Pilates vs Weight Lifting

[Anonymous]

Is it the same outcome just different methods of getting there?

Weights seem like they give faster results.

[Anonymous]

I work with a trainer 2x a week (120 minutes), and do a mix, with some yoga included for balance and flexibility. To some extent, different ways to accomplish the same goal— maintaining muscle mass in perimenopause. Although weights target larger muscles and Pilates targets smaller muscles (I use a Pilates bar). Mixing things up keeps it more interesting.

[Anonymous]

You can only get so strong and build so much muscle in Pilates because you are limited by your bodyweight and machines don’t offer that much resistance. Not saying Pilates isn’t beneficial but it’s not really strength training.

[Anonymous]

I do love bodyweight exercises, but you do need to add some weight - like handhelds when doing squats for example. Pushups are hard for me no matter what so I don't need to add weight there, but I'm guessing you could add a weight belt?

I think the idea of doing both is a good one - do some heavy lifting and keep your flexibility up. Pilates and yoga don't isolate muscles - they use your whole body, so it is balancing.