Sébastien Lagree — inventor, founder & CEO of Lagree Fitness, creator of the Megaformer and over 100 patented fitness technologies

In this episode, Nathalie welcomes visionary fitness innovator Sébastien Lagree for a conversation that bridges movement science, spiritual awareness, and the future of wellness.

Sébastien shares his remarkable journey from his bodybuilding roots to developing the Lagree Method, a globally recognized high-intensity, low-impact training system licensed in more than 500 studios worldwide. Together, they explore how his passion for design and experimentation led to the invention of the Megaformer.

Nathalie and Sébastien dive into the often misunderstood distinction between Lagree Fitness and Pilates. While both share roots in mindful movement and spring-based equipment, their intentions differ. Pilates, developed by Joseph Pilates in the early 1900s, was originally designed for healing, rehabilitation, and restoring balance in the body through alignment, control, and mindfulness. Lagree, on the other hand, merges strength training, cardio, and muscular endurance into one continuous, full-body workout. It applies bodybuilding principles such as time under tension and progressive overload, yet remains joint-safe and accessible through spring resistance. As Sébastien explains, Pilates aims to restore and heal, while Lagree was created to sculpt, strengthen, and transform—each method serving a unique purpose in supporting mind-body connection and overall vitality.

The discussion expands into deeper territory—how mindset, intention, and heart–brain coherence transform physical training into a spiritual practice.

Sébastien and Nathalie reflect on how fitness can be a path to self-mastery, clarity, and confidence when approached consciously.

Practical insights include how often to train, why 20–45 minute sessions can be highly effective, and the importance of honest nutrition habits for lasting results.

They also explore where fitness is headed next: from biohacking and R&D innovation to measuring wellness through energy, focus, and mental balance rather than calories burned.

This inspiring conversation reminds listeners that movement is both science and art—a gateway to deeper self-awareness, empowerment, and transformation.

Lagree Fitness website lagreefitness.com

Sebastien Lagree's website sebastienlagree.com

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Welcome to Life on Earth Podcast! In this heartfelt and wisdom-filled episode, Nathalie welcomes back world-renowned yoga teacher and SmartFlow Yoga creator, Annie Carpenter, for a deep and illuminating conversation about yoga, aging, sequencing, spinal health, the nervous system, and the art of letting go.

Together, they explore how a lifelong yoga practice evolves with age and how being truly present on the mat mirrors the unfolding of life itself.

Annie shares practical insights on yoga sequencing, honoring the spine, supporting the nervous system, and living with grace through change.

Whether you're a yoga teacher, a devoted practitioner, or simply someone on a path of personal growth, this episode is a heartfelt invitation into timeless wisdom and inspired living—for those who seek to create a more conscious, compassionate world.

Topics Explored:

• Letting go and finding new freedom in different stages of life
• Yoga sequencing as a mirror for self-inquiry and inner growth
• Tadasana (Mountain Pose) as the blueprint for all postures
• The importance of spinal alignment and preserving the spine as we age
• Supporting the nervous system through intentional class structure
• Daily wakefulness and how posture influences mood and energy
• The power of breath, meditation, and pranayama
• Nutrition as a spiritual practice and honoring the Earth
• The value of hobbies and joy outside the yoga space (birding!)

Links & Resources:

Annie Carpenter’s Website: smartflowyoga.com

Instagram: @anniecarpentersmartflow

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Episode 72: Life & Yoga! Our First Conversation with Annie Carpenter on the Podcast

Mentioned in this episode:

Annie's Shoulders and Neck Therapeutic Yoga Class

Meditations with Sally Kempton on Glo.com

Moshe Feldenkrais

About Annie Carpenter Annie is the creator of SmartFlow Yoga, a method rooted in alignment and inquiry. With over 45 years of yoga practice and decades of teaching experience, Annie is known for her intelligent sequencing, deep anatomical knowledge, and profound ability to weave philosophy into movement.

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Take a mindful ten-minute break today to pause, breathe deeply, and reconnect through meditation.

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