Celebrity Trainer Sebastien Lagree on How Nicole Kidman and More Sculpt Their Bodies - And You Can Too
The low-impact, high-intensity workout method created by Sebastien Lagree has become a go-to for celebs looking to sculpt, strengthen and tone their bodies without spending hours at the gym or risking injury.
So what makes Lagree so powerful? And more importantly, how can the rest of us train like Hollywood royalty? Life & Style exclusively caught up with Sebastien himself to find out.
Q: Nicole Kidman recently shared that Lagree is her workout of choice. Why does it work so well for her physique?
Sebastien: Nicole has an endurance body, long, lean, defined. Lagree is actually the perfect workout for her. The method works well with her anatomy, and with a little bit of effort, she sees great results. I've always enjoyed training Nicole. She comes in ready to work. No BS.
Q: Gwyneth Paltrow also trains at Studio Lagree. What would you recommend for someone who wants to build strength and tone like her?
Sebastien: Same with Gwyneth, she also has an endurance body, and Lagree is ideal for her type. I always recommend the essential Lagree moves: Elevator Lunge, Runner's Lunge, Mega Donkey, Sexy Back… the classics are classics for a reason.
Q: Jennifer Aniston is another longtime fan. What kind of results does she go for?
Sebastien: I've only trained most of these celebrities a few times before they continued at other studios but with Jennifer, we focused a lot on glutes. Most women want to tone and lift the butt and Lagree does that better than anything else out there.
Q: What about Meghan Markle, what makes her athletic look achievable with Lagree?
Sebastien: I've never trained Meghan directly, but she used to go to one of my licensed studios. I believe she loved the lunges and for good reason. Lunges strengthen, tighten, tone the legs, increase metabolism, and trigger a fat-burning, muscle-building response.
Q: What would a pre–red carpet session look like for a celebrity?
Sebastien: Easy. We do an AAA routine: Ass, Abs, Arms. Celebs want to walk the red carpet with a firm, flat stomach and toned arms.
Q: How is Lagree different from traditional Pilates?
Sebastien: Pilates isn't a workout, at least it wasn't until I came into the picture. Pilates lacks time under tension, progressive overload, and it mostly strengthens smaller muscles. That's great for balance, but not for transformation. Lagree targets larger muscle groups, which is key to burning fat and building muscle. That's why it works.
Q: What's one underrated Lagree move everyone should try?
Sebastien: The Super Lunge. You could do a 25-minute class with just that move. I'm actually writing an entire course around it.
Q: For beginners, what equipment or class should they try?
Sebastien: I create tools and each one has its benefits. For home use, I recommend the Micro, Mini, or Mini Pro machines.
Whether you're prepping for your own big event or just want to feel stronger, Lagree offers a Hollywood-tested method with real results.
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