In this episode, we learn about Orangetheory from Coach Anna Eller! Anna entered fitness through her dance career, which includes dancing professionally for the Detroit Pistons. More recently, she has been Head Trainer at the Orangetheory studio in Detroit, MI, which is how we met. We discuss what Orangetheory is, the benefits of heart rate training, and advice for beginners. We also discuss her new role at a different Orangetheory studio in Ann Arbor, MI.

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Timestamps:

[00:00] Introduction

[04:45] What is Orangetheory?

[05:53] Heart rate training and zones

[08:04] Coach Anna's fitness story and career

[14:28] Functional strength, longevity, and "more life"

[16:50] Orangetheory workout structure and style

[18:17] Getting started with Orangetheory

[20:26] Community and experience

[22:58] Rest days

[26:22] OT benchmarks and signature workouts

[29:16] Advice for beginners

[31:20] Support systems

[34:55] Health outside the gym

[37:46] How Anna and Anthony include Orangetheory workouts in their routine

[40:28] Advice for aspiring coaches and trainers

[43:28] How Anna stays up to date

[44:43] Anna's future as a coach

[46:04] Final words from Coach Anna

[46:33] Conclusion

[47:33] Lastly...