7 benefits of Reformer Pilates (and why Newmarket is falling for it)
From posture to core strength, here are the benefits our Newmarket clients notice most once Reformer Pilates becomes part of their week.
Reformer Pilates has gone from a niche studio workout to one of the most booked classes in the country, and Newmarket is no exception. So what is all the fuss about? Here are the benefits our clients at Mimi's Collective tell us they notice most.
1. A stronger, more supportive core
Almost every reformer exercise asks your deep abdominal muscles to stabilise you while the carriage moves. Over time that builds a core that supports you through everyday life, from lifting children and shopping bags to long days at a desk or in the saddle.
2. Better posture
Reformer work strengthens the muscles along your back and shoulders and teaches you to notice how you hold yourself. Many clients tell us they stand taller and feel less tension in their neck and shoulders after a few weeks of regular classes.
3. Strength without the impact
The springs provide resistance without the pounding of running or jumping. That makes Reformer Pilates a brilliant option if you want to build strength while being kind to your joints.
4. Flexibility and mobility
Many movements combine strength with lengthening, so you build control through a fuller range of motion. Tight hips and hamstrings are often the first places clients feel a difference.
5. Balance and body awareness
Working on a moving carriage means your body is constantly making small adjustments. That improves balance and coordination, and it builds a mind-to-body connection that carries into everything else you do.
6. It works for every level
Because the spring settings and exercise variations can be changed for each person, a complete beginner and a seasoned regular can do the same class and both be challenged. In our small groups, instructors tailor modifications and progressions to you.
7. Time that is just for you
This one does not show up on a fitness tracker, but it matters. Fifty minutes of focused movement, breathing and no phone is a reset that many of our clients say they look forward to all week. As our founder Kristie puts it, strength is more than physical: it is a mindset, a movement and a way of life.
How often should you go?
Consistency is where the results come from. We go into more detail in how often you should do Reformer Pilates, but two to three classes a week is a great rhythm for most people.
Try it in Newmarket
Mimi's Collective is a boutique Reformer Pilates studio at 10 Craven Way, Newmarket, CB8 0BW, with free parking on site. New clients can start with 3 classes for £45. See our classes or book a class.
