Lagree vs Pilates
Pilates
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Founded by:
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Joseph Pilates (1920s)
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Primary Goal:
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Restore
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Align
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Rebalance the body
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Core Focus:
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Breathwork
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Posture
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Control
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Transition time:
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Rest between moves
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Equipment used:
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Mat
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Reformer
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Lagree
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Founded by:
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Sebastien Lagree (2000s)
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Primary Goal:
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Sculpt
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Tone
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Strengthen with intensity
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Core Focus:
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Core
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Muscle endurance
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Performance
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Transition time:
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Almost no rest - seamless transitions
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Equipment used:
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Megaformer (Lagree patented)
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Reformer features
Footbar
Central sliding carriage
Straps in the back
Springs in the front
Foot plate
Foot strap
Megaformer features
Front strap (optional in back too)
Springs in the centre
Image: The Megaformer M3K
Curved handlebars
Curved handlebars
Bungee cord
Back platform
Central sliding carriage, tilting features
Numbered panels for easy instructor cueing
Hand/ Feet stability straps
Front platform
Optional cables