The Perfect Pair: How Pilates and Weight Training Work Together

22 Aug The Perfect Pair: How Pilates and Weight Training Work Together

Pilates and strength training are the perfect pair. Discover how alignment, mobility, and strength combine for lifelong fitness.

Many women ask: Should I do Pilates or lift weights? The answer is: you should do both. Together, they create a fitness plan that’s balanced, strong, and sustainable.

Pilates: Alignment & Mobility

Pilates builds core stability, posture, and flexibility. It trains the smaller stabilizing muscles that protect the spine and joints, making every other movement you do safer.

Strength Training: Power & Protection

Weight training builds muscle mass, increases bone density, and supports joints. It prevents muscle loss (sarcopenia) that accelerates after 40 and keeps your body strong for daily life.

Why They Work Better Together

• Pilates teaches body awareness, so you lift weights with better form. 
• Strength training gives you the muscle strength that enhances Pilates control. 
• Together, they improve flexibility, strength, and balance—keys for injury prevention.

Statistic:

The CDC notes that combining strength training with balance work can cut fall risk by nearly 30% in older adults (CDC.gov).

“Physical activity that combines strength and balance training is essential for reducing fall risk.” – CDC

👉 Alternate Pilates and strength training during the week, or add Pilates as a warm-up/cool-down to your weight routine. The combination will leave you strong, flexible, and resilient. We offer both pilates and personalized one on one weight training for women at NW Core Balance. Check out our offers and sign up now!