REFORMER

The Reformer was invented by Pilates founder, Joseph Pilates.  It was a bed-like frame with a flat platform on it, called the carriage.  The carriage rolls back and forth on wheels within the frame and is attached to one end of the reformer by a set of springs used for tension. Different tension of springs provide choices in levels of resistance.

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At the spring end of the reformer there is an adjustable bar called the footbar.  This bar can be used by the feet or hands as a practitioner mover the carriage in and out.

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The reformer also has long straps with handles that are attached to the top end of the frame.  These straps can be pulled with the legs or arms to move the carriage as well.  

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Body weight and resistance of springs are what make the carriage more or less difficult to move.  Reformer parts are adjustable for differing body sized and different levels of skill. 

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