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5 Not-So-Obvious Reasons You Should Be Planking Every Day Holding a plank is one of the most effective things you can do for your body. It’s simple, requires no equipment, and works far more than just your abs. At Studio Physique, we take planks to the next level by performing them on the Megaformer — adding resistance, instability, and precision that deepen the benefits even more. We all know planks tighten and tone the core. But here are five less obvious reasons fitness professionals swear by planking every day. Baby Got Back And by “back,”

Double the Burn. Double the Results. If you’re craving a workout that challenges your body, activates every muscle, and delivers fast, visible results, the combination of Lagree Fitness and the VersaClimber might just be the breakthrough you’ve been waiting for. In fact, studies show that combining strength and cardio formats can significantly improve overall fitness and endurance. At Studio Physique in St. Petersburg, we’ve paired these two elite formats to help you build strength, burn calories, and boost endurance—all in one smart, efficient session. Whether you're ready to shake up your routine or

We’re beyond honored—and fired up—to once again be nominated in the Creative Loafing Best of the Bay 2025 Contest! 🎉Thanks to your incredible support, Studio Physique was voted Tampa Bay’s Best Pilates Studio and Best Fitness Studio in 2024. These awards mean the world to us—not just as St. Pete’s 1st and Only Lagree Fitness and VersaClimber studio—but as a vibrant community that thrives on strength, support, and results. Your votes were a celebration of the passion and purpose our team brings to every class, every single day.And now… we’re

VersaClimber: Becoming an Instructor at Studio Physique   Hi Studio Physique fam! I’ve been wanting to share my honest experience and opinion about the VersaClimber for ages now. I hope to answer any questions you might have about our VersaClimber workouts and to give you a little insight behind what goes into one of the “funnest” classes I’ve ever had the pleasure of teaching! What On Earth is a VersaClimber? Even after years of teaching and taking Lagree classes on the Megaformer, I had never heard of the VersaClimber. When Chris, the owner and founder of

Miss Universe Australia Priya Serrao and Contestant Danielle Collis Swear by the Megaformer Australian Miss Universe contestants share their favorite way to get in shape for the biggest modeling competition of the year. And that's by following the Lagree Fitness Method on the Megaformer. Check out bits from their interviews with bodyandsoul.com.au and news.com.au We work every muscle group to exhaustion and try to bring on the 'shakes' so I leave every class buzzing with endorphins. -Priya Serrao     The Megaformer at Studio Physique 28 year old Indian-born Model, Priya Serrao credits her cut abs and

Painful Gym Experience, with a Mega Solution   We hate the gym. And when we say we hate the gym, we don't mean working out in general. We hate the pain associated with other workouts. Basically we're saying we hate anything other than Lagree Fitness. And we're not just saying this because we love Studio Physique (duh). Hear us out

The Benefits of Mind-Muscle Connection     What is mind-muscle connection? Mind-muscle connection is the brain's physical ability to fire specific pathways causing a muscle to contract. Studies have shown that strength gains from resistance training (just like the resistance training we do here at Studio Physique) can be attributed to improving the mind's ability to strengthen these pathways. Why is mind-muscle connection so important? Once you realize that you can contract certain muscles during an exercise, your workout is taken to the next level. Body awareness makes it possible to squeeze your core during certain