The Body Lab launched in Arcadia, Arizona in 2010, when founding partner Jenny Cushing was inspired to bring the innovative and elite Lagree Fitness method to the Phoenix/Scottsdale area. As demand for this exclusive, high-intensity, low-impact workout grew, Jenny and partner Paul Green expanded The Body Lab into North Scottsdale. By 2014, introduced the Kansas City metro to its very first Lagree studio with a third location in Leawood, Kansas, led by Mike and Jena Green.
In 2019, Prairie Village, KS became home to the fourth studio. Even through the challenges of the 2020 pandemic, The Body Lab continued to thrive, thanks to its unwavering commitment to excellence and the most highly trained, Lagree-certified instructors in the industry. The Body Lab remains a destination for those seeking the gold standard in boutique fitness, with more studios to come in and around the Kansas City metro and beyond.
Jena and Mike have been married for over 28 years and have always included fitness in their lives. Mike spent more than a decade in the fitness industry managing and consulting at fitness centers in California and Utah. After relocating to Kansas City in 1998, Mike shifted from managing Bally Total Fitness to working as a business broker. Seeking entrepreneurial opportunities, Mike and Jena decided to open their first Lagree Fitness studio in Leawood in 2014.
Jena, who holds certifications through AFFA and NASM, became interested in long-distance running while training for a sprint triathlon in her late 30s. Due to injuries, she sought a lower-impact alternative and discovered the Lagree Fitness method. After taking just two classes in Arizona, she decided to bring the Lagree Fitness workout to Kansas City. In 2019, Jena and Mike opened their second location in Prairie Village and are planning additional locations in the future.
Discover elevated movement and style at our brand-new Leawood studio, opened 2024.
I was born…Tulsa, Oklahoma
My playlist…I love music. It’s an outlet to the soul! Live music is best but I love anything original by any artist or classic rock!
One thing I cannot live without…My dog Zoe 🙂
When I was younger, I wanted to be…a K9 Cop
I’m inspired by…people who overcome obstacles that seem insurmountable.
Post workout ritual … a shower first- then food… always hungry!
Always… love <3
I was born… In KC! Born and raised here.. go Chiefs!
My Playlist…will always be FUN! I love a good theme and I truly believe music has the ability to motivate and control the pace of a class. The louder, the better!
One thing I cannot live without… my family
When I was younger, I wanted to be… a wedding planner – type A personality even at a young age!
I am inspired by… people who take risks
My favorite Lagree move is… standing inner thigh & spider lunges
Post workout ritual is… Hydrate! Water, water & the occasional glass of wine
Always… treat others the way you want to be treated. Life is too short to be angry!
I was born…at an incredibly young age
My Playlist…occasionally has colorful language, remember, you shouldn’t use this language outside my class
One thing I cannot live without…bleach
When I was younger, I wanted to be…a coach, gym teacher
I am inspired by…the strength of our Labbies❤️
My favorite Lagree move is…leg circles
Post workout ritual is…trying to walk back to my car without taking a break
Always…Smile! And stand up for others who cannot stand for themselves
I was born…Kansas City, MO
My playlist…Spotify says-Rock, hip hop, jazz, R&B, Latin, & others
One thing I cannot live without…coffee
When I was younger, I wanted to be…Ballet Dancer for New York City Ballet Company
I’m inspired by…strong, fit women
My favorite Lagree move is…Reverse Single Leg Squat & all arms
Post workout ritual…hydrate, hydrate, hydrate
Always…Be Kind
I was born…in Fort Worth, Texas
My Playlist…is always upbeat and something that makes me want to dance! I do love Remixes, especially Pop, Hip-Hop and EDM! If you ever find a favorite remix send it my way!
One thing I cannot live without…my family ❤️ the health and fitness community and of course my weakness…Dark Chocolate (with almonds) so that’s 3🤷🏽♀️
When I was younger, I wanted to be…a dancer✅, an “inventor”, a “cooker”✅ish, a chiropractor ( on my way!) and a “Mama” (I’m a proud puppy Mama!)
I am inspired by…those who defy the odds and have the drive and self love to push themselves when others might not.
My favorite Lagree move is… lunges… but I LOVE well lunges the most! Never miss 🍑or core because no one ever complains about a nice 🍑 or core! Right😉!?
Post workout ritual is…Stretching, chatting and lots of water!!
Always…love and believe in yourself- everything happens for a reason and you’re the only one in control of your own life, feelings, emotions and actions.
I was born… in Emporia, KS
My playlist…is a mix of different genres, all upbeat to keep your body moving!
One thing I cannot live without…my family…and chocolate
When I was younger, I wanted to be…a dancer
I’m inspired by…those who stay positive and work hard to overcome adversity
My favorite Lagree move is…scrambled eggs
Post workout ritual…vanilla protein with almond milk shake as I continue my “to-do” list for the day.
Always…Be kind to others. You never know what issues they may be facing.
Born in Redondo Beach CA
My Playlist Dj mixes with some old school workout pop and some SoCal vibes – any Mark Ronson playlists
One thing I cannot live without laughter — all around me all the time that and the ocean whenever I can be near it.
I wanted to be an actress and marry Rick Springfield when I was younger – don’t judge me…
I am inspired by those who accept the daily challenge to try new things and discover themselves. Be comfortable being uncomfortable. It’s worth it.
My favorite Lagree move is plank to pike to get a new perspective
I like to Hydrate after a good workout. Maybe brunch.
Always try new things but give yourself grace. Skills take time, so be patient with yourself and enjoy the process.
I was born… In Kansas City. I have traveled close and far, but KC is where my heart is home.
My playlist… Pop, hip hop, current stuff. Music can make or break a workout in my opinion.
One thing I cannot live without… gum, it’s a bad habit for life!
When I was younger, I wanted to be… a pro soccer player.
I’m inspired by… being a role model for my kids! I also have had multiple hurdles with my body and if I am good to my body, my body is good to me. It’s amazing how the body works!
My favorite Lagree move is… giant reverse kneeling crunch and ohhh all those lunges!
Post workout ritual… water, water more water!!
Always… breathe and show gratitude!
I was born…in Overland Park, KS.
My playlist…is currently a random mix of Billie Eilish, Kacey Musgraves and Elton John.
One thing I cannot live without…is the sun…and my family.
When I was younger, I wanted to be…an artist until I realized how little artistic talent I have.
I’m inspired by…my parents.
My favorite Lagree move is…curtsy floor lunge.
Post workout ritual…is to stretch and hydrate (and high-five myself).
Always…be kind!
I was born… in the year of the water dog.
My playlist… is usually hijacked by Kidzbop.
One thing I could not live without… dry shampoo.
When I was younger, I wanted to be… a dancer. Now I have 2 girls dancing in my living room, and I choreograph body lab routines. It’s better!
I’m inspired by… my husband. He is a hands on Dad, always ready to help a friend or neighbor, service oriented business owner and my rock.
My favorite body lab move is… SPIDER LUNGE!
Post workout ritual… handstand press practice and some yoga moves.
Always… be kind.
I was born… in Emporia, KS
My playlist…is a mix of different genres, all upbeat to keep your body moving!
One thing I cannot live without…my family…and chocolate
When I was younger, I wanted to be…a dancer
I’m inspired by…those who stay positive and work hard to overcome adversity
My favorite Lagree move is…scrambled eggs
Post workout ritual…vanilla protein with almond milk shake as I continue my “to-do” list for the day.
Always…Be kind to others. You never know what issues they may be facing.
I was born…Marshall, Minnesota but moved about every 4 years all around the country.
My playlist…love the 80s and anything that motivates me to get moving.
One thing I cannot live without…dark chocolate Hershey kisses.
When I was younger, I wanted to be…a sports medicine doctor.
I’m inspired by…people who stay the course and keep going against all odds AND by my three kids.
My favorite Lagree move is…Mega Catfish
Post workout ritual…Nugo protein bar and lots of water.
Always…dig down deep and make it count!
I was born…San Francisco, California.
My playlist…80’s/90’s Rock n Roll
One thing I cannot live without…my family and Rocky Road ice cream
When I was younger, I wanted to be…older!:)
I’m inspired by…My wife, Jena.
My favorite Lagree move is…lying leg presses.
Post workout ritual…protein shake/bars and eggs.
Always…try to be balanced in mind, body and soul!
I was born…in Denver, Colorado.
My playlist…anything and everything. Whatever gets you moving and keeps you going.
One thing I cannot live without…my family is a given, but some kind of a green juice or smoothie is my daily gift to myself.
When I was younger, I wanted to be…a nurse until I found out that blood was involved.😳
I’m inspired by…those who live an authentic life.
My favorite Lagree move is…the French Twist.
Post workout ritual…a combination of healthy fats, carbs and protein within 15 minutes and lots of H20.
Always…give more than you take.
