“Each day is a gift.” That’s how Gail Buhler, owner of BODYBAR Pilates Littleton, describes what Breast Cancer Awareness Month means to her. Gail is a breast cancer survivor, a longtime Pilates devotee, and the first person to bring BODYBAR to her corner of Colorado. This October, we’re proud to share her story — and…
Category: Health + Wellness
On September 13, 2026, BODYBAR set the national record for the largest reformer Pilates class on record, bringing together 100 participants on 100 reformers for one unforgettable 50-minute class. Hosted at the Omni Frisco Hotel at The Star in Frisco, Texas, the event celebrated 100 transformative years of Pilates, the opening of BODYBAR’s 100th studio,…
Most of what Pilates changes about your body can happen before you see it. Better control. Stronger holds. More stability. Greater range of motion. That moment when an exercise that once felt impossible suddenly…doesn’t. Consistent Pilates can build core strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, balance and better movement control. But progress doesn’t happen all at once…
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…
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,…