Lagree
Overview
Lagree is a high-intensity, low-impact workout founded by Sebastien Lagree in the 1990s.[1] The method prioritizes strength training on a resistance-based, spring-loaded machine known as a reformer.[2] The Lagree method claims that working slowly activates slow-twitch muscle fibers, building strength and mind-body connection.[3] It also claims to improve cardiorespiratory endurance and flexibility.[4][5] The goal is to move slowly and maximize tension rather than repetitions.[6][7] In 2006, Sebastien Lagree created the Proformer, the first machine similar to a Pilates reformer designed for the Lagree method.[8] Since then, Lagree has developed numerous machines.[2] Since Lagree requires specialized equipment often found in gyms or in people's homes, most Lagree activity takes place in workout studios.[9] With machines being hard to come by, Lagree clients often spend a few hundred dollars a month on studio classes.[10]
Lagree 1.0
When Lagree was first created, the method prioritized isolating specific muscle groups.[11][5] Lagree 1.0 emphasized five leading principles, known as the "Five Magic Keys": "effective slow tempo, effective resistance, effective range of motion, effective duration, and effective quick transition times."[11] Though the method has evolved over the years, these Five Magic Keys have remained at the forefront of Lagree.
Lagree 2.0
In 2020, Lagree introduced Lagree 2.0.[12] One key change in this generation of Lagree was the Lightning Spring Change, a wireless spring-changing method that lets instructors control clients' springs with the click of a button.[12] The goal of this new device was to minimize transition time between workout moves to maximize time under tension, which may support muscular development.[13][5]
With the Lightning Spring Change came new benchmark goals for how long each exercise repetition should take, how long individuals should stay in the same exercise, and how long transitions should be.[14] Lagree 2.0 suggests over three minutes per workout set, a count tempo of 6-10, and fewer exercises to reduce transitions and maximize muscular time under tension.[14] These rules differ from Lagree 1.0, as Lagree 2.0 claims that "intensity comes from duration and tempo, not from load."[14] Lagree 2.0 prioritizes "mastering the workout" and not just doing the workout to chase "The Three S," known as shakes, sweat, and eventual muscle soreness.[14][5]
Lagree 3.0
Lagree 3.0 essentially mirrors Lagree 2.0, but it places greater emphasis on joint health and alignment.[15] Lagree emphasizes joint protection and sustainable training in Lagree 3.0.[16] By focusing on an optimal range of motion, Lagree 3.0 aims to maintain the same intensity as Lagree 2.0 while accounting for joint protection and potential inflammation issues.
Beyond focusing on a safe range of motion, Lagree 3.0 also introduces a new machine called the Evo Pro. The Evo Pro was designed to support this latest method, offering more adjustable features.[16] The machine is also Lightning Spring Change compatible, maintaining the quick transition time principle found in Lagree 2.0 to increase time under tension.[5]
Comparison with Pilates
Lagree is often confused with Pilates, as both are full-body workouts and involve similar equipment.[17] Nonetheless, Pilates and Lagree are distinct. While Pilates focuses on balance and mind-body connection, Lagree prioritizes continuous and intense movement.[18] Lagree is a high-intensity, low-impact workout, while Pilates is often thought of as more accessible and better suited for people who may be recovering from injuries.[19] Another key difference between Pilates and Lagree is that Lagree can only be done on a machine while Pilates can be done on a mat or a machine.[20] While Lagree highlights strength and endurance, Pilates more closely considers flexibility and stretch breaks and can be practiced in a wider range of spaces.[18][5]
References
- ↑ "Megaformer". EBSCO. Retrieved 2026-10-01.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 "Machine Comparison". Lagree Fitness. Retrieved 2026-10-01.
- ↑ Beth Solomon, Daina (2016-01-10). "Trainer Sees Pilates Machines as Healthy Pursuit". Los Angeles Business Journal. Retrieved 2026-10-01.
- ↑ AtakInteractive. "THE SCIENCE OF LAGREE FITNESS | Lagree Fitness". Lagree Fitness High intensity Low impact. Retrieved 2026-10-21.
- ↑ 5.0 5.1 5.2 5.3 5.4 5.5 Hernandez, Mayrena Isamar; Lauman, Samuel T.; Romo, Jose N.; Matthews, Nia; Williams, Mary L.; Greenleaf, Christopher D.; Trowbridge, Cynthia; Buddhadev, Harsh H. (2026-03-14). "A 6-week Lagree Intervention Improves Functional Movement, Dynamic Balance, and Muscular Endurance—A Case Series". Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Scientific Archives. 8 (1): 17–24. doi:10.33696/rehabilitation.8.060. ISSN 2690-0297.
- ↑ Mulson, Jen (January 31, 2017). "Pilates-inspired Lagree Fitness classes gaining steam in Colorado Springs". The Gazette.
- ↑ "Endurance Exercise (Aerobic)". American Heart Association. January 18, 2024. Retrieved 2026-10-23.
- ↑ "Sebastien". Sebastien Lagree. Retrieved 2026-10-23.
- ↑ Gay, Danielle (October 18, 2019). "Everything to know about Lagree, the workout loved by Meghan Markle and Kim Kardashian West".
- ↑ "Reddit". www.reddit.com. Retrieved 2026-10-19.
- ↑ 11.0 11.1 "The Lagree Method | What is the Lagree Method and Its Benefits". Lagree Fitness. Retrieved 2026-10-01.
- ↑ 12.0 12.1 "The Lightning Spring Change by Lagree Fitness". Lagree Fitness. Retrieved 2026-10-01.
- ↑ Solan, Matthew (2025-11-25). "Go slower for strength training gains". Harvard Health. Retrieved 2026-10-23.
- ↑ 14.0 14.1 14.2 14.3 "LAGREE 2.0 | The Lagree Fitness Method 2.0". Lagree Fitness. Retrieved 2026-10-01.
- ↑ Lauman, Samuel T.; Hernandez, Mayrena I.; Romo, Jose N.; Matthews, Nia; Williams, Mary L.; Greenleaf, Christopher D.; Trowbridge, Cynthia; Buddhadev, Harsh H. (2025-12-20). "Exploring the Effects of the Lagree Method on Postural Alignment and Psychological Health: An Exploratory Case Series". Journal of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. Scientific Archives. 7 (1): 119–126. doi:10.33696/rehabilitation.7.055. ISSN 2690-0297.
- ↑ 16.0 16.1 "Lagree 3.0". Lagree Fitness. Retrieved 2026-10-01.
- ↑ "Lagree vs. Pilates". Lagree Fitness. Retrieved 2026-10-01.
- ↑ 18.0 18.1 Bladt, Marie (2025-10-15). "Lagree vs. Reformer Pilates: What Is It, and Which Is Better?". Vogue. Retrieved 2026-10-01.
- ↑ Geweniger, Verena. "Pilates − A Teachers' Manual". Springer Nature. Retrieved 2026-10-01.
- ↑ Wells, Cherie. "Defining Pilates exercise: a systematic review". National Library of Medicine. Retrieved 2026-10-01.
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