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Jan 2026
28m 31s

#41 - Pilates vs. Weights: EVERYTHING YO...

Shona Vertue
About this episode

Why does everyone in the fitness space seem to be pitting these two against each other?

Why are prominent doctors who specialise in women's health suggesting that pilates isn't enough?

Do you have to give up Pilates to maintain a truly healthy body?

All of this was answered and so much more. I was on a MASSIVE mission to clear up the confusion with this frustrating online debate.


Let's go!

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