If you know what Orangetheory is, you're probably assuming Catalyst's model is exactly the same. But that's not the case. The difference is that Orangetheory is a franchise. In the fitness industry, good franchises can work. But their model must be efficient and generalized, not prescriptive. 

Catalyst isn't a franchise. 

In today's episode, Chris Cooper explains why Catalyst's personalized prescriptive model is more effective for individuals than a large franchise model. He also touches more on the importance of having prescribed workouts from a coach who knows you, and how heart rate and zone training plays into this. 

Find out more at https://catalystgym.com/

00:50 What is Orangetheory?

01:14 The key to a good franchise

02:34 The prescriptive model

06:04 The importance of changing your prescription when needed