Fitness professionals who've had no training with Pilates equipment should not use it. Machines like the Reformer, Wunda Chair, Pedipull and others are best left to fully-certified Pilates instructors. In a health club setting, you won't typically find Pilates machines at all unless the club offers a full Pilates program with a certified instructor. But if you do come across an group exercise instructor or personal trainer hustling you onto some Pilates equipment - beware. Ask what training they've had using these machines.
None is the wrong answer.
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