Find Your Practice Anytime, Anywhere
Consistency is the quiet engine of transformation. Pilates builds it through mindful movement, linking breath with control to strengthen the body, improve balance, and deepen awareness. Practicing at home extends that rhythm beyond the studio, turning the patterns you build on the Reformer into habits that carry into daily life.
While the Reformer provides resistance and support, a few thoughtful Merrithew® fitness accessories let you bring that same focus to your Matwork at home. They keep your body aligned, muscles engaged, and movements precise, reinforcing what you learn in class and helping it translate into everyday movement.
Watch the Workout
STOTT PILATES® Instructor Trainer Rebecca Beckler, founder of Pilates949, takes her demonstration poolside using the Flex-Band® - Regular Strength and Toning Ball™ - 2 lbs. These props recreate Reformer-style resistance, helping you strengthen your body, refine movement, and improve body awareness in every exercise.
Try These Reformer-Inspired Matwork Exercises
The Hundred
A Pilates classic that tests core endurance and breath coordination, The Hundred begins with the Flex-Band® looped around your feet and the ends held beside your body. Lift your head, neck, and shoulder blades, extend your legs, and start small arm pumps. Keep tension in the band to simulate Reformer strap resistance and engage your deep stabilizers throughout the movement.
Cross Touch
This mat-based exercise mirrors rotational work on the Reformer with carriage rotation or spring-assisted twists. Holding the Toning Ball™, curl your upper body off the mat and rotate your torso to bring the ball toward the opposite knee. Alternate sides while maintaining a steady pelvis. The light resistance of the ball increases control and encourages precise spinal articulation with each repetition.
Knee Stretches
A four-point kneeling exercise that reflects the push-pull dynamics of the Reformer carriage, Knee Stretches begins by looping the Flex-Band® around the arches of both feet and holding the ends firmly. Draw one knee toward your chest, then extend the leg back with control. This movement strengthens the abdominals, hip stabilizers, and spinal stabilizers while reinforcing breath and rhythm throughout.
Merrithew® props provide the foundation for intelligent, mindful movement. They move with you, support precise execution, and are built to perform and last. Science-informed and professionally trusted, these tools help instructors refine their craft and students deepen their practice.
Build Your At-Home Pilates Setup
Choosing the Right Mat
A mat is the foundation of your Pilates practice. The right mat cushions your joints, absorbs impact, and provides a stable surface that encourages proper alignment, letting you move with precision and confidence.
- Eco-Friendly Mat (Black): Versatile and reversible, with a spacious surface for every exercise and a carry strap for easy transport. Ideal for practitioners who value sustainability without compromising quality.
- Deluxe Pilates Mat (Midnight Blue): Duurable and cushioned, maintaining shape through repeated use. Supports joints and provides a professional-quality surface for regular practice and precise control.
At-Home Pilates Essentials
For those starting small or adding selectively, these individual props support full-body conditioning and long-term progression:
Bundles for Maximum Impact
Ready-made bundles provide a complete at-home Pilates experience:
- STOTT PILATES® Matwork Props Kit: Deluxe: Includes everything you need to explore a wide variety of matwork exercises. This is the perfect choice for those who want a complete setup and the convenience of having all props at hand.
- STOTT PILATES® Matwork Props Kit: Essential: A smaller, focused kit with the most frequently used props. Ideal for those who want to invest in a high-quality home setup without purchasing the full collection.