The Truth About Group Fitness Classes | Ep. 382
The Truth About Group Fitness Classes | Ep. 382  
Podcast: The Macro Hour
Published On: Mon Jul 27 2026
Description: In this episode of The Macro Hour, Nikkiey Stott tackles one of the biggest fitness debates today: can reformer Pilates actually build muscle?Full notes, timestamps and the transcript: https://www.warriorbabe.com/strength/does-reformer-pilates-build-muscle-after-40After trying a popular reformer class herself, Nikkiey shares what these workouts do well—from improving mobility and body awareness to providing a fun, low-impact workout. But she also explains why feeling the burn isn't the same as building muscle.You'll learn the difference between metabolic stress and true progressive overload, why mechanical tension is the key to muscle growth, and why strength training with external weights remains essential for improving body composition, bone density, and long-term health.If you've ever wondered whether Pilates is enough—or how it fits into a strength-focused routine—this episode will help you separate fitness marketing from the science. Ready to get toned after 40 without guesswork? Join my FREE live trainingJoin Our Free WarriorBabe Community If you've got a story about how The Macro Hour Podcast has positively impacted your life, we'd love to hear from you! Fill out this short form for a chance to be featured!Wanna collaborate with WarriorBabe? Click HERE! Follow Nikkiey and WarriorBabe's Socials:WarriorBabe - Instagram | Facebook | YouTube | WebsiteNikkiey - Instagram | Facebook | TikTok Welcome to The Macro Hour Podcast, where we talk about mindset, methodology, and tactics that will help you lose body fat, build muscle, be strong, and feel insanely confident. We've got a no-bullshit, no-nonsense approach with a lot of love and heart to help you reach your goals.