For over 30 years, Merrithew, Canada has designed and built Pilates equipment for professional and personal use, using only the highest quality materials and the finest manufacturing processes. A truly luxe piece of fitness equipment, Frame's Pilates Reformer features dual-spring technology that eliminates the need for two platforms. And its color-coded, adjustable spring weights (of up to 260 pounds) let you easily control your movement and level up when you need a challenge, with just the touch of a button. It also comes equipped with straps, pulleys, and a foot bar for a completely customizable workout.

Patented Retractable Rope System with recoiling rope reels for easy adjustments. Longer ropes add increased range of motion and fluidity to exercises – allowing for more programming options Pilates reformers can come with accessories to make your workouts more challenging and dynamic. “I feel more comfortable on reformers with a side-split platform which definitely increases stability during my workout,” says Driscoll. She also recommends adding a jump board to your Pilates workout—a padded board added in front of a regular footboard that can be used to increase the difficulty of aerobic exercises.

The manufacturer states this product is non-irritating to the eyes and skin, free of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and contains no toxic ingredients. However, if you have sensitivities to chemicals or scents, we encourage you to review the manufacturer’s information carefully before use. See detailed FAQs from Virox. Reformers can be categorized by experience—Cadillac reformers, studio reformers, and home reformers are a few examples. “If you’re a beginner, always prioritize safety when choosing your reformer,” says Driscoll. “Even if you aren’t advanced, it’s smart to invest in a top-of-the-line reformer with multiple accessories so that you don’t have to make an upgrade if you advance in your practice,” she added. The V2 Max Reformer is a CE Marked Class I Medical Device in conformity with the new European Medical Device Regulation (EU) 2017/745 (MDR). This certifies the equipment across most of Europe, allowing it to be formally used in hospitals and health care settings by medical professionals to improve the health and quality of life of patients. Pilates has many benefits: It can increase core strength, sculpt and tone your muscles, and make you stronger physically and mentally, says Pamela Trujillo, NASM-CPT, NASM-certified personal trainer and Pilates instructor at SLT.

Reach new clients, retain existing members and offer one of the most coveted workout experiences available with our competitively-priced, commercial-quality Pilates Reformer. Carriage glides over sleek and rigid C-channel aluminum rails using a patented rolling mechanism for a smooth, friction-freeride Patented Retractable Rope System with recoiling rope reels for easy adjustments. Long ropes add increase range of motion and fluidity to exercises – allowing for more programming optionsLimited lifetime warranty: Aluminum rails, components of the frame and related welding, standard gearbar and footbar mechanisms (excluding Rubber Footbar)

If you’re working with a smaller room, you can choose a foldable Pilates reformer that can stand up straight when not in use.

What clinicians have to say

A Pilates reformer is designed to provide you with an intense full-body workout focused on small and slow movements. Delivering all of the benefits of Pilates, these machines are crafted to improve strength, flexibility, coordination, and balance. But it's often inconvenient and expensive to join a reformer class at a local studio. To save time and money, purchasing a pilates reformer lets you reap the benefits of pilates from the comfort of your own home. The MPX Reformer’s intuitive design and adjustable features make it customizable to any client. Offering superior comfort and support for optimal positioning and performance, the MPX Reformer delivers hundreds of exercises options ranging from beginner toadvanced. The manufacturer recommendation is to pour this liquid onto a clean cotton cloth and wipe surfaces thoroughly. While not the preferred method, the liquid can be applied using a spray bottle, however the liquid will become aerosolized. This is not dangerous, but may cause discomfort in sensitive individuals. Deliver a premium Pilates experience with our entry-level commercial Reformer for multi-purpose studios, hotels and franchise fitness centres. Featuring our hallmark craftsmanship, innovative engineering and a sleek new look, the MPX Reformer offers the best of Pilates atacompetitiveprice. We researched dozens of Pilates reformers and evaluated them for material, comfortableness, adjustability, and price. Each of the Pilates reformers chosen in this article was determined to be the best of these factors.

Tory Rivera is a Seattle-based pilates and barre coach. She graduated from Pacific Lutheran University with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. What To Look For in a Pilates Reformer Carriage Pilates machines are often used in physical therapy to alleviate pain, speed up recovery, and enhance athletic performance —but they're not just for sports medicine. A reformer is an excellent piece of workout equipment for all fitness levels and anyone looking to tone up or build strength. As you push out with your feet and pull with your arms, the tension on both ends requires you to engage muscles throughout your entire body to stay in control. In other words, a pilates reformer offers an all-in-one, full-body resistance workout. Choose a reformer that allows you to appropriately adjust the spring bar, footbar, and headrest at multiple levels because this will allow for a greater range of motion,” explains Driscoll. In addition to workout experience, an adjustable reformer is helpful if people of multiple sizes and weights will be working out on the same reformer. Robust and adjustable four-position footbar drops easily into cradles to regulate hip and knee flexionWhen looking for a Pilates reformer, Trujillo recommends looking for high-quality craftsmanship, a comfortable carriage, and foot bar padding. A prospective buyer should look for a reformer that has features that enable them to do the moves they want to do. They should also think about the size of the machine. If space is limited, they might want to look into getting a smaller, portable one, while also making sure it has a sturdy frame, she says. High-Traction Reformer Feet provide superior grip with all floor surfaces during high-energy Jumpboard or Cardio-Tramp ® Rebounder workouts. Made of durable silicon rubber and PVC