Practice Tools
Here are some of my favorite pieces of equipment, things to read, things to eat, and things to smell.
-
Resistance Bands
The Stott pilates resistance bands are a great piece of equipment to travel with or use at home for additional resistance. They fold up smaller than a tank top and have so many uses. The green is lighter resistance and the blue one is heavier. I use them for both upper and lower body resistance.
Check out this Band Workout video to see some ideas on how to use them!
-
OPTP Soft Foam Roller
This OPTP soft foam roller is so nice to use for foam rolling. The softer surface makes the experience much more pleasant and enjoyable. It’s a bit more pricy than the black styrofoam foam $30 roller but it is absolutely worth it.
Click here to see a Foam Roller Exercise.
-
Stability Ball
The Stability Ball is such a fun piece of equipment. I tell my clients that it will show their weaknesses—but that’s not a bad thing! I love thinking of Pilates as a growth journey - we all have weaknesses.
Your height will determine the size ball you should order. You want to be able to sit on it and have your feet flat on the floor.
- Order the 55 cm if you are under 5’4”.
- Order the 65 cm if you are 5’5”- 5’10”.
- Order the 75 if you are over 5’11”.Click here to see a Stability Ball workout.
-
Hand Weights
A little set of hand weights is great to have on hand to increase the intensity of your workout. You would be surprised what 2 lbs. can do for you! It can be very challenging. So I love this practical little set of 2 lb., 3 lb., and 5 lb. weights. You can’t go wrong having this little set handy.
-
Leg Massager
These leg massagers are so relaxing. They help with circulation and swelling in the lower legs and feet. You can also increase the intensity and get a great calf massage.
-
Body Back Buddy Elite
Body Back Buddy Elite - Trigger Point Massage Tool, Shoulder Neck Back Handheld Self Massager, Manual Massage Cane, Hook, Muscle Knot Remover with Instructions.
-
Bespilow Neck Support Pillow
Bespilow Neck Support Pillow - Cervical Neck Roll Memory Foam Pillow, Cervical Traction Device, Neck Stretcher for Tension Muscle Relief Therapy, Neck and Shoulder Pain Relaxer
-
arboleaf Mini Massage Gun
arboleaf Mini Massage Gun - Percussion Deep Tissues Muscle Massager, Full-Metal Travel Massage Gun, Portable Handheld Massager, Compact Sports Massager
-
Premium Rubber Ball
Premium Rubber Ball - 3 Ball Pack, Pinky Bouncy Ball, 100% Solid Rubber High Bounce Pink Ball
-
Resistance Loop Exercise Bands
Fit Simplify Resistance Loop Exercise Bands - includes Instruction Guide and Carry Bag, Set of 5
-
Small Pilates Ball
Small Pilates Ball - Therapy Ball, Mini Workout Ball, Core Ball, 9 Inch Small Exercise Ball.
-
URBNFit Pilates Ring - 12"
URBNFit Pilates Ring - 12" Magic Circle w/ Dual Grip, Yoga Rings w/ Bonus Exercise Guide
-
1/2-Inch Exercise Yoga Mat
Amazon Basics 1/2-Inch Extra Thick Exercise Yoga Mat
-
Stability Disc
Black Mountain Products Exercise Balance Stability Disc with Hand Pump
-
Toning Ball
Yes4All Toning Ball (Marble/Diamond Grip/Smooth) - Soft Weighted Medicine Ball
-
Yoga Block (Set Of 2)
Gaiam Essentials Yoga Block (Set of 2) – Supportive, Soft Non-Slip Foam Surface
-
STOTT PILATES Manual
STOTT PILATES Manual - Comprehensive Matwork (English)
-
Pilates Anatomy Paperback
Pilates Anatomy Paperback – September 20, 2019
-
Return to Life Paperback
Return to Life Paperback – October 5, 2012
-
OPTP Pro-Roller Arch
OPTP Pro-Roller Arch - Foam Roller Support and Positioning Tool (4801)
-
OPTP Mini Balls
OPTP Mini Balls - Vinyl Construction, Therapeutic Self-Massage, 2 Piece
-
Balancing Foam Pad
Balancing Foam Pad - Large 2 in 1 Yoga Foam Cushion Exercise Mat
-
Zum Mist Room & Body Spray
Zum Mist Room and Body Spray - Sea Salt, 4 fl oz
-
ALOHA Organic Plant-Based Protein Bars
ALOHA Organic Plant-Based Protein Bars - Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip, 12 Count, 1.98oz Bars.
Vegan, Low Sugar, Gluten Free, Paleo, Low Carb, Non-GMO, Stevia Free, Soy Free, No Sugar Alcohols
-
Body Wedge
The BODY WEDGE - Relieves Referred Hip, Knee, and Lower Back Pain; Psoas Relief Rocker; Personal Abdominal Massager Tool; Trigger Point Therapy for Abdominal Muscles; Discomfort Normal - Blue, Medium
-
ShiningLove Handheld Massager
ShiningLove Handheld Massager - Neck, Shoulder, Back, Resin Massager, Guasha, Relieve Bursitis, Stress Relief Relax Eliminating Excess Body Fat Deposition Body Massage Tool (Black)
-
Wrist Friendly Yoga Block
When bearing weight on the upper body, the wrists can get a little unhappy. These yoga blocks provide a wider angle and additional support, easing the wrist pain.