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What is Infrared Mat Pilates? A Warm Welcome to a Deeper Practice

17 November 2025
4 min read
By Aligné Studio Team

What is Infrared Mat Pilates? A Warm Welcome to a Deeper Practice

You may have heard the buzz about Infrared Mat Pilates, the latest wellness wave sweeping through London. But what exactly is it, and what makes it so special? Let’s explore this warm and wonderful practice.

So, What’s the Deal with Infrared?

Infrared heat is a gentle, radiant heat that warms your body directly, rather than the air around you. Think of the feeling of the sun on your skin – that’s infrared. In our studio, we use state-of-the-art infrared panels to create a comfortably warm environment for our Mat Pilates classes.

This isn’t the intense, humid heat of a hot yoga class. It’s a dry, therapeutic warmth that feels incredibly natural and soothing.

The Benefits of a Heated Pilates Practice

So, why add heat to Pilates? The benefits are both immediate and long-lasting.

1. Deeper Stretches, Greater Flexibility

The infrared heat gently warms your muscles, allowing you to sink deeper into stretches and improve your flexibility more effectively than in a regular class.

2. Enhanced Detoxification

The warmth increases your circulation and encourages your body to sweat, which is a natural way to detoxify and cleanse your system. You’ll leave class with a healthy glow.

3. Accelerated Muscle Recovery

The deep-penetrating heat helps to soothe sore muscles and reduce inflammation, making it a perfect complement to your other fitness activities.

4. A More Mindful Experience

The enveloping warmth helps to quiet the mind and deepen your focus, allowing you to connect more profoundly with your body and your breath.

Is Infrared Mat Pilates for Me?

If you love the precision of Pilates but are looking for a little something extra, then Infrared Mat Pilates is for you. It’s suitable for all levels, from complete beginners to seasoned practitioners.

It’s particularly beneficial if you:

  • Want to improve your flexibility
  • Are looking for a low-impact way to detox
  • Suffer from muscle tightness or soreness
  • Simply want to add a new dimension to your Pilates practice

Experience the Warmth at Aligné

At our central London studio, we invite you to experience the unique benefits of Infrared Mat Pilates for yourself. Our classes are small and intimate, ensuring you receive personal attention and guidance from our expert instructors.

Ready to feel the glow? Book your Infrared Mat Pilates class today and discover a new level of practice.

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