I Tested Every Fitness Studio so you Don't Have to *F45, Barrys, Soul cycle, & more*
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- From celeb's & models favourite workouts Barrys bootcamp, pilates moms go to Saturday activity, to the ever growing F45, and one of Bella Gaddis favourite workouts rumble boxing...fitness studios are back and growing more popular then ever...BUT with each one cost over $30 what are actually worth your money? I have tested them all over the last 5 years and about time I ranked them all. From the price, atmosphere, who its best for, how effective of a workout, and more!
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OTF is phenomenal! Coming from someone who was 302 pounds and is now 141. I never in my life enjoyed and form of exercise until I started there. I’ve been there 3 years and I’m definitely in the best shape of my life at 43. They now have a 50 min weighs only class and it’s a game changer. I have abs! After losing 163 pounds I have Abs. You get what you put into OTF. I life HEAVY in there. Heavier than most of the men. I run fast and I’m queen of the rower. I put 💯 in every class and im at 526 classes. I can’t recommend it enough. I have a friend who goes with me now who’s recently lost 100 pounds and she’s addicted just like me. She too never likes to exercise. I highly encourage people who are interested to at least give it a try. They are constantly changing the classes and making them harder. It works!
526 classes in 3 years is LEGENDARY discipline-- gen x continuing to be my biggest inspiration
This is so inspiring!! I’m 80lbs overweight. Do you have an instagram?
Honestly though, at a surface level aesthetics of a gym sounds silly to consider BUT how nice, safe, comfortable, fun, or vibeyyy an environment feels to yo truly does impact your effort & consistency in coming back!
Right?! It seems so dumb BUT you feel like you get a fulll experience and then it justifies the $30 haha
OTF is the only gym where I’ve ever felt welcome! The members at my studio know each other and we actually hang out after class. And the coaches always smile and welcome us by name when we come in and give so much good feedback in class. It really makes me want to go all the time and my body confidence has never been better! The other gyms (especially Barry’s) always come off like gyms for rich stuck up size 0 girls who would definitely look down on you for not wearing $120 leggings lol. Definitely not the vibe I want when I work out
I liked the OTF customers too, and their classes. But the company gave me a bad taste. It feels like a scam. I can INCREASE my membership by just saying the word but to DECREASE it I have to send in a notarized letter with a blood sample? (joking - but barely). I would LOVE to continue with OTF. I liked the classes, and as you mention, the people - but I can't deal with an unscrupulous company. OTF - be better!!!!!!!
It's nice that OTF put their business together to help us senior citizens stay in shape ;) It seems you are saying (and I hope I'm wrong), that the only gyms that are any good are really designed for the under 35 crowd. I'm sorry you had a bad experience with OTF, but at the end of the day, it IS a business (and one in a very competitive environment) - I'm not sure what you expect them to do. Lastly, I'm old, but I've never felt discriminated against at OTF - quite the contrary actually. To each his own I guess...
I took a trial class and omg I felt so stressed... My usual workouts are a mix of mega reformer, spin, hot yoga, and roller skating. At OTF I just felt so spazzed out by all the statistics on the screens, constantly changing machines and stations, where the hell am I supposed to go, what work out am I doing now? It was just way too much. Plus all the HUGE MOTIVATIONAL FONT everywhere, the orange lights, jeez. I did not enjoy that. The trainers were encouraging but employees were also very pushy with the memberships it was annoying.
This is soo perfect it’s insane. I used to work at OTF so I am unintentionally biased on how I like the community there BUT I tried Barry’s early this month and when I tell you they didn’t even make sure I signed a waiver before my class (that’s how little the front desk folks interacted with me) and it was so different from how we were with new guests at OTF
21:08 lmao like her .. she says barrys is the best. And after watching the full video, her "worst" places are the places I want to try now 😂
OTF literally changed my life and my local OTF is such a positive atmosphere and super supportive.
Up until about 5 years ago I ran the 3 highest rated OTFs in the country. Took hundreds of classes and met thousands of members. Saw soooo many transformed lives and bodies. Then went into my own workout routine of strength and HIIT. But I still swear by OTF 110% to this day and just started taking classes again to complement my regiment. And boy -- I missed it. OTF is everything it's cracked up to be. With that being said, here are some things I picked up over the years:
1. Wear your monitor properly. In almost all cases the HRM worked but it was not work the correct way. You will find your sweet spot. (And do NOT leave it plugged it constantly.)
2. Form form form in the weight room. Stop rushing through the sets. Breathe and take your time. And do NOT jump the rails. And do not hold the handles if you're on an incline. You're messing up your hips.
3. It is NOT your goal to be in the red (ALL OUT) or even orange (PUSH) a lot. Your goal is just 12-20mins. Tops. As time goes by you will find yourself less in either because your body is adapting. So up your weights, speed and/or incline but see #2.
4. You should be in the orange/red mid-way through the given time. Meaning: if your push or all out is 60sec, pace yourself that you hit your color by 30sec. 90sec: 45sec. Then pace yourself that when you stop, you can get back into green (base) before the next set.
5. 3-4x a week. TOPS. You need rest days. And 3hrs at OTF is like 9hrs working out on your own.
6. It takes about 30 days to feel a change; about 90 to notice a change. Even if subtle, you will have improved in a number of ways. But even if you don't see a massive physical difference, what's going on inside is improving. Plus, you could still weigh the same but built muscle. That's good.
7. 80% diet, 20% workout. Something to that effect. Make sure to eat and eat right. Doesn't matter if you burn 1000 calories then eat 2000 in pizza that night.
8. In the weight room, your last rep should be TOUGH. If you keep breezing through your sets, you need to increase your weights. Make it that your last reps are always hard. But see #2.
9. Guys, you can build muscle at OTF. Whatever the weight section is, turn it into strength. Just up the weight and lower the rept. On treads, increase that incline and walk. Or up those gears on the strider. (My personal fave.)
10. NO ONE IS JUDGING YOU. 99% of our new members we had were not gym rats. Not by a mile. Nobody is looking at you. They're all just trying to get through the workout. So don't be scared. Trust me: the staff is rooting for you and members aren't even noticing. They were just like you. So let's Goooooooo.
11. OTF is a great complement. So again, try to do 3-4x a week especially if you're new. As time goes on, add things like yoga, Pilates, gym, whatever.
12. Anecdote: every so often we would get a jacked up, buff dude taking a class. Usually dragged in by an SO because guys are taught that cardio is bad. Anywho, these guys were ripped but could barely make it through 10min of class. Why? They've been so focused on muscle, they forgot about their heart and everything that it entails. Just another reason OTF is great: keeps the heart pumping, the oxygen flowing. A car can look great on the outside, but what oil and gas are putting in it?
Uhhhhh watch the hypocrisy! Number 10 started with NO ONE IS JUDGING YOU. Now in 12 you're bashing weightlifters. Muscle man should feel welcome and not be judged just like the out of shape and gym virgins. We can all agree a balanced workout is best. There are many people that walk into OTF able to run a 5K but can't do a push up. It's all ok. OTF is here to balance everyone out.
So sad about the OTF experience 😢
I’ve been working there for almost 2 years and I love it. Our studio has such a close knit vibe and have such a variety of people. It really is case by case though, every studio can be so different
I’ve been going to cycle bar for a few weeks now. I’m incredibly new, in fact I was a BAD couch potato prior to this and I’m still not very good about it but I’ve been going twice a week. It’s a 45 minute class and the entire thing is that the instructor tells you what rpm and power you should be going based off the rhythm of the music. They’re incredibly nice and they don’t judge you for not being able to go the speed they want you to and nobody else is judging. I love how nice everyone is and that no one is mean about me not being up to the speed that everyone else is going. I’m a big fan so far!
I’ve been doing two a week for about 20 weeks here in Dallas and I have improved incredibly! I feel much better, I have dropped weight! I do HIIT class at another studio weekly, I am eating heavily vegetarian but still including some meat chicken or fish but I definitely believe the CYCLEBAR has been a catalyst in my improvement! I even had the same couch potato experience you did😀
as an F45 coach i respect your opinion!!! also hated OTF when I went, but i do agree it is dependent on the studio (which is a shame cause it has potential)
Spinning is fantastic for fat loss, building leg muscle, and it increased my athleticism in general. I lost 60 lbs last year doing mostly Peloton spin classes. Because of my fitness from those classes I was able to easily pick up other activities like running, paddle boarding etc. I haven’t done Soul Cycle but I’m sure it offers the same benefits. Just wanted to throw that out there, because I don’t think spin is one-dimensional per se. It’s not full body, but if you sprinkle in some upper body and core workouts in addition to spin, you’ll be in great shape.
Of all of these I think F45 is the best! INCREDIBLE community and I love that they split up the days between cardio and strength. Also great that they're all over the world - I can always find a local class. Only con is it's pretty easy to graduate out of it since weights don't go very high.
Would love to see you review tone house or training lab the next time you're in NYC! By far the hardest classes I have taken (harder than Barrys)
I live in NYC and have heard ToneHouse is brutally difficult 😅 sounds like my idea of fun
The most fun 😂
Oooo thank you for the tone Josie recommendation! I’ll look into it
Do you think f45 is good for someone who wants to lose weight? I might be that someone 😂
Orange theory was the most cold environment Iv'e ever worked out in. Did it for three months and consistently went to the same classes but the instructors didn't even care to learn my name. Currently doing F45 and never felt like I belong more in a fitness class. The community is something special! Need to try Barrys....Great video Keltie!!!💗💗
I really think this depends on the studio. My home studio for otf feels like a family and keeps me coming back. But when I travel there are some that don't have any of the community vibes (especially the 'premium' locations).
The OrangeTheory I went to in Calgary falls in the D Tier for me. While during that time it was the introduction of fitness studios in the city, I always got Blue and never got Red during the workouts and I never befriended any of the coaches either.
as an OTF coach I am really sorry the coaches didn't make you feel seen! im glad you found something you love
It is so interesting cause the OTF near me is super laid back. I got the 30 pack cause I have several other memberships. They didn't pressure me to buy anything. They told me to think about it and that I can purchase everything through the app if I want to (so 30 pack was bought on the app like two days later). I also appreciate that their class packs do not expire.
I also had a very bad experience at OTF.
I think we can just all agree that it depends on the location. We understand that some of you have great experiences and thank you for sharing. But her experience is also a valid one.
This feels like old school Keltie content when I first joined (except way more slick on production) and I LOVE it.
Orangetheory was the first time I ever took my fitness seriously. Did it for 2 years and absolutely loved it. Everyone was super welcoming. They also frequently do challenges to keep you motivated, which I loved. Also got amazing results. Lost 15 lbs, was super fit and it’s the best I’ve ever looked (going in consistently 4-5 times a week). 🍊
Same!
Totally agree 🍊... but then again I am a 48yo in the suburbs who needs accountability to get something done after work... so exactly the target demographic Keltie described for OTF 😆
WE NEED THE OTF VIDEO!! Spillllll the tea. This is important. Must be your next video. You have us on edge of our seats!
As an Orangetheory coach I was so bummed to hear about your view of it😢 I’ve been coaching for 4 1/2 years and while the sales tactic can be frustrating I’ve found it truly is the best 1 stop shop for a sustainable fitness routine!
Yes!!! I love Orangetheory and I’m not a beginner - great community at many studios, range of young people to kick ass 70 yr olds, I went out and ran a 10 mile race after just doing Orangetheory for 8 months cause my lungs were just so strong!
My daughter and joined two months ago as a filler to our normal strength training..we love it!
I feel lucky to live so near a great OTF studio. I never thought I’d be someone to get the highest membership option at a fitness studio… but here I am! I go like 3-4 days per week and do so many of the challenges. Love it.
As an OTF lead/head coach who has worked in multiple “regions” I think it is 100% dependent on the studio. When I worked in a big city- it felt much less personal for me trying to get to know members- there was no follow up system we had with them or easy way to get to know them. It was competitive in Pittsburgh but not as much as I’d say somewhere like LA, but I will say we weren’t pressured to be super pushy in that region sales wise because you can always kind of bet on a revolving door in the city. This is both good and bad from a manager standpoint, staff was in and out the door too and our pay was not half as good as most OTFs offered. Sales obviously, a business is a business and has to make money at the end of the day so that is the one gripe I can understand, it can really take the “I care about changing someone’s life” out of the equation as a “health prescriber”. I think the main reason why OTF experiences can always be SOOO different is because they’re independently owned. The people I work for now are very personal, the studio is like a family, we have 18-80 year olds working out, everyone is friendly, everyone knows someone’s name, and we’re all really into it! So I do like that it’s friendly to most all fitness levels, just because for me as a coach I really do pride myself on the care and time I take with people to make sure their form is right and how they can get the most out of their workout. I can see doing it for a few more years anyways. I definitely see where you are coming from at some points. When I left the city I worked in with it, I became less disgruntled with it
I agree with everything you've said! I'm 28 and have been with OTF for a year. My studio is beyond friendly and welcoming with members ranging through all ages.
I've been to big city studios and didn't enjoy the vibe at all. It's very studio dependent. Overall, I credit so much tp OTF and the great health I have now
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Lol.. "OTF is Barry's ugly stepsister"
You're not wrong. Haha. I go to OTF 3x and Barry's 1x a week cause going to Barry's 4x a week is way too hard on my body and expensive😢. Not enough abs at OTF!!
Barry's is the superior workout for sure. I like what it's done for my body and abs. Absolutely loveee Barry's and how different days focus on different muscle groups. Because each instructor makes their own program, the quality of workouts can vary quite a bit, but once you find your favorite instructors, it's so awesome!
Great video! ❤
Your OTF experience is very very different from most people’s who go to otf. We have hardly any middle aged people. So many young professionals and college students. Really depends on location. I think the community is very positive. You get what you put into it. If you don’t want to make friends you won’t, but it you do.. you definitely could. The challenges are fun too. I love the benchmarks. I love all the stats so I can keep track. It sounds like you worked there very early into otf (2017 maybe?). When I joined in it’s early days I didn’t like it. I’ve been going consistently for a year and it’s a lot of fun. I actually don’t think otf is great for beginners. Depends on the coach. I agree though…they do push memberships HARD.
I second this!
Same! Our gym is mostly 20-30s women and some older women as well. But mostly everyone there is ready to WORK. There's so many bad*sses at my gym that it really pushes me. I'm the most fit I've been in my life and I definitely owe it to OTF. I guess the vibe/difficulty varies from studio to studio. I tried Burn bootcamp and f45 before and I was not super impressed.
Same. I’ve been to OTF in ottawa, winnipeg and 3 locations in Toronto, winnipeg definitely has the mom vibe, but DT Toronto has great community and vibes imo. But it probably depends on your location. Also, I feel you if you’ve worked somewhere that you didn’t vibe with, you’re going to harbour some of those feelings.
Seriously I went to Orange Theory in Chicago and it was mostly people in their 20s-30s and depending on the coaches it was a really good experience the heart rate monitor helped keep me honest.
My OTF is also quite varied in ages of members. I take evening classes and I’d say they range from 20s-early 50s. One of the things that drew me to OTF in the first place was the amount of classes. I’m a mom and work full time and it’s great to have so many options. I’ve been going for a few years and I’ve met some really wonderful people. Just like everyone else is saying, it’s what you put into it. Also, EVERY gym is trying to sell sell sell. That’s their bread and butter!
I've only been to Barrys, which was by far an eye-opening experience. Despite the price, which is the only thing holding me back from coming more often, I do think it boosted my motivation by at least 200%.
Barry's is the only gym I go to every week cause I canceled my memberships with other 2 gyms, one of them being the rec center at MRU in Calgary. It's a great facility due to its size but working out alone can be boring.
Barry's keep me pumped and motivated and I am friends with most of the coaches.
I just started lagree and you are spot on 🤣
Im glad my instructor is very social and makes me feel welcome. All the moms seem to know each other & im always the only hispanic there 😂
I found this video interesting. For preference I’m not coming at her in any way, I’d just like to give my opinion in case anyone has been wanting to try Orangetheory. I’ve been going since beginning of 2019 and it’s changed my life. I’ve been to multiple different studios in multiple different states and every studio kinda has its own vibe in terms of the people there and even what class time you go will be a different vibe. I’m 26 now and I live in a college town and I go at 6am so I can go with people my age or older but if I went mid day or afternoon it’s all 18-20 year olds. When I lived in Columbus Ohio there were multiple different studios within the city and every single one had a different vibe with the workout being the same at each though. I think it’s important to go try out whatever class she’s talking about if your interested in a group fitness class in your area and decide for yourself what you enjoy! OTF has pulled me out of very dark times in my life because of the community there being so supportive of one another, there’s Reddit chains, facebook groups and you get close with your coaches there too that’s constantly supporting you. It’s meant for all levels but you have a coach that truly pushes me when I need it. I do agree with her on the sales side of things but I honestly don’t really blame them. They are trying to sell something and it’s something that is great for you, nothing they say is a lie so I see no harm in sales pitches after a first free workout. They also charge a $12 fee if you cancel or no show within a 8hr window of your scheduled class which sounds crazy (a car accident or flat tire situation they won’t charge you if you call) but it hold you accountable. Most times you don’t want to go to a workout is within 8hrs before and I personally need that accountability. I’m in the best shape of my life because of otf and mentally is such a good thing for me. I just wanted to say that because I see where she’s coming from based on her experience but if your interested in trying it please do so! (Disclaimer I’ve always paid to be a member and still do so no this isn’t sponsored and I don’t work there lol)
I agree with you Cassie, OTF has changed my life and joining has been one of the best things I've done for myself. I have muscles that I never knew existed. I find it very high energy / high motivation, but it does depend where you are / who your coach is. I'm in my early 30s and I see people of various ages there. Also the staff/ coaches know me by name even though I'm very shy and keep to myself.
I agree!!!! I just turned 40 and thats crazy! I’ve been at OTF for almost 2yrs…my membership for unlimited is less than the 10pack mentioned…im guessing its depending on the city….i enjoy OTF and im a prior track athletic and military veteran….our location is pretty diverse in all ages and very friendly…i visited a location in LA and it was definitely different-music was more “safe” pop-ish vs we play alot of hip hop…ive made improvements physically and gained muscle so maybe it just wasnt challenging enough for some ppl. I feel like this review for her was doomed from the start because of her prior experience as an employee…it was tainted from the jump because as she stated she didnt even want to go…”parents that need accountability after work” hilarious…i have no kids and still need accountability so🤷🏽♀️ good things there’s options for every kind of person…personally, i dont workout to feel like im in a club
Thank you for this video Keltie! I have been wanting to try out F45, and love OTF/Rumble. I will say with Orange Theory I think the vibes really depend on the studio. I live in NYC and our studio is mostly folks in their 20s/30s with some over 40. The community at my local studio is incredible, we go out together, etc. having done other of these HIIT classes, I love how OTF is super welcoming to folks who are beginners but then those of us who have been athletes for a longer time, we really kind of compete against each other to go fast on our All-Outs etc.
Versus some other HIIT classes which feel kind of clique-y, I’ve never felt that with OTF! I don’t work for OTF or anything but recommend people try it out. I’m sure all of these different companies are incredible but ultimately depend upon the vibes at a particular studio
As always, incredible video I have been a fan of yours for years and your approach to fitness being fun motivates me every day
Thank you for this!! I’m going to include this in the OTF video! Love hearing other perspectives ☺️
Of course!! We love you so much!! Fitness Queen Keltie 👑
Totally agreed with this. Depends on the studio. I love OTF and the community. The age definitely depends where the studio is.
OTF was such an amazing experience with me. It could be location dependent but for the most part you go at your own speed! The locations are immaculate and vibes are always there. I’d recommend OTF all the way. Also, everyone is super nice and welcoming. Def all types of ages but again could be the area you’re in. I’d recommend to take the free class and check it out for yourself. I understand her pov all the way however it’s like going to work at your favorite store. You def lose love after you work at the place 😂
Hey Keltie I've been following for you for awhile and wanted to pop on to say I love this video. I. am a trainer at F45 and rotate between F45 workouts, spin on Peloton and Caroline Girvan (TH-cam).
A few additional notes about F45 - they have heart rate monitors (similar to OTF) and a very strong community vibe. They also provide meal plans for a holistic approach and encourage regular body scans in studio to track body fat and muscle mass progress. I would personally say F45 and Barry's are my favourite but nothing compares to the results I've gotten from Caroline Girvan on TH-cam. She's literally AMAZING!!
Is F45 good for someone who’s trying to lose weight? That someone might be me… 😅
@@erinrod4246 no. You need to focus on your diet for that.
Yes an entire video on OTF
The tea must be spilled hahah!!
I work there and have some similar thoughts 😅
But I 100% it thinks on what studio you go to. I went to an Otf in Hamilton and it was SOOO different than my home.
Recap:
0:50 Barry's 4.2/5: Price $35; community 👍; difficulty hard ; vibe 🔥💸; results: keep going back
4:17 F45 4/5: Price $30; community: welcoming ; difficulty medium; vibe 🏋; results: inconsistent but muscle-building
6:55 Lagree 3.2/5: Price $35; community 🫤; difficulty: beginner friendly after 5 classes; vibe 🕶; results: beneficial physically and mentally
10:22 OrangeTheory 2.5/5: Price $30; community 👍if you're older; difficulty varies but easier than Barry's; vibe 🚗🟧; results: depends
15:04 Rumble 4/5: Price $25 plus rentals ($8-11); community x; difficulty beginner friendly after 2 weeks/learning curve; vibe 👿🥊; results: 💪
18:02 SoulCycle 3.5/5: $30: Price x; community: culty; difficulty beginner; vibe ☀🕯; results: easy to cheat
Fun fact I've tried almost all of these and have completely different opinions where SoulCycle is above Barry's for the type of person I am! Different strokes
Very surprised at your Orange Theory experience. I love the welcoming atmosphere and the fact everyone that works there knows your name. I have gone to multiple studios across the East coast of the USA and have had the same experience in all.
I push myself so hard on my workouts and love the music vibe. I think you are scarred from your time working there 🤣
Do people really spend that much?
I’ll stick to running/walking and throwing weights around in my garage.😂😂😂
I do OTF and it is the greatest thing I have ever done. I used to play sports all my life, and from middle-high school would regularly have 3-5 hours of practice a day (needless to say I was in great shape). I stopped working out/gained weight. I had tried in the past to get in shape, but it wasn't until OTF that I have seen massive improvements. I'm also only 31, and while some people don't go too hard, I (and many others) go all out every class. I appreciate the science behind it (if you are willing to put in the work) and the inbody scan that they have so you can see where you are. When I started 4 months ago, I couldn't even run one lap at a 12 minute/mile pace. No I'm running sub 8 min miles and continuing to see improvement. I'm expecting to be able to do sub 7 minute miles in a month or two.
I will not have this OT slander! Actually though I've been a regular at 3 different OT studios and it really depends on the franchise owner. The last studio I was at had a free to join weekly jogging club with the head coach. My current studio just had a 5 year party and everyone brought food to the park and a 12 pack of beer. It was a great time, I love OTF.
I’ve done Orangetheory since 2019, minus the time during the pandemic. But I absolutely loved it for such a long time, I was addicted. I made great friends and love the coaches. But the running/power walking is killing my legs and I don’t see any changes to my body anymore. I tried F45 and I absolutely love it.
The orangetheory slander 😂 Im not saying you're wrong. I'm an orange theory regular because Im intimidated by F45, and also because I'm lazy and don't always want to work super hard. And to be honest, Id rather be the hottest person at orangetheory than the ugliest at F45. solid review 10/10.
Honestly I’m obsessed with this for you!! Including this in the OTF video if I ever post it hahaha
OMG, you made me spit my coffee laughing.
😂😂🙌🏻 yes, this comment is life.
lollll this is location dependent! At some studios I'm the hottest there and at others I can't believe all the good looking people around me.
I went to otf for one plus year. Everyone was friendly; coaches were nice and wanted to know and remember your name (I had my favorite of course). Saw results initially but plateaued and regressed - and eventually realized I wanted to do more weights and less HIIT! Quitting was a non issue with the manager - not that I cared. My mind was set!
Love Rumble. Wonderful energy. I would go more if I lived in the same state. I was traveling from Connecticut to Brooklyn for classes. I couldn’t maintain it.
Love OTF. Crazy expensive but so worth it. It’s a half block from my office, so the convenience is great. I set my own pace, depending on my energy levels. I’m middle aged and it’s inspired me to get back in shape. Love it.
There are two Rumbles. The Canadian version founded in Calgary where I live and the one located in New York. Talk about coincidence
WHOLE ORANGE THEORY VIDEO!!!! I have one by my house and was thinking about doing it. I reached out and those people would not leave me alone and hey class schedule just didn't work for me at all.
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I was a coach at orange theory and had a horrible employee experience! I agree 1/5! Workouts may be good for beginners but the dumbell selection isn’t heavy enough and the floor circuits often didn’t make sense to me or werent challenging
I couldn’t agree more about Barry’s and Orange Theory. I felt out of place at my first time at Barry’s because everyone looked like models and everything in there was soooo pretty and luxurious (Dison, Oribe, their fancy smoothies). I love nice things so although I felt shy, I went back there and realized that the out of place feeling was all in my head. Everyone was friendly, the instructors quickly learned my name and cheered me on whenever I pushed myself really hard. I love the music, vibes, instructors, and bathrooms 😂❤ You are spot on regarding getting that “club fix.” I gave up alcohol 5 months ago (not an alcoholic but started to realized that it is just toxic to my body and didn’t add anything positive) so Barry’s is what I do now 3 to 4 times per week. Loved your video and subscribed for the tea on Orange Theory. Did I mention that they call me every single week to try to sell me a membership? Except that I did not enjoy my heart rate being displayed on the screen (it is just not for me) and that it seems like a cheaper Barry’s?
couldn’t agree more!!!
Haha I experimented with OTF and Barry’s and you are spot on about both! I much prefer Barry’s and have gone back multiple times… the music and club vibe and mirrors and even the way they play with the lights was everything (and the showers and Oribe.) OTF was a one-time thing. Lots of text messages following up too :/
Same!!!!!! I still don’t know how to get rid of OTF. They won’t leave me alone even though I told them I already got a membership at Barry’s and was not interested.
barry's lights make my abs pop and i feel hot af everytime i'm there
I love Lagree! I am primarily a runner, so I was looking for a cross training workout that was more focused on strength and stability than on cardio per se, and Lagree fits that perfectly. It's definitely an intense workout, and can raise the heart rate, but is low impact which is a nice change of pace from the pavement pounding of running. I feel like I get a good workout, but it doesn't leave me too sore to run, which is the sweet spot for me. I had tried barre previously and it just didn't feel difficult enough. I don't think Lagree is meant to be the only workout someone does, but it's a wonderful tool in the tool belt. I recommend it to everyone I know who runs because of the focus on core and stability; it's great for injury prevention.
Love Rumble! I’m a 40-something suburban mom and it makes me feel cool! 😂
I love that for you
Was an assistant manager at an OTF in Florida and worked there a little over 2 years! I'm ready for a tea sesh!!!
I’m happy with OTF! Definitely a younger, more motivating crowd at my home studio in Houston. HOWEVER I cannot stand that I lose my classes after a month. I’d pay for individual classes or a month membership, the combo of both rubs me the wrong way. Plus the monitor alone costing like $120
Off topic lol, but me and my husband visited Stockholm in September, and we both absolutely feel in love with Sweden. So much so, we are seriously considering moving there within the next 5 to 8 yrs. I love your videos BTW 😊
I did soul cycle for the first time today and I actually loved it! I’m a complete beginner and my tailbone hurts now lmao
I took actual boxing classes in Boston that were very hardcore taught by retired boxers. So when I went to rumble, I was very disappointed. It felt very easy. I liked the vibe though. I went to one in NYC (manhattan) and I felt intimidated because the class looked like it was full of models lol.
I was so turned off by OrangeTheory's sales-y pitch (and the incessant texts and calls later) that I refused to ever go again. It's even the closest fitness studio to my new house and I still refuse.
This was a great video ! Thank you so much friend !
When I grew up I trained in my garage . Now I have a warehouse. I train alone. Paying to go exercise around others not really a thing I do. But its 2022 now and people like to do that. I just save money for sushi and protein shake.
EXPOSE THE OTF TEA 😂 I signed up for a 6 month contract and it’s definitely… not my vibe. But I wanted to give it a fair shot and it’s just not for me, so I’d love to hear!
OrangeTheory for life! Lol. I absolutely LOVE the care the coaches provide ❤
I'm your exact description of OTF customer lol. 35F with a small child and I work 48+ hrs a week swing shifts. I need someone to take my money and yell at me for an hour haha
Where’s my f45 fam at? ❤
I did orange theory for half of this year, I enjoyed it but also felt it was like walking into a lazer tag game 😂 I would love to try Barrys if only to use the oribe shampoo 😂😂😂 but yeah, spill that tea on OTF!!!
I would love an exposé of Orange Theory!
Time to spill some teas
Imagine one of the reasons you don't like Orange Theory is many 40+ women go there...(which is not true for my studio) Don't you even think that's super rude to busy women who have a work or baby care schedule daily? first thing first - I'm very young and I go to multiple gyms. I enjoy working out with ALL girls from at different ages with a similar goal...I guess you are just for Barry's :)
I’m a dude and found this super helpful! Love you energy and breakdowns
Love this video!! I recently heard that research shows most of these classes increase cortisol and mess up female hormones. Would love to hear your thoughts!
I love these kinds of classes… so I found it disappointing.
Would be fun it you reviewed les milles workout program/classes, at least in Sweden it's pretty common to find them in regular gyms or similar, but I think you can also buy classes online, I know they exists all over the world. The GRIT strength classes I've been on has been the best full body hiit classes I've tried, usually they teach the same class (for all types of classes) every week for longer periods of time. For me it's a + that I can challenge myself to be better or do maybe one more rep next time, but after a while it is kind of boring and you miss mixing it up.
Im so glad to know I’m not the only one who had a not so great experience working at orange theory. I love to get excited about fitness and getting other people excited but I’m not a salesman
Hey this is very entertaining in many ways, hand signals, editing, improv. 😂
Oh my, the suburban OTF's vs. Barry's 🤣🤣🤣 I haven't tried OTF yet, but I went with my son to Barry's in NYC. I'm 62, my son is 28. My first Barry's, I fell off the treadmill. Now let's talk about community. When I fell, the most hardcore of the members during that session, she stopped her run immediately and went to me, asking me if I was okay. My son, on the other hand on the treadmill beside me was worried that I would be carried out of Barry's in a stretcher. 🤣🤣🤣 Well, I got back up and ran again on the treadmill until I finished the first treadmill session (since there was a second treadmill session) and finished the session. After that, however, my son and I could not stop laughing about my fall, both while we were waiting for the subway and when we were on the subway. 🤣 I will be trying OTF because my son recommends it for me. What I like are the rower and the TRX, which is similar to a cable on the Pilates Cadillac. I would do it just once or twice a week, however, since I still prefer Physique 57 and my Pilates sessions (Reformer, Cadillac, Wunda Chair, Fuse ladder, Barre). I am a former dancer, so it is expected that Pilates and Physique 57 will be my preference.
I still like your comparison of OTF and Barry's attendees. 🤣🤣🤣 Really good! 👍👍👍
Keltie, you're so entertaining to watch I am glad I stumbled upon you by TH-cam algorithm :) I love your energy so fun!
Super great video breaking down each class you covered!
Also, would LOVE a Mirror review video (and maybe compare your experience with dogpound and rumble class in person vs their classes offered on the mirror?)
In Utah we have vasa fitness with studio red classes. They sound very similar to orange theory but the cost is only $35 a month. Love it!
Are workout vacations/trips a thing?? I would totally travel just to try Barry’s, you make it sound completely worth it! Thank you for yet another fantastic chat Keltie. 💜
I’ve done it! I live somewhere that doesn’t have access to these types of big name gyms and so planning girl trips to explore a big city and hit as many unique fitness classes is so much fun!
I totally would! Since moving makes me feel better, on a vacation I usually don’t feel fully aware and awake until I’ve visited a gym or something! You know like when you don’t have coffee all day and you’re a little out of it? That’s how I feel if I’m not moving once a day 😂 not to say I can’t take time off but I kinda cant😂 so yes I support workout vacays 🙌🏻 I think it could even be fun
lol I love orange theory but maybe Denver is just a different vibe. I will agree though, I'm on month three of my membership and feel like I'm advancing pretty quickly and am going to need something more soon. Free weights are great but sometimes I need more
The other thing about OTF is they have strength classes that are honestly fantastic. They are tailored to stay in that hiit format but you can tailor the workouts to your needs (like heavier weights and less reps)
I am so happy I watched this. I am a guy, and I am an ex-crossfitter, and literally was being pushed by OT to sign up. 😅
And then I remembered I had a F45 founders deal for 160 here in Hollywood. Saved me money, and sounds like it might be more my speed.
I tried OT, I liked it, but cost per cost F45 seems like its about the same level. Plus, they were the opposite of pushy and that makes me feel much better.
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I’m so sad how little OTF got on your scale, lol. I love love it so much.
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I went to OTF for about 3 months. Coaches were great but no one was really friendly… I ended up leaving because I felt like there weren’t enough abs focused floor exercises (I went 3x weekly and it always seemed to be shoulders/arms). When I went in to cancel, the manager who’d always been really nice got ICE cold. The whole thing was so uncomfortable. She literally ignored me mid sentence as I was leaving to speak to another customer. I was mortified and refused to go back after that for my final month (you have to pay a whole month before your membership actually ends). Never again.
What I don't like about OTF from a sales perspective is that they force you into 2x/week or unlimited visits... when what is healthy is somewhere in between but to make the unlimited economical you have to go 3-5x week pretty regularly. Once you are fit enough to modulate your efforts this can be fine BUT that's not everyone and not beginners for sure. Also (which may be the flavor of the tea) the way they get you to up your membership is with all the challenges throughout the year. You end up having to attend several times in a week AND pay a fee for what is usually a lackluster gift for completing the challenge. Which is not a big deal if you're unlimited, but if you're at 8 classes/month you end up running out of classes, buying extra, or upgrading your membership which is assuredly the point of the challenges, NOT a fitness benefit. So that would be what I would consider the downside from a member perspective... from an employee may be something different.
I think her OTF experience is super negative based on her personal situation and was overshadowed by the REAL experience most of us members have
As an overweight brown girl I've never felt welcomed at barry's. However I am hooked at otf ... but maybe the one I go to is chiller.. who knows
I love these videos. I’m looking for the perfect class for me and these help a lot.
So happy it helped!!
Loved this video!! I'm in Manitoba so Orange theory is the only one here of all the ones you reviewed, but I definitely felt the pushy sales vibe at my free class. If you like boxing you should try 9Rounds, that's my favorite!
I totally understand what you’re saying about orangetheory being used car salesmen because that was definitely my experience when I did the two free classes.
ooo love the video! As a Vancouver girlie you should do all the spin studios (maybe you already have haha). Spin Society, Salted, Ride, SpinCo, YVR Spin, etc. I feel like it would be super cool to compare them all :)
Omg I love OTF! The coaches are wonderful and the vibe is so fun! I just completed 2 months and I’ve never stuck to something for so long until OTF… maybe it’s a club specific thing?
First of all, I love your videos, even though I’m from Brazil and sometimes I have no idea of the places you talk about, haha! I go to a Race BootCamp really similar to what Barry’s sound like, and I just LOVE IT. I don’t like any other gym since I started at it! And the vibe, I got you… The loud music, the dark room, just gives another type of energy… Anyway, love your videos, haha!
"yeah ive cried like 10 times at a soul cycle class, so yeah, i love it"
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Great video, the tequila cameo is also top notch lol
This was the most helpful video I’ve seen from you so far. Thank you!
I go to OTF 2x a week and weight train about 4 times a week, and I really enjoy it. You definitely get back what you put into it.
This is what I do. I do heavy lifting 3-4 days a week, and then OTF only 2 days a week. It has been great for me. But like so many others, my gym is such a great smaller community and it’s so welcoming.
Yes we'd love the tea on Orange theory sis!
A review of the mirror would be awesome! Love the breakdown of each class!
I’m new here and stumbled upon this video. Love your honesty and energy! You made me chuckle a few times 😄
I wholeheartedly agree with your opinion on OTF. They fooled me once but never again!! Also, I never felt a sense of community there either 😝
Love your videos!! I’m more of a solo workout gal, however I would be into HIIT fitness classes as I am pretty competitive in endurance cardio🤗 thank you Keltie!!!👏
Thank you so much! ☺️ these videos are sooo coool and I appreciate the effort you put into! And yes pleaseeeee test she mirror 🪞 workout 😁
My physiotherapist joked that her business boomed when orange theory opened! So many injuries!! I went there for 60 ish classes and I love the treadmill but the ‘free weights’ were awful. We got so rushed through it. You could never do proper form and they said no one can use less then 12lbs weights! That is way too heavy for me! I gained weight compared to when I just did barre and modo yoga and I think it was due to the spike in cortisol!
Love these reviews so much!
I’m seeing my period change after starting orange theory and my weight loss stalled. I reached a new low after stopping orange theory for a week. I think you’re right on with the cortisol.
I am that 46 year old mum of three in the suburbs, dropping into the gym for 45 mins net 4x a week. We are your loving audience too 😂😂😂
Oi I’m 51 and I’m your audience!! 😂 seriously I couldn’t join any of these as a member I like to drop in to shake stuff up But each to their own! Great review 😊
I’ve been to F45 and the only thing that really ruined it for me is they were super pushy to sign up for a membership to the point where I’m pretty sure one trainer hated me when I didn’t sign up with her. She was extremely rude and nasty any time she saw me. All the OTF salesperson tactics you mentioned they tried on me. They literally pull people out of the cool down to push the membership. It might just be that location but it was very off putting. But the workout itself was great and the other trainers were super nice.
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I would like to know the tea because OTF always texts and calls and I’ve never taken a class there yet. I’ve done F45, but hate the small space, feels claustrophobic and like everyone’s looking at you sweating 😂.
Didn’t love the hate for Orange Theory - I get you have your demons with it but not all of live in areas with Barry’s so that’s the best we can get where we live - and I’m 29 so I’m not a 40 year old lol - still love you and your content and watch every week!
OTF was one of the best decisions I've ever made!!!
You should have just skipped OTF if you were so biased.