class, the transitions between exercises matter as much as the exercises themselves. Here's how to make getting on, getting off, changing springs and switching positions safe and smooth.
We explain what the short cues you hear in reformer class mean for your body, the most common phrases, and how to translate them into your own movement.
