Classical Pilates Workout - Apparatus
Classical Pilates Workout is equipped with specialized apparatus built
from the original design specifications and mechanics of Joseph Pilates's
own equipment.
The apparatus at Classical Pilates Workout is custom made by Gratz Industries - the only manufacturing company entrusted with Joseph Pilates' original designs.
Take a look at the individual apparatus in the studio by clicking on the sections below.
Apparatus at Classical Pilates Workout not only includes Pilates staples, like the Reformer and Cadillac, but also apparatus not frequently seen in Studios, such as the Guillotine Tower and Accessories.
Like other genuine Pilates apparatus, the seldom seen Arm Chair is used for all levels of a Pilates workout.
Using the arm springs, the chair moves with you while providing a gentle exercise.
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The Cadillac was originally devised by Joseph Pilates when he was working
as a hospital nurse, to enable bedridden patients to exercise.
Sometimes known
as the "Trapeze Table", it is one of the most effective and versatile
pieces of exercise equipment ever to be engineered.
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Exercises performed on the Electric Chair are very similar to those on the Wunda Chair, providing more stability during the workout.
This piece of apparatus is known as "The Electric Chair" because "you are the electricity that makes it move."
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The Guillotine Tower is not often seen. It can be used for advanced strengthening and stretching exercises.
The Guillotine also allows taller people to safely perform many exercises for which the Cadillac may too small. Many exercises are unique to the Guillotine.
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Like
the name says, the Ladder Barrel consists of ladder-like rungs and a rounded
barrel-like surface on which a multitude of stretching, strengthening and
flexibility exercises can be performed.
The Pilates Ladder Barrel helps isolate deep postural muscles and challenges the body on all planes of movement.
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The Magic Circle can be used to challenge any exercise further, or on its own to tone and strengthen target areas.
The Magic Circle helps to gain balance and proper posture, strengthen the muscles in the arms and chest, strengthen and reshape the leg muscles and pelvis, and increase control of the Powerhouse.
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It is said the Pedi-Pole was created by Joseph Pilates to help an opera singer.
The exercises on this apparatus improve posture, increase breath control and alignment. It is also used by advanced clients to challenge balance and control.
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The reformer provides finely tuned exercise that allows one to work very precisely to develop good alignment, core strength, and flexibility.
The Pilates Reformer is modeled after Joseph Pilates' first pieces used in his New York studio, and is designed with a moving carriage, springs, leather straps and a foot bar, allowing clients to perform exercises lying prone, supine, sitting and standing.
The straps, springs, and box provide a variety of exercises in a variety of positions. Joseph Pilates started all of his clients on the Reformer.
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The Spine Corrector helps to enhance breathing, develop the arms and legs, work the spine to correct posture and movement, slim down bulky thighs, and massage the lower back.
Some challenging exercises take balance and control further. The Spine Corrector is excellent for opening the chest and straightening the upper back.
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The Studio Wall Unit includes a Pilates mat that stows away when not in use. The Wall Unit also includes most of the same features as the Cadillac.
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While many Pilates exercises are performed seated on top and pressing down on the step/pedal with your feet, others entail lying on the floor, standing straight up, lunging forward or doing push-up like moves with the arms.
The Wunda Chair offers greater balance and control of the body. It offers a whole range of activities including stretching the spine and hamstrings, and strengthening the Powerhouse, legs, feet, calves, Achilles tendon, gluteal muscles, and arms.
Adjustable springs allow for variation in tension and difficulty. The design enables exercises from many different positions, and can in fact convert to a functional ergonomically-minded chair for sitting. Joseph's famous quote "...the Wunda Chair belongs in every home and hotel in America" explains why he may have designed it for this dual purpose.
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The Bean Bag Roll-Up Device is a carefully crafted replica
for strengthening weak wrists. Click on the photo for a larger view |
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The Breath-a-Cizer is true to Joseph Pilates’ original
breathing wheel. It is a perfect excuse to take some deep breaths, wring
out the lungs, and exercise greater breathing awareness. Click on the photo for a larger view |
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The Foot Corrector is true to the original. Its purpose
is to stretch and strengthen the often neglected muscles of the foot and
lower leg. Click on the photo for a larger view |
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The Neck Stretcher is an indispensable Pilates tool for stretching and
strengthening the neck. Cadillac, Guillotine Tower, or Studio Wall Unit
required for use. Click on the photo for a larger view |
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The Push-Up Device is a simple but true. It has the
air of a forgotten era. Sculpted wooden handles that allow for a comfortable
grip. Click on the photo for a larger view |
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Proof that even the tiniest apparatus is worth doing right, the Toe
Exerciser has won over many a person with bunions. More generally, it's an excellent
mechanism for stimulating the metatarsals and improving one's footing. Click on the photo for a larger view |
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