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EPISODE · Mar 3, 2026 · 23 MIN

Pilates, HIIT or Strength Training? What Actually Gets You Toned

from Doing It Anyway · host Jess Hugo

If you’ve ever walked into a gym class and felt completely out of place, overwhelmed by fitness trends, or unsure where to start, this episode is for you. In today’s conversation, we’re breaking down the truth about group fitness classes, HIIT workouts, Pilates, and strength training, and why so many women in their 20s feel confused, intimidated, or stuck when trying to build their dream body.From instructors acting as motivators vs. form coaches, to the hidden injury risks in high-intensity classes, we’re unpacking what actually works for sustainable fat loss, muscle tone, and long term confidence.Inside this episode, we dive into:• The real difference between strength training vs HIIT for body recomposition• Why many “beginner” classes aren’t truly beginner friendly• The role of instructors: motivation vs proper form correction• Pilates for flexibility vs strength training for a toned physique• How group classes can leave women feeling insecure or overlooked• Why online coaching and personalised programs can accelerate results• Where to start if you feel overwhelmed by macros, protein, and gym cultureIf you’re a woman in your 20s who wants to lose weight, tone up, and feel confident walking into any gym; without feeling judged or confused, this episode will help you cut through the noise and take back control of your fitness journey.Because becoming your best self isn’t about doing what’s trendy.It’s about doing what actually works for you.Work with me: msha.ke/successwithjessInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsjesshugo/AFTER HOURS BROADCAST ^^^

If you’ve ever walked into a gym class and felt completely out of place, overwhelmed by fitness trends, or unsure where to start, this episode is for you. In today’s conversation, we’re breaking down the truth about group fitness classes, HIIT workouts, Pilates, and strength training, and why so many women in their 20s feel confused, intimidated, or stuck when trying to build their dream body.From instructors acting as motivators vs. form coaches, to the hidden injury risks in high-intensity classes, we’re unpacking what actually works for sustainable fat loss, muscle tone, and long term confidence.Inside this episode, we dive into:• The real difference between strength training vs HIIT for body recomposition• Why many “beginner” classes aren’t truly beginner friendly• The role of instructors: motivation vs proper form correction• Pilates for flexibility vs strength training for a toned physique• How group classes can leave women feeling insecure or overlooked• Why online coaching and personalised programs can accelerate results• Where to start if you feel overwhelmed by macros, protein, and gym cultureIf you’re a woman in your 20s who wants to lose weight, tone up, and feel confident walking into any gym; without feeling judged or confused, this episode will help you cut through the noise and take back control of your fitness journey.Because becoming your best self isn’t about doing what’s trendy.It’s about doing what actually works for you.Work with me: msha.ke/successwithjessInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsjesshugo/AFTER HOURS BROADCAST ^^^

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