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.

This episode explores the concept of progressive overload in Pilates, emphasizing how gradual increases in stimulus over time can enhance strength and muscle growth. Dr. Adam McAtee, PT, DPT shares practical strategies for applying these principles effectively in Pilates practice.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.

In this episode, Dr. Adam McAtee, PT, DPT interviews Cody Jussel from Anatomy of Pilates who shares her journey into Pilates education, clarifies key concepts associated with anatomy, biomechanics, and exercise science, and discusses how understanding these can improve teaching and client outcomes. Cody and Adam explore the application of biomechanics, force vectors, and adaptive principles in Pilates instruction. They also discuss how understanding these concepts can enhance client outcomes and deepen instructor expertise.Want to get in touch with Cody?Click here to visit her website.Click here to join her email list. Click here to follow her on InstagramWant to work with Evidence-Based Pilates?Our 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!Our 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.

In this episode, Dr. Adam McAtee, PT, DPT answers three real-life Pilates instructor questions, covering topics from sideovers to footwork and psoas stretching. Discover practical insights grounded in anatomy and biomechanics to enhance your teaching and client results.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.

In this episode, Dr. Adam McAtee, PT, DPT interviews Natalie Wilson shares her journey from a stay-at-home mom to a Pilates instructor and educator. She discusses her evolving teaching philosophy, the importance of experience, and how to design effective Pilates teacher training programs.Connect With Natalie:Follow Natalie on Instagram at @nataliewilsonpilatesOfferings 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.

In this episode, Dr. Adam McAtee, PT, DPT explores the biomechanics of the Pilates roll-up, emphasizing the importance of understanding load, muscle engagement, and breathing biomechanics to improve practice and 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!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.

Host Dr. Adam McAtee, PT, DPT interviews Sherry Long who shares her journey through Pilates, her evolving approach, and practical insights on anatomy, movement, and teaching. Discover how her experiences can inspire instructors to deepen their practice and connect more authentically with clients.Click here to follow Sheri on InstagramOfferings 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 Muscles Guide.⁠⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠ to follow Adam on Instagram.Click here to subscribe to our free SubStack articles.

In this episode, Dr. Adam McAtee, PT, DPT, breaks down what the "system" of Pilates actually is, and why he thinks its importance gets seriously overstated. He gets into why understanding movement principles matters more than which equipment you own, why a great instructor beats a fully loaded studio every time, and how to tell the difference between the pebbles and the boulders in your programming. If you've ever felt boxed in by "the system," this episode makes the case for a wider, more confident way to practice.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 Muscles Guide.⁠⁠⁠Click here⁠⁠⁠ to follow Adam on Instagram.Click here to subscribe to our free SubStack articles.