It’s back to school. A new year, a new start! Why not apply this excitement to your pilates practice? Stock up on the following pilates school supplies. Here are my most-coveted workout-related items for the fall. Spend or splurge – you’ll love these!
- Pilates' Return to Life Through Contrology by Joseph Pilates available at Amazon.com. This book details the exercises, poses and instructions fundamental to the matwork developed by Joseph Pilates.
- Gather Racerback Tank
You'll look great and feel comfortable throughout your pilates routine in this chafe resistant tank made of organically grown cotton. - Manduka Black Mat Pro
This slip resistant mat has denser, thicker form, unparalleled cushioning (for the spine, hips, knees, and elbows on hard floors), and non-slip fabric finish. Best of all, it now comes with a lifetime guarantee. It is available in two lengths - standard (71") and extra long (85"). - Prosperity Mat from Gaiam
If you’d like a lighter mat that travels well, try Gaiam’s Prosperity mat. - If you would like to practice on your own and get studio results, try the Flat Belly Pilates: Beginner Pilates Guide and Practice Journal. This book includes some of my favorite belly flattening exercises and step-by-step instructions for beginner and intermediate poses along with helpful modifications and challenging progressions so you can use this guide as you advance in your practice.

You'll look great and feel comfortable throughout your pilates routine in this chafe resistant tank made of organically grown cotton.
This slip resistant mat has denser, thicker form, unparalleled cushioning (for the spine, hips, knees, and elbows on hard floors), and non-slip fabric finish. Best of all, it now comes with a lifetime guarantee. It is available in two lengths - standard (71") and extra long (85").
If you’d like a lighter mat that travels well, try Gaiam’s Prosperity mat.