Evidence-Based Pilates Podcast

By Dr. Adam McAtee, PT, DPTHealth & Fitness Fitness

Evidence-Based Pilates Podcast episodes

June 08 194. The Science of Lateral Breathing
Dr. Adam McAtee PT, DPT explores the biomechanics of lateral breathing, its role in Pilates, and practical strategies for optimizing breathing patterns to enhance movement efficiency and reduce work of breathing.

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!

Offering 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.

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47 min
June 04 193. Breaking Down The Cue, "Pull Your Belly Button To Your Spine"
Dr. Adam McAtee PT, DPT explores the nuances of cueing in Pilates, focusing on the 'belly button to spine' cue, its evolution, biomechanics, and how language impacts client perception and safety. He emphasizes understanding anatomy to enhance teaching effectiveness and client resilience.

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!
Offering 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. ⁠
Click here⁠ for a free Muscles Guide.
Click here for a free Anatomical Terminology Guide.
⁠⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠ to follow Adam on Instagram.
Click here to subscribe to our free Substack articles.
31 min
May 30 192. If You Can't Trust Your Master Instructor, Who Can You Trust?

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!
Offering 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. ⁠
Click here⁠ for a free Muscles Guide.
Click here for a free Anatomical Terminology Guide.
⁠⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠ to follow Adam on Instagram.
Click here to subscribe to our free Substack articles.
41 min
May 22 191. Understanding Load in Pilates
In this episode, Dr. Adam McAtee, PT, DPT explores the science of load in Pilates, covering internal and external forces, biomechanics, and practical applications for instructors. Learn how understanding physics can elevate your teaching and improve client outcomes.

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!
Offering 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. ⁠
Click here⁠ for a free Muscles Guide.
Click here for a free Anatomical Terminology Guide.
⁠⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠ to follow Adam on Instagram.
Click here to subscribe to our free Substack articles.
25 min
May 14 190. Cueing Strategies For Clients With Chronic Low Back Pain
In this episode Dr. Adam McAtee, PT, DPT explores a research study comparing cueing strategies in Pilates for chronic low back pain, emphasizing that success in Pilates can be achieved through multiple approaches. Adam discusses the implications of cueing muscles versus movement focus, and how this impacts client outcomes. Click here to view the study referenced.

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!
Offering 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. ⁠
Click here⁠ for a free Muscles Guide.
Click here for a free Anatomical Terminology Guide.
⁠⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠ to follow Adam on Instagram.
Click here to subscribe to the free Substack article.

21 min
May 11 189. Popular Pilates Myths Worth Questioning
In this episode, Dr. Adam McAtee, PT, DPT debunks common Pilates myths, exploring the nuances of exercise intensity, movement control, strength training, alignment, and equipment knowledge. Overall, Adam encourages critical thinking and evidence-based practice among instructors.

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!

Offering 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. ⁠
Click here⁠ for a free Muscles Guide.
⁠⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠ to follow Adam on Instagram.
32 min
May 07 188. Understanding Knee Stretches on the Reformer
Dr. Adam McAtee PT, DPT explores the biomechanics of knee stretches on the Pilates reformer, emphasizing understanding external and internal forces, muscle engagement, and exercise evolution. He shares insights on how to adapt exercises for different goals, highlighting the importance of biomechanics knowledge for effective teaching.

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!

Offering 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.
Click here for a free Muscles Guide.
⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠ to follow Adam on Instagram.

28 min
May 04 187. Controversial Cues: Are They Really That Bad?
In this episode, Dr. Adam McAtee, PT, DPT explores the nuances of Pilates cues, challenging common beliefs and emphasizing the importance of context in instruction. He discusses controversial cues like 'scoop the belly in,' 'tighten your core,' and 'shoulders back and down,' providing evidence-based insights to help instructors refine their teaching techniques.

Have a teacher training program? We have a done-for-you anatomy module for you to use in your training.
Click here to learn more.
Pilates studio owners! Want to get your entire staff into the Anatomy & Biomechanics Club (for a DEAL)?
Click here for 2-week free trail of the Studio Membership.
Ready to take your teaching career to the next level?
⁠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.
Click here for a free Muscles Guide.
⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠ to follow Adam on Instagram.

36 min
April 29 186. A Simple Way To Build Muscle in Pilates
In this episode, Dr. Adam McAtee, PT, DPT shares a simple, evidence-based approach to building muscle in Pilates by doing exercises twice per session, aligning with ACSM recommendations. He discusses practical strategies, common misconceptions, and how to incorporate hypertrophy principles into Pilates practice.

Have a teacher training program? We have a done-for-you anatomy module for you to use in your training.
Click here to learn more.
Pilates studio owners! Want to get your entire staff into the Anatomy & Biomechanics Club (for a DEAL)?
Click here for 2-week free trail of the Studio Membership.
Ready to take your teaching career to the next level?
⁠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.
Click here for a free Muscles Guide.
⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠ to follow Adam on Instagram.

23 min
April 26 185. Rebuttal: Bone Strength Through Pilates?
Dr. Adam McAtee PT, DPT critically examines a Balanced Body article claiming that Pilates can significantly improve bone strength. He discusses the scientific validity of concepts like Wolf's Law, axial loading, alignment, and resistance training for bone density, emphasizing evidence-based practices and the importance of accurate education for Pilates instructors.

Have a teacher training program? We have a done-for-you anatomy module for you to use in your training.
Click here to learn more.
Pilates studio owners! Want to get your entire staff into the Anatomy & Biomechanics Club (for a DEAL)?
Click here for 2-week free trail of the Studio Membership.

Ready to take your teaching career to the next level?
⁠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.
Click here for a free Muscles Guide.
⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠ to follow Adam on Instagram.
Click here to view the LIFTMOR Trial video.
Click here for the high intensity vs. Pilates trial.
Click here for the systematic review on Pilates and Yoga for bone density.

48 min

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Dr. Adam McAtee, PT, DPT helps you become a more skilled, knowledgeable, and confidence Pilates Instructor by sharing practical and science-based strategies to uplift your career.