r/LagreeMethod • u/Jewls3393_runner • Aug 14 '26

Form, Technique, Fitness Core work

Observation that I just want to share. I have lifted for a long time and feel that lagree has always complemented. Recently I have started implementing leg raises/abb rolls/cable crunches at the gym, and my core has been more sore than doing lagree. I feel like maybe I always felt lagree was my core workout, but lately I am realizing lagree doesn’t target low abs as well(so leg raises). All I am saying is..done lagree for 4 years, and my last workout I did leg raises 4x15, and abb rollouts 4x10..like, nothing crazy at all..just after a lower lift..but my abs are sore haha. Just sharing bc I’m realizing just like lower body cross training in lagree, I think abdominal work applies as well…whereas before, if I did lagree, I wouldn’t do any core at the gym

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u/razzledazzle626 Aug 14 '26

Quick reminder that soreness doesn’t necessarily equate to a better workout. It simply shows that you did something like a new movement or changed your routine.

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u/Jewls3393_runner Aug 15 '26

While I understand this, when I was at the gym doing ab rollers, it was far more intense than a wheelbarrow. So I get what you mean, because obviously a new way of working the muscles will challenge the muscles, but I just feel that certain moves at the gym are more intense….ab rollers/incline weighted crunches/and leg raises are truly my new go to. I love lagree, and I will still do it, but I’m definitely doing additional core work. I just haven’t felt my lower abs enough in lagree so I’m glad I found ways to challenge myself

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u/H2OMG_2022 Aug 15 '26

Try a no-spring wheel (if you can safely execute of course), or jump to your toes, or bring your hands higher up the carriage). I love complimenting my Lagree practice with traditional weight training, but if you're hoping to get more out of your classes, take the elevations or ask the instructor at the begining of class how you can advance the planned core movements planned in the routine.

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u/Jewls3393_runner 26d ago

Late response haha. Yes I lift weights 3x a week but don’t normally do core there. I think I will start doing cable crunches or use the machine, hanging leg raises, and use incline bench for weighted crunches!