Stamina AeroPilates Pro XP 557 Review
Price: $1299.00
You'll get a studio quality workout in the comfort of your home with this two-in-one trainer, designed to scult your body as well as work your heart and lungs.
Visit WebsiteThe Stamina Aero Pilates Pro XP 557 Pilates machine is the perfect addition to any home gym, particularly because it offers users a way to combine traditional Pilates exercises with an additional aerobic component. Besides helping you train and tone the various muscles of the body, the Stamina XP 557 Aero Pilates Pro Reformer is also an excellent way to burn calories and lose weight.
While similar to its predecessor, the AeroPilates Pro XP 556, this model is four inches longer for greater range of motion. This allows you to effectively scult your body, while the free-form cardio rebounder works your heart and lungs.
AeroPilates Pro XP 557 Design
The Stamina Aero Pilates Pro XP 557 Pilates Reformer is an in-home, commercial grade pilates machine. It consists of a spring system with different resistance levels set up on a platform that you can lay on, sit on or do various other exercises from. Simply push off from the free form cardio rebounder while lying on your back for additional cardiovascular exercise benefits.
The Stamina Aero Pilates Pro XP 557 Pilates Reformer was constructed to be four inches longer than traditional reformers. The benefit of this length increase is that it will accommodate most heights in reference to Pilates exercise needs.
The Reformer is made out of commercial steel and is elevated 15 inches to allow for more advanced exercises. It also has:
- Four springs – each with different resistance levels.
- Commercial grade wheels for a smooth carriage glide.
- Aluminum rails and oak-finished wood construction.
- Adjustable ropes, straps, and hand grips to fit any user.
- Adjustable headrest and oversized high density foam shoulder pads.
- A footbar that adjusts to three positions.
AeroPilates Pro XP 557 Features
A unique feature of the AeroPilates Pro XP 557 is the Cardio Rebounder that fits in holes at the base of the machine and functions like a trampoline. The Rebounder allows you to “jump” while lying down on the reformer, so that you can use the Rebounder safely and effectively.
The cardio workout is gentle to your joints and connective tissue, and yet allows you to reach and maintain your target heart rate as effectively as with a treadmill. You can turn your feet in or out to hit different muscle groups and reach hard to access thigh, hip, and waist muscles. The Rebounder can be taken on and off the reformer easily.
This Pilates machine may be used by individuals weighing up to 300 pounds and is designed to develop flexibility, posture, and strength. To this end, the machine is packaged with an:
- AeroPilates Level 1 Workout DVD,
- AeroPilates 20 minute Cardio Workout DVD, and
- AeroPilates Full-Color Workout Wall Chart.
Dimensions
The Stamina AeroPilates XP 557 Reformer, weighing in at 133 pounds, is a big machine. Its dimensions are as follows:
- The Reformer measures: 98” L x 23.25” W x 15” H
- The Free-Form Rebounder measures: 14” W x 19” H
Because it doesn’t fold up, you’ll need adequate space for use and storage. Also note that it is recommended to always have assistance when moving the machine.
Warranty
Stamina Products warrants that this product will be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal use, service and proper operation for a period of 90 days on the parts and 5 years on the frame from the date of purchase from an authorized retailer.
Customer Reviews
“This machine is great for all the pilates work, just like what I have used at the pilates studio and I love the trampoline rebounder. It’s like running in the sand and getting an ab workout at the same time. Very easy on my knees. I love it. My belly’s flattening out and I am getting the same amount of cardio that I was getting on the treadmill, but without the pounding and jarring… (read more)”
“I use this reformer at home every day, using the dvd tapes which go from basic beginner to advanced. I have taken classes for almost a year so I have the basic training and I can take that and move on. This is such a smooth reformer I will use it for years… (read more)”
“This is a great reformer for the money…I can do all the exercises I did at the gym. It is sturdy, glides smoothly and you feel that it is really solid beneath you. The rebounder attachment gives a good cardio element to the workout. I am really glad I bought it… (read more)”
Average Amazon Rating: 4.0
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Commercial grade quality.
- 300 pound weight capacity.
- Includes removable free-form rebounder for low-impact cardio workouts.
- Rails are eight inches longer than standard reformers to accommodate taller users.
- You can perform over 100 Pilates exercises to tone and shape your entire body.
- Adjustable headrest and footbar.
- Adjustable ropes, straps and hand grips to fit any user.
Cons
- Assembly required (it will take about 1-1/2 to 2 hours).
- A big machine requiring adequate space for use and storage.
- Not easily portable.
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The Bottom Line
The Stamina AeroPilates Pro XP557 is for the person who takes their home Pilates reformer workout seriously and who wants to take the traditional Pilates workout to the next level with the addition of cardio. You’ll lose weight and tone the hips, thighs, and abdominals! Using the AeroPilates Pro is the safest, most effective way to perform Pilates exercises without a licensed instructor, and with the included videos, anyone can learn to use the machine.
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