Fitness Business Unscripted: Sebastien Lagree on His Unique Fitness Method, Brand Building Athletech Studios January 15, 2026 Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Share via Email Subscribe Now Log in Sebastien Lagree joins the ATN podcast to explain what makes his high-intensity, low-impact take on fitness different from the rest In the latest episode of Athletech News’ Unscripted podcast, Sebastien Lagree, the founder of Lagree Fitness, joins co-hosts Edward Hertzman and Eric Malzone to discuss why there’s always room for a great Pilates (or Lagree Method) studio, even in the most saturated environments, the dangers of cutting corners and how he’s learned from his mistakes to improve his business. Lagree, Hertzman and Malzone also touch on the evolution of Pilates since the 90s, Lagree’s new app that’s about to launch and the wellness program Lagree plans to launch in the next decade. Watch this episode of “Unscripted” for unfiltered takes on the following: What makes the Lagree method different from Pilates and other fitness modalities Combatting copycats in the space Diversifying your product strategically Key Talking Points: (0:00 – 7:53) Sebastien’s story (7:53 – 10:46) Pilates supply and demand (10:46 – 17:13) What is the Lagree method? (17:13 – 27:09) The business model (27:09 – 32:58) Education efforts (32:58 – 34:54) Future outlook (34:54 – 39:13) Power of the brand name (39:13 – 43:25) Wrap-up Sebastien Lagree joins the ATN podcast to explain what makes his high-intensity, low-impact take on fitness different from the rest In the latest episode of... Membership Required You’ve reached your 3-article monthly limit. Subscribe to ATN Pro for unlimited access to industry-leading coverage, insights, and analysis shaping the future of fitness and wellness. ATN Pro members get: Unlimited access to Athletech News articles Exclusive access to ATN Pro-level reporting Discounts to ATN the Innovation Summit VIP access to community events Exclusive email newsletters Subscribe Now Already a member? Log in Already a member? Log in here Tags: Boutique Fitness Lagree Fitness Pilates Sebastien Lagree Unscripted podcast Videos