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.

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