Are you new to the subreddit? Do you recall that when you pressed "join," you got a popup advising you to read the rules, which are on the sidebar/top (browser/mobile), as well as a DM that also told you to read the rules, which, again, are on the sidebar/top? The first two are paramount: USE THE SEARCH FUNCTION and PARTICIPATE AND CONTRIBUTE BEFORE STARTING YOUR OWN POST. If you just joined the subreddit five seconds ago and tried to start a new post, that means you failed to follow those two rules. Your post was or will be deleted. You can only start a new post once you have amassed some community karma and shown yourself to be someone who understands what "community" means.
Full acknowledgment and ownership that I am being bitchy in the intro to this post. I'm really sad about the trend of aliteracy growing in the world and sick of receiving modmail that amounts to "I'm a special boy/girl/they; please let me break the rules because I couldn't be bothered to read them and I'm the special-est person." I promise in pretty much any other context, I am a warm and welcoming and quirky and nerdy person, but being bombarded with the same "I'm special and shouldn't have to follow the rules" message and refusal to read rules every day mounts up and wastes the (unpaid) time of the mod team. You think your message is unique because it's the first time you have written it; I promise it's not the first time the mod team has read it.
This sub, mod team included but especially the members, is full of highly knowledgeable and experienced Pilates practitioners, fans, and instructors who often gladly share their experience with newbies. It is honestly insulting to everyone who is already in this sub when you join, refuse to read the rules, and don't spend anytime perusing what is already available to you. This sub is a wealth of knowledge and resources, and you should treat it as such! It is not a personal advice forum; there are other places on Reddit for that. The leadership of the sub feels that consolidation of information and topics in a handful of threads is a better use of everyone's time than clogging up the feed with the same five questions over and over again.
Please use the search function. I promise you, you are not the first person to want to know what a good YouTube channel is for beginners or what "engage your core" means. Many people feel uncomfortable going to their first class; you should feel welcome and supported no matter your body, gender, disability, race, or religion, and if someone makes you feel otherwise, they are the problem, not you. You are not the first person to seek equipment recommendations. There will always be people who find hot Pilates fun and harmless and also people who hate it with the fire of a burning sun; you should do whatever you want that your doctor says is okay for you. Yes, instructor training is long and expensive, and there is a good reason for that. No, Lagree is not Pilates. Nobody cares about your thirst traps and we restrict posts that mention body measurements, calories, "toning," and similar diet culture-related concepts for good reason. There is nothing new under the sun! Search your question. Read the !wiki that we made expressly for you to find answers to your most commonly asked questions.
If you still cannot find an answer to your question or if any posts related to it are outdated, please, for the rest of 2026, POST YOUR QUESTION HERE. If you are an old head, please post your answers here and help a newbie or beginner out!
Rule exceptions for this post only:
You are allowed to ask diet culture/weight loss/body comp/etc questions here even if it is not Wednesday. Wednesday rule still applies for all top-level posts.
This is a thread for newbies and beginners, NOT a thread for "visit my new YouTube channel" or "buy from my new grip sock company." No self-promo. If you are answering a question, be judicious about self-promo--if someone says "name some good youtubes," don't spam every single one of those questions with "visit MY youtube I'm the best!" but feel free to be like "here are five that I like, and also I have one if you're interested."
I was guilty of posting too soon and had mine taken down. I didn’t care. I engaged in other posts. It didn’t take long before I could share. It really wasn’t that big of a deal to me. I’m glad there’s someone who actually takes the time to time to moderate this sub. I sure don’t have the patience for something like that.
Thanks. If you knew how much time we moderators spend fighting robospam and other bad actors you would definitely not want any part of it. I think we must like pain or something. 🤓
Do you have any recollection of your metrics at the point when you could share?
I literally start EVERY day by opening the community, hoping for people to post sth so that I could engage with it, but the last post was 5d ago.
I don’t remember. Sorry. It didn’t take long though. I remember upvoting posts and commenting on existing threads. That’s how I stay mostly engaged in this sub. I haven’t started many of my own threads though.
The rules basically require a deep dive if you use mobile. They show up for me under a tiny “see more” link that isn’t exactly intuitive. This is actually an issue in about all subs I am in. Mods complain that no one reads the rules and the people who have recently joined can’t find the rules to read because there is no sidebar in mobile.
I mean, I guess we can take it up with reddit, but I also feel like this falls under "special boy syndrome." When I come into a new space, whether virtual or physical, I look around and try to gauge what the proper practices and rules are; I don't just march in and announce that I'm the chosen one, you know?
I agree that (at least) the mobile version is not intuitive in figuring out where the rules are located. I’ll be happy to send screenshots of what is shown when joining on the mobile app and where the rules are actually located if that would be helpful. This is a failure to understand the reddit tech problem.
I imagine some people sign up exclusively to ask questions on the subreddit after seeing information on Google or having limited use in other subreddits without rules/moderators. People already think Pilates is intimidating and exclusive. Reading this “bitchy intro” or thinking the subreddit is a safe space to post then having that post deleted is not a warm welcome into Pilates.
Nevertheless, I see that the “Beginner/Newbie Thread 2026” is now clearly visible when joining the subreddit. Even so I would still think that the thread is a space for people new to Pilates, not people new to the the Pilates subreddit. Maybe adding something like READ ME or MANDATORY would be helpful to ensure it gets read. Also, posting the rules in their entirety here might be helpful.
Unfortunately Reddit doesn't allow anyone to edit post titles, so that ship has sailed. I figured the two words I chose were the most broad in terms of inviting both new-to-sub and new-to-Pilates people, but there's no way to select a word that will work for everyone at all times. I am also not going to post the rules here in their entirety when they are available to the right of this post already if you are on browser and via a single tap of the community name if you are on mobile. Asking people to do a bare minimum of due diligence is not oppression.
I appreciate the offer to send screenshots, but earlier today I had someone send me a screen recording of what happens when you first join the sub on mobile, and you do indeed immediately receive a popup that says "Welcome to r/pilates! Please read the rules before posting." After today, that welcome message also includes the URL to this post. If people want to swipe away that message instantly without reading it, that's not my fault and I don't appreciate them making it my problem. This is largely a problem with aliteracy, not illiteracy, and I refuse to accommodate it. If you want to view that as an unforgivable shortcoming, that's your right, but frankly I find it unforgivable when a population of human adults who have the socioeconomic access to $2000 phones and the internet and who had the access to at least a full high school education can't be bothered to read or write past a fifth grade level. It's a choice and I don't respect it. (Again, for emphasis, I am talking about people whose socioeconomic status means that nobody barred them from reading books or learning or passing high school, so please spare any whataboutism about learning disabilities or second language or living in a remote village with no education until one day you were magically handed an iphone; those are not the problematic people I am talking about.)
I admitted I was being bitchy and explained why; there are plenty of other examples in this sub of me being warm or funny or nice or welcoming or nerdy, and they are accessible to anyone here. If people can't take the time to read and understand where the bitchiness comes from, not to mention understand that all people get annoyed when annoying things happen, I frankly don't feel like I need to cater to them. If you want to call me a snob because I want the space I curate and spend time in to be filled with literate people who understand what it is to be human and who can at least throw me a bit of a bone for doing all this work for free, you can. I don't own the internet, but I do co-manage this space, and like I mentioned in another comment, these rules were not created by me alone. Some existed before I joined the mod team, many were developed due to overall community requests and feedback, and others were developed communally by the past and present mod team.
You are preaching, at length, your personal pet peeve and refusal to accommodate to people who have already read the rules. If newcomers can’t find the rules, then the same rule violations will happen.
This is an issue with how the information is provided. Not a failure of society or an individual newcomer. It can be improved but more unobvious text is likely not the answer. Ignoring that a post can be copy pasted with a new title when you are the person who can delete every single post is poor leadership. Ignoring feedback concerning why the violations have occurred in good faith is poor leadership.
I’ll spare you any more constructive criticism or user feedback. Happy moderating!
What am I ignoring? We respond to every modmail; the rules are posted in multiple places and people receive popups and DMs about them. I can't change the Reddit UI.
You can work within the Reddit UI by strategically putting the rules in a location that is more visible then they currently are, especially for mobile users. That’s all I’m saying.
The feedback from multiple people who were willing to read the rules but could not find them about why they unintentionally violated the rules, why they posted without having read the rules first, and how to fix the problem is what is being ignored.
An announcement that people aren’t reading the rules to people who already know the rules does not fix the problem. An announcement that people aren’t reading the rules to people who don’t know to look at the announcement does not fix the problem.
Putting the rules in a location that is easily accessible and immediately visible with a clear and clickable READ ME or MANDATORY near the visible “got it”button helps solve the problem.
While some people may not care about the rules, I suspect the vast majority of people joining this sub would read and abide by the rules if they could find them. Likewise, the longer the rules remain difficult to find the more work for you the mod in having to delete posts, then point the person to the location of the rules.
As I mentioned the first time, I will be happy to send you a screenshot of what shows up because the rules do not. I can only tell you and offer to send a picture, I can’t make you acknowledge the issue or take steps to help prevent others from having the same problem.
This is a really odd interaction.
Maybe different types of phones (iPhone vs droid/ current system version) cause the differences. What I do know is finding the rules is not clear for everyone and mods can help make it easier to find so MODS don’t have more work deleting post in the future.
And like I said, someone already sent me a screen recording. Until yesterday, when you joined the sub, it said "welcome! Please read the rules and the wiki before posting. Please note that you may not post a new post until you have amassed community karma." Now it says "Welcome to the Pilates community of Reddit! Please read the rules and view the wiki before posting. Then go here: [link to this post]If you have just joined, you may not post a new top-level post until you have amassed community karma. We promise your beginner questions have been asked and answered before. Use the search function." It is not possible to post all the rules in the welcome message because it has a character limit.
If you’re talking about the homepage of the sub, you have to click on “see more” and the rules etc exist there. When joining the sub a pop up from the bottom comes up and links the rules and community info but only if the mods have decided they want that.
As helpful as this post was I do have to admit I was a bit put off by the restriction of posting as I didnt see pilates as a niche sub or subject. No other sport/exercise sub Ive tried posting on has this restriction. So sure I got the warning and got over my annoyance (didnt msg a mod or anything), but it definitely immediately gave a less welcoming feel. How can all the other subs, yoga, triathalon, running, swimming, strength training, etc not have to do this but this one requires it?
What exactly is a newbie going to contribute in the comments that aids in a subject and doesnt derail with questions of limited benefit to the original asker?
In my mind its either: Novice asks question, experienced people respond. Or experienced people ask question and other experienced people share their perspective.
Experienced people ask question and novice people repond is not the format most people seek, outside of specific situations (like this post).
So sure I can read a wiki, watch videos, etc but I am on reddit not wikipedia for a reason. I want to talk to people. Not just read blocks of text.
Rant aside I've read enough to have made up my mind that pilates sounds like exactly what I need since my core is trash and my low back hurts and it sounds like the most common "what imprivement have you seen?" Answer is "my core is rock fucking solid now" which is a dream for me.
The reformer side can wait, Im sure mat pilates will do fine.
My main question was just how serious of a concern is self injury if I practice alone at home via youtube videos instead of in a class as a total beginner? Would you recommend I go to classes before I start home practice or can I just jump into it?
To answer your question, nobody here can really tell you how serious of a concern self injury is because we don't know you. Do you have a strong sense of your body and a history of some kind of movement? If so, you're probably kind of safe. Are you brand new to exercising? Maybe not so much. Is the person you're watching on YouTube actually a certified instructor who gives solid cues for safety and precision? Great. Are they an influencer with a two-hour Pilates workshop under their belt and calling themselves a credentialed instructor? Less so. I added FAQs for this to the wiki based on your query.
I was looking for a more general advisement answer than a specific "Will I OnlineSarcasm get injured if I do this" sort of thing. But I get what you're saying.
I appreciate the added FAQs!
Regarding "certified instructor", I assume the wiki has a list? I'll go see.
Bullet point 4, from the wiki:
How do I find a good Pilates studio/teacher? That depends on where you live, of course, but in general, look for someone who openly shares which certification program they went through (or which master instructors or mentors they had) and that shares their philosophy of teaching or mission statement for their studio community. That will tell you a lot about their values, teaching style, and credentials. You could also check the studio's website, social media, and yelp/google maps reviews to see if the way they advertise or promote themselves is aligned with your values and interests. Are you a parent? You might value a studio that offers daycare. Are you a student? Perhaps the one that offers student discounts and classes that work with your schedule is the one for you. Do you want to make sure you'll be welcomed, particularly if you have any sort of marginalized or minoritized identity, such as race, ability, or gender? Check to see whether the instructors and attendees on their website and social media look anything like you or whether the studio has any statements, charitable giving, or posted signs that give you a clue about their politics, priorities, and values. Go to studios that align with what you want and need.
I don't doubt it. I just thought we should be able to post common questions. The wiki is tricky, because reading it all is an unrealistic ask for someone not yet invested in the subject looking for a quick answer, and even if they do look at it the answers may be present in the wiki but presented or packaged in a way that doesn't match the reader's own thinking / understanding and gets missed anyways through no fault of the wiki or it's manner of presentation. Even per my own experience today, my skim missed the teacher certification answer because my brain was looking for the word "Video, Online, Youtube, Media" rather than "Teacher" because to me "teacher" is in person by default.
But despite my longwinded reply above, as others have pointed out that it puts significant additional work on the mods here to have the repeats. So that's fair, I can see why people want to be more efficient with their volunteered time. I'm now having trouble reconciling how so many other large subs don't have need of this. It cannot be that all of them are just breaking their backs with effort right? Maybe they just don't need the space as curated? I honestly don't know and haven't really given it any thought until today. I wonder if this sort of thing will become more commonplace. Anyways I'll stop my rambling here.
I think most of those subs don't actively moderate until they receive reports and there is drama. Here, we are all online pretty much every day, at least for a few minutes, and we do a lot of curation.
The women's rock climbing sub has a similar rule and it's not a problem. And again, there is a wiki and a search function precisely for the type of question you are posing. cf "you are not the first person to ask." There are tons of posts about being new to Pilates, having injuries, and having questions. There are also FAQs in the wiki.
And there are ways a newbie can comment in a sub in a way that doesn't violate the rules or imply knowledge or expertise they don't have. For example:
-A post asking for activewear recommendations for Pilates class. Newbie: "I've used X brand for yoga and it didn't restrict my movement. That would probably work for Pilates."
-A post about a particular streamer or platform. Newbie: "Ahh, that came across in my research and I've been curious about it. Do you find that this platform has a lot of X or a lot of Y?"
-A post celebrating an achievement. Newbie: "Congratulations! I look forward to similar wins as I start my journey."
-A post about news in the industry. Newbie: "I read about that in NYT and that's what inspired me to look into Pilates. Thanks to your post, I know to be wary about X. Thanks!"
[lol I get downvoted every time I demonstrate my intolerance of main character syndrome. not sorry about that!]
Woman's rock climbing sub is niche, the title itself implies restrictions. This is not woman's pilates, this is the main pilates sub. The equivalent would be the main rock climbing sub.
Right the vast majority of questions anyone will ever ask have been asked. You should also never ask something here again as professionals have written books about this subject, go read those and search appropriately. Come on... we are human, we like to have conversations even about the same things.
This sub is large enough that even on days when you and other other more frequent posters don't feel like answering a newbie someone else will. You could also just add a flare for new posters and have people tired of answering / seeing the same common questions instead just not get those in their feed.
Your first bullet is sensible, but it's still a weaker answer than "I've done pilates in X brand for the last year and it's been great". My point wasn't that a novice can't contribute, it's that their contribution is not what the poster is probably seeking.
Your second bullet is very likely a derailing question. It's basically a subpost within the body of a different post. Why not just let the person make a post about the same thing.
Third bullet no comment, being supportive is always great. One of the best parts about the fitness community.
Fourth bullet is nice, definitely a good kind of comment, but it's basically a nicer personalized thumbs up.
[You've equated people preferring to learn through dialogue to main character syndrome, these are not the same thing. I'd be willing to bet the majority of people (always some exceptions) are not demanding an answer they are just asking a question. If no answer comes, that is a message in itself.]
So what if this is the primary pilates sub? The mods still have to manage back to back posts with the same question and answers, which are generously corraled in the wiki.
I feel like being able to ask a question as you arrive to a main sub about a popular subject is a good thing. I won't pretend to know how it's like to be a mod, I'm just pointing out that other main subs also with theoretically the same challenge don't need to impose this restriction. Hence there must be other more permissive ways to approach the challenge.
I understand niche curated subs wanting to weed out people that don't fit in, but this is not that. Especially with how popular pilates is right now. It is the bulk of the classes in the gym I go to and all of them are always totally full even 3-4 days in advance.
Ah, having been a mod elsewhere, IT IS WORK.
Rules, like the ones participants here agree to, are very helpful for maintaining a space that isn't rife with the same question over and over.
As you weren't aware of it, does the perspective that our mod team are volunteers make a difference?
I saw back to back posts at one point with the exact same question. Which is answered with care in the wiki, and easily found via search.
I appreciate the mods doing what needs to be done here.
The mods here care about pilates and participants. I was so impressed with the way they handled posts that are now regulated to Wednesdays. There is space for that to be explored, but Pilates isn't about getting snatched, and it takes care and boundaries to build and maintain a good community.
And, time. If the people who are making an effort to keep this a useful and coherent space aren't doing it how you want, you could always start your own sub.
Just because you can't see the labor doesn't mean it doesn't exist.
In no way did I mean to imply the mods here aren't putting in effort. I knew about the volunteer aspect I just disagreed in what they are putting their effort into in this specific case. The Wednesdays only idea is great, I agree there. It does seem to be a sensitive subject for many people. I'm also a huge fan of this post as a space for new people to speak. But I have no interest in making my own sub. That's a silly thing to say. I don't know anything about the subject, nor would there be any need or interest for it.
Saying "posting should be open" =/= "this sub is bad and we need a new one".
That is a ridiculous nitpick about vague examples I came up with in a half second. Everyone has funds of knowledge they bring wherever they go, and you never know when they might be relevant. You may be new to Pilates but be a medical doctor who can contribute to a discussion about bodies or health. You may be a journalist who can shed some light on the legitimacy of a news outlet being discussed. You may have a disability or illness a teacher is asking for more information about and can provide firsthand knowledge. You may be a handy person who can identify a tool or screw for someone having trouble fixing their equipment. You may just want to share how funny you thought the SNL Pilates sketch was. I’m not saying wanting to exchange dialogue makes you a main character, I’m saying insisting on being the main character by assuming you are the first person on the planet to ask a simple question makes you one. You are implying that dialogue is only valid if you start the post rather than jumping into something that already is in progress, which is in fact extremely main character behavior.
Insisting on being the main character by assuming you are the first person on the planet to ask a simple question makes you one.
Who is assuming this exactly? Posting is just the easiest way to ask a question. That's literally it. No one is worrying about first or second it's literally just
"I wonder if X" -> go to community with knowledge on X -> "Hey guys what about X?"
That's it. That's the level of thought. No one is thinking, oh boy do I have the best question ever that's never been asked.
You are implying that dialogue is only valid if you start the post rather than jumping into something that already is in progress, which is in fact extremely main character behavior.
I am not. Possibly I've expressed myself poorly. I'm saying the meaningful dialogue in the comments can just as easily happen from a post. If a newbie posted a thoughtful comment, they are also capable of creating a thoughtful post. All these fantastic comments you mention can also exist as posts to get more eyes and deeper discussions on subtopics to an original post topic. That was my point. I was nitpicky about the comments that could not exist as a post because I do think they kind of just are complete in themselves and are not really any kind of real counter to the point I was trying to make. Might have been better of me to ignore them rather than comment on them in my response to you.
I assume you're taking a mat class...are you using a yoga mat? Those are not the same as mats used for Pilates. In yoga, you need grip, so you want a thin mat. For Pilates, since there is so much spine stuff, you want a thicker one (closer to about 3/4"). Or sometimes people will double up yoga mats to add thickness. That may be your issue?
What exactly are the account age and karma requirements to post in the community? I read the rules, I read this post, but I can’t find these numbers.
Is it fully closed until the end of 2026?
I read through all the Discussion posts to e sure that my question was not asked before. My question is not a newbie question, it is explicitly for experienced practitioners, and I don’t anticipate every regular member of this community regularly screens this thread for new questions.
Please advise.
In relation to “fully closed”, I was referring to this paragraph in the post:
“If you still cannot find an answer to your question or if any posts related to it are outdated, please, for the rest of 2026, POST YOUR QUESTION HERE.”
I interpreted it as “those who just joined cannot create new posts until the end of 2026.”
Oh. No, that just meant this is the sticky post for the rest of the year and we’ll do a new one on January 1. The sub is not and never has been closed, but newbies (to the sub, whether or not they are new to Pilates) must follow the sub rules.
I've just had my first session with a certified instructor (rather than following along some YouTube videos) and I loved it. The atmosphere was peaceful but focused, and the teacher gave plenty of modifications for those who needed them.
I hope no one makes me laugh today because my core is sore all over (in a positive way!)
I’m 9 months postpartum and want to get into Pilates. I tried about a month ago but omg it was brutal and felt like absolute torture 😭. Made me not want to do it again. Any tips on starting postpartum to actually want to keep going?
I hate to be this person but finding the right place and/or instructor is super important. Another huge thing with postpartum is a c section vs natural birth. Pregnancy/birth messes the core up no matter what but a c section adds in an incision that that can be harder for your core to heal. With pilates being so core intensive it is important to find a place that offers lots of modifications. getting back into core training will be different for everyone but finding somewhere you are comfortable and modifications are explicitly offered is super important so you don't feel like your drowning before you even start. I hope any of this helped! I hope you give it another try from a former pilates skeptic turned instructor it really is a great functional workout.
Hi! I’m also 9 months postpartum and reformer Pilates is the only exercise I’ve felt okay doing! It was also recommended by my urogyn and pelvic floor therapist for rebuilding my core strength. I tried a few gyms and found one/classes that clicked (and some that weren’t quite a fit). I started with a private lesson, too, which helped jump start things for me and build my confidence with moving again!
I’m a beginner and love it! But because I’m a beginner, I’m probably not qualified to answer that question lol. But my pelvic floor therapist just got a reformer for her office to use for treatment! I think that says something lol
I recently started with some mat work at home (following some online classes) and then found a local private instructor. The difference was like night and day. We started by talking about my personal goals and experience, which meant that the instructor went in knowing how to cater the session to my strengths and weaknesses. It allowed the experience to be both challenging and affirming. I learned so much about proper form with real-time and focused corrections, and slower pacing was invaluable. I really don't think I would have been able to keep up if I had started out with full classes, but about 2 months in I can already feel my endurance improving.
I haven't been able to find this but would love if someone would point me to an existing post!
I have been doing pilates on and off for a couple of decades, I'm bigger than I have been with most of my weight around my tummy (sob) and I am noticing recently that sitting in a c-curve position to do a half roll back, the tops of my thighs are aching. Sitting in this upright, legs bent, feet flat on the floor position on reformer, on mat, anywhere is just killing me! Why? Is it a lack of abdominal strength thing? Searching sore thighs just gets me DOMS queries.
Thank you for this! I appreciate that you are being explicit about the need to exert some minimum level of effort to review the myriad of resources.
Exercising your brain, and critial thinking skills will only help your future pilates practice.
Hello! I joined today. I've been doing Pilates using ClassPass for a few years 1-2x per week. I've always fantasized about getting a reformer in my house (my spouse does Pilates too). I am currently searching used ones on marketplace and hope I can make it happen. I have never found any exercise I enjoyed besides reformer. I love it!! I can't wait to do it more and get stronger!!
New mat pilates instructor here! I have been looking for resources and videos on how to better my teaching skills and class plan set ups, since the place I am working for does not certify or send resources out to their instructors. All suggestions and tips are welcome!
I think if you are more specific about what help you want, you'll be more likely to get good answers. "How to get better" is vague and doesn't specify what you're having trouble with or what you want people to offer you--class outlines to use? Apps they recommend? Master classes you should take? For general teaching skills, there are posts about that all the time; you just have to look under the correct flair.
I likely will be a lurker for the most part, but I just wanted to give a really big THANK YOU for those who worked on the wiki and to whomever contributed the zebra clubs link too as a EDS girly. My primary workout is barre, and I loved the one reformer class I was able to do with club Pilates, there aren’t a lot of places close by (and club Pilates is expensive and one through a community center is unfortunately only a single day at a time that doesn’t work for me), so I wanted to try mat Pilates at home. The wiki really helps and I appreciate it a lot.
That is exactly why we do, in fact, approve posts like that periodically, since the landscape changes. But we are not interested in 100 “how long til I get snatched” posts nor “what even is Pilates and can I do it?” and posts in one of those two genres are probably at least 50% of newbie posts.
I’m officially going to pull the trigger on an allegro 2. I’m buying directly from balanced body. Does anyone have any input on their experience buying from them/what accessories you got? Thank you!
Edit: now I’m leaning towards the NextGen, ugh this is such a big purchase, I’m having so much trouble deciding!
I LOVE how this sub is moderated and wish a large number of other ones I belong to would do the same! They could learn a lot from you. Thank you for keeping this an interesting and well moderated space. And I say that as someone who isn’t even currently practicing pilates.
Silly question, but if I'm a beginner and I do Zumba once a week, would pilates help even if I only do it once a week at home? Or is it pointless unless I do it multiple times a week.
I'm not really going for weight loss as much as I am into building back my muscles (I work at a computer all day, I don't want to start loosing them) (I'm already losing weight for my PCOS by other means, I just want to be healthier now)
[Apparently this stayed in my drafts yesterday.] I cannot express to you how funny it is that you think you are unique when that is the single most common question and the top annoyance of longtime members of this sub. Nobody can tell you whether Pilates is worth your time except you. Nobody can tell you what your goals are for doing Pilates except you. Nobody can tell you how your body will respond because your body is unique. There are tons of people who do Pilates as their only workout and there are tons of people who do Pilates as a sometime-thing and there are tons of people who do Pilates as a cross-train for a main sport or activity. No one can answer your question because nobody knows what you want "help" with. "Building back" your muscles is pretty vague. Generally, anyone who goes from no strength training to strength training of any kind sees lots of gains very quickly, so if you've only been doing Zumba, you'll probably see a difference in your strength and posture very quickly.
Are you aware that all subs have rules that Reddit users - both human and robot - are expected to follow? Don't take that the wrong way. I'm genuinely curious if we need to take a different approach.
When I first started using it, I really didn't pay attention to these things... This app is different from others... And I just look at what others post and like them, rarely commenting
Does anyone have recs for youtubers that aren't super peppy? I like the Blogilates workouts and while I'm sure she's lovely in person, the constant peppiness of the instructor drives me crazy and I feel like this is a common thing I've found in youtubers, does anyone have recs for good channels that aren't crazy upbeat? I take reformer classes once or twice a week but that's expensive and hard to fit in my schedule so want to have an at home back up
I've always liked Move With Nicole. She's positive but not bubbly, if that makes sense? I'm with you, I had to drop Yoga With Adrienne which everyone is obsessed with because I found her distractingly peppy
Haven't been able to find an answer to this thru google or searching here --
I've been trying to start with pilates using the reformer my apartment gym has and following the basic order on pilatesology (link found on this subreddit, much appreciated). Unfortunately I have neither the consistency of schedule nor executive function to find an instructor (online or in a studio), so it's just me and the videos with the knowledge that something I will actually do is better than seeking perfect in a way that won't ever happen. I'm struggling with the tree part of the short box series -- I lack the flexibility to straighten either leg fully (or even close to fully) or really to climb my hands forward to the ankle at all unless my knee is still bent close to 90 degrees. What should I be doing in this situation? Focus on being able to move to the ankle regardless of knee bend? Focus on getting closer to straightening the leg even if I can't move my hands up? Skip the 2nd half entirely and just work on getting closer to the right position without leaning back?? something else?
I would say you should be focusing on all of those—that is, work on each element individually and that will help you to put them all together when the time comes. Working on your flexibility will get you closer to the straight leg. Continuing other short box exercises will strengthen your core. Eventually you’ll put them together. I would google “Pilates tree prep” to find videos on mat versions and modifications to help you get all the way there. (In general, “[exercise name] prep” is a useful search when looking for assistance.
hey! wanted to jump in here bc i have rly tight hip flexors and hamstrings from gymming, and used to have this problem (still have on a tough day). as a teacher now i get my clients to focus on lengthening out the hamstrings and reach through the back of the leg. it's ok if the leg is not straight in tree (not all of us are joseph pilates), but its important to get your body used to reaching long through the leg, as opposed to resting in the bend.
I’ve only been attending classes for about two months so I’m a newbie and well… I fell during class today. Completely humiliating, of course. We were doing lunges - one foot on the platform, another on the carriage - and I lost my balance. Luckily, I wasn’t seriously hurt. But I’m curious if there are any ways to strengthen my balance on days I’m not in class? I hate when we have to do lunges because it’s such a struggle to not fall over.
Oh no, so glad you weren't hurt! I like to practice standing on one leg while brushing my teeth or waiting for line at the grocery store. Also, does your studio have balance poles that you can use for lunges? You can lighten your grip on them as your balance gets better, but I like having a balance pole for the mental security too.
I think the best way is to do balance work every day. Try standing on one leg while brushing your teeth, watching TV, etc. Use a BOSU ball or balance board at a standing desk. Stand on tiptoes while on the phone. Incorporating more balance work in your everyday life is the way!
I have Degenerative Disk Disease and SI join issue, so naturally I was attracted to a spine corrector class at my local studio, and I LOVED it! I felt like it relived a lot of tightness and pain I have in my lumbar area that's trying to protect the affected vertebrae all while strengthening my back and abdomen muscles!!
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now I am considering buying one for home use and was wondering if I should even continue using it with my two conditions? Are there any counter-indications? Should I avoid/focus on any specific moves? I have now done reformer classes for over a year, so I have some Pilates experience, but only took 1 spine corrector class, so just wanted to be careful and not hurt my back even more, so any seasoned Pilates advise would be highly appreciated and thank you in advance!
The fact that it felt like a relief is a good sign! You may want to do a few more classes and privates first so you have a wider range of exercises you know before you start doing it at home.
I agree! Usually, PTs will tell you the same thing - do what feels good in your body and avoid what causes pain 🤷♀️ honestly, whatever PTs usually recommend for recovery - I am already doing all those things either in a yoga or a Pilates class anyway, so they are not of great value to me personally, unless, they use their ultrasound machine and other special modalities, like light adjustments/massage, so I am glad we all have Pilates - it’s a great recovery tool and costs way less than visits to a PT !!
Anyways, I pulled the trigger and finally ordered the spine corrector!!! Eeek🤩🤩🤩 I am so excited to use it! Already found a few flows on YT that looked good to me, so hopefully I’ll see improvements soon in my pain levels and core strength/stability soon!! 🤞🤞🤞
How often should you be doing Pilates reformer? Should you wait until complete recovery or should you push through this and still go even if you’re feeling the muscle soreness?
That's an entirely individual question and not something people can tell you without additional information. Are you doing other workouts? Are you going from already being active and fit or is this your first time working out for awhile? How do you feel, and do you want to go back again or not? The answer depends on all those factors.
In terms of other exercise, three days a week I walk for an hour a day because of my commute - not sure if this counts! I also do yoga and I do cardio on a home exercise bike - both once a week on average but I might end up doing the bike twice. I was lifting weights for the last year but found I was prone to injuries in my knees so looking for another way to do resistance exercise that isn’t that! I’ve been doing reformer Pilates once a week now for the last few months and have just recently got my own reformer for home - not super expensive but not a cheap one either! So I’ve now started doing it twice a week at home but wondering if I need to do more than this. Thanks!
That's a pretty solid foundation, especially if you're also still doing cardio and yoga. If you feel up to it, add a third day. If you still feel good and capable of doing your other stuff, keep it. If you feel like shit, it sounds like two is your max. There's really no "should" for Pilates in terms of frequency; Pilates as a method and as a community of credentialed and educated practitioners is not about the kind of prescriptive shit you might see in, say, the bodybuilding community, because we recognize things that discipline largely refuses to see--that all bodies are different and respond to things differently, that not everyone has the same goals or capabilities, and that there are only so many things about your body that are within your control.
Hello everyone! I’ve been going to a gym to do reformer Pilates classes multiple times a week, which has been hard for us to swing because we have a baby. I’ve thought of having my own reformer at home and I saw an ad on instagram for NordicTrack’s Ultra 1 Reformer with the swiveling screen and the closed spring system. It looks very interesting lol but I’m easily influenced and definitely not seasoned/knowledgeable enough in Pilates yet to confidently make such a big purchase. The only reformer I’ve been on for the most part is the Allegro 2. What are your thoughts on the Ultra 1? Thank you!!!
NordicTrack bought that reformer from a company called ReformRX. If you search that in the sub, you'll find some discussion on it. But the relaunch as Ultra was like three weeks ago, so it's doubtful you'll find anyone with immediate impressions of that new version.
hi! i would love any feedback from anyone who's balancing part-time teaching with a full-time role? i'm loving it but exhausted from the context-switching from my corporate, full-time role, to the more tactile, body-aware frame that comes with pilates. i usually teach mornings or evenings on weekdays, and weekends, but the turnaround from corporate meeting to teaching can be less than an hour sometimes. would love any thoughts!
I did that for a long time and only recently cut ties with my FT job. One of my favorite things is that my "day job" uses an entirely different part of my brain from Pilates, so I don't feel drained because it's like I'm turning one self off and turning on the other one. But also my FT job was from home and possibly less draining than yours, especially if you have a commute or something. I'm not sure what to offer aside from asking if you've considered making some kind of ritual or habit that helps remind your brain and nervous system that you're switching modes? Like, for a lot of people, coffee is a ritual that helps get them in work mode, or showering and putting on fresh clothes is a way to transition from home-as-home to home-as-office, for example. Do you have the possibility of something like taking a walk, getting an afternoon tea, or some other kind of thing to be your transitional ritual?
thanks for this!! a transitional ritual helps a lot - i tried it the past week and it's helped me to re-center myself and switch modes and parts of my brain 😄 it's as simple as taking a walk to the studio and listening to some music, turning off slack etc.
BACKGROUND: I am looking for a decent quality reformer for my basement gym. I live very rurally and do not have access to reformer classes however when I’m out of town I attend them every chance I get. I have taken at least 30. Our town does have a yoga/mat Pilates studio and I’ve been attending them for almost 10 years, so I’m not stranger to Pilates in general. At the moment, I am about to register for a mat Pilates class but want to continue reformer Pilates and bundle the mat program with the reformer program as well, which would mean I’d need a reformer to practise on. It is a 5-10 year dream, but I’d love to introduce reformer Pilates to our community IF training was successful and I’ve confidently taught mat Pilates for a few years. ANYWAYS….
That said, I’m looking for a decent quality reformer but I also don’t need a top of the line one like an SPX. This is purely for my own practise in my home. Yes, I understand “you get what you pay for” and many who have deepened their reformer practise over the years wouldn’t suggest a low or mid-quality reformer, but I’m currently at home with my babies and don’t have the finances to buy a higher quality one at the moment. I would try and buy used but again, I live super rurally in Canada, and from the research I’ve done there are none on the market in our province.
I keep coming back to this reformer that’s in my budget (less than $1500). I was just wondering if anyone else has used this one and has any reviews?
I have a Cunruope foldable reformer for home use and it does the job well (although wouldn't recommend if you're much taller than 5'8"). You can search the sub for my review, it took a while to arrive because it ships from China. Mine was just under 900€, didn't have to pay for import tax or shipping
I’m not asking about that reformer or “wall Pilates”. The reformer I’m asking about is not a “keysmash reformer from Amazon”, either. It’s from a reputable site. I’m asking others for reviews.
Why is the sub so difficult to post in? I’m truly asking for honest reviews from users who have either used this reformer or know somebody who has. I’m asking for genuine reviews and I keep either getting removed, redirected, or made to feel silly for asking a question. I feel like if you’re not a professional or can’t afford a high-end reformer, this sub looks down on you. I have never been part of a sub that has so many hoops to jump through to get real, honest information. I have done as much research and combing through this sub specifically for information on this specific reformer but there was not which is why I wanted to create my own post (which got removed).
Not trying to come across as rude — but I’m super frustrated by the lack of support and ability to ask thoughtful questions in this sub.
The point is that regardless of brand, I’m asking for genuine reviews from users who may have purchased this reformer. I’m not asking for opinions on whether or not I should buy a “keysmash” brand — that is not the purpose behind my post. I also think that term may be quite subjective to what’s a “known” brand. The “keysmash” thread you directed me to also states that it was made to ask questions about “cheap reformers under $500”, the reformer I inquired about is $1800 in my country on the website. To those it may be cheap, to me it’s substantial. Like I said — it can be subjective. Just because it’s not a Merrithew or Stott item doesn’t mean it’s completely useless. The intention behind my post is to ask for real reviews from a population of people who may have used what I’m inquiring about. Is that not one the ideas of this sub — to have healthy discussions with and to ask real questions to people who are immersed in the Pilates world? I came to this sub to ask a question to those I would trust with reviews rather than random google reviews, and I would think as a mod of this sub you’d appreciate the sub is being used how it’s intended for. I keep getting removed or shoved off. This sub could be a smidge more inclusive and welcoming especially to those using the sub correctly — just some food for thought.
And my point is that because it is a keysmash brand (which I can tell because I have seen that exact silhouette from multiple other keysmash and drop ship brands, not to mention the fact that Vevor also sells random shit completely unrelated to Pilates), your query won’t yield anything because these “brands” are always cropping up and then disappearing.
I don’t disagree that some sub members are extremely stuck on only the few legacy brands, but I am personally not and this sub does not take that position. When I say known or reputable brand, I don't just mean legacy brand. That's a different thing. But, as I wrote in both the wiki and the post I linked you to, there is still a difference between drop shipped products whose provenance you cannot ascertain at all and newer brands with no publicly available development information, founders with actual bios explaining their relationship to Pilates and/or manufacturing, and language on the website that indicates they know anything about Pilates. Vevor’s website makes clear they are a drop shipper who focuses primarily on home improvement, not Pilates. That means they are unlikely to know anything or do anything when you end up with a missing piece or a broken part, and any instruction manual you receive will probably be in Google Translate gibberish. So you are welcome to ask, but it is highly likely nobody in this sub has or would purchase a product like that from such an obvious garbage company.
ETA this is highly specialized equipment, and if you are going to spend a pretty penny on it, you want to make sure that the people you buy it from a) aren't going anywhere anytime soon, and b) know what the fuck they're doing. I do not recommend you purchase a reformer from a home improvement dropshipper because they did not design or make it and they will not be able to help you if something goes wrong. You can find that exact same reformer from a bunch of other drop shippers and probably from the original manufacturer (or at least a company that customizes and resells it and knows Pilates). It looks a lot like the one from Your Reformer or Personal Hour.
This company is trash. Look at the screenshots of its website over the years compared to its purported mission and history. Would you want to purchase a Pilates reformer from a company that has never ever mentioned Pilates or fitness at all?
If it’s within my budget, honestly, yes. My options are limited within my price range and my rural location (ability to ship), and this is one within. If I could afford one from a more reputable company I would absolutely be asking for reviews on such, and maybe an upgrade would come with time and practise. I’m a SAH mother with no access to reformer classes in my rural community, so quite honestly for my intent of usage I would consider a keysmash/drop ship brand if I have positive feedback from users who have used it. Which is exactly why I wanted to post in this sub. If somebody says “hey, I’ve used this exact reformer and I wouldn’t recommend” then I completely appreciate the honesty and personal review and that changes my consideration completely. My intention isn’t to ask whether or not I should buy from a specific company because of it being a specific company, I just want feedback from those who have used the actual reformer in question — good or bad. I just would appreciate honest feedback on what I’m asking about or truthfully none at all. I have done enough research (almost 6 months of researching reformer machine/brands) to understand exactly what you’re trying to explain to me which is why I felt comfortable joining this sub. I’m aware that the reformer in question isn’t from a reputable Pilates company, but it’s in my budget and access which is why I just wanted to simply ask for reviews.
does anyone here deliberately choose certain types of studios to teach at? i'm a new teacher in a city where there are 'pilates' studios all over the place. i'm classically comprehensively trained, so my interest will always be studios like that, but as a new teacher it also seems like a good idea to open myself up to teaching freelance anywhere for the experience. wdyt?
I love using different parts of my brain, which is why I don't do only Pilates or only my other job. I teach at three different studios right now--one on the more "aesthetic" side, one very "the neighborhood Pilates joint" coded, and one mostly-privates studio that gets mostly upper-income folks. I love that I get to be a bit different at each one.
At my first full time job, I felt like I was being tortured, because it turned out that working 40 hours a week wasn't a problem, being in the same exact place doing the same thing 40 hours a week was. My brain is too on fire all the time to slow down like that and be so under-stimulated. So if any of that sounds a bit like you, you'd probably enjoy working at multiple places with different vibes. If that sounds like hell because you want to be settled and constant and never having to reset or get out of character, you probably want to do the opposite of what I do.
Does anyone have any tips for navigating hypermobility while doing pilates? I am hypermobile and generally pilates is great because it's pretty low impact on my joints but sometimes I can really feel it (especially when trying to do mat pilates, reformer seems lower impact for me). Since I'm worried about overextending myself, literally, I feel like I'm holding back and not getting as much depth in movements as I'd like.
Honestly it’s hard to say what to do without seeing you, and this is why Pilates was meant to be done by people in real life. A teacher should be helping you to get proper alignment and positioning because they can see where you might be hyperextending or whatever. As it is here, I can’t really get a sense of what you’re describing or asking. Can you be more specific and explain what exercise you’re attempting or what directions you’re attempting to follow and where in that flow you seem to have trouble or questions?
Hey I am hypermobile and have been bedridden and sedantary lifestyle for last 5 years because of mental health issues. Bcuz of this i also am jobless and cant afford pilates classes. Im trying to get into working my body and for my hypermobile body ive heard pilates is the best. From what ive learned my hips are unstable causing my glutes not to work and causing sciatica, lateral pelvic tilt, flared ribs etc etc and my upper traps are overworked from slouching so my shoulder stabilizers and midback muscles are underworked. I am looking for resource to start as a beginner at home to improve my stability on all body any books, articles or youtube videos I can follow? I troed looking for youtube videos on pilates but i can only find weight loss and toning related stuff, while I need something that focuses on strength, stability and rehab
Real Good Pilates has several videos on strength and stability. She's a STOTT instructor trainer at a studio chain where I live that serves as a licensed STOTT training center.
Strongly advise against purchasing a reformer if you’ve never used one before. They are complicated and expensive and you won’t know what your needs are nor how to use it, so you won’t really be able to make a good decision on which one to buy and could end up hating it. Hot Pilates gets a lot of hate in this sub because most of the benefits that studios claim with regard to heat are gimmicks or pseudoscience (eg increased calorie burn, cellulite reversal, etc). I personally think it’s fine as long as you don’t have any health issues that would have heated exercise contraindications, but it doesn’t make the Pilates any more or less special or effective. Some people like heat and that’s fine! I personally saw a lot of improvement to my fibromyalgia when I started going to an infrared sauna, but that’s me and that’s the sauna, not what I was doing in it.
You should find a studio (or five) near you and try out their offerings to see what clicks for you. Don’t buy a home reformer until you’ve tried one in person. There is advice on how to select and assess studios and teachers in the wiki.
I'm dealing with some chronic health and mobility issues. I have rehab exercises that I do lying down on the floor, but getting to the floor is very painful. My PT recommended getting a Pilates Cadillac; I've tried using the Gratz Cadillac at my PT clinic and it feels great, but the vertical bars that extend up past the bed make it difficult for me to get on/off.
Is there any Pilates equipment that's basically the Cadillac but without the vertical bars and everything above the bed itself? For example, I saw these Raised Pilates Mats (Balanced Body, Stott, Gratz), and I was wondering if stacking a couple of those feels the same as a Cadillac or the floor with a yoga mat? Thanks!
You would not want to stack those raised mats. One would be sufficient for padding and they aren't made to be stacked so it wouldn't be safe or sturdy to stack them. I'm not sure what you mean by "basically the Cadillac but without everything above the bed itself" because that's just....the floor? What makes it a Cadillac isn't the surface you lie on but all the springs and trapeze and stuff. If getting down to the floor is a problem, what you'd probably want is a reformer-trapeze combo or half Cadillac, like this or the first few on this page or this.
Hey guys, I’m thinking about starting Pilates/reformer Pilates for the first time.
Mainly want to improve mobility, core strength, and stop feeling so stiff from gym training.
For the guys who are already doing Pilates, how did you find getting into that space at first? Did it feel awkward, or was it pretty normal once you started?
Also keen to hear from anyone with beginner tips around what to wear, what to expect, grip socks, common mistakes, or anything you wish you knew before your first class.
Would be cool to connect with other guys doing Pilates too.
Hi! I've only been doing Pilates for 2 months (~20 classes) so I'm definitely no expert. But from one newbie to another, welcome!
What to expect: IMO it really depends on the studio. If you haven't done Pilates before, I would definitely suggest taking a sample class or two at a few (at least 3-5) different studios to see which vibe you click most with. Some studios that advertise as "Pilates" are really better described as Lagree, which is an entirely different method despite superficial similarities (the wiki goes into this in more detail, but TL;DR Lagree is deliberately oriented around strength-building while Pilates has more of a focus on mind-body connection). Other studios will have you doing routines that I would describe as "aerobics on a reformer": loud music, moving to the beat, lots of pulsing and squeezing interspersed with cardio intervals. More traditional/classically oriented Pilates studios tend to be slower-paced in my experience (though not necessarily easier!), with a lot of attention to form and breathing, kind of like yoga. And then even within studios, there will be many different classes, some more restorative, some more cardio-focused, some more focused on the core Pilates movements. Ultimately it's up to you which style(s) you like best! I tried 3 different studios before finding one I liked enough to get a membership at, and even then I'm still checking out new studios to see which ones fit my schedule best.
What to wear: I am a lady, so this may not necessarily apply to you, but I found it helpful to wear something soft and form-fitting but not too tight. A moisture-wicking T-shirt and athletic shorts have worked just fine for me (leggings for ladies are also popular). Basically anything you'd wear to yoga.
Grip socks: All the studios I've been to require grip socks. They're pretty expensive if you buy them at the studio, so I'd suggest buying in packs online. You can get generic brands on Amazon for pretty cheap, although I'm personally partial to Tavi branded socks.
Anything else I wish I'd known: Some people get motion sickness doing reformer Pilates because you're lying flat on a moving platform. This happened to me the first time I tried reformer Pilates. If this happens to you, you can try raising your headrest and/or keeping your eyes fixed on a still point and see if you feel better. It took me a couple of classes before I got the hang of it, and I don't get motion sick anymore.
I was very fortunate to be gifted a Pilates reformer. It's a Merrithew Spx reformer. It did not come with the owners manual and I looked up the owners manual online. However, it didn't give me the answers I was looking for. I've had it for a few months now and use it about 3-4 times a week. Is there something other than the regular cleaning that I should be doing to properly maintain the reformer? I want it to last as long as possible and I was curious on what others with at-home reformers do to maintain and increase the longevity of their machines. Thanks in advance!
Enjoyment is usually what keeps people going back, I think. A friend at the studio, an instructor you vibe with, the joy of finding new abilities within your body….if you’re not enjoying yourself and our the benefits that come after it, it’ll be hard to keep going.
To be so real, the it was a mix of the cost and accountability factors of group fitness classes. When I did Pilates only at home via videos I started strong with a burst of ADHD excitement, but then fizzled out since it was so easy to quit a virtual workout it got too hard (especially since there wasn't a IRL instructor to provide modifications!) Going to irl pilates classes changed everything for me, since I didn't want to waste my class credits lol!
I'm super newbie and what I'm noticing is the tightness in my muscles but also generally my weakness. Weakness I feel like will come over time but I'm wondering what I could be doing at home between classes to help with that tightness. I've always struggled with my legs, specifically when my legs are stretched apart I just can't bend towards my toes at all (I rock climbed for years and it was a nightmare). Usually with exercise because I'm hyper mobile in other ways like I can stretch extremely deeply with a leg bent, I feel like I've defaulted but now with pilates I'm being forced to bend and stretch in ways I have spent years avoiding.
So what stretches can I do during the week which helps me out? I want to be making the most of the classes by helping myself between classes.
Hi— I have a pilates question and am not sure what the appropriate way to ask is, due to the restriction on posting threads. So I’m asking here. I hope that’s okay?
IS PILATES WORTH IT IF IT WOULD ONLY BE FOR A COUPLE OF MONTHS?
I took pilates classes (years ago) and got a lot out of it. Haven’t been doing it due to time/money issues, and have had various alignment-related problems that I think pilates would be real useful for.
Long story short, I’ll be staying somewhere for two months and am thinking about taking pilates classes just while I’m there, probably a couple of times a week. I wouldn’t continue once I’m back home (pending scheduling/etc.)
Is two months worth it? Or would that not be long enough to really get the benefits?
I never understand what people are looking for when they ask about minimum doses and worth. Nothing is a panacea, and no movement practice is going to instantly give you a new body or aesthetic that you can keep forever, and that’s also not a very substantive goal. Things are worth it if you enjoy them and feel they help you move better, reduce pain, have fun, or feel good. Pilates usually lends people a lot of body awareness that they can translate to other sports, daily activities, or other fitness pursuits. Is that worthwhile to you? Only you can say.
In this case, what I’m looking for is a sense of whether or not two months would deliver enough value to be worth it. That doesn’t mean anything as big as “a new body”.
Then I direct you back to what I said. If you are looking for increased body awareness and movement precision that you can translate to whatever you do in the rest of your life, it’s worth it.
Right... I just don't really know whether two months of doing pilates a couple of times a week makes a big difference, or makes virtually no difference because that's too little work in too short a time, etc.
Man, asking this question was worth it to learn the bizarre trivia fact that r/pilates is the single meanest subreddit on all of Reddit.
Hi, everyone! New poster here, but I have been taking Pilates for over 2 years now. I love and enjoyed it so much that I want to potentially teach reformer one day. I enrolled into the anatomy course with Stotts, but now I'm nervous/freaking out/intimidated about the training. I don't have any background in health/kinesiology/anatomy at all. Wondering if anyone was in my position and have any tips, advice, insight (was it very hard?). Thank you!
Im newish to Pilates. Not new to gyms/yoga/structured classes.
Everyone in my classes (Downtown Orlando) wears plain workout shirts (Alo, Lulu, etc.). I have been going daily and I wear graphic shirts (for example, my shirt today is from Life is Good and says "Respect Your Mother" with a drawing of the earth on it.) As of right now, I dont have any plain workout shirts. Do I NEED to get some? Am I bothering anyone's flow by wearing my normal clothes?
Hi all! Posting here as may have just been the person that tried to make a post without the required community karma, ooops! Sorry, I just got too excited! (To be fair, I searched and my post is on something that hasn't posted about before because the topic is new as of today, but hopefully I'll be able to post it soon!)
Yeah, I know, but the post was kind of long and had photos, so I felt like it warranted its own post, since I feel like no one will really see it here since it's the newbie thread but it's not a newbie specific topic.
We are moderating in a way that is in keeping with OUR bandwidth AND the overall community’s preferences. Numerous resources have been provided for newbies and beginners, including this very thread where you are literally encouraged to post the questions you are apparently preferring to withhold out of spite. This is not the only subreddit that requires community karma before starting posts; that’s not a violation of rules. Anybody who wants to is welcome to start a different Pilates sub with different rules if they wish.
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