Who is Lessie Fitness?

Lessie Fitness is a fitness creator and a BetterMe ambassador. On her channels, she shares beginner workouts, Pilates, and beginner calisthenics—simple, easy-to-follow workouts with a straightforward approach. She shares step-by-step beginner exercises, gentle body toning, mobility, and balance to help individuals feel stronger, more confident, and move comfortably at their own pace.

Is reformer better than yoga?

Neither is objectively better; they serve different primary purposes. Reformer training utilizes external spring resistance to build muscular strength and endurance ( 1 ), while yoga primarily uses body weight to improve flexibility, balance, and isometric strength ( 3 ).

Can you lose belly fat by doing Pilates?

You cannot spot-reduce belly fat through Pilates alone. Fat loss occurs when you sustain a caloric deficit over time ( 4 ). While Pilates burns calories—typically between 150 and 250 calories per hour depending on intensity —dietary adjustments are required to significantly reduce total body fat percentage ( 5 ).

Will Reformer Pilates flatten my stomach?

Reformer training strengthens the transverse abdominis ( 1 ), which acts like an internal corset for your midsection ( 6 ). Strengthening this deep core muscle can improve your posture and prevent your stomach from protruding, which may give the appearance of a flatter midsection, even without massive fat loss.

Can you get abs just from Pilates?

Pilates can help strengthen the abdominal muscles ( 7 ). However, for those abdominal muscles to be visible, your body fat percentage generally needs to drop below 15-20% for women and 10-15% for men. You can build the abs with Pilates, but revealing them requires nutritional management.