“Sitting disease." You’ve likely heard this term used in recent years. It’s a term used to describe the health risks associated with being sedentary, or sitting—think couch potato or compulsive video gamers— for long periods of time. And it can lead to many chronic diseases, including obesity, heart disease, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, stroke, type 2 diabetes, and certain cancers.
The solution? Get off your chair or couch and get moving. It’s that simple—and that difficult.
For many people, especially those who haven’t been physically active for a while, the thought of starting an exercise routine can be a little scary. Others have joined fitness centers in the past, dropping out after only a short time for a variety of reasons.
Whatever your fitness level, general health or age, Orangetheory Fitness offers workouts for everyone—and unlike many of their competitors—they want their clients’ journey to be enjoyable as well.
“The beauty of Orangetheory is the workout is for everyone,” said Kat Toahty, studio manager of the newly opened Orangetheory Fitness studio at 10600 S. Pennsylvania Ave., in Oklahoma City. “The hour is just for you! Everyone has to start somewhere, and our coaches are trained and certified to address and assist all fitness levels.
“We just want you to be the best version of yourself. We will work with you to get you to accomplish and crush your goals.”
Kat encourages those considering joining a fitness center to involve the whole family or a friend, as a little companionship (and maybe a little competition) can be motivational. Children 14 and up, accompanied by a parent, are eligible for membership. There’s no cap on the upper age range.
Of course, those (of any age) under the care of a physician are encouraged to check first with them before starting any new exercise regime, Kat said.
“However,” she added, “our coaches are trained to accommodate any and all orthopedic needs through safe modifications throughout the entire workout. It's like having a personal trainer without paying for one!”
Orangetheory Fitness offers so much more than just a workout space; it’s an inclusive community that celebrates one another’s successes, Kat says.
“Group fitness at Orangetheory is like buried treasure,” she elaborated. “You’re supported from the second you start—not just by staff and coaches, but by your peers as well.
“It’s an inviting environment. If you have never set foot in a gym or programs, we aim to bring down anxiety and make you comfortable during your experience. The amount of local success stories from weight loss, to staying healthy while fighting cancer, to becoming stronger and learning what healthy is are just a few of the things our members could tell you they have found while in their Orangetheory Fitness journey.”
“We welcome everyone to the newest Orangetheory Fitness studio in the OKC metro,” Kat said, noting that the first class is free for new clients.
“We aim to continue to enforce healthy habits through movement and gaining strength; but most importantly, gaining confidence along the way. Orangetheory is definitely different in that it's an experience and more than a workout; come take a free class and see what the hype is all about!”
Cleveland County City Lifestyle readers are invited to check out Orangetheory Fitness’s newest location in OKC or the studio at 825 SW 19th St. in Moore; phone 405.876.7178 (OKC), 405.703.5259 (Moore).