A magic circle sounds like something you can buy, sit inside and make wishes come true! Almost… a Pilates Magic Circle, or sometimes also known as a Pilates fitness circle or a Pilates exercise ring, was a concept developed by Joseph Pilates, the well known creator of Pilates exercises. It makes a great addition to your Pilates Home Equipment collection.
A Pilates fitness circle is used as a ring of resistance, to help target more specific areas for toning on the body. Resistance exercises being one of the core exercises in the Pilates regime. Using a Pilates fitness circle also helps to build muscle tone and endurance. It can be used to tone and strengthen your inner thighs (we all need that!), outer thighs, pelvic floor muscles (think post pregnancy), chest and upper arms.
A Pilates Magic Circle is a ring of course, constructed of flexible material like rubber or metal. It also has two moulded pads on either side that conforms comfortably to your body. The Pilates Magic Circle can be used on its own on a Pilates mat, or along with many other Pilates equipment like the Pilates Ball or the Pilates Reformer Machine.
Pilates exercise rings are very popular at the moment as they are portable and very versatile and a number of beneficial exercises can be performed using one anywhere, anytime, without the need for extra equipment. You can easily pop one in the suitcase to take travelling. There are a currently a number of models on the market, so what exactly do you need to look for to buy a quality Pilates Magic Circle
Firstly, that those made from flexible metal, are much more durable than the rubber versions. You will see these used however in professional Pilates studios as they last longer, however they are more expensive. However for home use and especially for ease of travel, a rubber ring is sufficient and will last a long time being used daily. Also, having pads that you can put on the inside and outside is a bonus, as it gives you a greater range of exercises to perform. Pilates Magic Circles aren’t complicated pieces of equipment, however be sure to buy a recommended brand like Stamina or Stott, to ensure a quality construction.
So that is the basics of a Pilates Magic Circle. They are simple in design, but very effective for targeted exercises. Most of the products available these days, will also come with a training DVD, so you can learn the exercises to practice at home or on the move. If you are looking to add some quality tools to your Pilates Home Equipment collection, then a Magic Circle is the perfect choice.
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