Peak Performance with Pilates Performer

Another wonder pilates equipment emerged in the form of the Pilates Performer. Again the performer was modifies and a variety of performers emerged. We have The Pilates Stamina Performer, The Pilates Cardio Performer, Pilates Performer xp 297, Pilates Performer 55 and the Pilates Performer 296.

Pilates Performer assists in restoring and building muscle tone and strength by laying emphasis on the core body and by using the abdominal muscles and lower back to stabilize the body.

This low impact body Pilates workout develops flexibility and endurance and also trains the body to move correctly. It aids to eliminate lower back pain and also prevent osteoporosis and prolapsing of the pelvic organs. The performer is an excellent tool for intensification of the pelvic floor muscles.

The Pilates Performer machine focuses on using the body as a whole for conditioning the body, instead of dividing it into separate parts. It improves flexibility, balance, control, and muscular symmetry of the body. The periodic exercises promote elongated and toned muscles. They also tone the abdomen, lower back, and hips.

Some of the popular models are:

Stamina Pilates Performer has an adjustable head rest, shoulder pads, two standard resistance cords and a power cord for added resistance. There are over 32 exercises we can perform and it helps to tone hips, thighs, and abs and also lose weight. It improves strength, flexibility, and even gives a thorough cardiovascular fitness.

The Pilates Performer stamina workouts consists of a wide range of motions, which relaxes the mind instead of making you tired Stamina Aero Pilates Performer 295 with Cardio Rebounder incorporates has the basic workout principles of the Pilates Performer but the rebounder cardio workout is challenging. Some exercisers felt that this performer had a few limitations. The sliding movement of the wheels produces some noise, which can be ignored or overcome by playing music.

The Pilates Performer is fitted with one set of straps only which has to be used alternatively for hands and legs, so you need to order extra   set of straps, or have to alternate the same strap for lower and upper body workout. As in all cases, certain safety precautions need to be followed when using The Pilates Performer.

Pilates Performer JP has outlined some precautions in their manual, some of which is worth looking into.

•    Wear proper clothing and not loose fitted garments which can get caught in the Pilates equipment.
•    Use the performer on leveled surface only
•    Secure all knobs tightly.
•    It should not be used by persons weighing more than 300lbs.
•    Should be used by one person at a time and also keep children away.
•    Maintain good balance while mounting or getting off, other wise you could fall.

All Pilates machines come with manuals and safety instructions and warnings. They also have DVD’s included for proper use of the machine and the exercises that can be performed. Go ahead and get that power workout with the Pilates Performer.