OrangeTheory Fitness!!! Out Of This World!

JoJo__Fit
JoJo__Fit Posts: 258 Member
edited November 13 in Fitness and Exercise
I am completely obsessed with OTF, I lost inches going 5x's a week for 30 days, I wasn't eating according to my goals either and was able to lose weight. I love the challenge and I always leave the studio happy and accomplished.
This has been my go to method of training because I have completely lost motivation to workout on my own, which consist of weight training and little to no cardio. When I get my clearance to workout again, I will be implementing heavy weight lifting because I did lose some muscle mass, since the orange. The orange is circuit training however to tone, even when I use heavy weights at the orange as well, I feel like I wasn't accomplishing that.

Has anyone tried OTF and what is your experience and thoughts?

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  • ragenhay1
    ragenhay1 Posts: 158 Member
    I was considering it but the price was ridiculous in my opinion. Here they want over $400 just for 10 sessions. Instead I have a gym pass for $48 /month and I do the group fitness Classes five days a week.
  • IncredibleMulk77
    IncredibleMulk77 Posts: 63 Member
    Loved OTF! I tried a class 2 weeks ago and I plan on joining this week. I already workout daily and plan on adding it as an extra workout a couple of times a week. I was most surprised at how challenging it was for me. It made me realize that I still had barriers to break and showed me different ways of doing the same exercises I was already doing. Good stuff!
  • VegasFit
    VegasFit Posts: 1,232 Member
    ragenhay1 wrote: »
    I was considering it but the price was ridiculous in my opinion. Here they want over $400 just for 10 sessions. Instead I have a gym pass for $48 /month and I do the group fitness Classes five days a week.

    Wow! That's high! I think here it's about $150 a month. I have not tried but considering trying a free class to see what all the hype is about.
  • tiffastar
    tiffastar Posts: 46 Member
    I have been in OTF since July 2015 and love it. I go 5 - 6 days a week and it's about $149/month which yes is a lot but it's a great atmosphere, it's a mix of rower, tread, weights and TRX bands. There is no waiting for other people to finish their time on a treadmill and it's like having a personal trainer for an hour each day. I would say I am way more toned.
  • DavPul
    DavPul Posts: 61,406 Member
    ragenhay1 wrote: »
    I was considering it but the price was ridiculous in my opinion. Here they want over $400 just for 10 sessions. Instead I have a gym pass for $48 /month and I do the group fitness Classes five days a week.

    Are you certain about that pricing? Because you could almost get one in one training for that. Even crossfit is usually sub $200 per month. I usually see OTF for at unlimited monthly for around & 140-150 or so
  • JoRocka
    JoRocka Posts: 17,525 Member
    My friend works at one of those... I admit- I honestly find it reads very pretentious to me and have avoided it at all cost.

    But- it doesn't matter- as long as you are consistent and it makes you happy and you get results.
  • Azdak
    Azdak Posts: 8,281 Member
    JoJo__Fit wrote: »
    I am completely obsessed with OTF, I lost inches going 5x's a week for 30 days, I wasn't eating according to my goals either and was able to lose weight. I love the challenge and I always leave the studio happy and accomplished.
    This has been my go to method of training because I have completely lost motivation to workout on my own, which consist of weight training and little to no cardio. When I get my clearance to workout again, I will be implementing heavy weight lifting because I did lose some muscle mass, since the orange. The orange is circuit training however to tone, even when I use heavy weights at the orange as well, I feel like I wasn't accomplishing that.

    Has anyone tried OTF and what is your experience and thoughts?

    Whatever works for you and motivates you. OTF is about 10% science and 90% marketing and woo. (And even some of their "science"--i e the claims about EPOC--are distorted).

    However the same could be said about most exercise classes and "branded" training methods. People see results from OTF because they are motivated by the routine and that makes them not only more focused during the workout, but makes them more consistent with the program. Again, that is not insignificant -- a major component of success in a training program is being motivated to stick with it.

    It probably sounds like I am being negative, but that is not my intent. I just think it is important for people to understand that there is nothing magic or unique about OTF from a physiological standpoint. If people are going to spend a lot of money--whether it's for OTF, a personal trainer, hot yoga, Pilates, etc--they should know what they are buying.
  • Azdak
    Azdak Posts: 8,281 Member
    JoRocka wrote: »
    My friend works at one of those... I admit- I honestly find it reads very pretentious to me and have avoided it at all cost.

    But- it doesn't matter- as long as you are consistent and it makes you happy and you get results.

    No, I don't see you as an OTF person. ;)

  • pmommyz
    pmommyz Posts: 1 Member
    edited January 2016
    ragenhay1 wrote: »
    I was considering it but the price was ridiculous in my opinion. Here they want over $400 just for 10 sessions. Instead I have a gym pass for $48 /month and I do the group fitness Classes five days a week.

    You're incorrect by your pricing. Even in premier markets like NYC, LA, DC or Chicago the price isn't north of $200 for an unlimited membership which means you can take as many classes as you would like in a month. I would fact check before you presume the price. I have been going since July and it's a great workout. Which is why so many gyms are now trying to replicate the workout in their class structure.
  • bellaa_x0
    bellaa_x0 Posts: 1,062 Member
    pmommyz wrote: »
    ragenhay1 wrote: »
    I was considering it but the price was ridiculous in my opinion. Here they want over $400 just for 10 sessions. Instead I have a gym pass for $48 /month and I do the group fitness Classes five days a week.

    You're incorrect by your pricing. Even in premier markets like NYC, LA, DC or Chicago the price isn't north of $200 for an unlimited membership which means you can take as many classes as you would like in a month. I would fact check before you presume the price. I have been going since July and it's a great workout. Which is why so many gyms are now trying to replicate the workout in their class structure.

    my friend pays $370/month for unlimited in NYC so the pricing is in fact correct.
  • fallingwave
    fallingwave Posts: 108 Member
    I signed up for the Elite plan (8 classes per month) for $89. I like the workouts but... There are cons. 1, I am not seeing any weight loss. Diet could improve but I am killing myself at OT so I should see SOME change on the scale. Secondly, they do not offer childcare. They should for the price.

    I am also a member at the gym at my community center. They offer $5/day passes. They have classes, and indoor track and machines. OT comes to about $11 per class. I do feel it is overpriced but it's a good workout, good environment, and they keep you motivated. I would really like to see a change on the scale, though.
  • nordlead2005
    nordlead2005 Posts: 1,303 Member
    edited January 2016
    I signed up for the Elite plan (8 classes per month) for $89. I like the workouts but... There are cons. 1, I am not seeing any weight loss. Diet could improve but I am killing myself at OT so I should see SOME change on the scale.

    Sorry, if you don't eat at a deficit it doesn't matter how much you kill yourself by exercising, you won't lose weight. CI has to be less than CO for weight change to happen (ok, if CI is greater than CO, then weight change happens too, but most people want to lose weight, not gain it).
  • DavPul
    DavPul Posts: 61,406 Member
    bellaa_x0 wrote: »
    pmommyz wrote: »
    ragenhay1 wrote: »
    I was considering it but the price was ridiculous in my opinion. Here they want over $400 just for 10 sessions. Instead I have a gym pass for $48 /month and I do the group fitness Classes five days a week.

    You're incorrect by your pricing. Even in premier markets like NYC, LA, DC or Chicago the price isn't north of $200 for an unlimited membership which means you can take as many classes as you would like in a month. I would fact check before you presume the price. I have been going since July and it's a great workout. Which is why so many gyms are now trying to replicate the workout in their class structure.

    my friend pays $370/month for unlimited in NYC so the pricing is in fact correct.

    Yep. I i didn't believe it either so I just went online and checked. $34 per class for single sessions, no free trial class, $20 premium if you have a membership from a different location, and $350+ for unlimited. Wow. what does crossfit cost in Manhattan?
  • bellaa_x0
    bellaa_x0 Posts: 1,062 Member
    DavPul wrote: »
    bellaa_x0 wrote: »
    pmommyz wrote: »
    ragenhay1 wrote: »
    I was considering it but the price was ridiculous in my opinion. Here they want over $400 just for 10 sessions. Instead I have a gym pass for $48 /month and I do the group fitness Classes five days a week.

    You're incorrect by your pricing. Even in premier markets like NYC, LA, DC or Chicago the price isn't north of $200 for an unlimited membership which means you can take as many classes as you would like in a month. I would fact check before you presume the price. I have been going since July and it's a great workout. Which is why so many gyms are now trying to replicate the workout in their class structure.

    my friend pays $370/month for unlimited in NYC so the pricing is in fact correct.

    Yep. I i didn't believe it either so I just went online and checked. $34 per class for single sessions, no free trial class, $20 premium if you have a membership from a different location, and $350+ for unlimited. Wow. what does crossfit cost in Manhattan?

    yep lol I have a membership in NY, but outside of NYC and visited the NYC location and was charged an additional $20 to take a class there.. its ridiculous.
  • questionfear
    questionfear Posts: 527 Member
    DavPul wrote: »
    bellaa_x0 wrote: »
    pmommyz wrote: »
    ragenhay1 wrote: »
    I was considering it but the price was ridiculous in my opinion. Here they want over $400 just for 10 sessions. Instead I have a gym pass for $48 /month and I do the group fitness Classes five days a week.

    You're incorrect by your pricing. Even in premier markets like NYC, LA, DC or Chicago the price isn't north of $200 for an unlimited membership which means you can take as many classes as you would like in a month. I would fact check before you presume the price. I have been going since July and it's a great workout. Which is why so many gyms are now trying to replicate the workout in their class structure.

    my friend pays $370/month for unlimited in NYC so the pricing is in fact correct.

    Yep. I i didn't believe it either so I just went online and checked. $34 per class for single sessions, no free trial class, $20 premium if you have a membership from a different location, and $350+ for unlimited. Wow. what does crossfit cost in Manhattan?

    No clue but I did notice even cheap gyms like Retro Fitness are more expensive in NYC by about 30%, so I would guess add 15-30% to a "normal" gym cost and that's what you pay in NYC. But bear in mind at least some of that is likely due to real estate costs.
  • bellaa_x0
    bellaa_x0 Posts: 1,062 Member
    DavPul wrote: »
    bellaa_x0 wrote: »
    pmommyz wrote: »
    ragenhay1 wrote: »
    I was considering it but the price was ridiculous in my opinion. Here they want over $400 just for 10 sessions. Instead I have a gym pass for $48 /month and I do the group fitness Classes five days a week.

    You're incorrect by your pricing. Even in premier markets like NYC, LA, DC or Chicago the price isn't north of $200 for an unlimited membership which means you can take as many classes as you would like in a month. I would fact check before you presume the price. I have been going since July and it's a great workout. Which is why so many gyms are now trying to replicate the workout in their class structure.

    my friend pays $370/month for unlimited in NYC so the pricing is in fact correct.

    Yep. I i didn't believe it either so I just went online and checked. $34 per class for single sessions, no free trial class, $20 premium if you have a membership from a different location, and $350+ for unlimited. Wow. what does crossfit cost in Manhattan?

    No clue but I did notice even cheap gyms like Retro Fitness are more expensive in NYC by about 30%, so I would guess add 15-30% to a "normal" gym cost and that's what you pay in NYC. But bear in mind at least some of that is likely due to real estate costs.

    yup - NYC is considered "premiere" by most gyms compared to other states aka they charge you more.
  • juggernaut1974
    juggernaut1974 Posts: 6,212 Member
    Azdak wrote: »
    JoJo__Fit wrote: »
    I am completely obsessed with OTF, I lost inches going 5x's a week for 30 days, I wasn't eating according to my goals either and was able to lose weight. I love the challenge and I always leave the studio happy and accomplished.
    This has been my go to method of training because I have completely lost motivation to workout on my own, which consist of weight training and little to no cardio. When I get my clearance to workout again, I will be implementing heavy weight lifting because I did lose some muscle mass, since the orange. The orange is circuit training however to tone, even when I use heavy weights at the orange as well, I feel like I wasn't accomplishing that.

    Has anyone tried OTF and what is your experience and thoughts?

    Whatever works for you and motivates you. OTF is about 10% science and 90% marketing and woo. (And even some of their "science"--i e the claims about EPOC--are distorted).

    However the same could be said about most exercise classes and "branded" training methods. People see results from OTF because they are motivated by the routine and that makes them not only more focused during the workout, but makes them more consistent with the program. Again, that is not insignificant -- a major component of success in a training program is being motivated to stick with it.

    It probably sounds like I am being negative, but that is not my intent. I just think it is important for people to understand that there is nothing magic or unique about OTF from a physiological standpoint. If people are going to spend a lot of money--whether it's for OTF, a personal trainer, hot yoga, Pilates, etc--they should know what they are buying.

    ^ This
  • kwtilbury
    kwtilbury Posts: 1,234 Member
    Azdak wrote: »
    JoJo__Fit wrote: »
    I am completely obsessed with OTF, I lost inches going 5x's a week for 30 days, I wasn't eating according to my goals either and was able to lose weight. I love the challenge and I always leave the studio happy and accomplished.
    This has been my go to method of training because I have completely lost motivation to workout on my own, which consist of weight training and little to no cardio. When I get my clearance to workout again, I will be implementing heavy weight lifting because I did lose some muscle mass, since the orange. The orange is circuit training however to tone, even when I use heavy weights at the orange as well, I feel like I wasn't accomplishing that.

    Has anyone tried OTF and what is your experience and thoughts?

    Whatever works for you and motivates you. OTF is about 10% science and 90% marketing and woo. (And even some of their "science"--i e the claims about EPOC--are distorted).

    However the same could be said about most exercise classes and "branded" training methods. People see results from OTF because they are motivated by the routine and that makes them not only more focused during the workout, but makes them more consistent with the program. Again, that is not insignificant -- a major component of success in a training program is being motivated to stick with it.

    It probably sounds like I am being negative, but that is not my intent. I just think it is important for people to understand that there is nothing magic or unique about OTF from a physiological standpoint. If people are going to spend a lot of money--whether it's for OTF, a personal trainer, hot yoga, Pilates, etc--they should know what they are buying.

    OTF is effective because it uses technology to tap into people's competitive and narcissistic tendencies. The new spin bikes at my Y do something similar, although less gadgety - there's a light on the bike that turns a different color based on your level of exertion.
  • Packerjohn
    Packerjohn Posts: 4,855 Member
    DavPul wrote: »
    bellaa_x0 wrote: »
    pmommyz wrote: »
    ragenhay1 wrote: »
    I was considering it but the price was ridiculous in my opinion. Here they want over $400 just for 10 sessions. Instead I have a gym pass for $48 /month and I do the group fitness Classes five days a week.

    You're incorrect by your pricing. Even in premier markets like NYC, LA, DC or Chicago the price isn't north of $200 for an unlimited membership which means you can take as many classes as you would like in a month. I would fact check before you presume the price. I have been going since July and it's a great workout. Which is why so many gyms are now trying to replicate the workout in their class structure.

    my friend pays $370/month for unlimited in NYC so the pricing is in fact correct.

    Yep. I i didn't believe it either so I just went online and checked. $34 per class for single sessions, no free trial class, $20 premium if you have a membership from a different location, and $350+ for unlimited. Wow. what does crossfit cost in Manhattan?

    Probably one of those things if you have to ask you can't afford it. Looking at the size of crossfit boxes in my area the lease payments would be out of this world in Manhattan.
  • Azdak
    Azdak Posts: 8,281 Member
    kwtilbury wrote: »
    Azdak wrote: »
    JoJo__Fit wrote: »
    I am completely obsessed with OTF, I lost inches going 5x's a week for 30 days, I wasn't eating according to my goals either and was able to lose weight. I love the challenge and I always leave the studio happy and accomplished.
    This has been my go to method of training because I have completely lost motivation to workout on my own, which consist of weight training and little to no cardio. When I get my clearance to workout again, I will be implementing heavy weight lifting because I did lose some muscle mass, since the orange. The orange is circuit training however to tone, even when I use heavy weights at the orange as well, I feel like I wasn't accomplishing that.

    Has anyone tried OTF and what is your experience and thoughts?

    Whatever works for you and motivates you. OTF is about 10% science and 90% marketing and woo. (And even some of their "science"--i e the claims about EPOC--are distorted).

    However the same could be said about most exercise classes and "branded" training methods. People see results from OTF because they are motivated by the routine and that makes them not only more focused during the workout, but makes them more consistent with the program. Again, that is not insignificant -- a major component of success in a training program is being motivated to stick with it.

    It probably sounds like I am being negative, but that is not my intent. I just think it is important for people to understand that there is nothing magic or unique about OTF from a physiological standpoint. If people are going to spend a lot of money--whether it's for OTF, a personal trainer, hot yoga, Pilates, etc--they should know what they are buying.

    OTF is effective because it uses technology to tap into people's competitive and narcissistic tendencies. The new spin bikes at my Y do something similar, although less gadgety - there's a light on the bike that turns a different color based on your level of exertion.

    Like I said:

    Woo

  • kdm9295
    kdm9295 Posts: 126 Member
    I joined OTF about a month ago. I've not seen any weight come off yet, but my energy level is increased and I really enjoy the classes. I always dreaded going to the gym. I'm not self-motivated to figure out and follow a routine. And I find with OTF I do push myself far more than I did on my own.
  • L_Master
    L_Master Posts: 354 Member
    kwtilbury wrote: »
    Azdak wrote: »
    JoJo__Fit wrote: »
    I am completely obsessed with OTF, I lost inches going 5x's a week for 30 days, I wasn't eating according to my goals either and was able to lose weight. I love the challenge and I always leave the studio happy and accomplished.
    This has been my go to method of training because I have completely lost motivation to workout on my own, which consist of weight training and little to no cardio. When I get my clearance to workout again, I will be implementing heavy weight lifting because I did lose some muscle mass, since the orange. The orange is circuit training however to tone, even when I use heavy weights at the orange as well, I feel like I wasn't accomplishing that.

    Has anyone tried OTF and what is your experience and thoughts?

    Whatever works for you and motivates you. OTF is about 10% science and 90% marketing and woo. (And even some of their "science"--i e the claims about EPOC--are distorted).

    However the same could be said about most exercise classes and "branded" training methods. People see results from OTF because they are motivated by the routine and that makes them not only more focused during the workout, but makes them more consistent with the program. Again, that is not insignificant -- a major component of success in a training program is being motivated to stick with it.

    It probably sounds like I am being negative, but that is not my intent. I just think it is important for people to understand that there is nothing magic or unique about OTF from a physiological standpoint. If people are going to spend a lot of money--whether it's for OTF, a personal trainer, hot yoga, Pilates, etc--they should know what they are buying.

    OTF is effective because it uses technology to tap into people's competitive and narcissistic tendencies. The new spin bikes at my Y do something similar, although less gadgety - there's a light on the bike that turns a different color based on your level of exertion.

    Interesting. How does the bike measure your level of exertion?

  • kwtilbury
    kwtilbury Posts: 1,234 Member
    L_Master wrote: »
    kwtilbury wrote: »
    Azdak wrote: »
    JoJo__Fit wrote: »
    I am completely obsessed with OTF, I lost inches going 5x's a week for 30 days, I wasn't eating according to my goals either and was able to lose weight. I love the challenge and I always leave the studio happy and accomplished.
    This has been my go to method of training because I have completely lost motivation to workout on my own, which consist of weight training and little to no cardio. When I get my clearance to workout again, I will be implementing heavy weight lifting because I did lose some muscle mass, since the orange. The orange is circuit training however to tone, even when I use heavy weights at the orange as well, I feel like I wasn't accomplishing that.

    Has anyone tried OTF and what is your experience and thoughts?

    Whatever works for you and motivates you. OTF is about 10% science and 90% marketing and woo. (And even some of their "science"--i e the claims about EPOC--are distorted).

    However the same could be said about most exercise classes and "branded" training methods. People see results from OTF because they are motivated by the routine and that makes them not only more focused during the workout, but makes them more consistent with the program. Again, that is not insignificant -- a major component of success in a training program is being motivated to stick with it.

    It probably sounds like I am being negative, but that is not my intent. I just think it is important for people to understand that there is nothing magic or unique about OTF from a physiological standpoint. If people are going to spend a lot of money--whether it's for OTF, a personal trainer, hot yoga, Pilates, etc--they should know what they are buying.

    OTF is effective because it uses technology to tap into people's competitive and narcissistic tendencies. The new spin bikes at my Y do something similar, although less gadgety - there's a light on the bike that turns a different color based on your level of exertion.

    Interesting. How does the bike measure your level of exertion?

    That's a great question. I think it uses heart rate monitor in combination with the resistance level of the bike.
  • L_Master
    L_Master Posts: 354 Member
    kwtilbury wrote: »
    L_Master wrote: »
    kwtilbury wrote: »
    Azdak wrote: »
    JoJo__Fit wrote: »
    I am completely obsessed with OTF, I lost inches going 5x's a week for 30 days, I wasn't eating according to my goals either and was able to lose weight. I love the challenge and I always leave the studio happy and accomplished.
    This has been my go to method of training because I have completely lost motivation to workout on my own, which consist of weight training and little to no cardio. When I get my clearance to workout again, I will be implementing heavy weight lifting because I did lose some muscle mass, since the orange. The orange is circuit training however to tone, even when I use heavy weights at the orange as well, I feel like I wasn't accomplishing that.

    Has anyone tried OTF and what is your experience and thoughts?

    Whatever works for you and motivates you. OTF is about 10% science and 90% marketing and woo. (And even some of their "science"--i e the claims about EPOC--are distorted).

    However the same could be said about most exercise classes and "branded" training methods. People see results from OTF because they are motivated by the routine and that makes them not only more focused during the workout, but makes them more consistent with the program. Again, that is not insignificant -- a major component of success in a training program is being motivated to stick with it.

    It probably sounds like I am being negative, but that is not my intent. I just think it is important for people to understand that there is nothing magic or unique about OTF from a physiological standpoint. If people are going to spend a lot of money--whether it's for OTF, a personal trainer, hot yoga, Pilates, etc--they should know what they are buying.

    OTF is effective because it uses technology to tap into people's competitive and narcissistic tendencies. The new spin bikes at my Y do something similar, although less gadgety - there's a light on the bike that turns a different color based on your level of exertion.

    Interesting. How does the bike measure your level of exertion?

    That's a great question. I think it uses heart rate monitor in combination with the resistance level of the bike.

    Ah okay, that makes sense then if you can put in HR zones and such!
  • deonnathomas29
    deonnathomas29 Posts: 8 Member
    edited February 2018
    OTF is priced based on where you live and/or use your membership. For instance, its more costly here in Chicago than it would be in Milwaukee. The trick is to sign up in a smaller city; however, you cant use the app to schedule classes if you take them in a larger city and you may have to pay a premium fee to use the class. That's unfortunate, but the workout is prob the best workout especially for those of us that don't know all the proper techniques and don't like to waste an entire hour on a treadmill. Love it, feel very accomplished, but I agree with JoJo__Fit, you will have to incorporate some more weight training with this routine. :p
  • Suedre
    Suedre Posts: 435 Member
    I’ve been going for almost two years now. I don’t find it to be amazingly groundbreaking, but I do like that I can get in, get it done, get showered and back to life in 1.5 hours. No planning. No thinking. No pushing myself. That $12 no show fee is quite motivating too.

    It does irritate me they call it a 60 minute workout. It’s really much closer to 45 with the downtime.

    My membership is $169 for unlimited classes.
  • MikePfirrman
    MikePfirrman Posts: 3,307 Member
    edited February 2018
    I went to one class. I train pretty hard on my own at both the gym and my basement. I'm not trying to just rip them but a few of the things really bothered me about it.

    It's "science" is based on HR training, yet they are using inaccurate HR Max as the standard and then working down a percentage from that to be in your "zones". Anyone that has used HR training for a while knows you don't use HR Max as your training guide, you use HR Reserve. It's complicated but my max for my age is WAY higher than the age formula they wanted to use. My resting HR is way lower than most too, so my HR reserve is pretty wide. And to add to all of this, they won't use what you know is your HR max (even if you can verify it with a HR monitor) as your true max because of lawsuit risk. I'd have to go to a doc and fork out a couple hundred dollars for a stress test and have the doc sign off on it to prove what I already know is my HR max (and resting if their "science" was worth it).

    Long and short, it's fun, but it's not "scientific" as they claim. For me, the readings were worthless. I was half arsing it and got 50 "splat points". The instructor said she'd never seen anyone get that many on their first class. That number was inflated because I wasn't near my true max. Then to have her try to pick on my rowing form (I'm ranked pretty high for my age group in Indoor rowing in the US) was just the icing on the cake. The instructor had no clue how to row and she was telling me how to row. I didn't tell her I'm pretty decent at rowing (I'd likely be sub 6:50 on a 2K on their machines. They did a 500m "test" later that day, after she critiqued my form, and I nearly set the club "record" and I'm not that fast on sprints for a competitive indoor rower).

    It's fun and for the recreational gym person that's never pushed themselves, it's a fun (albeit expensive) way to go.
  • DevilsFan1
    DevilsFan1 Posts: 342 Member
    I bought a package last Decemeber ($300 for 28 sessions; my workplace reimburses me). I go once a week for a HIIT workout. The workouts are varied and usually test me so that's good. The 'science' of their workouts is largely pseudoscience targeted at people who don't know any better. I doubt I'll renew my package when it runs out though. It's simply not worth the money.
  • DevilsFan1
    DevilsFan1 Posts: 342 Member
    edited February 2018
    I went to one class. I train pretty hard on my own at both the gym and my basement. I'm not trying to just rip them but a few of the things really bothered me about it.

    It's "science" is based on HR training, yet they are using inaccurate HR Max as the standard and then working down a percentage from that to be in your "zones". Anyone that has used HR training for a while knows you don't use HR Max as your training guide, you use HR Reserve. It's complicated but my max for my age is WAY higher than the age formula they wanted to use. My resting HR is way lower than most too, so my HR reserve is pretty wide. And to add to all of this, they won't use what you know is your HR max (even if you can verify it with a HR monitor) as your true max because of lawsuit risk. I'd have to go to a doc and fork out a couple hundred dollars for a stress test and have the doc sign off on it to prove what I already know is my HR max (and resting if their "science" was worth it).

    Long and short, it's fun, but it's not "scientific" as they claim. For me, the readings were worthless. I was half arsing it and got 50 "splat points". The instructor said she'd never seen anyone get that many on their first class. That number was inflated because I wasn't near my true max. Then to have her try to pick on my rowing form (I'm ranked pretty high for my age group in Indoor rowing in the US) was just the icing on the cake. The instructor had no clue how to row and she was telling me how to row. I didn't tell her I'm pretty decent at rowing (I'd likely be sub 6:50 on a 2K on their machines. They did a 500m "test" later that day, after she critiqued my form, and I nearly set the club "record" and I'm not that fast on sprints for a competitive indoor rower).

    I got 47 splat points on my first visit. They use the 220-age formula to determine your max HR. I'm 47 which calculates to 173 which my true max heart rate is about 185 while my resting HR is aroun 50. So basically the board tells me I'm in orange or red for at least 75% of the class because their calculations are off.
  • spartan_d
    spartan_d Posts: 727 Member
    Tried it once. Not a fan. It was a good workout, but I could have gotten a better one on my own.

    To be fair, that was partly because it was a partner workout, and I was saddled with a guy who just walked on the treadmill instead of running fast. The goal was for one partner to cover a certain distance on the treadmill (0.2 miles?) while the other partner was rowing as fast as possible. Because he took so long to cover that distance, I was gassing out. I could have gotten a more effective jnterval training workout if I had been able to shift gears to something else, as one normally would.

    The weights circuit we did wasn't very demanding either.
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