191. Understanding Load in Pilates

About this episode

Dr. Adam McAtee explores the science of load in Pilates, focusing on biomechanics and practical applications for instructors.

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.

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Adam McAtee

Topics covered

• load in Pilates
• biomechanics
• internal forces
• external forces
• teaching methods

Keywords

• Pilates
• load
• biomechanics
• teaching
• client outcomes

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Anatomy & Biomechanics Club, Pilates Club

Products: Foundations of Anatomy & Biomechanics Course, Muscles Guide, Anatomical Terminology Guide

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