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Apparatus News! |
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A popular piece of Pilates apparatus in
the SEA studio is the High Barrel. Arrange for an
Individual Session and see how this apparatus can be used to
enhance your Pilates program. |
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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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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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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. |
 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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Peak Pilates |
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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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Peak Pilates |
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