If youโre following one or more of Instagramโs top fitness influencers thereโs a high chance youโve seen them using pilates weights and resistance bands.
Neither are an innovation, but thanks to the rise of the fit-fluencer, theyโve had a chic, Instagram-able update in recent years.
After all, thereโs something about investing in stylish activewear sets and aesthetic equipment that makes the burden of working out a little more bearable.
We know itโs not all about looksโdespite the perfect bodies shaped by aforementioned equipment flooding our feeds.
So, weโve rounded up the best pilates weights resistance bands that donโt just look pretty, but also perform for your own Insta-worthy workouts.
2023โs top pilates weight resistance bands
- MoveActive Wrist Weights, $69, The Iconic (hereโs why)
- ES Fit Ankle Weights, $199, The Iconic (hereโs why)
- Resistance Band Set $79, Lululemon (hereโs why)
The best pilates weight resistance bands

01
MoveActive Wrist Weights
from $69 at The Iconic
Best for: arm exercises
Challenge yourself and add some weight resistance to your next pilates arm workout with these wrist weights.
With their pretty pink colour, adjustable straps and balanced design, these wrist weights will guarantee you workout in comfort and style.
Sizes: 500 gram weight and 29cm x 7cm x 1.3cm dimension|Colours: Blush/Black | Materials: 100% Iron (inner) / 100% Silicone (outer)
Key features:
- Portable
- Sold with case
- Adjustable straps

02
ES Fit Ankle Weights 4LB
from $199 at The Iconic
Best for: leg exercises
These ankle weights are perfect for adding resistance to your lower body pilates exercises however they can also be used for wrist weights when you need to strengthen your upper half.
Sizes: 4LB total| Colours: Beige and Slate
Key features:
- Multifunctional
- 4LB Total weight
- Popular for pilates, strength training and walking

03
Resistance Band Set
from $79 at Lululemon
Best for: all workouts
This resistance band set can help you switch between low, medium, and high resistance levels for a customised workout.
Sizes: Band circumference: 74cm (29.1โณ) and Band width: 8cm (3.1โณ) Colours: Black | Materials: Nylon, Polyester, Rubber (Natural)
Key features:
- Three band set
- One size fits all
- Neutral colour

03 Gaiam Performance Silicone Weighted Toning Bars
from $59 at The Iconic
Best for: weighted exercises
These sleek ergonomic bars have a smooth silicone outer and even weight distribution, making them perfect to add to your next pilates workout.
Sizes: 1.0Kg Pair | Colours: Black | Materials: Silicone
Key features:
- The silicone design
- Ergonomic
- Even weight distribution
Are Resistance Bands Or Weights Better?
If youโre trying to decide between using resistance bands or weights to use in your pilates workout, the first thing you should know if that one isnโt necessarily better than the otherโthey simply offer different benefits.
Pilates resistance bands are great for certain exercises like clamshells, donkey kicks and core exercises.
Weights on the other hand, are perfect for exercises like alternating arm stretches, leg raises and side kicks.
However, some people also have a preference between weights and resistance bands due to comfortโitโs an entirely personal decision.
The only way to find out what you like is to try them out.
Looking to save money on pilates weight resistance bands? Check out our coupon codes for The Iconic.
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