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"I
invented all these machines. Began back in Germany, was there until 1925
- used to exercise rheumatic patients. Look, you see it resists your
movements in just the right way so those inner muscles really have to work
against it. That way you can concentrate on movement. You must always do
it slowly and smoothly. Then your whole body is in it."
Joseph Pilates
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Pilates
Apparatus
There are many different
types of apparatus that are incorporated into an effective Pilates program.
We have provided for you an image of some of the different apparatus used
in our studio along with a brief description of their benefit. By clicking
on each of the images, you will be provided a larger view of that
particular piece of apparatus in a new browser window. Please note however,
that some of the images are large and may take a minute or so for them to
download if using a dial up connection.
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Cadillac
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Available at Peak Pilates
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The Cadillac, which
is sometimes known as the Trapeze table, is a large apparatus with poles,
springs, push-thru bar, roll-down bar, trapeze strap, and woolies. This
piece of equipment was created to address specific rehabilitative and
alignment needs as well as assist in stretching and understanding
symmetrical movement, transitioning the body through plateaus.
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The Reformer
designed with a moving carriage, springs, straps, and adjustable foot bar
allows clients to perform exercises lying prone, supine, sitting and
standing.
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Reformer
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Available at Peak Pilates
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Low Chair
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The Low Chair, one
of the most challenging pieces of apparatus, is normally used as an
addition to your regular Pilates exercise recommendations, but can also
be used as the sole piece of equipment during a session.
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Available at Peak Pilates
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The High Barrel or Ladder Barrel is the largest barrel
apparatus. The High Barrel offers a large number of options as to its
effectiveness with the main exercises focusing on spinal extension,
leg-stretching, and sit-ups in all directions. Due to its design, you can
work on simple gentle exercises or more demanding exercises.
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High Barrel
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Spine Corrector
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The Spine Corrector
(or Hump Barrel) is designed to do just what its name indicates - correct
imbalances and weaknesses in the spine. Most exercise are performed on
this piece of apparatus by lying with your back arched over the barrel
portion.
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