Your Guide to Finding the Perfect Class (Without Overthinking It) You looked at the different BODYBAR classes. Names like PERFORMANCE | Athletic Reformer, AGILITY | Jumpboard & Reformer, FUSION | Equipment Varies, RESET | Tower, and PRECISION | Classic Reformer…and thought: “Ok, sounds good… But what is the right class for me?” With several BODYBAR…
Category: Health + Wellness
Pilates is one of the most effective low-impact workouts for building strength, improving posture, and supporting long-term wellness. Unlike high-intensity fitness trends, Reformer Pilates focuses on controlled movement, core stability, and sustainable results. The BODYBAR Guide to Fitness Your Way You didn’t wake up wishing to be pushed past your limits in a room that…
Before we go any further, let’s be clear this is a “Learn To Fly” by the Foo Fighters kind of story. You know the lyrics. The kind where you show up a little tired, a little distracted, not feeling 100%, and you figure it out anyway. Because showing up isn’t about perfection or hype, it’s about putting…
A Fresh Start to Kick Off The New Year The start of the new year is often the moment when you might actually be able to focus your energy on developing an exercise habit. For many people, this is not new. You’ve tried it before, and the thought of it can sometimes feel overwhelming. You…
The holidays are creeping in—cue the tinsel, the nonstop cheer, and the unrelenting stress.Between year-end deadlines, endless social invites, and that mental checklist of gifts, it’s easy to feel more frazzled than festive. But before your “holiday hustle” becomes a full-blown meltdown, here’s a little secret weapon for your mind and body: Pilates. It’s not…
Don’t worry, it’s not the latest tour you missed from Taylor Swift. The Pilates Reformer is the centerpiece of Pilates—the machine that makes the method famous. Picture a sleek frame with a sliding carriage, springs that add adjustable resistance, straps for your hands and feet, and a footbar to anchor movements. Together, these parts create…
Whether you’re new to Pilates, easing back into movement, or simply can’t make it to the studio, Wall Pilates is a smart and accessible way to start building strength and stability—no fancy equipment or large space required. This bodyweight workout uses the support of a wall to help you focus on form, alignment, and control,…
You’ve heard about the benefits of Pilates. Now it’s time to try it! Whether you’re drawn to Pilates for its reputation for core strength and improved flexibility or looking for a more mindful movement practice, you’ve made a fantastic choice. When stepping into a BODYBAR Pilates studio for the first time, it’s natural to have…
As the clock strikes midnight, ushering in a new year, it’s natural to reflect on the past and contemplate the future. Maybe you’ve been putting your wellness off for too long and you’re feeling the effects. Maybe you want to take your fitness to the next level. No matter what your specific health goal is,…
Is Pilates for men? Totally. It’s a common misconception that Pilates is a workout geared toward women, but history tells us that’s far from the truth! Pilates was developed by a man, Joseph Pilates, and early on, it was used as a form of physical therapy for soldiers injured in battle. At their core, Pilates…