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Are home workouts really effective?

Home workouts have always been popular. But we've come a long way from the Ab Circle Pro. With a massive range of home workout options, one question begs to be answered: what's actually effective? 

We know we need to move more. But let’s face it, scheduling time to exercise can be hard—especially when you're trying to fit a gym timetable into your work, family, and every day chores.

That's why home workouts have always been popular! But we've come a long way from the Ab Circle Pro. Working out at home in 2026 can look like a thousand different things: Pilates, kettlebells, yoga, walking pads, vibration pads, old-school calisthenics; but what's actually effective? What's going to get you gym or studio results?

The answer is straightforward, but frustrating: a trainer. Getting the most out of any home workout plan means ensuring good form, staying motivated, and knowing how to use the tools you've brought home. 

The last thing you want is to purchase a piece of equipment and never use it because you don’t know how, or are lacking motivation.  

What should I look for in an online home workout membership?

  • A weekly or monthly workout plan that you can easily follow
  • Support from an experienced professional; someone you can connect with should you hit any speed bumps
  • A community of other like-minded people to keep your motivation up

We're big believers in choosing exercise that you enjoy. Rather than signing up for quick-fix 30-day challenges or trying to convince yourself that you love running, choose an exercise that will benefit you in your everyday life. Exercise that gives you the confidence to move freely. 

Reformer Pilates can help improve and maintain your overall fitness—leading to greater strength, flexibility and balance. And yes, you can achieve a full-body workout on your reformer, build strength, and tone muscles. 

Can I do reformer Pilates at home? 

Yes! We realise bringing home a Pilates reformer is only half the solution; you still need the guidance and support you get from a studio.

That's why we closed the loop with Freedom On Demand. You can buy your reformer from us, chat with other Freedom On Demand members online, and get expert instruction and support from our resident physiotherapist as well as a huge variety of Pilates instructors. It's a full Pilates studio; in the comfort of your home.

Move more from home. Explore Freedom On Demand, our complete virtual Pilates studio.

Shop Pilates reformers. Explore our range of studio-quality reformers and find your perfect match.

Rest and recover at home. Explore our range of recovery tools and get back in action faster.

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