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F45, is injury worth the sweat?
The fitness industry is kind of a wild west, anything goes and anyone can start a “movement” culture, claim it to be scientific and then sell it. F45 training is not exempt from this blueprint, that really has its origins rooted in capitalism rather than in the field of scientific endeavor. When selecting what is F45? Or F45 near me on their website one of the first statements says “It’s innovation”. When buzzwords like these get thrown around, along with “functional”, “science” and “results driven” it muddies the waters for anyone looking to make a decision about which direction to go in relation to health and fitness.
Orange Theory: Is the Juice Worth the Squeeze?
Orange Theory is based on the theory of excess post-exercise oxygen consumption (EPOC), which promises increased metabolism and calorie burn long after the workout ends. The theory of maximizing calorie burn and metabolic rate are good. However, it's the application of these principles that make this methodology flawed.