Discover the best Pilates essentials and beginner equipment, from mats to resistance bands, to build your perfect at-home practice. If I had to build my routine from scratch, this is where I would start!
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Apps & Videos
Stay consistent with your Pilates routine using digital resources. From Pilates workout apps and on-demand classes to podcasts on wellness and movement, online tools make it easy to practice anywhere, anytime
If I had to just give one most important recommendation for anyone starting Pilates, it would be Amanda Blauer’s videos. She makes you fall in love with pilates and gives really strong foundation. The knowledge she teaches can be transferred to any o...
Amanda Blauer Pilates at Home App
Move with Nicole probably needs no introductions, but her videos are great and totally free on YouTube! She has great energy and a huge variety of workouts of different lengths that are filmed in beautiful locations. She gives great prompts, but I wo...
Move With Nicole YouTube Videos
Pilates by Izzy is definitely for the advanced! But her videos are great, she has an app, but there are so many great ones on YouTube for free as well!
Pilates by Izzy YouTube Videos & App
Equipment
Props add variety and challenge to your Pilates practice. They’re lightweight, affordable, and perfect for upgrading your at-home Pilates setup without taking up space
I started with a really basic rubber mat, then made an investment into a better quality one, and it made such a difference! A cheaper mat is also totally fine, but this one is non toxic, feels super nice against the skin with a microfibre top, doesn’...
THE Prettiest Burga Yoga Mat
A pretty water bottle is a must, if you ask me! This one is stainless steel, BPA and lead free. Also feels soft and is leak free!
Water Bottle Burga
To advance your Pilates workouts, it is really handy to get a set of resistance bands. Especially ones that feel comfortable and don’t slip. Also great for travelling as they are super lightweight and compact, and can be used for many other exercises...
Resistance Band Set
A light set of dumbbells is my most used piece of additional equipment. These ones feel really smooth and comfortable, and look nice!
Dumbbell Set 2-15 lbs
Long foam roller can be used to recreate Reformer Pilates exercises at home and add more variety to the routine. So it’s a 2 in 1 for working out and stretching at home!
Long Foam Roller
Workout Clothes
The right workout clothes make a huge difference not only in performance, but also giving confidence and motivation
I have many workout sets from AIM’N, they always perform great and look good! This one also feels super soft 🧸
Macchiato Shape Seamless Tights & Cross Back Bralette Set
H&M Move sports range is truly underrated! It’s a great value for money, they have cute, trendy fits and the quality is amazing!
Flared Sports Leggings with SoftMove™ H&M
And a matching sports bra, really comfy and great quality!
Light Support Sports Bra with SoftMove™ H&M
A long sleeve wrap top is always handy as a light layer. Also works as a cute leisure wear 🌸
Sports Wrap Top in Modal
A zip up top is another essential piece when building your workout clothes collection of basic staples. Live this one from H&M!
Zip-through Sports Jacket with SoftMove™ H&M
These I always have with me for any workout. Recommend getting silk or satin ones to prevent breakage and creases in the hair.