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Amelia Belcastro
There’s a reason you’re seeing reformer pilates all over your feed. It’s low-impact, high-burn, and much prettier than your normal gym workout. It’s also way tougher than it looks, meaning recovery is non-negotiable.
Whether you’re going with the girls or hitting a class solo, these reformer pilates recovery plans are the perfect way to back it up.
Fuelling your body is just as important as fuelling your mind, so food is definitely a must. Pick somewhere to go and get breaky straight after or organise a long lunch so you can have a decent catch-up and unpack all things life while you eat all the calories you’ve just burned off.
Need an excuse to get a massage? You’ve got it. A full-body massage is as much recovery as it is self-care. It releases any tension built up from your class and improves circulation for faster recovery, which is exactly what you need after activating parts of your body you’ve never used before.
A match made in wellness heaven, reformer pilates and infrared saunas are all about feeling good from the inside out. The gentle infrared heat helps ease muscle tension, so you can move better, think clearer, and rest deeper. It’s also not a bad way to keep yourself toasty in the colder months.
Done working up a sweat? There’s a float tank calling your name. Sink in, switch off and let the Epsom-salt-rich waters take care of recovery as you enjoy the sense of zero gravity. You’ll step out feeling lighter, freer, and completely unconcerned about what’s for dinner.
Ok this one is less about the recovery, but it deserves a mention. If you’ve still got energy to burn, yoga is your next obsession. Offering similar benefits, it’s calming, reduces stress, is just as aesthetically pleasing if we’re being honest (especially when it’s by the sea).
Looking for more ways to take care of your body? We’ve got plenty of wellness moments that’ll help make you feel renewed.