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Editorial Policy

How we research, write, review, and publish content on OTF Insider.

Our Mission

OTF Insider helps Orangetheory Fitness members get more out of their workouts. We publish daily workout previews, monthly calendars, training guides, and gear reviews — all written by active OTF members, reviewed by our team before publication.

Sources & Research

Daily workout intel comes from community sources including the r/orangetheory subreddit, member submissions, and firsthand attendance at classes. Our team cross-references multiple sources before publishing to verify accuracy.

For training guides (heart rate, benchmarks, gear), we reference peer-reviewed fitness research, manufacturer specs, and our own experience training in Orangetheory classes for years.

Human Review Process

Every piece of content on OTF Insider is reviewed by a human editor before publication. Our process:

  1. Draft — Initial content is drafted based on source material (community posts, research, firsthand experience).
  2. Structure check — We verify the workout blocks, times, and exercises match the source.
  3. Fact check — We cross-reference with other sources or attend the class ourselves when possible.
  4. Editorial review — A human editor reviews tone, accuracy, and clarity.
  5. Publish — Content goes live with a preview, structured blocks, and editorial notes.

Use of AI in Our Workflow

We use AI tools (including Claude by Anthropic) to assist with parsing and structuring raw workout text from source material into consistent, readable formats. AI-assisted content is always reviewed and edited by a human before publication.

Sections marked “Things to Consider” are generated as general observations and clearly labeled as AI-assisted with a disclaimer. These are not medical or training advice — always consult your coach and physician.

Corrections & Updates

If we make an error, we correct it as soon as it's identified. Significant corrections are noted at the top of the affected article. You can report errors via our feedback form.

Affiliate & Advertising Disclosure

Some links on OTF Insider are affiliate links, meaning we may earn a commission if you purchase through them at no extra cost to you. We only recommend products we've used ourselves or believe provide genuine value to the OTF community.

We display advertising through Google AdSense. Ad content is automated and does not reflect our editorial opinions or endorsements. We do not accept payment for editorial content.

Independence from Orangetheory Fitness

OTF Insider is an independent fan site and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Orangetheory Fitness or Ultimate Fitness Group LLC. Orangetheory®, Orange 60®, and related trademarks are property of their respective owners.

We may disagree with Orangetheory's corporate decisions and will report on them objectively. Our goal is to serve the member community, not corporate interests.

Contact

Questions about our editorial process? Report an error? Email us:

editorial@otfinsider.com