Under The Orange Lights

Coach Eugene and Coach Lamara are turning up the heat one last time for the final All Out Mayhem recap, and joining them from sunny Miami, Florida is the one and only Coach Matt — aka @Fitt4All! 🔥

Known for his high-energy coaching style and inspiring fitness content, Coach Matt brings that South Florida flavor to this episode as we break down the madness, the mayhem, and the motivation.

We dive into how the final All Out M...

Yo! Coach Eugene is takin’ you back to the final 3 days of All Out Mayhem and it’s straight-up fire! We’re talkin’ Freeze Tag, Leap Frog, and the ultimate throwback challenge — Flag Frenzy. It’s like PE class in the '90s but with way more sweat and way less dodgeball trauma. 😅

We’re gettin’ into the nitty-gritty of these wild workouts, droppin’ tips to keep your form fly and your energy maxed. Whether you’re crushin' it on ...

Coach Lamara is bringing the mad energy in this totally rad Burn Session! We’re throwing it back with some Mayhem madness featuring two epic workouts: The Weight Floor is Lava and Musical Chairs. It’s all about staying light on your feet, moving with purpose, and keeping that fire lit 🔥.#TheFloorIsLava #MusicalChairsOTF #AllOutMayhem #CoachLamara #UnderTheOrangeLights #OrangetheoryFitness #90sVibesOnly #BurnSession #PowerMoves #Le...

Burn Session: Mayhem Moments & Milestones
Coach Eugene hints on the first 2 All Out Mayhem workouts including Red Light Green Light and Red Rower. Plus, big shoutouts to Coach Lamara on her 10-year OTF anniversary at OTF and Coach Jesse Milleson for hitting 10,000 workouts coached! 🎉

#AllOutMayhem #BurnSession #OTFStrong #CoachMilestones #RedRower #RedLightGreenLight #UnderTheOrangeLights #OrangetheoryFitness

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Strap in and grab your rower handle—this episode of Under the Orange Lights is all about power, pace, and performance on the rower. Coach Eugene and Coach Lamara welcome a true legend in the Orangetheory community: social media influencer, rowing expert, and OTF Coach Austin Hendrickson, better known as Training Tall.

Austin shares his top strategies for crushing the 500m and 1000m Benchmark Rows, breaks d...

In this mysterious and thought-provoking episode of Under the Orange Lights, Coach Lamara throws Coach Eugene a curveball—he doesn’t know the topic going in. What unfolds is a real, honest, and often funny conversation about what it means to win—and more importantly, what it means when you don’t.

Is winning everything? Do we need to come in first to feel accomplished? How do we handle the sting of defeat or the weight of unmet goals...

FOLLOW OUR PODCAST - Coach Eugene and Coach Lamara are back with a full rundown of everything happening at Orangetheory Fitness in May — and it’s shaping up to be one of the most exciting months yet! 💥

We kick things off by breaking down the brand-new 1,000m Row Benchmark—get ready to test your endurance and pacing strategy. Then we dive into the 5x5 Strength Workout, where smart, strong lifting is the name of the game. And of cour...

Becoming Not Fat - with Andrew Coleman Smith

In this powerful and refreshingly honest episode of Under the Orange Lights, Coach Lamara and Coach Eugene sit down with Andrew Coleman Smith—YouTuber, content creator, and the inspiring human behind the documentary “Becoming Not Fat.”

Andrew opens up about his personal transformation, the emotional highs and lows of weight loss, and what it truly means to reclaim your health, your life an...

In this energizing episode of Under the Orange Lights, Coach Lamara welcomes the incredible Coach Jean—an 8-year Orangetheory veteran, former Division 1 high jumper at Indiana University, mom of three, ultra runner, and a coaching force in Bloomington, Indiana.

With spring breaking and running season in full swing across the Midwest, Coach Jean shares how Orangetheory Fitness is her secret weapon for dominating both road and trail r...

In this quick-hit Burn Session, Coach Eugene checks in with some first-time DriTri participants and new Team DriTri competitors to hear how they’re feeling, what surprised them, and what they’ve learned from tackling one of Orangetheory’s toughest challenges.

THANKYOU: Presley, Amy, Wendy, Coach Rachel, Brittney, and Nicole!!

Whether it’s going solo or teaming up, these members share raw, honest reflections on nerves, prepara...

What music do you want to hear in your OTF workout? Comment now!

In this beat-pumping episode of Under the Orange Lights, Coach Eugene is joined by special guest DJ EM, one of the top DJs featured on FitRadio, the official music app of Orangetheory Fitness. 🎵

Together, they dive into the power of music—how it can boost motivation, elevate performance, and push you through even the toughest workouts.

You’ll hear:
🎧 DJ EM’s...

In this special episode of Under the Orange Lights, Coach Lamara takes the mic with guest Coach Jean from Bloomington, Indiana to talk all things biking at Orangetheory Fitness! This episode is packed with insight, tips, and motivation to help you thrive on the bike.

Coach Jean shares her passion for biking, how she supports members who ride, and what makes the OTF bike experience unique.

From proper bike setup and posture to workou...

Enjoy this Burn Session with Coach Eugene and Coach Lamara. They break down the killer lineup of April workouts at Orangetheory Fitness—including the debut of the all-new Row 50. That’s right—a full 50-minute rowing format designed to test your strength, stamina, and sanity. 😱🚣‍♀️

You’ll hear:
🔥 Row 50 Breakdown – Tips for surviving this grueling, full-class row session where it’s just you, the rower, and 50 minutes of nonstop met...

High-energy episode of Under the Orange Lights, Coach Eugene is joined by special guest Coach Dee Dee—a former D1 softball player at The Ohio State University and one of OTF’s most motivational and encouraging coaches.

Together, they dive deep into the mindset of motivation—both internal and external—and how to keep pushing forward, even when challenges push back.

You’ll hear:

💡 Dee Dee’s personal stories of resilience from her ...

In this Burn episode of Under the Orange Lights, Coach Lamara breaks down one of Orangetheory’s most exciting and competitive specialty workouts—Capture the Flag! 🟢🟠🔴

🔥 This partner-based team challenge is all about rowing as far as possible with your squad to claim victory.

In this episode, you’ll learn:
🚩 How the workout is structured and what makes it a thrilling twist on traditional rowing blocks.
💥 Winning strate...

In this solo episode of Under the Orange Lights, Coach Eugene takes a climb into the power of powerwalking and why it deserves a spot in your fitness routine—especially during treadmill workouts at Orangetheory Fitness.

You’ll learn why powerwalking is more than just a low-impact alternative to running. It’s a calorie-torching, strength-building, and endurance-boosting powerhouse.

Eugene breaks down the science-backed benefits, incl...

Coach Eugene and Coach Lamara welcome special guest Coach Regan from Wichita, Kansas! Regan’s passion for Orangetheory, her members, and the power of family and community shines through as we dive into what makes OTF so special.

We also take a deep deep detailed dive into all four DriTri formats—breaking down strategies for:
🏃 Full DriTri – The ultimate test of endurance and strength
⚡ Sprint DriTri – A fast and furious chall...

It’s time to conquer the 2000m Benchmark Row! In this quick Burn Session, Coach Lamara breaks down the technical, masterful, yet simple approach to rowing efficiently and powerfully.

Whether you’re aiming to set a new personal record (PR) or just want to improve your endurance, she lays out the key strategies to help you row smarter, not harder.

From pacing and stroke rate to breathing and form, this episode will give you the confid...

In this episode of Under the Orange Lights, we break down the three key training modalities that drive every Orangetheory Fitness workout—Endurance, Strength, and Power.

Ever wondered why some days focus on long pushes, others on heavy weights, and some on explosive movements? We’re diving into the science behind these training styles, how they benefit your body, and how you can maximize your results in the Orange Zone.

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