How long does it take to see results with Pilates?

You will feel the effects of Pilates immediately, and after 10 sessions, you'll feel a difference. After 20 sessions, you'll see noticeable results, and after 30 sessions, you will have transformed your body. Consistency is key to achieving these results.

What should I wear for Reformer Pilates?

Wear comfortable clothes that allow you to move freely. Ladies usually wear leggings, a T-shirt, and a sports bra. Gentlemen wear shorts or stretchy bottoms with a T-shirt. Grippy Pilates socks are recommended when using the equipment.

Why choose Wellthy Clinic for Reformer Pilates?

Wellthy Clinic offers expertise with professionals who have extensive training in both Osteopathy and Pilates. We review your exercises regularly to ensure progress and help you reach your goals. We believe we provide the best beginners' Pilates in London.

Beginners Reformer Pilates

Pilates

6 Apr

Written By Matthew Glithero

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If you have never tried it before then you will need to attend a few beginners Reformer Pilates classes. At Wellthy Clinic we offer beginners classes or Studio Pilates classes that all use all the Pilates machines. Reformers are probably the most well known Pilates equipment but we also offer Cadillac and the Wunda Chair equipment within sessions.

Can Beginners do Studio Reformer Pilates?

Yes, absolutely! At Wellthy Clinic initially we will go through the Pilates principles and ensure you are practising with the correct technique to gain best results. Private sessions ensure quick progression in a safe manner using the reformer, Cadillac and chair Pilates equipment. We will increase the difficulty or support you throughout the exercises depending on which resistance is added.

Is it Easy For Beginners To Learn Reformer Pilates?

The Pilates machines are actually easy-to-use, incredibly effective and great fun! The Pilates moves are not complicated in themselves, but they do need to be performed with the correct technique. Along with focus and precision to gain the best results. The best way to learn Reformer Pilates is to get a good understanding of the technique initially with some basic sessions.

This way you will make the exercises as effective as possible and prevent injury. You will get the chance to ask all the questions you need to understand about your body position and muscles activation etc. Bespoke sessions ensure exercises will be adapted if you have injuries or you are returning to fitness. We will build up to more challenging dynamic exercises depending on how you’re getting on with a session.

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What are the Benefits of Pilates Reformer for Beginners?

A Pilates workout is known to strengthen your power house (abdominal, lower back, glutes and pelvic floor muscles). But also bring multiple other benefits to you both for your mind and body:

Increased overall strength and fitness
Improves sports performance
Improves bone density
Enhances mind body connection
Increased core strength and stability
Improved balance and coordination
Pain management
Improved posture
Increased circulation and lymphatic drainage
Boost energy levels and feel better

For more information, read our 10 benefits of Pilates blog.

What is the difference between Reformer and Studio Pilates?

Reformers are probably the most well known Pilates machine and there are places that just offer group sessions using this one piece of equipment which tend to be higher tempo, dynamic or even bootcamp Pilates. Generally people refer to equipment Pilates as Reformer Pilates as it is the most commonly used.

Beginning Pilates?

We see plenty of gym goers who have gained injuries by working too hard, too quickly without a solid foundation. Pilates gives you that strong postural foundation in order to support more challenging moves and helps to prevent injuries. Just ask top performing athletes or celebrities who swear by Pilates.

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How Long Does it Take to Work?

Straight away! Pilates is a workout for beginners, you will get warm and know you have been doing exercise! The famous quote from the founder Joseph Pilates is ‘In ten sessions, you will feel the difference; in 20 you will see the difference; and in 30 you will have a whole new body’. Pilates like anything takes time but if you are committed you will really start to notice a difference. Don’t believe us? Check out our reviews. It will give you the foundation and strengthen your deeper postural muscles to support higher impact activities. In other words, it provides a balance to your overall training programs for injury prevention to increase your sports performance.

What Should I Wear?

Something that is comfortable which means you are ready to move. Generally, ladies wear leggings, T shirt and a sports bra. Gentleman wear shorts or stretchy tracksuit bottoms and a T shirt. We recommend wearing grippy Pilates socks when using the Pilates apparatus.

Why Choose Us?

At Wellthy Clinic, we have a thorough understanding of the human body, injuries and the importance of effective exercise rehabilitation. We are professionals that have conducted extensive training with Osteopathy masters degree (4 years) as well as Pilates qualifications, additional post grad courses and ongoing training courses to keep our knowledge updated. We constantly review your exercises and sessions aims to ensure progression and reach your goals. We believe we provide the best beginners Pilates in London. If you have any questions feel free to get in contact.

If you’re ready to begin your journey with Reformer Pilates, book a session with us.