In this episode of The Macro Hour, Nikkiey Stott tackles one of the biggest fitness debates today: can reformer Pilates actually build muscle?

After 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. 

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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 ...