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Raphael Bender: New Evidence Challenging Commonly Held Pilates Beliefs

May 07, 2026

Raph joined Nathan in studio this week to discuss some of the latest evidence which directly challenges commonly held beliefs and practices in the Pilates industry.  

Main topics covered:

  • Nuance to the Strength Pilates conversation
  • Breaking down the industry obsession with Neutral Spine
  • Challenging widely accepted notions on anterior pelvic tilt 
  • Science-backed best practice for training new trainers 
  • The historical evolution of Pilates methodologies 

As always you can expect an open, honest, unedited and free flowing conversation between Raph and Nathan. 

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