Equipment Library
Magic Circle
A padded resistance ring invented by Joseph Pilates — a portable studio in your hands.
Purpose
The Magic Circle connects the arms and legs to the centre. You do not squeeze the Circle; you squeeze the powerhouse, and the Circle registers it. Used in mat, standing and supine work — the most travelled piece of classical apparatus.
Benefits
- Wakes up the inner thighs, chest and back
- Portable, compact, ideal for home practice
- Adds precision to mat exercises without changing them
Who it's for
- Home clients
- Post-partum clients rebuilding the deep connections
- Anyone travelling who wants to keep the work going
Common misconceptions
- 'Squeeze the Circle harder.' The Circle isn't the point — the connection is.
Frequently asked
- Where can I buy one?
- Ask at the studio — we can help you choose a ring with suitable resistance for your practice.
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