With life seemingly moving indoors till the foreseeable future, it’s time to adapt. With anxiety pumping in every hour, it’s best to keep busy and let it all out through exercise. While the standard ‘Alo, Pilates, Matcha’ is disrupted for the meantime, here’s a range of mats, reformers, tools, and kits that give the same targeted workout, without the Pilates studio subscription.
Alo Yoga | Warrior Mat
For most of us, the biggest challenge when working out at home is making space. So, for those who cannot fathom having a reformer machine at home, a mat works just as effectively to pulse and hold. This one by Alo Yoga is thick and sturdy enough to cushion the limbs at any position and comes with a matte finish that holds its wear over time.
Ultimate Pilates
For those who would like more than a mat, this UAE-based brand features a range of high-quality Pilates machines suited for the home. They also have custom designs in case you’re looking to modify your machine. But if you’re not looking to make a full commitment, the brand also offers home rentals, where you can choose to keep a machine for 1–10 weeks.
FÔLD Reformer | Original FOLD Reformer
A bit more compatible, this foldable reformer machine sits between the best of both worlds: it performs like a reformer with studio-like features and quality, and its foldable design makes it flexible to spaces just like a mat would be. Not only that, but the machine comes with a host of other Pilates essentials as well—a Pilates circle, resistance bands, grip socks, a Pilates ball, 1kg dumbbells, and of course, a Pilates mat just in case. The bundle also comes with a 12-month app membership, where you can take workout classes.
Align-Pilates
For those looking for Pilates chairs and ladder barrels, Align-Pilates offers a more comprehensive range of equipment featuring both Pilates tools and more. However, certain equipment is designed with studios in mind, so remember to double-check before purchasing.
GRYP
A homegrown marketplace for all things socks, GRYP fosters a range of wellness brands, both local and international. Here you can find grip socks in solid colours, delicate designs, embroidered, and more.
La Brisa
An athleisure brand by a mother-daughter duo in Dubai, La Brisa’s grip socks come with whimsical icons and frills at the ankles, adding a fun, feminine edge to workout gear.
Ikasu
Between delicate ombre washes of colour and ballet-style designs, Ikasu’s socks also teeter the line between functionality and fun. With a snug grip, they make challenging workouts easier to push through.
BetterMe | Pilates Essentials Kit
To complement the mat workouts, this toolkit has everything one would need to recreate a typical Pilates workout. A Pilates ball, grip socks, resistance bands, and loops, these versatile tools can also be used for other forms of home workouts.
Onyx | Mat Pilates Set
For those still living the soft, minimalist life, this beige Pilates set is an elevated add-on. Featuring the staples, including a soft mat and weights, it works to build strength and support your workouts without compromising on style.
