Evidence-Based Pilates Podcast

Host, Dr. Adam McAtee, PT, DPT, explains how anatomy, functional anatomy, and biomechanics answer different questions about the body and movement. Using the triceps and Pilates exercises such as the sidekick, rollover, and roll-up, he shows why understanding forces helps instructors make sense of exercise demands, modifications, and dosage.Offerings for Pilates studios:⁠Click here⁠ to learn more about our Foundations of Anatomy & Biomechanics Course made for teacher training programs. This program is a done-for-you anatomy module!⁠Click here⁠ for 2-week free trail of the Anatomy & Biomechanics Club Studio Membership so all of your instructors can join the club.Offerings For Pilates instructors:⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠⁠ for a 2-week free trail of the Anatomy & Biomechanics Club.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠ for a 2-week free trail of the Pilates Club.Free Resources⁠Click here⁠ for a free Exercise Workshop (The Roll Up)Click here⁠ for a free Muscles Guide.⁠⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠ to follow Adam on Instagram.Click here to subscribe to our free SubStack articles.

What happens when we start questioning the rules we've been taught about Pilates?In this episode of the Evidence-Based Pilates Podcast, Dr. Adam McAtee, PT, DPT is joined by Pilates educator Nic Maz to explore the evolution of Pilates teaching, the original repertoire, and how modern exercise and pain science can challenge long-held beliefs about movement.Together, they discuss overcoming fear, distinguishing fearless movement from reckless movement, breaking away from rigid teaching rules, and helping clients expand their physical capabilities.Whether you're a new instructor or an experienced educator, this conversation encourages you to think critically, challenge assumptions, and continue evolving your approach to teaching Pilates.Want to connect with Nic?Click here to learn more about The Pilates Circle.Click here to follow Nic on Instagram.Evidence-Based Pilates Studio Offerings:⁠Click here⁠ to learn more about our Foundations of Anatomy & Biomechanics Course made for teacher training programs. This program is a done-for-you anatomy module!⁠Click here⁠ for 2-week free trail of the Anatomy & Biomechanics Club Studio Membership.Evidence-Based Pilates offerings for instructors:⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠⁠ for a 2-week free trail of the Anatomy & Biomechanics Club.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠ for a 2-week free trail of the Pilates Club.Free Stuff:⁠Click here⁠ for a free Exercise Workshop (The Roll Up)Click here⁠ for a free Muscles Guide.⁠⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠ to follow Adam on Instagram.Click here to subscribe to our free SubStack articles.

Dr. Adam McAtee, PT, DPT questions a Pilates-industry message based on Joseph Pilates's warning that exceeding prescribed repetitions creates harmful muscle fatigue. He compares the quote with current exercise-science thinking, arguing that fatigue is not inherently poison and that exercise dosage should reflect a person's capacity, goals, and health context while still respecting Pilates tradition.Offerings for Pilates studios:⁠Click here⁠ to learn more about our Foundations of Anatomy & Biomechanics Course made for teacher training programs. This program is a done-for-you anatomy module!⁠Click here⁠ for 2-week free trail of the Anatomy & Biomechanics Club Studio Membership. For a ridiculous deal you can get your entire staff full access to the Anatomy & Biomechanics Club & the Pilates Club!Offerings For Pilates instructors:⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠⁠ for a 2-week free trail of the Anatomy & Biomechanics Club.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠ for a 2-week free trail of the Pilates Club.Free Resources⁠Click here⁠ for a free Exercise Workshop (The Roll Up)Click here⁠ for a free Muscles Guide.⁠⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠ to follow Adam on Instagram.Click here to subscribe to our free SubStack articles.

What's the difference between Pilates progressions and progressive overload?In this episode of the Evidence-Based Pilates Podcast, I'm joined by Pilates educator and strength coach Kyle Marsh to unpack one of the most debated topics in the Pilates industry: strength training.We explore why strength training has become such a controversial topic, where traditional Pilates education falls short, and how understanding exercise science can make you a more effective instructor.From progressive overload and exercise intensity to muscular fatigue, training volume, and specificity, we break down the principles that drive strength adaptations and how you can apply them to your Pilates classes.The goal isn't to turn Pilates into weightlifting. It's to understand how the body adapts to exercise so we can make more informed decisions and better serve our clients.Want to get in touch with Kyle?Click here to learn more her course, Understanding Strength in Pilates.Click here to check out her website.Click here to follow Kyle on InstagramEvidence-Based Pilates Offerings for Pilates Studio:⁠Click here⁠ to learn more about our Foundations of Anatomy & Biomechanics Course made for teacher training programs. This program is a done-for-you anatomy module!⁠Click here⁠ for 2-week free trail of the Anatomy & Biomechanics Club Studio Membership. For a ridiculous deal you can get your entire staff full access to the Anatomy & Biomechanics Club & the Pilates Club!Evidence-Based Pilates Offerings For Pilates instructors:⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠⁠ for a 2-week free trail of the Anatomy & Biomechanics Club.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠ for a 2-week free trail of the Pilates Club.Free Resources⁠Click here⁠ for a free Exercise Workshop (The Roll Up)Click here⁠ for a free Muscles Guide.⁠⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠ to follow Adam on Instagram.Click here to subscribe to our free SubStack articles.Click here to access the ACSM Position Stand

Courtney Miller joins Adam McAtee, PT, DPT for a rapid-fire game of Pilates True or False. Together, they explore teacher-training quality, online certifications, standardized programming, instructor creativity, client retention, social media, and whether the Pilates industry is truly oversaturated. This candid conversation challenges common assumptions about what makes a great instructor, and what it takes to build a successful career in Pilates.Want to connect with Courtney?Click here to visit the Pilates Republic offerings.Follow Courtney on Instagram @CourtneyMillerPilatesFollow Pilates Republic on Instagram @PilatesRepublicOfferings for Pilates studios:⁠Click here⁠ to learn more about our Foundations of Anatomy & Biomechanics Course made for teacher training programs. This program is a done-for-you anatomy module!⁠Click here⁠ for 2-week free trail of the Anatomy & Biomechanics Club Studio Membership. For a ridiculous deal you can get your entire staff full access to the Anatomy & Biomechanics Club & the Pilates Club!Offerings For Pilates instructors:⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠⁠ for a 2-week free trail of the Anatomy & Biomechanics Club.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠ for a 2-week free trail of the Pilates Club.Free ResourcesClick here⁠ for a free Exercise Workshop (The Roll Up)Click here⁠ for a free Muscles Guide.⁠⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠ to follow Adam on Instagram.Click here to subscribe to our free SubStack articles.