Why Every Runner Should Be Doing Lagree!
As the Michigan weather gets warmer and spring and summer start shining through, the urge to run outside becomes almost a right of passage. What’s better than that rush of Vitamin D, the wind in your face, and nodding at your fellow runners on your route. As awesome as running is, and lets be honest runners high is completely real, it’s almost equally as important to cross-train to keep you in tip top shape. Today we’re taking about great ways to cross-train for your next marathon, 10K or favorite cardio activity! Here are our four major reasons why Running + Lagree = the perfect combination.
What You Can Expect from Core (LP) Fitness!
Not sure what to expect from Core (LP) Fitness? Here we are breaking down your most asked questions and
It’s Official, We’re Moving to Berkley January 2023!
Some days it felt like this would never come. But I can proudly announce that after months of negotiations and red tape, Core (LP) Fitness will be moving to:
What is Lagree and Why Do People Call it Pilates?
Love the Lagree Method, but not sure how to tell your friends what it is? Are you used to telling people it’s Pilates but high intensity or not sure what to tell them at all? Have you called it Megaformer Pilates more than once? Although you may notice both machines use moving carriages, platforms, and controlled movements, you may be surprised to know that Lagree and Pilates are two completely different workouts. A lot of people reference Lagree as “Pilates on steroids”, but there are three major differences between the two.
“Breathe, Stretch, Shake, Let It Go”
1990s Rapper Mase said it best when he said, “Breathe, Stretch, Shake, Let it Go”. So often we forget how stretching both before and after a workout can actually make our sweat session more effective. Below are some of my absolute favorite stretches to get my body going!
How Slow Can You Go! The Power of the Mega Shake
We’ve all been there. Wanting to increase our max speed on the treadmill, up the number on our weights, use more power than our previous workouts. We think that using more power, speed, weight = more effective, when really activating our hard-to-reach smaller muscles is equally as important. Today we’re looking at the difference between fast & slow-twitch muscle fibers and how they help keep us feeling long, powerful, and strong on the reg.
Best Ways to Prep for your Mega Workout!
Most of us know that regular exercise and greens will give us health and wellness, but did you know there are ways to maximize your workout without expensive protein shakes or fad recovery drinks? As John Mayer sang, Your Body is a Wonderland and you deserve to have all of the tools to help amplify that hour you spend in the gym {especially on the Core (LP) Mega ;)}. Below are a few ways to help get the most out of your sweat session without the added $$!
MegaMoms: A Guide to Pre & Post-Natal Exercise
Navigating fitness and pregnancy can sometimes be extremely frustrating, especially for first time moms. To navigate some of the many questions that come up when it comes to pregnancy and exercise, I spoke with Dr. Brittley Leppien D.O. of Ascension Providence in Metro-Detroit to answer some misconceptions and helpful exercise tips to help you through your pre/post natal experience.
The Debate Between Lagree vs. Pilates
“It’s Pilates on Crack.” “It’s Not Pilates, It’s Lagree.” “Lagree is an advanced Pilates class!”
In your search to find the best workout method for you, it’s possible you’ve come across the ongoing debate between Lagree vs. Pilates. Check out similarities and differences and just what makes the Megaformer THEE workout in 2021!