Have you ever wanted to try Reformer Pilates? You can now get started at the private Pilates studio of Healthwise Fitness at Monash Medical Centre.
How to get started with Reformer Pilates at Healthwise Fitness
For anyone new to Reformer Pilates, attending a group class with guidance from a qualified instructor is highly recommended to ensure a safe and effective practice.
The Reformer Pilates class at Healthwise Fitness is an effective addition (or introduction) to your current exercise regime. In the small group classes, you will learn correct alignment and use movements to help strengthen back, neck and core muscles.
At Healthwise Fitness, you can access Reformer Pilates classes through Healthwise Fitness casual passes and a Healthwise Fitness membership. For other interested users and employees with Fitness Passport, a 10-session pass for Reformer Pilates Classes are available for purchase, and enables you to book for the class online. For any new participants, be sure to visit during staffed times for your first time.
Once you are familiar with the Reformer Pilates practice, you can use the Reformer Pilates during your usual visit to the gym and outside of Reformer Pilates class times.
What is Pilates?
Pilates is a type of mind-body exercise developed in the early 20th century by German physical trainer, Joseph Pilates. Through a system of low-impact exercises, Pilates can help with body conditioning, no matter what level of ability or type of physique.
What is Reformer Pilates?
In Reformer Pilates, a specialised machine, called the Reformer Bed, is used to allow for a more dynamic, supportive and/or targeted workout. Unlike the (floor) mat version of Pilates, you can tailor the challenge level or add support for your exercises by adjusting the resistance springs on the bed.
Benefits of Reformer Pilates
Reformer Pilates is a popular activity of choice for a mental break and workout at Healthwise Fitness – especially during the lunch break or after work times. Other benefits of Reformer Pilates that current participants are experiencing are:
- Improvement of physical strength, flexibility, mobility and posture
- Tone muscles and improve athletic endurance
- Practising mindfulness with breathing and movement
- Injury prevention or recovery from existing injuries through body conditioning
About Healthwise Fitness
Healthwise Fitness is owned and operated by Monash Health. All fees collected by Fitness are invested back into the gym facilities and programs: inspiring, energising and connecting our workforce at Monash Health.
Visit the Healthwise Fitness page on the Monash Health website to learn more. Or connect with the Healthwise Fitness team today:
View the wayfinding map for Healthwise Fitness.
Phone: (03) 9594 1762
Email: gymnasium@monashhealth.org.
