In this episode of Trivia Tangents, I sit down with Aumi (my favorite Lagree Pilates instructor at Core40) and ride into the world of Lagree. If you’ve ever wondered how Lagree is different from traditional pilates, why the Megaformer machine costs over $18,000, or which celebrities swear by it, this episode is for you.

We talk about Aumi’s journey into Lagree, starting with her search for a low-impact workout after struggling with high cortisol levels, and what it really took to become an instructor — from the rigorous certification process and mentorship, to the licensing required to teach this method. Aumi also shares thoughtful advice for aspiring instructors based on her own training experience. Along the way, we discuss Sebastian Lagree, the inventor of the method, and his journey on making his at-home practice into the workout that has a chokehold on everyone and their mom.

In this episode we cover:

🏋️‍♀️ How Lagree Pilates stands apart from traditional Pilates

🎓 Aumi’s path to teaching and advice about: certification, mentorship, and licensing

🌎 Sebastian Lagree’s story and how the method began

💰 Why the Megaformer comes with an $18,000 price tag

🌟 The influence of celebrity endorsements on Lagree’s rise

🫶 The role of community, feedback, and connection in teaching

Beyond the trivia, we dig into the heart of teaching: the community, the personality an instructor brings to every class, and the behind-the-scenes work that goes into playlists, class design, and responding to client feedback. For Aumi, that’s where the sense of purpose lives — in the connections she builds and the community she helps create.

Whether you’re a Lagree regular, a curious Pilates fan, or just here for the tangents, you’ll leave with a deeper appreciation for this high-intensity, low-impact workout.

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Chapters:

00:00 Intro

00:33 Guest Intro: Aumi!

02:06 Understanding LaGree Pilates vs. Traditional Pilates

04:31 Hot Take: Sticky Socks or Bare Feet

06:24 Trivia Q1

07:04 Sebastian Lagree

08:26 Origins of Lagree

10:03 Aumi's Journey Into Lagree

13:15 Teacher Training and Certifications

19:09 Trivia Q2

19:32 Megaformer and Class Prices

23:51 Crafting Routines and Fire Playlists

29:20 Don't be 'That Person' with the Springs

30:59 Celebrity Influence in Fitness Culture

33:56 The Appeal of LaGree Pilates

35:34 Building Community Through Fitness

37:50 The Instructor's Perspective on Teaching

43:04 Finding Purpose in Teaching

47:09 Guys Doing Lagree

48:19 Come to Aumi's Class in SF!