Reviews and Information About Pilates Equipment, DVDs, Clothing and More
By Marguerite Ogle, About.com Guide to Pilates
Before you go to the store or studio, read up on Pilates equipment, clothing and other gear.
DVD/Video Reviews
Want to try Pilates at home? Read reviews of Pilates DVDs and videos for beginner through advanced students.
- The Secret to Flat Abs from Stott Pilates
- Winsor Pilates Sculpt and Tone Package and DVD
- Rael Pilates System 17 Intermediate Workout
- Music for Pilates - a CD for Exercise from Power Pilates
- Stott Pilates Power Paced Fitness Circle
Small Equipment
Small, portable Pilates equipment includes Pilates mats, magic circles, exercise balls and fitness bands. Find out what these pieces of equipment are what you need to know before buying them.
- A Buyers' Guide for Pilates Equipment and Gear
- Before You Buy an Exercise Mat
- Before You Buy a Magic Circle
- Exercise Bands for Strength and Flexibility
- The Exercise Ball and Pilates
- Great Pilates Gifts
- The What and How of Foam Body Rollers
- The Anatomy of a Pilates Reformer
- Intro to the Pilates Wunda Chair
Clothing for Pilates
Clothing for Pilates is a simple subject. How much fun you want to have with it is up to you. Look here for the basics on workout clothes for Pilates, and also for reviews and new style ideas.
- What do I Wear to Do Pilates?
- Pilates and Yoga Clothing Gallery
- Review: be present - Clothing for Pilates and Yoga
- Review: Lucy - Workout and Street to Studio Wear
Pilates Books
A book about exercise can have some real advantages over DVDs. For example, you can move through exercises at your own pace and they often offer a greater variety of information.
