Reformer Pilates Expansion Deck: 46 New Cards With Video Guides

Hi there! I’m George Watts, your friendly neighbourhood Pilates teacher and the mastermind behind the Reformer Pilates Expansion Card Deck.

This is an expansion deck (with 46 reformer cards) to my Reformer Pilates Card Deck. That means if you get both decks, you’ll have 94 cards to play with. So, get your hands on the original deck first.

When I’m not busy bending into pretzel shapes, I’m slaving away updating the Online Pilates Lesson Planner—because, let’s face it, who doesn’t love a good pilates plan?

Now, let me introduce you to the Reformer Pilates Cards Expansion Deck—a pocket-sized powerhouse packed with 46 reformer exercises. Whether you’re a newbie or a seasoned Pilates pro, this deck’s got your back (literally). It’s like having a Pilates instructor in your pocket.

Each card comes with step-by-step instructions and illustrations so clear even your cat could follow along (not that we’re suggesting you teach your cat Pilates… but we won’t judge if you try).

Get ready to level up your pilates reformer practice with a dash of convenience and a sprinkle of fun!

Good News! This deck is an add-on for the original Pilates Reformer Card Deck. You might also like my 30 Reformer Pilates Mini Workouts Cards: Foundation & Flow (deck 1) and 30 Reformer Pilates Mini Workout Cards: Strength & Sculpt (deck 2).

What’s On Each Card?

Each card has the following nine features:

Feature 1.
Exercise Name & Number 

Clear identification for quick reference.

Feature 2.
Colour-coded Categories

Coloured borders because pilates should be stylish.

Feature 3.
Benefits

The exercise’s superpower.

Feature 4.
Cues

Steps to make you look like a pilates guru.

Feature 5.
Step-by-step Instructions

Step-by-step, no extra pilates jargon.

Feature 6.
Stick Figure Perfect

Anatomically correct illustration.

Feature 7.
One Minute Timer

Because sometimes less is more.

Feature 8.
QR Code

Your all-access pass to videos, tips, and smug confidence. Includes access to 30 modifications for each exercise (that’s a whopping 1,380 modifications!).  

Feature 9.
Clickable Bits

Swipe, click, repeat—Pilates has never been so clickable.

Explore The 46 Reformer Pilates Exercises In The Deck

Below are the 46 Reformer Pilates exercises included in the card deck—neatly categorised and totally clickable. Each link lets you preview the move, so you know exactly what you’re getting.

19 Foundation Reformer Exercises 

• Monkey Stretch
• Oblique Twist
• One Leg Stretch
• Pelvic Tilt I
• Pelvic Tilt II
• Running
• Shortbox Side Bends
• Shoulder External Rotations
• Shoulder Shrugs
• Side Splits I
• Side Splits II
• Single Heel Lifts
• Single Knee Stretch
• Supine Arm Extension
• Toe Dips
• Triceps Curl
• Triceps Extensions I
• Triceps Extensions II
• Trot

14 Intermediate Reformer Exercises

• Mermaid
• Reverse Elephant
• Reverse Extensions
• Reverse Knee Stretch
• Row To Extension
• Scooter Stretch
• Shortbox Spine Twists
• Side Lying Arm Circles
• Side Lying Leg Kicks
• Spine Twists
• Stir The Pot
• Stomach Massage
• Stomach Massage Rounded
• X Band Stretch

13 Mastery Reformer Exercises

• Oblique Rolldown
• Reclining Pigeon
• Reverse Frog Kicks
• Reverse Lunge Press
• Short Spine Massage
• Shortbox Crunches
• Shortbox Hawk
• Shortbox Tree
• Skater
• Star Side Kick
• Starfish
• Super Splits
• Up Stretch

Here Are The 3 Categories in the Reformer Pilates Card Deck

The Reformer Pilates Expansion Card Deck includes 46 Reformer exercises organised into three progressive categories:

Category 1.
Foundation (Blue Border)

These 19 foundation series exercises focus on building a strong base and mastering essential movements. Ideal for beginners and those looking to refine their technique.

Category 2.
Intermediate (Green Border)

The 14 intermediate series exercises are designed for those with a bit more experience. These exercises introduce more complexity and coordination, targeting multiple muscle groups simultaneously.

Category 3.
Mastery (Red Border)

The 13 mastery series exercises are for seasoned practitioners. These exercises offer a high level of difficulty, focusing on strength, balance, and precision to push your limits.

How To Create A Workout Routine With The Reformer Pilates Cards

There are an infinite number of reformer workout routines you can create with these 46 cards.

To help you get started, you’ll receive three reformer workout cards. Each workout card has five Reformer Pilates exercises that I like to call pilates mini workouts. If you want more mini workouts, you might like my 30 Reformer Pilates Mini Workouts Cards: Foundation & Flow (deck 1) and 30 Reformer Pilates Mini Workout Cards: Strength & Sculpt (deck 2). 

Do each exercise for one minute, and voilà, you’ve got yourself a 5-minute workout! Want to feel like a Pilates superhero, then stretch it to five minutes per exercise for a 25-minute session that’ll have your abs saying, “Are we done yet?”

Swipe Right For Pilates: Explore On Any Device

Unlock the versatility of my cards by accessing the PDF on your desktop, laptop, phone, iPad or tablet. Seamlessly integrate them into your digital routine – just download the PDF, take a seat and effortlessly swipe through each card for a convenient and accessible Pilates exercise experience.

Clickable Bits For Easy Navigation That Basically Turns The Card Deck Into A Really Affordable App

Everything on the card deck has clickable bits…and all those clickable bits basically turn the deck into an affordable, easy-navigate app…but without the subscription, the updates, or your phone yelling about storage space. Affordable, intuitive, and refreshingly un-appy. Who knew PDFs could be this clever?

What You’ll Receive

You’ll receive all these goodies: 

• The entire set of 46 cards as a high-quality easy-to-navigate, app like PDF, so you can access the cards on your desktop, laptop, phone, iPad or tablet. 
• A high-quality, Printable PDF with bleed marks (for easy cutting) of all 46 cards, for those who prefer their pilates in paper form. 
• The 46 cards in JPG and PNG formats—perfect for your digital collection.
• 3 pre-made reformer pilates workout routine cards to get you started on the right foot (or butt).
• A getting started video—your quick guide to using the cards like a seasoned pro.

FAQs

“Hey George, I love your Reformer Pilates Expansion Card Deck, and can’t wait to enjoy playing with them.”