One of the great benefits of the springboard is the ability to change the tension to suit each client and each exercise. A springboard consists of a plywood board attached to the wall, complete with the springs from a Pilates Cadillac. The board is typically 20 inches wide and six feet tall and comes with springs of various lengths and tensions, together with handles, foot straps and a rollbar that you can attach to the springs. Each limb works independently, carrying its own weight — literally! Most of us are stronger on one side so we feel that difference immediately.