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ALDI’S VIRAL REFORMER PILATES MACHINE RETURNS JUST IN TIME FOR CHRISTMAS

17 November, 2025

• Aldi’s sell out Reformer Pilates Machine returns to stores nationwide on 30^th November for just £144.99
• Pilates expert @kayleighjaynefit reveals her top tips and exercises for the ultimate Reformer Pilates Machine workout

Following its initial launch earlier this year and becoming a social media sensation, Aldi’s Reformer Pilates Machine (£144.99) is returning just in time for Christmas, landing in stores from 30^th November. Shoppers will need to be quick though because Aldi’s must-have gift this Christmas will be limited to one per customer, and as with all Specialbuys once they’re gone, they’re gone!

To help shoppers get the most out of their home workouts, Pilates expert Kayleigh Jayne (@kayleighhjaynefit) who has 164k Instagram followers, is sharing her top hacks and exercises for the machine.

Loved by fitness enthusiasts for providing a full-body workout that is gentle on the joints, the Reformer Pilates Machine combines a smooth-gliding exercise deck, adjustable height, and five levels of resistance to strengthen, tone, and improve flexibility. Once reserved for high-end studios, Aldi’s foldable version brings Pilates into the home for just £144.99. It folds away for compact storage, is wheeled for easy transport, and comes with five resistance bands and a spare wheel.

Qualified Pilates instructor, Kayleigh, shared an recent Instagram post which has already caused excitement with followers eager to snap up the machine when it lands in store. She said: “Aldi’s Reformer Pilates Machine is such a versatile piece of equipment — it can be adapted for beginners or advanced users, and it’s amazing for building core strength while being gentle on the joints, making Reformer accessible without compromising on price!”

Kayleigh highlights that Reformer Pilates isn’t just for professionals, its exercises are suitable for beginners too, helping to build core strength and improve posture and Aldi’s returning must-have brings the benefits of Pilates to everyone.

“You don’t need to be a Pilates pro to feel the benefits of the Reformer. Start with simple moves, focus on your breathing, and you’ll be amazed at how quickly your strength and confidence grow.”

Kayleigh has shared her favourite exercises to do on Aldi’s Reformer Pilates Machine, alongside her biggest watch outs for beginners and pros alike:

1.Footwork Series: Find Your Balance

Press evenly through your heels or the balls of your feet to wake up the legs and glutes. Aldi’s resistance bands create a smoother, lighter feel than springs, helping you build alignment and control without unnecessary joint strain.

Things to watch out for:

• Ankles rolling inward or outward – keep them neutral
• Locking your knees at full extension
• Letting your core disengage, which can strain your lower back

2. Glute Bridge with Footbar: Fire Up the Glutes

This really helps to strengthen glutes and hamstrings. Roll up through the spine, press through your feet and lift the hips evenly. With adjustable band tension, you can fine-tune the resistance to target the glutes and hamstrings while maintaining back support – just make sure to keep your core engaged.

Things to watch out for:

• Overarching your lower back instead of lifting through the glutes
• Knees drifting inward or outward
• Dropping your hips unevenly during the lowering phase

3. Leg Circles: Smooth and Controlled

Anchor your core and move from the hip joint for clean, even circles. The band system allows for slow, controlled and fluid transitions while keeping consistent resistance, helping to improve hip mobility and stability with less impact.

Things to watch out for:

• Making circles too large, which can strain the lower back
• Rocking the pelvis side-to-side
• Moving too quickly and losing control

4. Double Leg Stretch in Straps: Core Connection

Lie horizontal with your feet in the straps, then extend both legs with control into a “V” shape, exhaling deeply as you move. Inhale as you return to your starting position with control, making sure to keep your lower back supported. If your lower back starts to lift, you can modify the movement by extending one leg at a time. The continuous pull of the bands keeps your core engaged, enhancing coordination and control throughout the exercise.

Things to watch out for:

• Lower back lifting off the carriage
• Overextending legs, which can strain hip flexors
• Rushing the movement and losing breath control

5. Stretch and Cool Down: Breathe and Reset

Always take around 10 minutes to stretch and cool down after your session. Finish with stretches such as mermaid, hamstring stretches and child’s pose and try to incorporate the 4-7-8 breathing technique. The lighter band tension helps you flow through stretches more smoothly, leaving your body lengthened and your mind calm. Once you’ve cooled down, Aldi’s machine easily folds away for convenience.

Things to watch out for:

• Skipping your cool down entirely
• Bouncing in stretches instead of holding them steadily
• Forgetting to breathe deeply and evenly

Aldi’s Reformer Pilates Machine returns on 30^th November, available in stores nationwide while stock lasts. Shoppers will need to be quick, as with all Aldi Specialbuys, once they’re gone, they’re gone.