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Episode 454: Group Fitness Reality Check: Why F45 and Barry's Bootcamp Might Be Sabotaging Your Goals

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Is group fitness helping or hurting your body composition goals? In this Fitness Friday episode on the Habits and Hustle podcast, Liron and I dive into the controversial world of group fitness classes like Orange Theory, Barry's Bootcamp, and F45.

We discuss why these high-intensity classes can spike your appetite, burn out your adrenals, and leave you injured—plus what's actually working in the group fitness space. We also explore the rise of Hyrox as a better alternative to CrossFit, why Pilates shouldn't be your only workout, and the social benefits that keep people coming back despite the drawbacks.

Liron Kayvan founded BFLA in 2019. He’s a NASM Certified Group Fitness Instructor, Personal Trainer, and Transformative Life Coach. Liron has competed in Amateur MMA, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and Rugby and has been a Fitness Coach for over 10 years.

What we discuss:

  • The rise and reality of group fitness popularity

  • Why Barry's Bootcamp can spike cortisol and appetite

  • The "aimless running around" problem in most classes

  • Hyrox vs. CrossFit: A safer group fitness alternative

  • Why Pilates alone won't change your body composition

  • The social benefits that make group fitness worthwhile

  • When group fitness works vs. when it backfires

  • The importance of having specific fitness goals

  • Why "something is better than nothing" still applies

  • How to choose group fitness that actually serves your goals

Thank you to our sponsor:

Therasage: Head over to therasage.com and use code Be Bold for 15% off

TruNiagen: Head over to truniagen.com and use code HUSTLE20 to get $20 off any purchase over $100.

Magic Mind: Head over to www.magicmind.com/jen and use code Jen at checkout.

Air Doctor: Go to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code HUSTLE for up to $300 off and a 3-year warranty on air purifiers.

Bio.me: Link to daily prebiotic fiber here, code Jennifer20 for 20% off.

David: Buy 4, get the 5th free at davidprotein.com/habitsandhustle.

Find more about Liron Kayvan:

Website: https://www.beyondfitnessla.com/

Instagram: @beyondfitnessla

Find more from Jen:

Website: https://www.jennifercohen.com/

Instagram: @therealjencohen

Books: https://www.jennifercohen.com/books

Speaking: https://www.jennifercohen.com/speaking-engagements

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Content provided by Jen Cohen and Habit Nest, Jen Cohen, and Habit Nest. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Jen Cohen and Habit Nest, Jen Cohen, and Habit Nest or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://podcastplayer.com/legal.

Is group fitness helping or hurting your body composition goals? In this Fitness Friday episode on the Habits and Hustle podcast, Liron and I dive into the controversial world of group fitness classes like Orange Theory, Barry's Bootcamp, and F45.

We discuss why these high-intensity classes can spike your appetite, burn out your adrenals, and leave you injured—plus what's actually working in the group fitness space. We also explore the rise of Hyrox as a better alternative to CrossFit, why Pilates shouldn't be your only workout, and the social benefits that keep people coming back despite the drawbacks.

Liron Kayvan founded BFLA in 2019. He’s a NASM Certified Group Fitness Instructor, Personal Trainer, and Transformative Life Coach. Liron has competed in Amateur MMA, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, and Rugby and has been a Fitness Coach for over 10 years.

What we discuss:

  • The rise and reality of group fitness popularity

  • Why Barry's Bootcamp can spike cortisol and appetite

  • The "aimless running around" problem in most classes

  • Hyrox vs. CrossFit: A safer group fitness alternative

  • Why Pilates alone won't change your body composition

  • The social benefits that make group fitness worthwhile

  • When group fitness works vs. when it backfires

  • The importance of having specific fitness goals

  • Why "something is better than nothing" still applies

  • How to choose group fitness that actually serves your goals

Thank you to our sponsor:

Therasage: Head over to therasage.com and use code Be Bold for 15% off

TruNiagen: Head over to truniagen.com and use code HUSTLE20 to get $20 off any purchase over $100.

Magic Mind: Head over to www.magicmind.com/jen and use code Jen at checkout.

Air Doctor: Go to airdoctorpro.com and use promo code HUSTLE for up to $300 off and a 3-year warranty on air purifiers.

Bio.me: Link to daily prebiotic fiber here, code Jennifer20 for 20% off.

David: Buy 4, get the 5th free at davidprotein.com/habitsandhustle.

Find more about Liron Kayvan:

Website: https://www.beyondfitnessla.com/

Instagram: @beyondfitnessla

Find more from Jen:

Website: https://www.jennifercohen.com/

Instagram: @therealjencohen

Books: https://www.jennifercohen.com/books

Speaking: https://www.jennifercohen.com/speaking-engagements

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