What is the equipment exactly and why was it created? Part scientist, mechanical genius and anatomist, Joseph Pilates created a movement system he coined Contrology, accompanied by a variety of equipment that he referred to as Apparatus. The Apparatus was designed to help accelerate the process of stretching, strengthening, improving body alignment and increasing core strength started with mat work. What’s the most popular piece of equipment or apparatus? The best-known and most popular piece today, the reformer, was originally called the Universal Reformer, aptly named for universally reforming the body. Eventually a full complement of equipment and accessories were designed by Pilates, including the Cadillac, Wunda Chair, High Electric Chair, Spine Corrector, Ladder Barrel and Ped-o-Pul. Seventy-five percent of the Pilates repertoire is performed on the reformer and mat, while other pieces are used for creating a balanced workout and addressing the individual needs of a student. Pilates Equipment vs. Mat. What’s the Difference? Mat classes are the typical entry into Pilates for many participants. Classical Mat exercises are for anyone from a beginner to an elite athlete. The Classical Pilates Method is based on a full, integrated system of equipment—the Mat exercises are just part of the technique (only 25 percent of the Pilates exercise repertoire can be performed on a Mat) and often the first step toward learning the equipment. By adding equipment, you will experience a more authentic, quality experience. The equipment works better and faster to change the body, as the springs on the equipment provide support and resistance that allow an individual to enhance their core connection in a way that is difficult to do on the Mat alone. Because of this, the equipment allows you to shape, tone, lengthen and align quite differently than the Mat. Furthermore, additional advanced core work is available on equipment for the more accomplished practitioner. Last but not least, working on the equipment is fun! Whether Mat classes alone or a combination of Pilates equipment and Mat, a mix of programming options to challenge and progress your essential. Why Springs? Most equipment designs utilize a spring mechanism that the exerciser works to control while moving in various planes. The idea to use springs was conceived while Joseph Pilates was interned during WWI. He attached bed and machinery springs to the bedposts of infirmed prisoners. With the arrangement, he facilitated circulation and healing by moving injured limbs in ranges patients could not otherwise perform, thereby restoring joint function and muscular strength and re-educating the body. What is the Pilates Mat? All of the equipment Joseph Pilates created came after the development of mat work. The equipment is utilized in various ways but is especially for building strength and assisting in precise and beautiful exercises on the mat. Sometimes we say, the mat is the method. Mat work is the entry into Pilates for many participants and clubs. It includes numerous exercises of varying difficulty and progression. Mat work benefits include; increased flexibility including the spine, core strength, breath control, better posture, relief from back, shoulder and neck pains, helps with tight hips, elevates stress.. just to name a few! What is the Reformer? The Universal Reformer, known as the reformer, is the most popular piece of equipment and one of Joseph Pilates’s original inventions. He believed beginning exercise in the horizontal plane was important to relieve the stress and strain on the joints, and to align the body before adding additional gravitational forces through the central axis while standing, sitting or kneeling. Classically, there are more than a hundred movements created for the reformer, each dependent and built upon the other. Your body will feel different after one time on the reformer. The reformer builds lean muscle mass at an incredible rate! All while sculpting the body. Best piece of workout equipment for the body! Contact me for more information! 587-220-5233
Posted on: Wed, 07 Jan 2015 00:08:46 +0000
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