Customer Reviews

Stott Pilates Split-Pedal Stability Chair with Handles

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I have the Stott chair and the Stott SPX reformer, and I adore both of them. The chair was my first purchase, because it was less expensive and required less room. When I want a hardcore Pilates workout, I choose the chair. Because there is less room for support (the seat versus the bed of the reformer), the chair requires more core strength for correct execution of the practice. Even the footwork is harder on the chair! I would not get a chair without having had formal Pilates apparatus training. If you have had reformer or chair lessons, though, this is a great piece of home equipment.

The finest design and construction. Highest quality materials. Built to last. Amazingly versatile. As others mention, it is more challenging for some exercises than the reformer, but it is great for those wanting sitting or standing up exercises. Fits in a small space.

While Stott offers many excellent video & written materials to support the stability chair, I highly recommend a teacher -- at least at first, and then an occasional checkup.

It's not about getting old! Keep moving with functional exercises. It is therapy. Or, if you're an athlete, add this to your training and take your performance to a higher level.

After breaking the Malibu Pilates chair spring, I decided to upgrade to a real Pilates Chair. And the Stott Pilates is that and more. It's solid. You have to assemble it, but with patience you can assemble it perfectly in about an hour. There are four big springs (one heavy and one light for each foot platform. The vinyl padding is quite comfortable and thick. The large rectangular shaped pads for the foot pedals are excellent. This is an excellent piece of commercial quality gym equipment that will provide excellent muscular and aerobic conditioning. It comes with the Essential and Intermediate video that is good! I would have given it five stars, but it's not simple to change from split pedals to one pedal easily. But I think that it's probably better to keep the pedals split as then you can learn to balance out your muscles better since you would have to move the pedals at the same rate. I think the tension with the springs is very good and the movement is silent and smooth. Overall, this is an excellent, versatile, piece of gym equipment where you can do a variety of exercises to strengthen your entire body. And the product will last a long time! You get what you pay for! However, the Malibu Pilates to start out can be a very good program, too.

The Split-Pedal Chair is a fabulous piece of equipment! It gives an excellent workout and there are so many exercises that can be done on the Chair. Lots of options; standing, sitting, side-lying, kneeling, locked pedal, split pedal, etc. I love the intensity of my workouts on the Chair!! It's also compact and easy to move. Try the STOTT PILATES dvd's as well for the Chair, they will give you a great workout and assist in proper form.

Clients come in excitedly asking for "...the exercise on that chair that makes me sweat!" That could be a good many, but I know their favorites! The beauty of this product is it's unassuming compact size with substantial build. This piece is the perfect way to challenge an athlete who wants to climb hills or ski them faster; amazing for training proper knee & hip tracking and ankle strengthening; excellent for exercises where the client can support their own body weight for strength & endurance (think gymnastics!). Splitting the pedal allows for "unilateral," work or where imbalances in sides are discovered. Splitting the pedal gives the client and instructor so many options, including ABDOMINAL work! Side plane (laying on your side or working limbs out to side) are extremely beneficial and abundant on this piece. The ability to quickly adjust spring tension and handle height (or removal) gives versatility to instructors and clients alike. An indispensable part of any studio, in a home or professional setting.

The STOTT PILATES Split Pedal Stability Chair is one of the most versatile pieces of equipment for all populations- regardless of fitness level or injuries. One of the key elements is listed right in the name of the equipment- stability. As posture and alignment are emphasized during each phase of each exercise, the chair challenges stability which in turn stregthens, tones, and improves balance. The split- pedal feature is so valuable that I wouldn't even consider using a chair without this feature. This chair is my go-to piece of equipment for challenge as well as for modifications for exercises as one as building strength. I highly encourage those investing in this equipment to take the time to watch the included DVDs prior to participating themselves- listening to the information these knowledgeable instructors are giving. Your investment will be that much more valuable to you.

The STOTT PILATES chair is incredibly sturdy and versatile! It is an excellent piece of work out equipment and stands up to a lot use. It is far superior to the other Pilates chairs I have tried. The split pedal is a must.

I love the STOTT PILATES Split-Pedal Chair! I have tried pilates chairs by other companies, but this is the best one. You can get a much more diverse range of tensions on the springs than with any other chair which really allows you to customize the workout for your clients. Don't be fooled by cheap imitations! This chair is an incredible bargain!

A great investment for your home gym. Works all hard to target areas better than any other equipment I've ever tried!