83. Growing beyond your training, with Adam McAtee and Raphael Bender

What does it mean to be evidence-based, and how can you transition into using a more evidence-based approach?Adam and Raph discuss:Their own experiences of growing beyond their original certificationsHow to avoid the chasm of nihilism - that feeling of WTF do I do, if I’m not cueing muscles or alignment?How to let yourself be wrong, or not to know the answersHow to give yourself permission to try new ways of teachingHow to experiment with new ideasHow to implement new ways of teaching with your regular clients--------------------------------About Adam McAtee:Adam McAtee is an instructor here at Breathe Education. He has over 12 years of Pilates experience and a degree in Exercise Science. He is currently studying physical therapy (physiotherapy) in California.As a trainer, Adam is big on encouraging students to become critical thinkers so they can be excellent instructors. He is passionate about staying up-to-date on the latest evidence-based practice, and imparting it to his students. It’s an honor for him to be a mentor in the lives of others who are pursuing a career in Pilates. Adam likes to keep himself busy with his personal movement practice, traveling, scuba diving, and being with his partner, daughter, and pets (two dogs and a bird). His favorite quote (which you will likely hear in his classes) is, “nothing will work unless you do,” by Maya Angelou. How to Connect with Adam:Find Adam McAtee on Instagram hereFind Adam McAtee online hereAbout Raphael Bender:Raph believes everyone deserves the opportunity to transform into a better version of themselves. His main strength as a teacher and movement professional is the ability to distill complex research findings into a simple, science-based approach to help people move fearlessly, thoughtlessly, and painlessly. He LOVES running, weights, cycling, and Contrology.Raph holds a Master’s degree in Clinical Exercise Physiology (Rehabilitation), a Bachelor’s degree in Exercise and Sports Science, Diploma of Pilates Movement Therapy, and STOTT PILATES full certification.How to Connect with Raphael:Find Breathe Education on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn, Youtube, and TwitterFind Raphael Bender on Instagram here: @the_raphaelbenderDISCLAIMER: The content in the podcast is not intended to constitute or be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your doctor or other qualified healthcare providers with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have heard on the podcast.This podcast uses the following third-party services for analysis: AdBarker - https://adbarker.com/privacy