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For anyone with even a remote interest in Pilates, the equipment
used for training is extremely interesting. With exciting names
like the Reformer and the Cadillac, how could one not be
interested? While there are literally dozens of individual
pieces of equipment and props for use in Pilates training, we
will be focusing on two of the more popular ones.
The idea for the Reformer was born when the founder of the
Pilates system, Joseph Pilates, was interned in England during
the First World War. He spent much of his internment training
investigators from Scotland Yard in the Pilates method, and
working to find ways to help rehabilitate bed-ridden patients
suffering from the 1918 influenza epidemic. The first prototype
was actually created using bits and pieces of old hospital beds.
The Reformer is comprised of a series of springs attached to a
sliding platform supported by a frame. In some ways, it is very
similar to rowing machine. The platform can be moved in two
ways; by pulling on the pulleys, or by pushing off of the foot
bar. It can be challenging for some people to get used to the
sensation of moving the platform and maintaining balance at the
same time. There are dozen of exercises that can be performed on
this piece of equipment, but please consult a professional
instructor before attempting these exercises on your own.
The Cadillac is another popular piece of Pilates training
equipment. It has been said that the Cadillac resembles some
form of medieval torture equipment, and has earned the nickname
of "the rack". Be not afraid. The Cadillac is one of the most
ingenious and effective types of fitness equipment ever
designed. It has a platform and posts on each of the four
corners. It is not unlike a bed, in some ways. The corner posts
support various levers and pulleys, which provide resistance
during your workout.
Joseph Pilates, and his legion of protégés, have designed well
over 80 individual exercises that can be performed on the
Cadillac. Each group of exercises is designed to focus on a
specific group of muscles. Many of the exercises have a
particular focus on developing core strength in the abdominal
region. As with other types of exercise equipment, do not
attempt to use the Cadillac without a proper demonstration from
a certified professional.
About the author:
Natalie Brown is a certified Pilates instructor from Canada.
When she is not consumed with her busy class schedule, she
writes for http://www.pilatesinsight.com - a site that offers
information about pilates equipment like the Reformer and the
Cadillac.
Written by: Natalie Brown
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