Once I found an awesome coach, I committed to strength training three days a week, with an emphasis on perfecting form. I continued strength training and eating a macro-based diet over the next year and saw noticeable changes in my muscle growth and fat loss. Ready take your strength training up a notch? I incorporate a mix of Pilates exercises on the reformer, chair, and mat, and find it helps tremendously with core strength, muscle engagement, and stretching. While my goal is to build as much strength and muscle as possible, I also value the power of recovery.