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06-29-2015 03:58 PM
My friend gave me her new and unused Aeropilates 4500JP, a 3 cord pilates reformer. I'm looking for workout dvds and/or books with exercises to use with it. Thanks for the help!
I originally posted this on the Wellness forum and have gotten no feedback, so I know that many of you have pilates reformers and know your stuff! I bought the stand for it to elevate it for a few reasons but the main is for my knee issue, dislocating knee cap about everytime I bend it. I've gained way too much weight since my fibromyalgia flared spring of 08', gained about 120 pounds, but am still a size 20/2XL at 200lbs as I am at 299, so there that is. I've got to get back in shape for flexibility sake if not for safety of workin in a prison and get back down to my 170 range. I've been using a recumbent bike and not really making a difference in my weight. I did ballet in college and miss being comfortable in my own skin. I'm 5'8" and need to get my curves back.
06-29-2015 04:51 PM
Have you looked here at QVC for DVDs?
06-29-2015 05:27 PM
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06-30-2015 12:54 AM
06-30-2015 01:08 AM
I second ChouChou's DVD set recommendation. I have them as well, and they are perfect for your needs. They'll keep you going for quite awhile. As for your machine length... I think you'll find it's plenty long. It accommodates up to 6'5". Also, if you're wanting a rebounder, they were made for your machine model but Stamina no longer offers them. I suggest you follow the search for it on the bay. They do come up every once in awhile. I found one for a friend a few months ago for $50. I don't suggest trying to rebound on the bar, especially with knee problems. The Introduction to Aeropilates DVD should get you going just fine and not be too much to start. Good luck with it! Also, Marjolein's site is lighterliving.com and has a wealth of information about the machines and how to use them.
06-30-2015 09:26 AM
06-30-2015 10:20 AM
Here are pics of the two machines I'm considering. The IQ that collapses for storage.
And the Allegro 2.
This one has the footbar that moves the entire length of the machine for different exercises and the straps adjust with just one lever.
06-30-2015 12:25 PM
You shouldn't need to be switching strap lengths for different exercises, tigress. Here's some info...since we can't post links.
Strap Length
Your AeroPilates reformer arrives with the straps already adjusted however occasionally they are not equal lengths and will require you to manually make the correction.
06-30-2015 01:26 PM
Once you've got your form down and are tired of the DVDs that you've purchased, I highly recommend this book if you'd like to make up your own routines:
It's pricey, but it's fabulous. It has a ton or different exercises along with plenty of pictures and text describing form, what part of the body is being worked, etc. It is an instructor level book, but easy to follow once you're comfortable with the standard reformer exercises.
Good luck and enjoy your new reformer.
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