Nuforma News Man up! Why Nuforma reformer Pilates is great for men.

Whether you're a professional athlete or simply a regular bloke who wants to get in shape, Nuforma Pilates has a program to help realise your fitness goals. 

"I do Pilates and yoga to stay in front of the curve. I feel like it's helping me. Does it work for everybody? I don't know. I'm not a guru on how to be in the best condition. Let me sit here and tell you that. But it works for me."
LeBron James • Basketball Legend

Introduction:

You don't often see the words 'men' and 'Pilates' in the same sentence! There is a common misconception that Pilates is not for blokes, but that couldn't be further from the truth! Pilates is named after its creator, Joseph Pilates, who was the Ernest Hemmingway of the fitness world in his day! You really couldn't get more blokey — he was a diver, a wrestler, a body builder and professional boxer who taught self-defence and smoked cigars. And he developed 'Contrology' (what we know as 'Pilates' today) as an exercise program for men and to help soldiers recover and rehabilitate from injuries.

Today, countless blokes, from professional athletes to everyday desk jockeys, swear by pilates and how it helps them to stay at the top of their game or simply stay in shape.

Now I'm no Pilates or Hemmingway, but over the years I have helped a lot of men to realise their health and fitness goals. I understand the unique needs of men in terms of physical activity, performance, strength, and overall wellbeing. With its revolutionary programs and reformer, Nuforma Pilates is perfect for men who want to make the most of pilates as part of their fitness and wellbeing routine.

"I'm about 6' 3" tall and pretty solid. I have always struggled to fit on traditional reformers at other pilates studios, but the Nuforma reformer platform is significantly larger and is so well-engineered. For the first time in years of pilates I don't feel cramped or like I am being forced into equipment built for Hobbits!"
Tom Hutton • Biggish Bloke

In this article, I will highlight six reasons why men should do Pilates, catering to a wide range of men, including professional athletes, weekend warriors, white collar workers, tradies, men trying to lose weight, men rehabilitating an injury, men who want to boost their mental wellbeing and men who simply want a more balanced, stronger body.

I'll also cover how Nuforma reformer pilates can complement other activities such as HIIT, cross-fit, running, swimming, and cycling, as part of a balanced wellbeing and fitness routine.

1. Improves Core Strength and Flexibility

Nuforma reformer pilates offers a versatile and challenging workout that targets the entire body. The Nuforma machine has various levels of resistance, requiring the core muscles, including the abdominals, back, and hip muscles to work hard throughout the workout. This type of workout translates to improved performance, endurance and overall strength in other activities like running, swimming, and cycling. It also enhances flexibility and increases mobility, reducing the risk of injury during physical activity.

2. Enhances Balance and Co-ordination

Nuforma Pilates programs are made up of exercises that incorporate a broad range of movements that require balance, coordination, and control. As men age, their balance and coordination naturally decline, increasing the risk of falls and injuries. Nuforma reformer pilates workouts can help men to maintain strong balance and coordination capacities, improve overall agility, reducing the risk of falls and injury, especially in activities like surfing, mountain-biking, and team sports.

3. Supports Injury Recovery and Rehabilitation:

As it's a low-impact activity, Nuforma Pilates can be readily customized to suit men experiencing injury recovery and rehabilitation. It can aid in the recovery of various injuries such as back pain, knee pain, shoulder pain and other musculoskeletal conditions. The Nuforma apparatus provides a supportive environment that can be tailored to fit individual needs. The focus on alignment, balance, and coordination in Nuforma reformer pilates exercises makes it a great tool for post-injury recovery.

4. Cardiovascular Conditioning

A session on a Nuforma Pilates reformer provides an excellent cardiovascular workout that can complement activities like HIIT, cross-fit and running. It elevates heart rate to a moderate level, providing adequate oxygenation of muscles and tissues, while also boosting overall metabolism. With a wide range of Pilates classes available and an experienced instructor on-hand to provide guidance, the intensity of your Nuforma Pilates workout can be easily dialled up or down, ensuring that men at every fitness level can get what they need from each and every workout.

5. Enhances Posture

Men who work in desk jobs or spend several hours sitting are at high risk of developing posture-related conditions like back pain, neck pain and poor posture. Nuforma reformer pilates helps to reinforce proper spinal alignment and maintain correct posture. The exercises work to strengthen the muscles that support the spine and neck, thereby reducing the likelihood of posture-related discomfort.

6. Supports Mental Wellbeing

A session at Nuforma Pilates is not only physical exercise but also a mental exercise. It can enhance men's mental wellbeing, providing valuable mental clarity, and stress relief. Nuforma reformer pilates is a mindful activity that allows men to focus on the present moment, creating a sense of peace and calmness. This aspect of reformer pilates exercise is crucial for men with stressful jobs, men who are trying to lose weight, older men, or men who may experience anxiety and overwhelm.

Conclusion:

Nuforma reformer pilates for men is a great activity that combines physical exercise, wellness and rehabilitation. It provides an excellent way for men to improve core strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, and posture, while also offering cardiovascular conditioning and boosting mental wellbeing. Additionally, reformer pilates exercise complements other physical activities like HIIT, cross-fit, running, swimming and cycling, creating a holistic and comprehensive fitness routine for men.

Whether you're a weekend warrior looking to improve your performance, someone with a desk job, a professional athlete, a tradie or a regular bloke who wants a more balanced and stronger body, then consider incorporating Nuforma Pilates into your fitness routine and discover the transformative benefits it has to offer.

Call us on 0483 914 492 or email bondi@​nuformapilates.com.au