Celebrities and regular folks alike depend on Pilates to strengthen their core muscles as well as improve their flexibility and overall health, according to USA Today. AeroPilates machines can help you incorporate cardiovascular exercises into your Pilates workout. Because these machines can be quite expensive, you may opt to purchase a refurbished AeroPilates machine.
History
An AeroPilates machine provides an update on the exercises Joseph Pilates first created in the 1920s to strengthen dancers' core muscles and give them a more athletic physique. The exercises gained popularity among women as a way to stay in shape. More recently, men started to realize the benefits of Pilates, including improved posture and body alignment. The use of an AeroPilates machine can help improve posture problems resulting from spending hours in front of a computer. These benefits can be achieved with a refurbished as well as a new AeroPilates machine.
Price and Warranty
A new AeroPilates machine can run as high as $700, although some discount outlets offer them for about $500. Some refurbished machines sell for as little as $200. Stamina Products, the main distributor of AeroPilates, does not sell refurbished machines and does not extend product warranties to anyone but the original purchaser. If you purchase a refurbished AeroPilates, check out the warranty provided by the seller. Purchase your machine from a reliable source and find out if the machine comes with a warranty comparable to ones that come with a new machine.
Used Equipment
If you're looking to save on the expense of a new AeroPilates machine, consider buying a used machine from a private seller. Your purchase will not be protected by a warranty, but buying from an individual offers several advantages over buying from a company in business to sell refurbished exercise equipment. A private seller can provide you with an original receipt to help you judge the condition of the equipment. A private seller likely anticipates selling the machine at a loss rather than a profit, so your bargain may be genuine. People commonly buy exercise equipment that sits idle after one or two sessions. A gently used AeroPilates machine may be in much better shape than one refurbished for a quick sale.
Considerations
New, used or refurbished, an AeroPilates machine takes up considerable room. If you want to save money -- and space -- you might consider the AeroPilates Space-Mate, which attaches to a door during use and can be stored between workouts. If your interest rests with the standard-size machine, try testing one out before making a purchase. If your local gym stocks AeroPilates machines, you could try one during a visit. Ask a trainer or manager at the gym about their experience with AeroPilates machines -- whether they break down rarely or frequently and if repair problems are minor or major. Such research can help you make an informed decision about whether purchasing a refurbished AeroPilates machine will prove right for you.
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