While there are many pilates machines available, the two most popular right now are the traditional Pilates Reformer and the new Malibu Pilates chair. These are two completely different machines and offer different benefits. Below is a review of each machine and its pros and cons.
Malibu Pilates - this a relatively new pilates machine for the public. Joseph Pilate (the designer of pilates) used a chair to do his pilates years ago but this is the first main stream, easily available to the public pilates chair. When you buy Malibu Pilates, you get two videos and have the option to upgrade and get a third video. Both videos focus on strength training and the added benefit of cardio. Pilates exercises usually are done for flexibility and core strength and cardio isn’t usually part of the work out. The exercises are simple to do yet extremely effective. The workouts are typical of all pilates workouts because they focus on the core but the way the exercises are performed is very different than any standard pilates workout. You can reach muscles using the chair that you normally wouldn’t work. The chair is very stable but some exercises take a little time to get used to.
Pros - comes with a basic 20 minute video and an advanced 45 minute video, it is easy to put together. The exercises work arms, legs, and core muscles. Includes a good cardio workout. Folds easily for storage. If you’re bored with normal pilates this is a fun alternative.
Cons - when you first start, it can be hard to figure out some of the exercises. Some exercises having you on the chair and bending over. The chair is stable but it can still take a little while to feel comfortable performing the exerices.
Pilates Performer - the original pilates machine that has been around for a while. It’s a lay down machine that focuses on doing exercises slowly. The exercises are slow and controlled so you don’t get a cardio workout like with the Malibu Pilates chair.
Pros - There are lots of videos you can buy to help you get the most out of the machine. It does a great job of strengthening your lower back and stretching your muscles. The pilates performer is easy to use and strengthens and tones your body quickly. It easily slides under a bed out of the way when you are finished using it.
Cons - you don’t get a cardiovascular work out.
Which machine you choose will be a product of how you want to exercise. You get a good strength and flexibility workout with both machines so they either one is a good choice.
When combined with proper health supplements like the acai berry, the Malibu Pilates machine can help you lose a bunch of weight and get healthy.
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