Faye Li

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Join date: Feb 24, 2020

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Faye Li is a Vancouver-based certified Pilates instructor and movement educator with over eight years of experience helping clients improve strength, mobility, posture, and overall well-being through personalized Pilates instruction. With a Bachelor of Science in Food, Nutrition, and Health from the University of British Columbia, she combines movement science, biomechanics, and anatomy expertise to create safe, supportive, and results-driven sessions for clients of all ages and fitness levels.

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Aug 27, 2026 ∙ 4 min

Reformer Pilates vs. Mat Pilates: Which Is Right for You?

Reformer Pilates vs. mat Pilates isn’t really a competition. They’re two approaches within the same method, each offering something a little different. Mat Pilates uses your bodyweight on the floor, while Reformer Pilates adds spring resistance, support, and more options for movement. Neither is automatically better than the other. The best fit comes down to your body, your goals, and where you’re starting. If you’re trying to decide where to begin, here’s a straight comparison: how they...

Aug 16, 2026 ∙ 4 min

Reformer Pilates for Back Pain: Can It Help?

For many people, yes. Research suggests Pilates may help reduce chronic low back pain in the short term, with outcomes comparable to other forms of exercise (PLOS ONE systematic review). Reformer Pilates can provide a gentle, low-impact way to build strength, improve control, and support healthier movement through the spine. Of course, back pain can have many different causes, so Pilates won’t be appropriate for everyone and shouldn’t replace medical care when it’s needed. Here’s how it...

Aug 14, 2026 ∙ 4 min

What Is Reformer Pilates? A Simple, Beginner-Friendly Guide

Reformer Pilates is a form of Pilates performed on a spring-loaded machine called the Reformer. It features a sliding carriage within a bed-like frame, along with adjustable springs, ropes, and a foot bar that work together to support a huge variety of exercises. As you move the carriage through slow, controlled, full-body movements, the springs provide both resistance and assistance depending on what your body needs. Think of it as Pilates with a very clever support system built right in. ...