In this episode, Dr. Adam McAtee, PT, DPT shares five essential lessons learned throughout his Pilates career, emphasizing the importance of uncertainty, the inevitability of criticism, the significance of building relationships with clients, the value of supportive environments, and the need to embrace one's unique teaching style. These insights aim to guide both new and seasoned instructors in their professional journeys.

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In this episode of the Evidence-Based Pilates podcast, Dr. Adam McAtee, PT, DPT delves into the intricacies of the chest expansion exercise, a fundamental movement in Pilates. He discusses the anatomy and biomechanics involved, emphasizing the importance of understanding movement mechanics, the role of breathing, and the various teaching strategies for different skill levels. The conversation highlights the trade-offs between inhaling and exhaling during the exercise, the muscles engaged, and the significance of client-centered care in Pilates instruction. Adam encourages instructors to embrace the art of teaching while grounding their practice in scientific principles.

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In this episode of the Evidence Based Pilates Podcast, Dr. Adam McAtee PT, DPT delves into the biomechanics of extension-based exercises, focusing on the spine's structure and movement, the role of breathing, core engagement, and shoulder mechanics. He emphasizes the importance of understanding these concepts for effective Pilates instruction and offers insights into making informed decisions during practice.

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In the age of social media, it can be challenging to differentiate useful information and misleading claims.

Dr. Adam McAtee, PT, DPT shares his insights on a few claims recently made by those with an influence in the Pilates industry to help you become a more informed instructor.

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Click here to the paper comparing high intensity training to Buff Bones.

Click here and here for systematic reviews questioning the effect of Pilates on bone mineral density.

Click here for the Canadian Clinical Practice Guidelines for Managing Osteoporosis.

It's widely known that traditional strength training has greater leverage to building strength than a Pilates practice, but that doesn't mean Pilates is less valuable - it's just different!

Dr. Adam McAtee, PT, DPT shares his insights on the numerous benefits Pilates has for those who do and do not participate in traditional strength training.

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Pilates schools do an awesome job discussing Pilates exercises, but many instructors leave their education not understanding fundamentals of exercise.

Dr. Adam McAtee, PT, DPT shares his insights on what concepts are essential to be included in a Pilates teacher training.

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Strength training has countless benefits, but unfortunately many women are discouraged from lifting heavy weights and provided a ton of misinformation along the way. 
In this episode, host Dr. Adam McAtee, PT sits down with Dr. Sarah Court, PT & Laurel Beversdorf with Movement Logic to dispel many myths fed to the female population and what you can do to help get them stronger!
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The hamstrings are some of the largest muscles in the body—but they can be tricky to load!

You might think that squats and lunges would do the trick, but these exercises aren’t particularly effective at targeting the hamstrings.

In this episode, Dr. Adam McAtee, PT, DPT, shares his insights to help you better understand how to target and strengthen these muscles!

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This episode provides a thought-provoking perspective on common rules in the Pilates industry to help you become a more curious and insightful instructor.

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Having a mentor can accelerate your growth as a Pilates instructor to build your skills, knowledge, and confidence faster than you imagined!

In this episode, Dr. Adam McAtee PT, DPT sits down with esteemed Pilates instructor, Amy Sasso to discuss the value of mentorship and how it played a role in their personal and professional development.

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