Reason's to go GAGA for the Reformer

Here's a great quiz question what does Lady Gaga and the London Irish rugby team have in common ?

would you believe it they both practice Pilates on the Reformer!!!

Lady Gaga on the Reformer - article in the DailyMail

Pilates is called the Pilates System because it is designed around 7 pieces of equipment – one of which is the Pilates Reformer – sometimes described as a Reformer bed, perhaps eluding to it’s origins as a 3ft single bed in an internment camp on the Isle of Man, where Joseph Pilates spent much of the 1^st WW and insisted that all the inmates perform daily movements utilizing their bed springs!

In my opinion the Reformer stands out on its own from the other pieces for its versatility

While BODYFIRM [est 1998] have always had a fully equip studio [reformer, trap table, barrels etc] most people are more familiar with Mat Pilates, however in the last few years more studios have opened in Dublin / Ireland and are offering Reformer Pilates classes and so the benefits of the unique ‘Pilates Progressive Resistance’ are more available than before

Since the inception of the Reformer - materials have changed, wood and alloy machines now available, better foot positions, more adjustable stops to suit all most every client, but basically it’s still a 3ft single bed! And it feels just as comfortable

It is most amazing bed you could ever have, working on the principles of Pilates ‘progressive resistance’ the unique spring system allows for fluidity of movement [no sticking points through the range of motion] that brings strength, tone and muscular endurance through the principle of ‘neurogenic training’

In all of the developments and trends in our industry / world today, I honestly believe that there is not one other piece of training equipment out there that offers such versatility and results

BODYFIRM Studios

Try our Reformer HIT [high intensity training]

tone up and build strength
lose inches and burn body fat
move through your day better
feel healthy and vibrant

Our Reformer HIT class is fast paced, full of HI intensity movement with great music in a fantastic atmosphere, bring a small towel and water.
[we do not recommend this class for beginners or those recovering from / re-habing and injury.

Consistency and commitment practice both on the Reformer and watch the magic happen!

BODYFIRM Studios full schedule

or call 01868 4600

or email training@bodyfirmpilates.com

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