Forget hot yoga, move aside padel, and take a hike, Hyrox, because 2026 was the year that Reformer Pilates studios popped up in every town centre and on every high street. No longer only accessible for an elite few, custom-made Reformer studios are now everywhere, and Reformer has earned its reputation as a powerhouse for building strength, mobility, and mental clarity.
However, when high-intensity exercise culture overtakes classic Pilates principles, the line between effective training and physical breakdown can quickly blur. Nikkii Behrens is the founder of Rare Street Pilates, and has been practising Reformer for more than ten years. She
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