Hi loves! I recently started doing pilates consistently and saw some changes that I was honestly quite pleasantly surprised by 👀 If you’ve been wondering about what pilates could do for you, read this!!
🩰 My Practice
• I did reformer pilates a few times starting in December, but only started practicing more in March/April this year
• I’ve been doing pilates about once a week since end April!
• All my pilates sessions are done with a reformer — it’s just a personal preference because I find it fun! 🙂
• Here’s a full review of my favourite pilates studios!
🩰 Before: Exercise + Body
• I’ve been doing yoga regularly and I would say that I was already quite toned and fit
• Yes, I did already have abs but they would disappear once I drink water or eat 😂
• I get bloated SUPER easily!
🩰 When I first started!
• 2 week pilates theory: I wouldn’t say 2 weeks definitely makes a difference, it’ll also depend on how often you practice + the level of your class!
• However, after a few sessions I could already see a difference so I understand where the theory comes from!
• There are still days when I don’t look as lean and days where I look more snatched — it’s normal!!
🩰 Now
• I’m visibly more toned (abs&core) and I generally bloat less which I’m super happy about — it not only looks good but it makes me feel more comfortable too!
• My butt looks slightly perkier to me 👀
• Not much difference in my arms because I usually do power flow/arm balance&inversion yoga which has already toned my arms (will do a more general overview of my workouts soon! :))
• Of course I will still bloat or look less lean on some days but it’s less than in the past!
• Another well known benefit: better posture — I don’t think this is true for me…… I’m not really sure where this came from to be honest 🫠
If you’ve been thinking of trying out reformer pilates, this is your sign!!! 🤍 Here are some related posts on what I’ve been wearing to pilates so that I can look good and feel good 😌
Top — Reversible Bow Top
Leggings — Flare Leggings
My Pilates Essentials — The Little Things!
