Gym Vibes, Pilates Gains: Why Anesti Mano Swapped Weights for the Reformer

🎙️ This week, we’re diving into the world of gym-style Pilates with Dubai-based instructor Anesti Mano, who went from bodybuilding and strict macros to spine mobility and springs! Whether you’re Pilates-curious, a gym junkie, or just Pilates-petrified, this one’s for you.

💡 Highlights You Don’t Want to Miss:

00:00 💥 Gym vs Pilates? Meet Anesti Mano
01:28 🇬🇷 From Jobless in Greece to Pilates Instructor
02:52 🙄 “Pilates Is for Women” — His First Impressions
03:51 💡 When It Clicked — Feeling the Benefits
04:44 🧘‍♂️ What Is Reformer Pilates (and Why It's Different)
05:40 ⚡ Athletic Reformer Explained: Gym Vibes on a Reformer
07:37 🔁 Classic vs Creative: The Evolution of His Practice
08:37 💪 Can Pilates Build Muscle Like the Gym?
09:37 🌀 100kg Springs?! How Reformer Resistance Works
10:25 ⚖️ Stability, Balance & Strength — The Reformer Challenge
11:17 ⏳ How Long Until You See Results?
12:12 🧩 Why You Shouldn’t Do Just One Thing
14:22 🏋️‍♀️ Is Pilates a Gym Replacement? Pros & Cons
16:24 🌍 Bringing Gym Vibes Pilates to London
17:41 🤔 The Biggest Pilates Misconception That Drives Him Mad
18:35 🌱 Movement Without Judgement — His Inclusive Philosophy
19:08 🦾 Megaformer vs Reformer — What’s the Difference?
20:55 🏠 Home Pilates Tips for Nervous Beginners
22:35 ✅ 3 Beginner Pilates Moves to Try at Home
24:16 🧍‍♂️ Spine Mobility vs Gym Form — The Mindset Shift
26:23 👏 You Don’t Need to Be Flexible to Start Pilates
28:08 🧘‍♂️ “Gym People” in Pilates? Yes Please!
30:30 💛 Making It a Lifestyle — Not a Quick Fix
31:26 🌍 Where to Find Anesti Mano & His Workshops
32:10 📺 Watch Next: Pete’s Pilates Journey & Gym-Pilates Myths