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EPISODE · Sep 20, 2025 · 25 MIN

158. Should We Engage Our Abs in the Down Stretch?

from Evidence-Based Pilates Podcast · host Dr. Adam McAtee, PT, DPT

Join Dr. Adam McAtee, PT, DPT, as he breaks down the anatomy & biomechanics of the Down Stretch on the Reformer.Through this thoughtful discussion, Adam sheds light on the idea of engaging the abdominals during this exercise. Similar to other movement strategies, he makes the case that engaging the abdominals during Down Stretch is neither right nor wrong — each approach simply emphasizes different aspects of human movement.If you enjoy this episode and want to deepen your knowledge of anatomy, biomechanics, and Pilates, you’ll love the membership at Evidence-Based Pilates (you can try it for FREE):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 to follow Adam on Instagram.

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