176. Part Two: Are Pilates Educators Allowed to Redefine Strength?
From Evidence-Based Pilates Podcast by Dr. Adam McAtee, PT, DPT
February 27, 2026 · 47 min
About this episode
Dr. Adam McAtee discusses the redefinition of strength in Pilates education and emphasizes an evidence-based approach.
In this episode of the Evidence-Based Pilates podcast, Dr. Adam McAtee, PT, DPT addresses critiques regarding the redefinition of strength in Pilates education. He emphasizes the importance of questioning educational content and understanding the scientific principles behind muscle contraction and strength training. The discussion highlights common misconceptions in the Pilates community and advocates for a more evidence-based approach to education and practice. Adam also clarifies the difference between intentional and purposeful strength, reinforcing the need for proper loading in strength training. 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.
People in this episode
Host: Dr. Adam McAtee
Topics covered
- Pilates education
- strength training
- muscle contraction
- evidence-based practice
- misconceptions in Pilates
Keywords
- Pilates
- strength
- education
- muscle contraction
- evidence-based
- training
- misconceptions
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Organizations: Anatomy & Biomechanics Club, Pilates Club, Pilates studio
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