OrangeTheory Fitness Opens First Fitness Studio in Oregon

Saturday, May 30, 2015

Kemea Smith, GoLocalPDX Contributor

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OrangeTheory Fitness, a fitness studio constructed for time-crunched individuals who enjoy a group workout, opens its first location in Oregon at Greenway Town Center.

“My husband and I initially got hooked on the workout because of the camaraderie and support you get from group fitness sessions, and we’re extremely excited to bring this studio to Tigard,” explains owner Heather Klemm about her and her husband Stefan’s latest business venture together.

OrangeTheory Fitness uses Heart-Rate Based Treadmill Interval Training, Indoor Rowing, and Weight Training Blocks for a fun and fast-paced workout in a group environment.

“The group environment motivates members to pick up the pace and reach beyond plateaus,” says Stefan. “It’s been proven that people who workout in groups stick to their goals more consistently than those who workout alone. We want to encourage members to inspire one another.”

The new fitness concept is backed by the science of Excess Post-exercise Oxygen Consumption (EPOC). Each group member wears a a heart-rate monitor during training. Target heart rates are shown on large screens visible to every group member. Each person is encouraged to keep heart rates in the orange zone, a target zone that quickens metabolism and increases energy.

“We like to call it the ‘Orange Effect’,” explains Heather. “The result is more energy, visible toning and extra calorie burn for up to 36 hours after your workout. We want everyone to enjoy this workout and see the results like we have, and we can’t wait to share it with our community.”

The studio features 12 treadmills, 12 rowing machines, 12 Suspension Unit systems and free weights and benches for classes up to 24 people. There are also lockers and on site staff, as well as separate men’s and women’s restrooms and showers.

Orangetheory Fitness is located at 12268 SW Scholls Ferry Road in Tigard. For more information click HERE or call (503) 782-4888.

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