One of the many little pleasures in my own Pilates session is experiencing a smooth and quiet carriage ride. While working out, I want to be able to focus entirely on how my body is feeling rather than running through all the possible causes for the bumps. If your Reformer carriage has developed some bumpsRead More
After many years of use, especially in a busy studio, your reformer vinyl can start to wear. It might crack, the corners might get nicked, your client’s jewelry or zippers might cut the vinyl, or it could get scuffed. Underneath the vinyl, you might have foam wearing thin where clients commonly kneel or put theirRead More
It’s time to ditch your studio can of WD40 in favor of these two more specialized lubricants. While you may think that WD40 does a good job of minimizing noise, think of it like a jack-of-all-trades, master-of-none. It does what you want with a passing grade of C, or C+, but with the following twoRead More
Classical leather straps like Joseph Pilates used on his Reformers are a staple in many studios around the world. For these studios, special care should be taken to ensure the leather remains safe throughout the life of the Reformer. If you have leather straps on your Reformers, here’s how to avoid the trauma of broken strapsRead More
Since the springs on your Pilates equipment are integral to the method you teach your clients, it is absolutely necessary to make sure they are safe. But how, exactly, do you determine whether a spring is safe? Here is a simple three step guide to keeping you and your clients safe in the studio. StepRead More
The cleanliness of your equipment can greatly detract from the Pilates experience. You and your client should be focused on the movement, not tuning out bumps and squeaks as the carriage travels within the frame. One of the easiest things you can do for your Reformer is to wipe the rails and surface of theRead More