How to save big money on your pilates machine

you can save alot on pilates machines if you want to

So you have decided to make the purchase and buy a pilates machine, this is a good decision on your part. Studies have shown that pilates machines can decrease the risk of heart attack and increase the years in your life, but they can take a harsh toll on your wallet so we look at some ideas to getting a pilates machine on a budget but you can save money on your pilates machine.

If you are light in the wallet but heavy in the mid section then head over to craigs list for a used pilates machine, you should be looking for some top names such as Windsor Pilates Machine, or Aero Pilates Machine. You often will find them there at 1/3rd the store price with little to no use on the pilates machine. Just make sure that you take the time to see what your really buying.

When you arrive to look at the pilates machine make sure you look at any of the bearings and wheels to make sure that they haven't been broken or damaged and that they are well lubricated. One sign of possible damage may be the size of the actual seller, most of these machines are not designed to hold over 220 pounds or so, and if your seller is 350 then there may be wheel damage or the bars may be bent out of shape. You won't save money on your pilates machine if you have to buy parts.

Another great way to pick up one of these pilates machines very inexpensively is to go to an auction site like ebay or yahoo auction. There you will not have the advantage of looking over the machine first so make sure that you buy one that is new or in new condition that way if there is something wrong with the machine you will be able to return it for a refund.

When selecting your pilates machine though do not let price alone determine what you spend. There is a big difference between a 200 dollar model and a 700 dollar one but you have to determine if those differences are worth the extra money to you or if they are anything you even actually need.

Keep an eye out in your local classifieds and auctions and you are sure to save at least 50 percent of the retail price but again make sure you ask why the person is selling, if its because of space look around, do you have more space than they do? If it is because they just don’t use it maybe there is something about the machine that makes sticking to using it daily harder such as it isn’t comfortable or something like that. But most pilates machines are fairly simple so this shouldn’t be too much of a problem.