Studio Equipment
Balanced Body Equipment Purchases
Use affiliate ID 938665PR for 5% discount on new Balanced Body equipment purchases for your studio or home.
Alternatively, email Nancy.Tenoglio@pilates.com at Balanced Body and mention “Patricia Welter” for exceptional customer service.
Patricia says:
“Balanced Body is the gold standard for Reformers, Cadillacs, Towers, Wunda Chairs and other Pilates and CoreAlign equipment…their quality and customer support is unrivalled.”
Pilates App
Pocket Pilates
Start a free 7 day trial today. Use discount code PAT30 for $30 off discount on annual subscription.
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- Search for the equipment, body part, or position you want to focus on
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- Stress less on class programming and begin actually connecting with your client
This Pilates trainer app was made with YOU in mind. Note: subscribe via the website first, then download the mobile app.
Patricia says:
“Nico is a friend and is renowned throughout the Pilates industry. I was honoured that he asked to film my teaching to be included in short video clips on his app.”
Use discount code PAT30 for $30 off discount on annual subscription.
Pilates Clothing & Socks
MoveActive Pilates Grip Socks
Step into a dreamy world with MoveActive’s enchanting new grip sock collections. Whimsical and fun, and great quality.
Patricia says:
“These sock designs truly are whimsical and wonderful, and the quality is great.”
Tavi Noir Pilates Grip Socks
Stellar grip pattern in a variety of colors and sock styles.
Get 20% off your first order only at Tavi Noir (includes all 3 brands -TAVI Active, ToeSox, and Vooray).
Patricia says:
“These are my go-to socks for studio equipment or mat work.”
Fun Pilates Tanks & T-shirts
Fun apparel to show your love of Pilates.
Patricia says:
“I love colorful and fun Pilates gear. It’s the perfect way to accessorize my red hair!”
Pilates Accessories
Pinky Ball
A portable 2.5″ diameter ball ideal for targeting trigger points or self-massage. Buy one or in bulk.
Patricia says:
“Pinky balls are great for hard to reach places like feet, glutes or back. I purchase multiple so I can keep one in every room at home…When we had dogs, they doubled up as a dog toy.”
Pilates Toe Stretcher, aka Joe’s Toe Gizmo®
The ultimate in toe correction and enhanced movement devices, Joe’s Toe Gizmo® improves bunions and toe misalignments, and strengthens feet while enhancing balance and gait.
Patricia says:
“This is a dream for athletes, dancers or anyone that has bunions or toe misalignments. You’ll see improvements in balance really quickly, and that translates into better posture, gait and form.”
Pilates Kneeling Pads
Provides extra cushion under the knees during floor work.
Patricia says:
“A knee pad can open up a world of movement for someone with knee pain or injury rehab in the studio. They’re also great for home practice.”
WAGS Wrist Assured Gloves
Workout gloves with wrist support and padding.
Patricia says:
“Some days I need a little extra wrist support when doing plank-based movements and these help tremendously. They have good grip.”
OPTP Stretch Out Strap
Durable nylon strap with loops for stretching, used by industry professionals.
Patricia says:
“Anyone with tight hamstrings or shoulders will benefit from using this regularly to stretch deeper.”
Balanced Body Pilates Arc
Designed to help target your core, back, and upper and lower body, this powerful tool is great for all body types and skill levels.
Patricia says:
“Sturdy, lightweight and provides both steep and shallow angles for the spine. Great assistance in Pilates Mat work. Simple delivery options.”
Hand Exerciser
Progressively improve your hand flexibility, grip strength and increase forearm muscle tone.
Patricia says:
“I recommenced the soft or medium tension. These are great for daily use.”
FitBeast Flex Therapy Bar Set
Revolutionize your approach to treating Tennis Elbow, Golfer’s Elbow, and Tendonitis with the twist hand exerciser bars. This innovative tool not only reduces elbow pain but also tackles discomfort in your hands, wrists, and forearms.
Patricia says:
“This set with multiple resistance bars is a great price for a starter set.”
THERABAND FlexBar Red (Light)
THERABAND FlexBar Red is portable and convenient exercise, rehab, and injury prevention equipment. Clinically researched and proven to reduce elbow pain by 81% and increase strength in the tendons by 72% in tennis elbow patients.
Patricia says:
“TheraBand is the original in this market and the quality shows.”
Grip Strength Trainer with Adjustable Resistance
The hand grip strengthener forearm grip is perfect for improving strength, power and speed in the wrists, fingers, and forearms. It is suitable for people suffering from tendinitis, carpal tunnel, wrist fractures and tendon surgery recovery period.
Patricia says:
“I like this one because goes from lighter to heavier range….most will people need to start lighter.”
Pilates Books
The Pilates Reformer Part 1 – the Traditional Exercises
by Reiner Grootenhuis
Patricia says:
“Look for my review included in the front of the book.”
Get to Know Joe Pilates
by Cathy Strack
Patricia says:
“This is the personal side of Joseph and his history, which helps frame the reasons and specifics behind his methodology.”
Title currently out of stock.
Caged Lion – Joseph Pilates and His Legacy
by John Howard Steel
Patricia says:
“This is a fascinating inside story of Joseph written by one of his students and dear friends.”
Return to Life Through Contrology
by Joseph Pilates and Judd Robbins
Patricia says:
“Read the original thoughts of Jospeh and view his traditional Mat work as he developed the repertoire we currently know. I learned so many little details from this. A must for Pilates instructor trainees.”
My Enchanted Life: A Memoir
by Lolita San Miguel
Patricia says:
“Lolita was my mentor. I had the great privilege of training under her as one of the surviving Pilates Elders. Her amazing story is a must read.”
Pilates Anatomy
by Rael Isacowitz and Karen Clippinger
Patricia says:
“The drawings and details make this a must for any Pilates Instructor or enthusiast.”
Safe Movement For All Spines
by Gwen Miller
Patricia says:
“An amazing book one of my fellow educators shared at our recent Advance Movement Principles training course.”
