WITH reformer pilates machines costing around £1,800, it is no wonder that shoppers have raced to buy Aldi’s £149.99 version this weekend.
However, shoppers have been left outraged after spotting that some people had snapped up the devices only to list them for £500 on eBay when they got home.
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Aldi’s reformer pilates machine arrived in supermarkets yesterday and will set you back £149 – which is £1,750 cheaper than the original machineCredit: Supplied
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People spotted Aldi’s machine being sold for £400 on Vinted and £500 on eBayCredit: Tiktok/Aldi shoppers left fuming
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Aldi shopper Kasey was ecstatic to snap up Aldi’s new reformer pilates machine – but wasn’t one of the resellersCredit: Tiktok/@kaseyclarke0
TikTok user Anna screenshotted her Vinted page which had numerous machines being sold for over twice the price.
On her @annaleonora26 account, the upset Aldi shopper said: “Resellers are jerks.”
Many people agreed with her, with one person saying: “I saw this too, some are on eBay at almost £500.”
A second wrote: “I missed out this morning by a couple of minutes and it’s so disappointing to see resellers trying to make a quick profit.”
A third commented: “Was the same with the 5 in 1 styler a few weeks ago- They were putting them on at more than double.”
Aldi’s purse-friendly machine arrived in stores on Sunday for £149.99, and we shared how shopper Kasey Clarke was among lucky Aldi fans who have managed to get their hands on one of the coveted machines after it arrived in stores today.
Taking to her @kaseyclarke0 account, she said: “POV you won the Aldi war and got a pilates reformer.
“Happy Aldi reformer day to those who care.”
The easy-to-assemble machine is £1,750 less than the Original Fold Reformer, which will set you back £1,899.99.
The machine features adaptable resistance levels with five resistance bands and adjustable height settings.
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It has a smooth gliding functionality, and has transport wheels for easy movement, and foldable storage capabilities.
If that wasn’t enough for your fitness journey, Aldi is also selling lots of gym accessories to go with it.
Also up for grabs is a pilates pad, a three piece pilates ball set, a pilates ring, and rotation ring,
Each of the products are just £5.99 each, and will help with strength, balance, conditioning and coordination.
For additional strength training, Aldi’s adjustable step deck (£12.99) allows fitness gurus to add in cardio with ease, and even includes resistance handles and a balance board for a full-body workout.
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The machine features adaptable resistance levels with five resistance bandsCredit: Supplied
As with all Aldi Specialbuys once they’re gone, they’re gone, so head to stores quickly if you want to grab them.
Reformer pilates has become a viral hit online in recent years with over 2.8 million posts being made about it on TikTok.
While it is proven to be an effective workout, it can be costly.
Prices for just one class start at £37 – not something we can afford to do multiple times a week.
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The budget retailer is also selling a step deck for cardio loversCredit: Supplied
Aldi bosses say: “Whether looking to strengthen cores, improve flexibility, or tone muscles, the machine is designed to help anyone achieve their fitness goals.
“Complete with an introductory exercise chart, it’s a must-have addition to any home gym.”
For those tech savvy trainers, a smart watch is also available for £11.99 to track your progress.
When you are done with your workout, cool down with the foldable fitness mat for just £19.99.
To make sure you get all knots out, use the massage roller for £3.99.
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By Lucy Gornall, personal trainer and health journalist
EXERCISE can be intimidating and hard to devote yourself to. So how do you find the right workout for you?
As a PT and fitness journalist, I’ve tried everything.
I’ve taken part in endless fitness competitions, marathons and I maintain a regime of runs, strength training and Pilates.
Fitness is so entrenched in my life, I stick to it even at Christmas!
The key is finding an activity you love that can become a habit.
STANDING in the queue at the supermarket, Hannah Davison feels a burning sensation in her neck.
While it might be alarming for some, the hairdresser is all too aware of what is causing her chronic pain.
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Hannah Davison’s 36H breasts left her in constant agony and with a hunchbackCredit: SWNS
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Unable to stand for long periods of time, Hannah says that her boobs also got in the way of eatingCredit: SWNS
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She flew to Poland for breast reduction surgery and is now thrilled with her new 34C boobsCredit: SWNS
Her 36H breasts are the culprit with Hannah claiming she was ‘on the way to having a hunchback’ like the famous bellringer Quasimodo.
But Hannah, 33, can now hold her head (and neck) up high after having surgery to reduce her boobs by five cup sizes to a 34C.
She flew to Wroclaw, Poland, on April 14 to have breast reduction surgery where over a kilogram of tissue was removed from her chest.
The two-hour long surgery cost £3,373 after Hannah received a discount for paying through her Monzo card.
Now five cup sizes smaller, Hannah feels the hunch at the top of her neck caused by her boobs is “already going” and her daily pain has “disappeared literally overnight”.
Hannah, who lives with her husband in Greater Manchester, says: “I felt like I was on my way to having a hunchback.
“It panicked me at first because it felt like there could be something really wrong.
“I’m a hairdresser so I’m on my feet all day and using my arms.
“I struggled to stand up for periods of time.
“I’d have a burning sensation in the top of my neck.
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“I’d have to sit down for half an hour until it stopped.”
Hannah says that even simple tasks like eating proved a huge challenge.
“Even eating a meal before I was hunched because my boobs would mean my back was pushed down,” she explains.
“My posture was a huge problem.”
The hairdresser says that her life has totally transformed since her surgery, and she’s not the only one who has noticed the difference.
“Everyone has just been looking at them so shocked at how good they look and how it completely changed the frame of my body as well,” she says.
“I look smaller, they were so big and pronounced and changed the frame of body.
“Now they look a lot more natural as well and the pain has been severely reduced.
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Hannah suffered from years of burning neck pain to her size 36H breastsCredit: SWNS:South West News Service
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Hannah says she would give the pain of her surgery a 5/10Credit: SWNS:South West News Service
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Hannah stayed overnight at Europe Surgery’s clinic before staying a further five days at a hotelCredit: SWNS:South West News Service
BREAKDOWN OF HANNAH’S COSTS
Surgery – £3373
Flights – £210
Accommodation – £270
“It’s a better quality of life and I’m a lot more comfy in my own skin, which I can say I’ve never had because I’ve had big boobs since I was 14.”
Hannah’s back pain began when she was just 21 when she began hairdressing.
She said: “As the years have gone on – I’m 33 now – it’s just got progressively worse, and I had a hunch at the top of my back.
“Standing up and moving my arms in a certain way gave me a burning pain in the back of my neck.”
Hannah first heard about the procedure after a friend flew abroad for a breast augmentation in March 2025 at Europe Surgery, a clinic in Wroclaw, Poland.
She says: “My decision to go was very last minute.
“I’d wanted surgery done since I was 21 but it was always unreachable due to the price in the UK.
Standing up and moving my arms in a certain way gave me a burning pain in the back of my neck
Hannah Davison
“I went to Mya Cosmetic Surgery about six years ago and got a quote for £8,000 for the same procedure.
“It was way out of range for me.
“The last thing I heard was that the wait list [on the NHS] was six years and you had to go through extreme mental health screening.
“I didn’t want to wait any longer.
“I had the savings anyway but I didn’t want to dip into them, so I worked six days a week for six weeks to make the money I needed for my surgery.”
Hannah emailed the clinic in January 2025 and had her surgery just six weeks later.
Common Causes of Saggy Boobs
Gravity: Over time, the constant pull of gravity can cause the ligaments in the boobs to stretch and sag, especially in larger ones
Smoking: Smoking reduces blood supply to the skin, leading to a loss of elasticity and premature sagging
Lack of Support: Not wearing a properly fitting bra, especially during exercise, can lead to stretching of breast tissue and ligaments
Weight gain and loss: Changes in body weight can spark changes to the fatty tissue in the breasts, making them more prone to sagging
She says: “The clinic has a Facebook page with over 17,000 members so you get to see loads of different people’s point of view.
“I’m now four weeks post-op and I feel absolutely fine.
“I started back at the gym two weeks post-op.
“My best friend is a nurse and she can’t believe how neat the incisions look.”
Hannah stayed overnight at Europe Surgery’s clinic before staying a further five days at a hotel, while she waited to be fit to fly home to the UK.
She says: “A few times I was worried I could feel fluid inside my breast, so I just went straight in.
“All the nurses are so lovely.
“The whole experience pain wise was a five out of 10.
“The only annoyance of the whole process is the healing as you have to do nothing.
“Other than that, it was a great experience.”
She estimates that “just over a kilo and a half” of breast tissue was removed in the surgery.
She adds: “I’ve always been into the gym and training, and I feel like my body composition would never change.
“No matter how much I trained it would never make a difference.
“Now I can wear nice gym clothes.”
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She estimates she lost a kilo and a half of breast tissueCredit: SWNS:South West News Service
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She likened herself to The Hunchback of Notre Dame pre-surgery, as she said her ‘Quasimodo boobs’ meant she was constantly hunched overCredit: AF Archive
He said it is “kind of crazy” to be told that he looks like the infamous stalker and serial killer and the amount of messages he gets about it is “insane”.
Nikita even claims women on dating apps ask him to kidnap them and lock them in a cage – like Joe does in the show.
Some women will even send him their address for him to go over – but insists he’s never taken anyone up on the offer.
Nikita, a content creator, from Dover, Kent, said: “I have a lot of family and friends say that I look like Joe from You.
“A lot of people tell me that I have a serial killer vibe, which is kind of scary as I am not trying to be a serial killer.
“People really love the idea of being stalked by Joe.
“I will be sent locations, people will ask me to stalk them and lock them in a glass cage.”
Nikita started posting videos on TikTok three weeks ago, and his messages were soon flooded by strangers who said he bears striking resemblance to Joe Goldberg.
He said he found it “crazy” to be likened to a serial killer but has leaned into the stereotype.
Nikita said: “I have had a lot of people in my life who tell me I look like Joe.
“So I thought I would start posting online, it has been kind of crazy.
“I get thousands upon thousands of messages every day of people telling me that I look like Joe and asking me to stalk them.”
Nikita – who is single – says women on dating apps will often message him with their location.
He says he will often jokingly tell them that he is Joe’s brother.
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The creepy character of Joe often stalks girls and traps them in cagesCredit: CLIFTON PRESCOD/NETFLIX
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Nikita claims people message him asking if he’ll put them in a glass cageCredit: SWNS
Nikita said: “I get people on dating apps messaging me asking if I can put them in a glass cage.
“People will send me their live location and ask me to stalk them.
“They don’t think I am a catfish, they just think I am a really good lookalike.
“I just respond to them saying I’m his brother and their reaction is always a surprise.”
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The fifth and final season of You is now streaming on NetflixCredit: Netflix
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Joe embarks on an affair with Bronte in the latest seasonCredit: PA
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Nikita claims women will send him their live location and ask him to stalk themCredit: SWNS
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Nikita said he tells women who mistake him for Joe that he is his brotherCredit: SWNS
Nikita said he is a huge fan of You, but doesn’t understand why women are fascinated by Joe as a character.
He said every day he leaves the house, someone will come up to him – mistaking him for the actor.
Nikita said: “My initial response is always ‘I get that a lot’.
I get people on dating apps messaging me asking if I can put them in a glass cage
Nikita Darwin
“I will leave the house and people come up to me asking me to stalk them.
“In all honesty, I don’t think people would enjoy it as much as they think they would.
“I think he is really bad, but all the girls seem to be fascinated by this serial killer, which is really messed up.”
The final season of You
IN the fifth and final series, which is now streaming, viewers see Joe embarking on an affair with a young woman named Bronte, played by Madeline Brewer.
They meet after she gains employment at his bookstore but it soon becomes clear that she has an ulterior motive after she developed suspicions that Joe was responsible for the death of her close friend.
Penn Badgley reprises his role of Joe Goldberg, the serial killer who has gotten away with numerous murders.
The show is based on the book series by Caroline Kepnes.
You started out on Lifetime, after Netflix originally passed on it.
But, with low ratings on the cable channel, the streaming network picked it up and saw massive success.
A HOMEOWNER was left stunned after her neighbour took matters into their own hands with their DIY project.
She took to Reddit to explain what happened, and people were left divided on it all.
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The homeowner shared a snap of their fence on RedditCredit: Reddit
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People had different ideas of how they could get their own backCredit: Getty
The problem started when her neighbours decided to add a small building to the back of their garden.
Initially, the project made no difference to the homeowner and she thought nothing of it.
That is until she came home from work one day to discover they had replaced their shared fence for their benefit.
It turned out the small outbuilding had a small window on the wall next to the shared fence, but because of the normal fence panels no light could get into the window.
That’s when the neighbours decided to take matters into their own hands.
The homeowner explained: “I came home from work today and this is how the fence looks, the neighbour has had a building built at the bottom of the garden and a window on the building just the other side of that fence.
“I understand it’s to allow light to pass through the window bit it looks white and why should my privacy be invaded for their benefit?”
Alongside the post, the homeowner shared a picture of the new fence, which had large holes in the design to allow light through.
However, as well as letting light into her neighbour’s new space, the new fence allowed them to peek right into her garden.
After sharing the post on Reddit users were left divided over how the homeowner should go about the problem.
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One said: “That is certainly one of the most moronic things I’ve ever seen.”
Meanwhile, a second suggested adding plants to the area to solve the problem.
They explained: “You can buy laurel trees that are already a couple of metres high to give a hedge a head start.
“This is what I did last year. I planted 10 two metre high laurels last spring and they are doing really well.”
And while someone else suggested adding another shed on their side of the fence, another person had an easier plan.
They said: “Instead of a shed, just put two garden chairs directly facing it, then sit there and look in through their window.
“Privacy works both ways and when they don’t have it, they will want it back.”
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One study by Compare the Market revealed the top reason British neighbour’s argue
Broken fences – top of the board was broken fences and whose responsibility it was to fix it
Parking: one of the leading drivers of neighbour disputes, with 54.1 per cent of people having issues with people parking in front of their house, parking bay or driveway
Trees – complaints about a neighbour’s tree cracking your garden path was also common with nearly half of participants finding it frustrating
Bin wars – outdoor bin etiquette continues to ignite the most furious debates between neighbours
Nosy Neighbours – some people have their eyes and ears at the ready to have a peek causing problems for others
She added that she’d tried to wash up the bottle “six times” before coming to the conclusion that it would be “stained forever” after she’d used it for turmeric.
As one last ditch attempt, she decided to try Fairy’s new Skip the Soak spray, which she’d picked up for just £1 thanks to a Tesco Clubcard voucher.
“In all honesty, I just forgot that I had it,” she said.
“Then thought I’d just give it a try seeing as nothing else was working.”
She then showed the spray in action, before rinsing the foam off to reveal a completely clear and clean bottle.
“If you’ve ever had anything come out the dishwasher and it comes out a bit orangey… I’ve never been able to get those kind of stains out before,” Hannah continued.
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She also said that, as the name suggests, the spray can be used in place of leaving something to soak to get it clean.
“It says you can use it on surfaces as well,” Hannah said.
“Someone even said you can use it on clothes if you’ve got a stain in clothes.
“I think it’s quite new.
“Wanted to share because I feel like this is such a huge hack!
“I can’t believe it.”
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“What is this witchcraft?” Hannah wrote over the top of her video, adding in the caption: “I can’t believe I’ve had this just sitting in my cupboard for weeks!”
And the comments section was almost immediately filled with other chuffed users raving about the budget buy.
“It got bacon grease off my daughters dancing leotard, it’s SO good,” one wrote.
“No, that is incredible!! Saw the ad for it but didn’t think it’d be that good!!” another added.
“It makes cleaning the air fryer so much easier too,” a third commented.
“Can’t wait to try this on the tupperwares that never look clean,” someone else wrote.
As another joked: “You know you’re old when you send this to your mum asking for one on your birthday!”
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She watched as the spray got to work in secondsCredit: tiktok/@hannahmotherhood
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Taking the stain from the surface of the blender on to the foamCredit: tiktok/@hannahmotherhood
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And when she rinsed it off, it was completely clean and clear once againCredit: tiktok/@hannahmotherhood
And if you’re looking for something to keep yourself entertained before finding out if England can earn something more than “nil points” in the final tonight, we’ve got just the puzzle for you.
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Can you spot all five of the hidden microphones in this chaotic Eurovision picture?Credit: Best New Bingo Sites
But it’s not easy, as only those with the sharpest eyes can spot all five of the hidden microphones in the chaotic brainteaser, supplied by Best New Bingo Sites.
If you’re struggling, try following these tips.
For the first, look up to the sky to spot the sneaky mic.
England might end up with a disappointing result on Saturday night, but see if you can see the hiding device by the Union Jack.
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The second is near another flag, and you’ll be a real génie if you can catch a glimpse.
Crazy dance moves are part and parcel of the song contest, but the guy kicking his leg up might want to be careful, as there’s one of the microphones right next to him.
Talk about hiding in plain sight, but the fourth can be found being used by one of those hoping for victory.
And the final microphone can also be spotted by the same guy in the leopard-print shirt.
Maybe take a look behind him?
If you still can’t figure out where the microphones are, scroll down to find out exactly where they are.
There are 12 words hidden in this VERY tricky brainteaser – you have 20-20 vision if you can spot them all in scenic pic
Certain brainteasers and optical illusions, particularly those that involve patterns or sequences, can help strengthen both short-term and long-term memory.
By working through puzzles on a regular basis, you will actively engage the brain’s memory systems and directly improve your future attempts at visual challenges.
Many brainteasers, like this one, require challengers thinking outside the box.
This improves creative problem-solving skills by encouraging the brain to come up with innovative solutions.
How can optical illusions and brainteasers help me?
Engaging in activities like solving optical illusions and brainteasers can have many cognitive benefits as it can stimulate various brain regions.
Some benefits include:
Cognitive stimulation: Engaging in these activities challenges the brain, promoting mental agility and flexibility.
Problem-solving skills: Regular practice enhances analytical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
Memory improvement: These challenges often require memory recall and can contribute to better memory function.
Creativity: They encourage thinking outside the box, fostering creativity and innovative thought processes.
Focus and attention: Working on optical illusions and brainteasers requires concentration, contributing to improved focus.
Stress relief: The enjoyable nature of these puzzles can act as a form of relaxation and stress relief.
It also translates to real-life situations where you might need to approach challenges in new and inventive ways.
If you’re after another brainteaser to challenge yourself, try this one – as apparently only those with a high IQ are able to find the heart hidden among the spring flowers.
WHETHER you want to get your body summer ready or just want to incorporate some more exercise to your routine, pilates makes for a great workout.
And reformer pilates has become a viral hit online in recent years with over 2.8 million posts being made about it on TikTok.
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Aldi is selling a reformer pilates machine and it’s much cheaper than other brandsCredit: Supplied
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There are plenty of accessories up for grabs to for just £5.99Credit: Supplied
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The budget retailer is also selling a step deck for cardio loversCredit: Supplied
While it is proven to be an effective workout, it can be costly.
Prices for just one class start at £37 – not something we can afford to do multiple times a week.
Fortunately, Aldi has come to the rescue by selling a reformer pilates machine you can use at home.
And the best part is that it’s a fraction of the price of other brands selling one.
The easy-to-assemble machine costs just £149.99 while the Original Fold Reformer costs £1,899.99.
That’s a huge saving of £1,750 if you buy it from the German retailer.
The machine featuring adaptable resistance levels with five resistance bands and adjustable height settings.
It has a smooth gliding functionality, and has transport wheels for easy movement, and foldable storage capabilities.
Aldi bosses say: “Whether looking to strengthen cores, improve flexibility, or tone muscles, the machine is designed to help anyone achieve their fitness goals.
“Complete with an introductory exercise chart, it’s a must-have addition to any home gym.”
The 9 best exercises to get a reformer Pilates body without the expense
If that wasn’t enough for your fitness journey, Aldi is also selling lots of gym accessories to go with it.
Also up for grabs is a pilates pad, a three piece pilates ball set, a pilates ring, and rotation ring,
Each of the products are just £5.99 each, and will help with strength, balance, conditioning and coordination.
For additional strength training, Aldi’s adjustable step deck (£12.99) allows fitness gurus to add in cardio with ease, and even includes resistance handles and a balance board for a full-body workout.
The 5 best exercises to lose weight
By Lucy Gornall, personal trainer and health journalist
EXERCISE can be intimidating and hard to devote yourself to. So how do you find the right workout for you?
As a PT and fitness journalist, I’ve tried everything.
I’ve taken part in endless fitness competitions, marathons and I maintain a regime of runs, strength training and Pilates.
Fitness is so entrenched in my life, I stick to it even at Christmas!
The key is finding an activity you love that can become a habit.
