Broads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women

99: My Real Thoughts on the Pilates Trend + What the Science Says


Listen Later

Think Pilates is the secret to a long, lean, sculpted body? Let’s talk about it.

In this solo episode, I’m breaking down the Pilates hype, and telling you what’s actually happening behind those viral “Pilates body” transformations. We’re diving into what Pilates is great for, where it falls short, and why it might not be doing what you think it’s doing.

No hate, no fluff, just a real conversation about how to train smarter, not trendier.

I’m also unpacking the difference between movement that feels good and movement that changes your body, how genetics and restrictive eating sneak into the Pilates glow-up, what “lifting heavy” really means, and why strength training is the foundation that actually gets you results.

Whether you’re a Pilates girlie, a gym baddie, or somewhere in between, this episode will help you get clear on what your body really needs, and how to stop chasing aesthetics that aren’t rooted in reality.

Let’s get into it.

I Also Talk About:

(00:00) Is Pilates actually effective?

(05:52) What’s behind the “Pilates body” glow-up

(10:13) Why Pilates won’t change your body alone

(16:51) How to combine Pilates with lifting

(26:05) Final verdict: Do both—but do this first

Thank You to Our Sponsors:

Momentous: Head to livemomentous.com and use code TARA for up to 35% off your first order. Because foundational health isn't optional – it's everything.

Timeline: Get you free 3-day trial of Mitopure gummies. Head over to timeline.com/taragummies to claim yours. 

Broads 1:1 – Ready to ditch the bullshit and start feeling good in your body? Choose your level and let's do this together. Apply for BroadsCOACH or BroadsCHAMPION today  at broads.app   

Find more from Tara:

 

Website: https://www.taralaferrara.com/

Instagram: @taralaferrara @broads.podcast @broads.app

Youtube: Tara LaFerrara
Tiktok: @taralaferrara

...more
View all episodesView all episodes
Download on the App Store

Broads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for WomenBy Tara LaFerrara

  • 4.9
  • 4.9
  • 4.9
  • 4.9
  • 4.9

4.9

112 ratings


More shows like Broads: The Bold & Badass Fitness Podcast for Women

View all
Muscle Science for Women by Ashleigh VanHouten & Rachel Gregory

Muscle Science for Women

457 Listeners

Well Beyond 40 by JJ Virgin

Well Beyond 40

1,112 Listeners

Redefining Strength Podcast by Cori Lefkowith

Redefining Strength Podcast

279 Listeners

The Jordan Syatt Podcast by Jordan Syatt

The Jordan Syatt Podcast

3,731 Listeners

Everyday Wellness: Midlife Hormones, Health, and Science for Women 35+ by Everyday Wellness™

Everyday Wellness: Midlife Hormones, Health, and Science for Women 35+

1,219 Listeners

Biceps After Babies Radio by Amber Brueseke

Biceps After Babies Radio

2,118 Listeners

Mind Over Macros by Mike Millner

Mind Over Macros

1,131 Listeners

Where Optimal Meets Practical by Jordan Lips

Where Optimal Meets Practical

328 Listeners

EmPowered Radio by Emma Montgomery

EmPowered Radio

803 Listeners

Make Fit Simple by Andrea Allen

Make Fit Simple

1,495 Listeners

The Dr. Shannon Show by Dr. Shannon Ritchey, PT, DPT

The Dr. Shannon Show

1,084 Listeners

LiftingLindsay's More Than Fitness by LiftingLindsay

LiftingLindsay's More Than Fitness

352 Listeners

The Macro Hour by Nikkiey Stott

The Macro Hour

567 Listeners

Mindin' My Wellness by Dani Marenburg | Macros, Nutrition and Flexible Dieting Tips

Mindin' My Wellness

384 Listeners

The Body Pod by The Body Pod

The Body Pod

91 Listeners