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Orangetheory Fitness: Ellen Latham

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Ellen Latham would probably have been happy teaching classes at her popular fitness studio in south Florida until she turned ninety. After being fired from her dream job as a spa director, she’d found stability with her own small business, and began developing a workout program that incorporated strength and cardio for all fitness levels. But then, well into her fifties, Ellen was offered an unexpected opportunity for a second act beyond anything she had imagined. With two partners, she grew her workout concept into Orangetheory Fitness, a franchise that today has over 1,500 locations around the world. 

This episode was produced by Alex Cheng, with music by Ramtin Arablouei
Edited by Neva Grant, with research help from Sam Paulson.

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