Your Guide to Spring Cleaning and Decluttering
Spring is in the air! Explore these articles from Experience Life‘s experts, authors, and staff to inspire you to clean out this year while minimizing your exposure to chemicals while keeping your home toxin and clutter free.
How Do Amino Acids Support Muscle Health?
Amino acids are essential to muscle growth and function. Discover the best food sources and when a supplement may be necessary.
4 Moves You’ll See in Warrior Sculpt
What to expect in this fast-paced class that blends yoga, cardio, and strength training into one challenging workout.
Expert Answers: How Long Should I Stay in the Sauna?
Guidelines to keep both seasoned users and those who are new to saunas safe.
Grab a Guest: It’s Time to Go to the Club!
How you can include your friends and family in your Life Time athletic country club experience.
This Is Your Body on Caffeine
The caffeine you’re imbibing may not be working the way you think it is. Here’s what happens when you down a caffeinated drink and your body gets hit with the jolt.
Supplements to Support Your Efforts in Your Favorite Fitness Classes
Pairing these expert-recommended supplements with your go-to Life Time workout class can aid your body’s recovery.
Easy Meal Prep: How to Use Cooked Chicken in Component Cooking
Elevate your nutrition and simplify meal prep with precooked chicken.
PUMPING IRONY: Life in the Slow Lane
While researchers hunt for the causes of age-related mobility issues as a way to address Parkinson’s and other diseases, I find myself embracing a mindful slowness.
How to Do the Goblet March
This low-impact move challenges your balance while strengthening your grip, core, hips, and back.
Smoked Salmon Salad
This picnic-worthy dish, made with hot-smoked salmon, fresh dill, and capers, pairs perfectly with hearty crackers or served on a bed of fresh greens.
5 Tips for Finding High-Quality Mushroom Supplements
The way mushrooms are cultivated affects their quality, so finding good mushroom supplements can be a challenge. Keep these five things in mind when you’re shopping.
Start Spreading the News: Life Time Pickleball Has Arrived in New York City
A tennis legend and four top-rated pickleball pros help break in the new pickleball courts at Life Time at PENN 1.
How Does Creatine Support Muscle Health?
Creatine, a type of amino acid, is essential for muscle health. Discover top food sources and when a supplement may be necessary.
Do We Really Slow Down As We Age?
Studies of elite masters endurance athletes indicate it may not be age that slows us down but rather a drop in physical activity.
Can Chiropractic Care Help With Exercise Recovery?
A licensed LifeClinic chiropractor explains the role of this type of treatment in the recovery process.
Expert Q&A: How Cupping Can Alleviate Tension and Pain
Two massage therapists outline the benefits of this ancient therapeutic technique.
What Are the Health Benefits of Turkey Tail Mushrooms?
Learn more about the powerful medicinal effects of turkey tail mushrooms and how to incorporate them into your diet.
Discover How Play Can Improve Your Mental Health
Explore how adopting a more playful attitude toward life can boost your mental health.
4 Ingredients for Healthier Hair
LifeSpa hairstylists share their favorite haircare ingredients to nourish your locks and combat common woes.
Origin Stories
Experience Life‘s editor in chief reflects on her rural upbringing and how growing up on a family farm allows her to feel more connected to — and appreciative of — the food she eats.
The Lessons Our Moms Teach Us
The cofounder of Life Time’s ARORA program reflects on the lasting influence her mom has had on who she is and continues to strive to be.
An Indigenous Woman’s Journey to Decolonize Her Diet
In this personal narrative, Kate Nelson, an Alaska Native (Tlingit), shares her journey to decolonize her plate and heal her relationship with food.
The Healing Power of Birdsong
If feeling low is for the birds, maybe it’s only right that our feathered friends can also lift our spirits.
Environmental Working Group (EWG) Releases 2024 “Dirty Dozen” and “Clean Fifteen” Lists
Here are the most contaminated — and cleanest — fruits and veggies.
How Does Potassium Support Muscle Health?
Potassium, an electrolyte, helps maintain a healthy balance of fluids in our muscle cells.
What Is Pilates — and What Are the Benefits of Pilates?
A Pilates expert shares the principles behind this exercise modality and the top benefits of adding it to your routine.
Bake It Till You Make It: Dayna Altman’s Success Story
A nationally recognized mental health advocate uses baking and food to make tough conversations more palatable.
Herby Chicken Salad
This mayo-free recipe features Greek yogurt, fresh herbs, red grapes, and walnuts, offering a fresh and healthy twist on a classic picnic dish.
Sip, Savor, and Enjoy! 6 Refreshing Mocktails
Try these ready-to-drink mocktails at your next gathering or for a relaxing evening at home.
How to Keep Your Pantry Decluttered and Organized
Streamline your space with these expert organizational tips.
Medicinal Mushroom Broth
This nourishing anti-inflammatory recipe includes reishi, turkey tail, maitake, and shiitake mushrooms.
PUMPING IRONY: A Lucky Move
A retired neighbor’s recent downsizing highlights an increasingly rare real estate win at a time when the vast majority of seniors are facing a serious housing crisis.
New Therapies for Prostate Issues
Recent studies have revealed the possible causes of CP/CPPS, along with a variety of treatments.
9 Tips for Scheduling — and Actually Enjoying — Family Meals
For hectic families, enjoying a meal together may feel like a luxury. These tips can help make the dream a reality.
How Do Probiotics and Prebiotics Support Muscle Health?
Learn how probiotics and prebiotics maintain a balanced gut microbiome, which supports your muscle health.
Tofu “Egg” Salad
This vegan, mayo-free “egg” salad can be served on your favorite sourdough bread or as a filling for lettuce wraps.
Why Supplement With a Greens Powder?
Healthy-Living Gifts Any Mom Is Sure to Love
Simplify Mother’s Day shopping with these gift ideas curated to support health.
What Are the Key Factors That Influence Your Calorie Needs?
Age, body composition, physical size, and physical activity are four things to consider as you assess your individual caloric needs.
How to Optimize Your Kidneys’ Natural Detoxification Process
Learn more about the vital role your kidneys play in detoxification — and how you can support them.
How to Declutter Your Kitchen Table or Kitchen Island
Feng Shui experts offer strategies to declutter your kitchen table or island and create space to cook nutritious meals.
Easy Meal Prep: How to Start Component Cooking
Bring more convenience, ease, and variety to mealtime with this batch-cooking method favored by foodies.
In Harmony With Food
Bahram Akradi, CEO and founder of Life Time, shares his thoughts on the importance of food, from its nutritional value to its role in fostering social connections.
SOMETHING SIMPLE: Sheet Pan Egg-in-a-Hole
This convenient and family-friendly breakfast is a breeze to whip up, even on a busy morning.
9 Must-Try Grilled Fruit and Vegetable Recipes
Embrace the versatility of the grill at your next meal! Think beyond traditional grilled meat options with this collection of plant-forward recipes.
The Problem With Using the RICE Protocol to Treat a Soft Tissue Injury
Some think the RICE protocol — rest, ice, compression, and elevation — is an outdated way to handle injuries. Here’s how to use a little PEACE and LOVE for recovery.
PUMING IRONY: When the Pills Are the Problem
Struggling with some annoying side effects of my meds, I’m heartened by new research showing the salutary results of “deprescribing” a popular drug among seniors.
The 7 Types of Rest
If you’re feeling run-down, you might be deficient in one of the seven types of rest. Learn how you can recharge your physical, mental, emotional, creative, social, sensory, and spiritual self.
How to Optimize Your Skin’s Natural Detoxification Process
Learn more about the vital role your skin plays in detoxification — and how you can support it.
Gluten-Free Pasta Salad
Made with chickpea pasta, this high-protein salad combines a variety of veggies — including cucumbers, tomatoes, and red onion — with feta cheese and a tangy Greek-inspired dressing.
What to Eat for Strong Muscles
You need protein and more to get and stay strong. These essential nutrients can support your muscles now and for the long haul.
How Do I Know If it’s Safe to Exercise Outside?
Wildfires, smog, and other environmental issues can cause poor air quality. Consider these four factors when contemplating an outdoor workout.
Berry Protein Shake
Enjoy this creamy, protein-rich berry smoothie that will help you stay energized throughout your day.
Expert Answers: How Do I Minimize the Impact of Hitting the Outside of My Shoe on the Ground When I’m Running?
If posterior striking is one of your running challenges, these four strength exercises can make your body more resilient to the impact.
The Health Benefits of Creatine
Many supplements claim to make you stronger and fitter. This one actually does.
ONE HEALTHY HABIT: How to Eat More Vegetables
In this month’s challenge, improve your gut microbiome and boost overall health by consuming more veggies and herbs.
How to Optimize Your Liver’s Natural Detoxification Process
Learn more about the vital role your liver plays in detoxification — and how you can support it.
What Is Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)?
The gold standard in psychotherapy, CBT can help with a range of mental disorders, including anxiety, obsessive–compulsive disorder, depression, addiction, insomnia, and PTSD.
5 Mobility and Strength Moves to Prepare You for Golf Season
These exercises can help prevent injury and optimize your performance on the course.
How to Declutter Your Medicine Cabinet
Feng Shui experts offer strategies to organize your medicine cabinet.
The Health Benefits of Medicinal Mushrooms
Fungi have been used as medicine for thousands of years. Discover six varieties and their many health benefits.
Bone Broth Mulligatawny Soup
This Indian-inspired soup combines chicken, warming spices, and coconut milk to create a comforting soup that will help support your gut health.
How to Balance Your Hormones as You Age
Supplementing with exogenous hormones — think testosterone, estrogen, and progesterone — for age-related concerns has become commonplace. Here’s what to know about hormone therapies and their broader effects on health.
Chef Justin Sutherland on Food, Culture, and the Importance of Community
The chef, TV host, and cookbook author dishes on deepening our connections and celebrating food culture.
5 Picnic Salad Recipes
Made with good-for-you ingredients and full of flavor, these side dishes are perfect for your next alfresco affair.
How to Optimize Your GI System’s Natural Detoxification Process
Learn more about the vital role your gastrointestinal system plays in detoxification — and how you can support it.
PUMPING IRONY: Boomers on a Binge
Alcohol-related deaths have been rising at an alarming rate among American seniors, who may be unaware of the risks. And while some countries are taking steps to curb consumption, U.S. regulators seem perfectly comfortable with the status quo.
8 Yoga Poses to Help Digestion
Stretch, twist, and breathe your way to better digestion with this restorative flow.
DIGIN: A 5-Step Functional-Medicine Protocol to Treat Digestive Disorders
This framework can help simplify the process of diagnosing and treating complex digestive disorders.
3 Adaptogens That Can Improve Your Skin Health
Licensed estheticians share a few of the natural, adaptogenic ingredients they look for in skincare products.
Quinoa Bowls With Herby Yogurt Dressing
This quinoa bowl with roasted veggies is drizzled with an herbaceous, probiotic-rich yogurt dressing that will nourish your gut health.
Morning Movement
The benefits of moving first thing in the morning are vast and varied. Our fitness editor shares a routine that works for her.
Behind the Scenes With Justin Sutherland (Video)
Go behind the scenes of our cover shoot with chef and cookbook author Justin Sutherland and listen to him talk about food, culture, and community.
Why Escalating Density Training?
Can I Make It Safer to Do an Outdoor Workout on a High-Pollution Day?
Here are several ways to protect yourself if you decide to take your workout outside.
How to Declutter Your Home-Office Desk
Feng Shui experts offer strategies to declutter your desk and create a productive space.
Maple Vanilla Millet Porridge
This lightly sweetened treat features prebiotic-rich millet and is made with oat milk, a touch of maple syrup, and fresh strawberries.
The Untold Story of Women’s Strength
The new book Strong Like Her delves into the history of the women who defied convention in pursuit of physical strength — and shares the stories of some of today’s most awe-inspiring athletes.
THC as Medicine?
Many health conditions, such as chronic pain, glaucoma, and Alzheimer’s disease, respond well to THC-rich medical cannabis.
PUMPING IRONY: Molars and Mood
Can poor oral health lead to anxiety, depression, and other psychological disorders? Recent research provides some clues, but nothing to really worry about. Maybe.
How to Optimize Your Lungs’ Natural Detoxification Process
Learn more about the vital role your lungs play in detoxification — and how you can support them.
Does Exercising Outdoors on a High-Pollution Day Negate the Benefits of Exercise?
It’s complicated. Here’s why.
How Conventional Farming Practices Harm the Soil
Widespread farming practices like monoculture planting and the use of chemical fertilizers have a detrimental effect on soil health.
Why Do People Have Differing Detox Capacities?
Genetics, environment, and nutrition can all affect an individual’s ability to detox. Learn more.
5 Ways to Improve Your Pickleball Game
Pickleball pros Ben and Collin Johns teach a handful of skills that can transform your play.
Go-To Recovery Methods for Pickleball Players
A pickleball pro shares guidance for supporting your body and maintaining its readiness to hit the court.
Shaved Asparagus and Brussels Sprouts Salad With Kefir Ranch Dressing
Nourish your gut health with this salad featuring asparagus, Brussels sprouts, and cashews tossed in a probiotic-rich dressing.
How to Declutter Your Nightstand
Feng Shui experts offer strategies to declutter your nightstand and contribute to a better night’s rest.
Where Do You Wobble?
Our fitness editor explores what it means to face moments of imbalance head-on — in movement and in life.
Lemon Ricotta Protein Pasta
Featuring chickpea pasta, tofu, and grated Parmesan, this dish is enriched with creamy ricotta, zesty lemon, and fresh spinach. Top with basil, chives, and black pepper for an extra pop of flavor.
Step Inside: Life Time Atlantic Avenue
New York City ushers in another athletic country club.
11 Healthier Desserts
From cookies to crème brûlée, and fruit crisp to vegan cheesecake, explore a variety of wholesome dessert recipes to treat yourself.
Step Inside: Life Time Chanhassen Pickleball
Grab your paddle and bring your next game to Life Time’s first ground-up pickleball-only facility in its home state of Minnesota.
The Problem With Delta-8 THC
Both the CDC and the FDA have issued warnings about products containing delta-8 THC. Learn why.
5 Stretches to Promote Recovery and Stress Relief
A stretch specialist demonstrates a few moves that can relieve muscle tension and counter stress.
PUMPING IRONY: Big Pharma and the Vanishing Pharmacy
Major drugstore chains are shuttering their outlets at an alarming rate, making it harder for seniors to get their prescriptions. Eli Lilly’s new direct-to-consumer drug service may make matters even worse.
7 Advantages of a Health Club Membership as an Employee Perk
Plus, how this incentive could benefit your company as well.
Wild Salmon Cakes With Kimchi Tartar Sauce
These salmon cakes are topped with a probiotic-rich tartar sauce — made with Greek yogurt and kimchi — to nourish your gut health.
Why Whey Protein?
The Big Pickle in the Big Apple: Life Time is Bringing More Indoor Pickleball to Manhattan
The ever-growing sport of pickleball is taking hold in the city that never sleeps.
Chocolate Malt Protein Shake
Featuring 33 grams of protein.
7 Ways to Find Food From Good Soil
Some food and farm activists want to see an official “soil health” label — much like the federally regulated organic label — but for now, nothing like this exists to guide consumers. Finding food grown in good soil requires some detective work. Experts offer these clues.
Vegan Buffalo Tofu Bowl
Enjoy this plant-based bowl featuring crispy and spicy tofu, quinoa and a creamy avocado ranch dressing. With 30 grams of protein, it’s a satisfying meal that will keep you fueled for hours.
PUMPING IRONY: Upon Further Review … New Questions on Aspirin Use
In another blow to conventional wisdom, recent research is challenging the long-held belief that a low-dose aspirin regimen may protect healthy seniors from heart attacks and strokes.
Toward a World With Less Plastic
Read a short overview of the UN Environment Programme’s ambitious plan to reduce plastic pollution by 80 percent by 2040.
What Is Rucking? Tips to Getting Started
Learn how adding a weighted pack (known as a rucksack) can elevate the strength and endurance effects of your daily walk.
A Clearer View of Heart Disease
The coronary artery calcium (CAC) scan can offer a better picture of who should actually take statins. Here’s why.
Plant-Based Pozole
Sautéed mushrooms, hominy, and vegetable stock create the base for this flavorful and satisfying twist on traditional Mexican pozole.
6 Single-Use Products to Replace
It’s time to start replacing those single-use products. Here are some sustainable swaps.
A Nasal Breathing Strength-and-Conditioning Workout
Learn how to harness the power of nasal diaphragmatic breathing with this body-weight strength-and-conditioning flow.
5 Moves You’ll See in Life Barre
A Life Time barre instructor demonstrates common exercises you’ll perform in Life Barre classes.
5 Recipes for a Happy, Healthy Gut
Try these nutritious dishes to heal your gut lining and support your microbiome.
How to Support Your Body’s Natural Detox Organs
The body already knows how to clear toxins — but you can give your detoxification system a helping hand. Here’s how.
4 Easy Decluttering Projects
Clutter affects our mental and physical well-being. Focus on these high-traffic areas to maximize space and minimize stress.
The Art of Swedish Death Cleaning
This life-affirming practice can start at any adult age — and help your possessions live on in a meaningful, thoughtful way.
Enhance Your Running Performance With Nasal Breathing
Nasal breathing is an efficient way to circulate oxygen through your body during a run. Master the technique with these three expert tips.
How Rebecca Walcott Discovered Wellness Through D.TOX
When her energy flagged, one woman learned how to fuel her body more efficiently by participating in a detox program.
What Treating a Migraine With Botox Means for Upper-Body Strength
Can Botox treatments for migraine headaches cause weakness in trapezius muscles? We ask the experts.
ONE HEALTHY HABIT: Cut Your Sugar Consumption
This month’s challenge offers strategies to curb sugar cravings.
What Are the Benefits of L-Theanine?
This amino acid can mitigate the effects of stress in several ways, according to research. Here’s how.
7 Supplements for Healthy Aging
A Life Time dietitian shares the top supplements recommended for older adults.
The Rise of Adult ADHD
The number of adults diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder is growing more than four times faster than diagnoses among children. What’s behind this trend — and what are the latest treatments?
PUMPING IRONY: The New Youth Pill
While the longevity industry touts an obscure generic drug as the latest antiaging panacea, even some of its disciples are counseling caution.
6 Tips for Creating a Sustainable Yard
Keystone plants, vermicomposting, and no-till gardening are just some of the ways you can create a sustainable outdoor space.
5 of the Most Potent Phytocannabinoids
Found in the cannabis plant, phytocannabinoids have natural healing capabilities. Learn what researchers are learning about CBD, CBG, CBN, CBC, and CBDA.
Tofu Tinga Burritos With Avocado and Queso Fresco
This innovative twist on the classic burrito combines spiced tofu, creamy avocado, and crumbly queso fresco.
What to Do When a Loved One Posts Misinformation
Misinformation is all around us, even in our social circles. Learn how to respond to it without losing your cool.
Why Is Colon Cancer on the Rise Among Younger Adults?
Cases of colorectal cancer are declining among those over 50, but the disease is becoming more prevalent among younger Americans. Prominent functional-medicine physician Gregory Plotnikoff discusses the trend — and offers preventive measures we can all take.
The Female-Athlete Research Gap
A Q&A with health journalist Christine Yu on the lack of research on female athletes.
How to Share a Difficult Diagnosis
The decision to disclose an illness to others is often a complicated one. This guidance can help you share the news your way.
PUMPING IRONY: Broken Homes
The sudden closure of a Pennsylvania nursing home highlights the postpandemic challenges facing an increasingly troubled industry.
9 Tips to Use Less Water in the Kitchen
Try these simple tips to reduce water usage in your kitchen.
Cauliflower “Ceviche” With Pineapple Habanero Salsa
This vegan twist on seafood ceviche pairs marinated cauliflower with a spicy-sweet salsa.
How Do I Know If It’s Time to Seek Therapy?
If you’re experiencing one of these five life events, you might consider seeing a therapist.
Just Keep Moving: 5 Tips for Easing Back Into Fitness After Surgery
An ARORA-certified Dynamic Personal Trainer offers recommendations for safely returning to exercise.
Step Inside: Life Time Westlake
Texas welcomes its newest athletic country club.
The Strength Within
Jamie Martin, Experience Life‘s editor in chief, on how health and wellness practices can nurture and support resilience.
Buckwheat Cacao Pancakes With Raspberry Compote
This brain-supportive recipe from Eat to Beat Depression and Anxiety, by Drew Ramsey, MD, offers satisfying flavor and abundant nutrients.
What Is Heart Coherence?
The “heart-brain” affects the way we communicate and relate to those around us. Here’s why.
PUMPING IRONY: Dementia, Redefined
The Alzheimer’s Association and its Big Pharma allies are working behind the scenes to promote a plan that could vastly increase dementia diagnoses — and, not coincidentally, the demand for drugs that provide little relief.
How to Use Visualization to Reach Your Fitness Goals
Visualization is a powerful tool for reaching your fitness and sport goals. But what exactly should you be visualizing?
3 Common Myths About Nutrition for Older Adults
A Life Time registered dietitian busts a few misconceptions about healthy nutrition as you age.
The Only Salsa You’ll Ever Need
Create the perfect homemade salsa in just 20 minutes with a handful of ingredients, including guajillo chiles, tomatillos, and Roma tomatoes.
You Do Not Need to Be Fixed
The case for focusing more on what is working instead of what isn’t.
How to Eat 30 Grams of Protein at Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
Eating 30 grams of protein per meal is a target to aim for to help steady blood sugar, support energy, and keep you feeling satiated. Use these high-protein recipes to reach that goal.
How to Detox Your Colon — Naturally
Discover the power of seven specific foods that play a crucial role in supporting your colon’s natural detoxification process, effectively reducing toxic overload.
6 Tips to Work Out While Fasting
Here’s how to stay strong and energized while refraining from food and drink.
Which Cardio Class Is Right for Me?
A breakdown of the five cardio classes offered at Life Time and what you can expect in each format.
Lindsay Karp on Living With Multiple Sclerosis
A woman with MS shares how she’s learning to love life — and her body — after her diagnosis.
Meet the New Phytocannabinoids
Go beyond CBD to explore other phytocannabinoids that can help you deal with anxiety, stress, inflammation, insomnia, PTSD, depression, and more.
Black Bean and Roasted Poblano Tacos
Take your black-bean taco game to a whole new level by adding homemade pickled slaw and zesty tomatillo salsa.
In the News: Tennis Legend Andre Agassi Joins Life Time’s Pickleball and Tennis Board as the Inaugural Chair
The multi-Grand Slam winner and Olympian is committed to the mission of elevating Life Time’s racquet sport programming and community across the country.
Which Barre Class Is Right for Me?
A breakdown of the four barre classes offered at Life Time and what you can expect in each one.
How Soil Health Is Connected to Human Health — and So Much More
You may not be able to see them, but the microorganisms in the soil have a major impact on human nutrition and health.
PUMPING IRONY: Junk Food Jeopardy
Ultraprocessed foods, which first took hold among my baby boomer compatriots, now make up nearly 60 percent of the average American diet. Some experts say our addiction to this fare is lowering our life expectancy.
Realizing Resilience
Life Time’s founder, chairman, and CEO on resilience, purpose, and overcoming life’s challenges.
SOMETHING SIMPLE: Avocado Caesar Dressing
Use avocado instead of eggs for a creamy — and vibrant — Caesar dressing.
Which Yoga Class Is Right for Me?
A breakdown of the six yoga classes offered at Life Time and what you can expect in each class.
How Can I Become a Morning-Workout Person?
Rise and shine! Explore these six tips to help you work out in the mornings.
10 New Life Time Apparel Pieces to Add to Your Closet
This collection of performance-driven apparel is designed to enhance your athletic endeavors and to help you move effortlessly in your active lifestyle.
Hop to It: A Leap Day-Inspired Workout
Elevate your routine with this five-move workout that’s full of leaps and jumps.
How to Build a Spring Workout Routine
Channel the energy of the season to build a dynamic and sustainable workout.
Venus Williams on Setbacks, Comebacks, and Resilience
Tennis champ Venus Williams on how the ups and downs of a nearly 30-year career have challenged and changed her.
Which Strength Class Is Right for Me?
Build your strength-training routine with the many class options at Life Time.
The Benefits of the Dead Hang
Strengthen your shoulders, core, grip, and more with this often-overlooked move.
Are There Biomarkers for Long COVID?
Yes, people with long COVID have specific biomarkers in their blood, according to a recent study in the journal Nature.
ONE HEALTHY HABIT:
Wake Up at the Same Time Everyday
Take this month’s challenge and learn how to support your circadian health by keeping a consistent schedule.
PUMPING IRONY: There’s an App for That — or Is There?
Fitness trackers have long been promoted as effective tools for monitoring key health metrics, but seniors have mostly ignored them. Recent research explains why
A 30-Minute Strength Training and Running Workout
This 30-minute hybrid workout combines strength training and speedwork for an effective, efficient challenge.
5 Plant-Based Mexican Recipes
Try these plant-forward twists on Mexican classics.
Which Indoor Cycle Class Is Right for Me?
A breakdown of the five indoor cycle classes at Life Time and what you can expect in each.
5 Tips for Staying the Course When You’re Not Seeing Fitness Progress
Advice from a Dynamic Personal Trainer about what to do when you’ve been working on your fitness but your results are seemingly stalled.
What Is Wrong With the Skin on My Feet?
Plantar warts, fungal infections, and thyroid dysfunction can all affect the skin on your feet. Here’s why.
Which Boxing Class Is Right for Me?
Discover the three boxing and kickboxing classes offered at Life Time and what you can expect in each.
Which Dance Class Is Right for Me?
A breakdown of the four dance classes offered at Life Time and what you can expect in each.
How to Find Real Maple Syrup
Fake maple syrup is often made with corn syrup and artificial flavors. Here’s how to ensure your pancakes are drizzled with the real deal.
PUMPING IRONY: The Upside of Outside
Can living amid bountiful green space improve a senior’s mental and physical health? New research — and the reemergence of ecotherapy — suggest that spending more time outdoors could make a difference.
How to Fall in Love With Your Workouts
Four fitness experts from Life Time share their top tips for cultivating a positive mindset around exercise.
Why Are My Feet Swollen?
Edema is a common cause for swollen feet and ankles. Here’s what you can do about it.
Dynamic Duo: 3 Stretches to Do With a Partner
A stretch specialist outlines the benefits of assisted stretching and demonstrates three options you can try with a partner.
Is It Better to Do Yoga or Pilates?
The two practices have key differences and can also be complementary. Learn more.
10 of Our Most Popular Chicken Recipes
Your search for healthy, flavorful, and easy-to-make chicken dishes ends here.
How Do I Use Amino Acids?
Guidance for supplementing for workout recovery.
How to Find Real Parmesan Cheese
Look for real “Parmigiano-Reggiano” cheese instead of products labeled as “Parmesan cheese.” Here’s why.
5 Healthy Slow-Cooker Recipes
Come home to a nourishing meal with one of these comforting recipes.
PUMPING IRONY: Looking for Trouble in All the Wrong Places?
While Big Pharma plods along in its search for an Alzheimer’s cure, new research suggests relief for some dementia sufferers may not begin in the brain at all.
Why Are My Feet Numb and Tingly?
Peripheral neuropathy is a common cause for numbness and tingling in hands and feet. Here’s what you can do about it.
Standing Abs Vs. Floor Abs — Which Is Better?
If you have balance issues, floor-based exercises are the way to go. If you have joint issues such as wrist pain, however, standing abs are ideal. Here’s why.
Sunchoke and Brussels Sprout Salad
Sunchokes, Brussels sprouts, and couscous are tossed together in this salad and then drizzled with a fresh mint dressing and a sprinkle of feta.
How to Find Real Olive Oil
Fake extra-virgin olive oil is often diluted with cheaper oils. Here’s how to find the real deal.
What Causes Toe Pain?
Gout, bunions, and ingrown toenails are some common reasons your toe might hurt. Here’s what you can do to alleviate and prevent discomfort.
PUMPING IRONY: Dr. Chatbot Will See You Now
Artificial intelligence is insinuating itself into our shaky healthcare system despite the warnings of experts who believe it may deliver more harm than help.
Should I Do Squats or Hip Thrusts?
Here’s why integrating both moves into your strength-training plan is key.
What Is the Life Time Work Club Lounge?
Learn about the new ways you can work from your athletic country club.
How to Use 4 Popular Cardio Machines
A Dynamic Personal Trainer explains four common cardio machines — and offers advice for adding them to your workout routine.
How to Spot Fake Honey
One-third of the honey on the market today is adulterated or fake. Here’s how to ensure your honey is the real deal.
Carrot “Chorizo” Tacos
These veggie tacos are made with a plant-based carrot “chorizo” and topped with a zesty cucumber slaw.
12 Key Nutrients for Mood Support
According to nutritional psychiatrist Drew Ramsey, MD, these are the most important nutrients for supporting your mental health.
Sleep, Sweat, Repeat: 4 Workouts You Could Do Over and Over
Experience Life‘s fitness editor weighs in on routines you could turn to time and time again.
Why Are My Feet So Stiff?
Discover what contributes to stiff feet — and what you can do to alleviate discomfort.
PUMPING IRONY: Lift to Live
Mounting research — and the exploits of one extraordinary Irishman — suggest that it’s never too late for seniors to reap the benefits of strength training.
Time for Fun: The March, April, and May Kids’ Events at Life Time
Discover what’s on the schedule for your children to take part in this spring.
Is Running or Walking a Better Workout?
These two exercises are often pitted against each other, but they can both contribute to cardiovascular health and overall well-being. Here’s why.
8 Ways to Support Your Mental Health With Food
There are no instant solutions to mental health challenges, but a few relatively easy dietary interventions can help stabilize and improve your mood over time.
Expert Answers: Do You Need Sodium for Hydration?
How this mineral is involved in the body’s hydration process.
2 Refreshing Electrolyte Mocktail Recipes
The inclusion of electrolytes in these mocktails provides you with an extra hydration boost.
Step Inside: Life Time Middletown – Red Bank
New Jersey welcomes its newest athletic country club.
The Benefits of Going Barefoot
Here’s why some podiatrists recommend ditching your shoes or using minimalist footwear.
How to Find Real Coffee
Watch out for imposters when you’re buying ground coffee, and learn how to be sure you’re buying the real deal.
Why Does My Heel Hurt and How Can I Ease the Pain?
Plantar fasciitis is a common culprit. Learn what you can do to alleviate discomfort.
PUMPING IRONY: A Generation in Need of Therapy — Again
At a time when one in four American seniors is struggling with mental health issues, Medicare has expanded its coverage beyond psychologists and psychiatrists to include more accessible therapists. But will those counselors sign up to provide the services?
Should I Work Out in the Morning or Evening?
It all comes down to what works for you and your schedule, says our expert.
Creamy Roasted-Garlic Gnocchi
Make your own potato gnocchi with this simple recipe, and top it with a roasted-garlic cream sauce.
4 Ways That Nutrition Can Negatively Affect Our Mood
Building a solid nutritional foundation for mental health starts with recognizing how food may be contributing to low mood. These are some of the factors.
How to Use 4 Popular Strength-Training Machines
A Dynamic Personal Trainer demonstrates using four common strength-training machines — and offers advice for adding them to your workout routine.
What Is Hypotension?
Hypotension, or low blood pressure, may pose a risk to your health. Here are some signs your blood pressure is dangerously low.
What Is Sound Healing?
While we’re often inundated by noise, we might overlook the fact that sound can be therapeutic for the body and mind.
ARORA Founder Favorites: 6 Activities to Try
The creators of this expanding healthy-aging program at Life Time share their favorite ARORA activities to participate in at the club.
PUMPING IRONY: Too Much of a Good Thing?
Recent research suggests that the “good” cholesterol that helps seniors prevent heart attacks and strokes may also raise their risk of developing dementia.
Aspartame and Cancer Risk
Controversy continues to surround this artificial sweetener, which is sold under brand names like Equal and NutraSweet, and its possible link to liver cancer. Learn more.
Braised Daikon Miso Soup
Enjoy the rich flavors of this soup featuring fresh daikon (a mild-flavored winter radish), vibrant beet greens, and lots of fresh ginger and garlic.
The Surprising Benefits of Laughter — and Tips to Find More of It
Laughter has surprising health benefits for your mood, your mind, and your body. Try these tips to make more space for it in your life.
6 of Our Favorite Slippers
High-quality slippers for keeping your feet comfy and warm.
Get Inspired: 3 Perfect Visits to Life Time
A few team members share how they’d spend time at their athletic country club if they could do all their favorite things.
Expert Answers: How Do I Wash My Face Properly?
An esthetician outlines the recommended steps for your morning and evening cleansing routines.
Step Inside: Life Time Las Colinas
Texas welcomes another athletic country club in the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex.
Fasted Vs. Fed Training — Which Is Better?
It comes down to your individual goals and preferences, says one expert.
PUMPING IRONY: Where Have All the Geriatricians Gone?
At a time when the U.S. population is aging at an unprecedented pace, the number of geriatricians trained to treat older patients is dwindling. Rebuilding that profession may require more than what our healthcare system can muster.
What Your Feet Are Trying to Tell You
Not only do your feet carry you from place to place, but they can provide early warning signs for diabetes, thyroid problems, and even heart disease. Here’s what your feet may be saying about your overall health.
Reality Check
Experience Life‘s editor in chief on the problem with all-or-nothing resolutions — and how to set intentions for the New Year.
Brad Jones on Overcoming Setbacks and Thriving at Life Time
A 60day Challenge winner reflects on the whole-body health benefits he received when he began focusing on his fitness.
Green Shakshuka
This brain-supportive recipe from Eat to Beat Depression and Anxiety, by Drew Ramsey, MD, offers satisfying flavor and abundant nutrients — without the postmeal crash.
How Does Exercise Influence Your Cortisol Levels?
Does the stress of working out help or harm regulation of this critical hormone? Read on to learn more.
5 Life Time Experts Share Their Healthy-Living Goals
Plus, the daily habits they prioritize to ensure they achieve them.
Take the Polar Bear Plunge
Looking for an instant boost to your health and mood? Go jump in a (frozen) lake.
6 Strategies to Improve Your Self-Talk
Try these six tips to soften self-criticism and change your internal dialogue for the better.
Our 20 Most Popular Healthy-Eating Recipes of 2023
Get inspired to mix up your meals and snacks in the new year with this roundup of our most-viewed recipes from last year.
Listening Games
Music-based workouts are a fun way to mix up a treadmill routine. Our fitness editor shares a favorite playlist.
Is There Really a “Best” Workout?
We often pit activities against each other in an effort to find the ultimate fitness path. The reality, though, is that it’s not either-or. What’s best for you depends on a variety of factors unique to you.
Why BMI Is a Flawed Metric
Body mass index (BMI) is not the way to diagnose obesity. Here’s why.
The Ugly Side of #FITSPO
Can “fitspiration” potentially cause more harm than good? Learn how #FITSPO can undermine mental health and body image.
How to Find Real Honey, Coffee, Extra-Virgin Olive Oil, Parmesan Cheese, and Maple Syrup
Watch out for imposters among these five favorite foods, and learn how to be sure you’re buying the real deal.
Avo-Cottage Toast
This dish has 14 grams of protein as well as carbohydrates and healthy fats to help you power through your day.
How to Cope With Chronic Complainers
Here’s how to avoid getting drawn into other people’s negativity spirals.
Time to Reflect
Life Time founder and CEO Bahram Akradi on curiosity, intention-setting, and collective wisdom.
The Do’s and Don’ts of Following “Fitfluencers”
Want #fitspo you can trust? Experts offer advice on engaging mindfully with fitness- themed social media content.
7 Signs That Your Mental Health Needs Attention
Feeling on edge, sleeping poorly, and stomach issues are just some of the warning signs.
15 Health and Wellness Trends to Watch in 2024
Life Time experts share their predictions for what’s up-and-coming in the next year.
How to Do the Clamshell
Strengthen your hips and glutes — and help build your side butt — with this lower-body isolation move. Plus, explore four variations to make it more challenging.
Maple Sweet-Potato Crème Brûlée
Roasted sweet potatoes, cream, and maple syrup come together for this creative twist on traditional crème brûlée.
PUMPING IRONY: The Hazards of Healing
A much-delayed visit with a dermatologist offers some painful lessons about the danger of ignoring “benign” skin cancers — as well as the damage that may result from treating them.
The Good-Enough Holiday
Let go of perfectionism and find more joy in the season.
5-Minute Meditation to Expand Your Vision
Help to improve your focus, concentration, clarity, and overall mental performance.
How Diet Can Make — or Break — Your Mental Health
Learn about the connection between food and mood and what you can eat to support your mental health.
ONE HEALTHY HABIT: Sit on the Floor Daily
Support your health, mobility, and longevity by regularly getting down on the ground and then rising from it.
Shaun White: From Snowboarding Legend to Mentor and Entrepreneur
The five-time Olympian talks about stepping back from competition and leaning into exciting new adventures.
5 Recipes Using Winter Root Vegetables
Fall in love with cold-weather cooking with meals that put root veggies front and center.
Strong, Fast, and Fit: A 9-Week Escalating Density Program
Short on time? This nine-week program will get you strong — in less than three hours a week.
Behind the Scenes With Shaun White (Video)
Go behind the scenes with legendary snowboarder Shaun White as he talks about his big wins — and his big plans for the future.
Caring for Caregivers
4 Workouts You Can Do in 30 Minutes or Less
When the holiday season packs your schedule, stay active with these quick ladder-style workouts.
How Fiber Supports Healthy Skin
Here’s why fiber is a powerful ally for your skin’s health.
Charitable Gift Ideas for Your Loved Ones
Show you care with a charitable donation that supports a meaningful cause and your loved one’s values
PUMPING IRONY: The Medicare Dis-Advantage
Hospitals and medical groups across the country are severing ties with Medicare Advantage insurers, leaving seniors scrambling to find new providers that will accept their insurance.
6 Tips for Using a Standing Workstation
Consider these tips when you’re setting up a standing workstation.
How to Thrive With Anxiety
Mushroom Farro Bolognese
This casserole is made with a medley of vegetables, walnuts, and a creamy ricotta topping.
All Is Calm: 5 Ways to Incorporate Feel-Good Moments into Busy Days
Quick ideas for resetting during the holiday season.
18 Ways to Find Hygge
Slow down and create an environment of warmth and coziness, Danish-style.
Healthy, Fun, Together: Things to Do at Life Time With Family and Friends
Gather your group — and put those guest passes to use! — at your athletic country club.
How Collagen Supports Healthy Skin
From dietary sources to supplements, discover how collagen supports skin health.
Step Inside: Life Time Denver West
Colorado welcomes its newest athletic country club to the Denver area.
PUMPING IRONY: An Antidote for Alzheimer’s?
Can lifestyle changes free us from the ravages of dementia? Recent research offers a modicum of hope, but few assurances.
4 Reasons to Host or Attend a Holiday Gathering
Though they can sometimes feel like too much trouble to host or attend, holiday gatherings can actually support our health. These are some of the ways.
What’s Your Sitting Score?
Take this assessment to help gauge your sedentary habits — and inspire you to make strides toward a healthier, more active lifestyle.
4 Tips for Cutting Back on Alcohol During the Holidays
Thinking about limiting your alcohol consumption this season or beyond? Our healthy-living expert offers advice.
How Fatty Acids Support Healthy Skin
Essential fatty acids can help prevent “leaky skin,” which can lead to dry skin, acne, and eczema.
Embracing Intuitive Training
What to Do When a Panic Attack Occurs
Try these seven strategies to help you manage and alleviate a panic attack.
How to Stop Dreading Family Gatherings
Social psychologist and author Amy Johnson, PhD, offers advice for dealing with those family members who often threaten to ruin the mood.
Make Your Own Gifts
These DIY gifts are beautiful, useful, and can be personalized for family and friends.
How Life Time Can Help You Maximize Your Time During the Holidays
Discover 11 unexpected ways your membership can support your efficiency when the season gets hectic.
Minimalist Gift Ideas
Thoughtful presents that don’t add to life’s clutter.
5 Healthy-Aging Benefits of Barre
The creator of ARORA Barre on the advantages of this exercise format for active older adults.
Tastes Like a Sugar Cookie Shake
A sugar-free treat that packs in 30 grams of protein plus added vitamins and minerals.
How to Practice a Lovingkindness Meditation
Empathy is a gift that benefits everyone. Build yours with this mindfulness practice.
The Low-Stress Cocktail Party
Try this spread of prep-ahead recipes to bring some ease to your next holiday gathering.
Been Sitting Too Long? Try These 2 Moves
You can do these two mobility exercises at or next to your desk to balance out the effects of sitting.
How Carotenoids Support Healthy Skin
Carotenoids, the vibrant pigments found in plants, provide protection for your skin against harmful UV rays, premature aging, and dryness. Discover which foods are rich in carotenoids and what to look for in topical treatments.
Quinoa Taco Bake With Guacamole
This veggie casserole is filled with nutritious ingredients like squash, bell peppers, and quinoa, making it a delicious and nourishing meal for your family.
What Are Macros and Calories?
How Can I Improve My Balance?
Try simple activities — like standing on one foot while brushing your teeth — to incorporate balance into your daily routine.
7 Athleisure Essentials for Your Holiday Wish List
Bring more joy and comfort to your movement efforts with these items from our latest apparel collection — available just in time for this season of giving and receiving.
What is Foot Reflexology?
Discover how this trigger-point therapy can help relieve a range of discomforts.
Stronger Together
How one Life Time member’s relationships with her coach and community helped her regain strength after a cancer diagnosis.
How Vitamin C Supports Healthy Skin
Learn how this powerful antioxidant can protect and maintain your skin’s health
PUMPING IRONY: On Aging, Attitude, and Activity
Dreading the idea of growing old? A new study suggests such a view may keep you from engaging in the physical activity necessary to age gracefully.
Grain-Free Cauliflower Mac and Cheese
Use cassava noodles — or any gluten-free pasta — in this comforting hot dish.
9 Expert Tips for Managing Finances With Your Partner
Talking about money can be hard, but sometimes we have to do it — especially if we manage finances with another person. Here are some strategies.
What Is Dermaplaning?
Learn how this skin-resurfacing technique works — and how it can reveal a smoother, more radiant complexion.
3 Tips for Dynamic Sitting
Whether you sit all the time or rotate between sitting and standing, these are three ways to keep moving.
What We Can Learn From Indigenous Wellness: A Q&A With Thosh Collins and Chelsey Luger
The husband-and-wife team talk about Native American ancestral knowledge and the importance of decolonizing wellness.
How One Woman Discovered Her Roots by Traveling to Ghana
Exploring the lands of your ancestors brings a new understanding of your identity and origins.
7 Life Time Destinations to Visit During Your Holiday Travels
Keep your health and wellness goals on track during this busy season at one of these Life Time Athletic Country Clubs.
9 Healthy-Living Experts Share Their 2023 Holiday Wish Lists
Plus, what they plan on gifting to their loved ones.
Ode to Body Joy!
Our fitness editor reflects on shifting the focus from how she feels about her body to how she feels in her body.
Minimalist Gift Ideas to Sip, Savor, and Enjoy
Looking for a gift that won’t add to household clutter? Explore these consumable-gift ideas.
PUMPING IRONY: Boundary Issues
Doctors and dentists are each in a position to identify symptoms the other could treat. Referrals, however, are exceedingly rare — leaving seniors especially vulnerable and public health experts routinely vexed.
10 Products to Elevate Your Morning Coffee or Tea Ritual
Start your day off right with our favorite coffee and tea gear.
4 Mantras for Moving With More Gratitude
How fitness classes — and exercise in general — can help you experience more thankfulness. Plus, classes to try to help foster this feeling.
A Grammy-Award-Winning Opera Singer’s Journey of Resilience and Health
Ryan Speedo Green on what it takes to become a champion.
Why Active Metabolic Assessment?
Sweet Potato Chickpea Curry Casserole With Cashew Poblano Cream
This comforting vegan casserole is packed with lentils, veggies, and a cream sauce made with almond milk, tamari, maple syrup, curry powder, and turmeric.
Why Anxiety Is Not Your Enemy
A case study in how to live — and thrive — with anxiety.
Can Ashwagandha Boost VO2 Max?
This adaptogenic herb has been used for ages in Ayurvedic medicine to aid health and immunity. Now, exercise scientists believe it may also enhance aerobic performance.
Breathe in Gratitude
An 8-minute guided meditation to bring awareness to what you’re grateful for.
Step Inside: Life Time at PENN 1
Life Time continues its expansion in New York City with an athletic and social destination in the heart of the city.
Step Inside: Life Time Harbour Island
Florida welcomes its newest athletic country club to the Tampa area.
Expert Tips for Navigating the No Gifts Conversation
Initiating a conversation about skipping holiday gifts can be a daunting task. Explore strategies to help you navigate this discussion with ease.
5 Strategies for Coping With Sensory Overload
It’s not uncommon to be overwhelmed by all of the stimuli in your environment. These strategies can help you recognize and deal with this feeling.
Beet and Arugula Salad
This simple-ingredient salad serves as the perfect side dish.
How to Use Unstable-Surface Tools (USTs) for Balance Training
Tools like wobble boards, Power Plates, and BOSU balls can help prevent injury and improve stability.
PUMPING IRONY: To Save Your Brain, Get Your Shots?
While a growing percentage of Americans express skepticism about flu vaccines and other recommended immunizations, recent research offers a fresh incentive to roll up your sleeve: Those shots may reduce your risk of developing dementia.
In a Word
Experience Life‘s editor-in-chief reflects on celebrating the whole you — including the parts that are vulnerable, challenging, and hard to acknowledge.
Vegan Wild Rice Pudding
This creamy vegan dish can be served as a side, dessert, or as a cozy breakfast to ease you into a cool day.
Make Room for More Fun!
How to overcome the “shoulds” and live a more joyful life.
How Much Protein Do I Need as I Age?
Learn how protein-rich foods can help seniors combat muscle loss and other health issues.
Enjoy a Healthy, Happy Holiday Season at Life Time
Learn the ways Life Time can support you in keeping up your routine and finding cheer and balance in every moment.
5 Pickleball Shots to Master
A pickleball pro demonstrates how to perform select shots that can improve your game.
Can Music Help People With ADHD Focus Better?
A growing body of research suggests music can improve attention, making it a particularly powerful tool for individuals with attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
So, You Finished a Fitness Challenge — What’s Next?
A Dynamic Personal Trainer offers tips on how to stay motivated and maintain your healthy-living habits for the long haul.
Real Life, Realized: A Q&A With Sharon Salzberg
Mindfulness trailblazer Sharon Salzberg on letting go of fear, anger, and isolation and becoming more open.
How to Do the Reverse Burpee
This playful variation on a classic exercise delivers similar strength and cardio benefits — minus the pushup.
How to Overcome Pessimism
Can the way you think influence your life chances? Is it possible to think yourself away from failure and toward success? The field of Positive Psychology says —YES!
PUMPING IRONY: Retirement, Reconsidered
Seniors are increasingly choosing to delay retirement, a trend some experts believe must accelerate if we want to protect Social Security and Medicare for the next generation.
11 Vital Nutrients for Skin Health
Here are some of the most important nutrients for skin health, including collagen, probiotics, selenium, and nitric oxide.
SOMETHING SIMPLE: Spicy Braised Cabbage
This comforting dish comes together with just a few simple — and flavorful — ingredients, including smoked paprika and tomato paste.
Uric Acid: A New Metric for Heart Health
The latest research on uric acid suggests that this waste product may be an important bellwether for cardiometabolic health.
Look to the Trees
Life Time CEO and founder Bahram Akradi reflects on the immediate impact planting a tree can have in the fight against climate change — and how to inspire collective action for a sustainable future.
Reveal Your Potential
Every day is a new day to fly. See how these athletes are redefining what possible means for them.
The Surprising Connection Between Your Calves and Heart Health
Referred to as your “second heart,” your calves play a vital role in your cardiovascular health. Here’s how.
Training to Get More Out of Life
Life Time member Richard Westbrook realizes it’s never too late to discover your true potential.
Striving to Be a Champion
Gymnast Mya Hooten on the motivation, support, and sacrifices required to succeed in a mentally tough sport.
Finding Purpose in Fitness
Life Time performer Gerry Haeger shares her motivation for showing up for herself and for her community.
10 Common Causes of Pelvic-Floor Dysfunction
Pregnancy and childbirth are common causes of pelvic-floor dysfunction, but so are stress, surgery, and even bicycling. Here are some other causes.
The Vital Role Standing — Versus Sitting — Plays in Your Health
Sitting for long periods might be common, but it can undermine your health. Standing up, however, is a simple act that can infuse your day with beneficial movement.
A 3-Step, Whole-Person Approach to Healing Endometriosis
This holistic approach for managing endometriosis incorporates an anti-inflammatory diet, stress reduction, and targeted supplementation.
5 Skills for Authentic Communication
How to have deeper conversations.
Postpartum Nutrition: Rosemary Roasted-Vegetable Hummus With Semolina Fry Bread
This nourishing postpartum recipe features iron- and fiber-rich chickpea hummus.
Understanding Panic Attacks
Learn more about what panic attacks actually are — and what to do if you have one.
ONE HEALTHY HABIT:
Make a Micro-Connection
This month’s One Healthy Habit challenge supports your social health by encouraging positive encounters with others.
What Is Microneedling?
Learn more about microneedling skin treatments that can help boost collagen, improve skin texture and firmness, and reduce the effects of aging.
The 5 S’s of Pelvic-Floor Function
The “Five S’s” is a mnemonic encompassing the five major functions of the pelvic floor. Here’s what they are.
5 Stretches to Help Your Pickleball Game
A Dynamic Stretch Specialist on the importance of prioritizing your flexibility and mobility to reduce the risk of pickleball injuries.
Bone Broth Ramen Bowls
In this comforting and nutrient-packed postpartum recipe, lion’s mane mushrooms are used to reduce anxiety and support milk production.
5 Healthy Plant-Forward Casseroles
Flavorful and full of good-for-you ingredients, these vegetable casseroles will warm you up as winter sets in — no condensed soup required.
The Simple Kettlebell Complex
Work your entire body with this fast, fun routine.
What Are Some Common Symptoms of Pelvic-Floor Dysfunction?
Pelvic-floor tightness and pelvic-floor weakness are the two main categories of pelvic-floor dysfunction. Here’s why.
PUMPING IRONY: Curiosity and Its Costs
Despite the lack of viable treatment options, Americans are flocking to genetic tests designed to reveal their chances of developing Alzheimer’s. The results can produce more reservations than reassurance.
Why Your Body Needs Zinc and How to Maximize Intake
Zinc is a key mineral for immunity, mood regulation, and more. Learn about its essential functions, recommended intake, optimal food sources, and signs that you may be low.
Postpartum Nutrition: Slow-Braised Beef Breakfast Burritos
Enhance postpartum recovery with these make-ahead burritos made with grassfed beef and organic eggs.
The Challenges of Self-Diagnosing Hypermobility
It may be tempting to self-diagnose a condition, but it’s best to find an experienced clinician. Here’s why.
Why It’s So Hard to Talk About Sex
Here are four common misunderstandings that make it challenging to talk to our partners about sex.
What’s Your Signature Group Training Class Personality?
A guide to help you find the signature group training program that matches your needs, goals, interests, and workout style.
Choose Your Race: A Guide to Life Time’s 2024 Athletic Events
Get a sneak peek at the premiere lineup of athletic events in the coming year — and decide which one you’re ready to take on.
Postpartum Nutrition: Crispy-Skin Salmon With Brown-Butter Quinoa
This nutrient-packed meal is thoughtfully created to provide essential support for new mothers and their breastfeeding newborns.
8 Known Causes of Endometriosis
From hormonal imbalances and genetics to environmental toxins and immune dysfunction, these interconnected factors can contribute to endometriosis. Go deeper.
Expert Answers: How Do I Know if I’m Getting Enough Rest Between Workouts?
A Dynamic Personal Trainer chimes in on the importance of rest and how to fit it into your exercise routine.
Year-End Fun: The November and December Kids’ Events at Life Time
Parents can find some time for themselves during this busy season while their kids have some healthy fun.
What Are Electrolytes?
Electrolytes are minerals that play an important role in your body and overall health. Learn about the signs of an imbalance and discover strategies to ensure you maintain an adequate supply for optimal well-being.
3 Strategies for Improving Pelvic-Floor Health
Learn about diaphragmatic breathing, exercises for strength and flexibility, and when to seek professional support to address pelvic-floor issues.
Why Your Body Needs Potassium and How to Maximize Your Intake
Potassium is a key mineral for heart health, fluid balance, and more. Learn about its essential functions, recommended intake, optimal food sources, and signs that you may be low.
PUMPING IRONY: Unsafe at Any Speed
Older drivers suffering from certain chronic illnesses can pose a threat to themselves and others on the road, but convincing them to surrender their car keys is no easy task. The Japanese government may have found a way to override their objections.
Why Treating Hypermobility Is Important to Your Overall Health
Hypermobility can lead to a host of health conditions and chronic pain. Here are some things to know and some treatment approaches to consider.
Postpartum Nutrition: Amaranth and Oat Muffins
Created to support new mothers’ health and well-being, these nutrient-dense muffins are ideal for prepping ahead and freezing.
Insider Skincare Tips From 6 Experts
LifeSpa estheticians reveal the simple steps they take to care for their skin.
Life Time in the News: “New Hope Gym Helps 71-Year-Old Set Weightlifting Records”
How one Life Time member’s training efforts are helping her increase her strength to a competitive level.
How Conventional Farming Methods Are Leading to Less-Nutritious Food
Fertilizers and modern farming practices are depleting the soil’s natural microbiome, which plants require for nutritional density. Here’s what you can do about it.
Is Sex Exercise?
A bout of carnal activity could burn 100 calories per session and increase your heart rate, but the numbers can vary widely depending on a variety of factors.
11 Tips to Boost Your Testosterone
Here are 11 lifestyle-based ways to increase your testosterone levels.
The Basic Anatomy of Your Pelvis
An overview of the bones and muscles that make up the pelvic floor.
Up Your Pickleball Game: 5 Classes to Add to Your Fitness Routine
Try one or more of these Life Time classes to strengthen your body’s on-court abilities.
How to Find Pleasure With Food Despite Dietary Restrictions
Mindset shifts to help you move from fear to pleasure in eating.
The Teen Training Guide to Strength Training, Cardio, and Mobility
A go-to resource to help teens build a workout routine that is flexible, safe, and sustainable.
Is Aging a Disease?
Learn why this controversial question has set off a debate between those in geriatric healthcare and those in longevity research.
13 Ways to Start the Conversation About Sex
Boost your confidence in discussing sex with these expert insights and practical tips.
PUMPING IRONY: Beware of the Chair?
A new study suggests that seniors who spend too much time sitting around may be more prone to develop dementia — even if they exercise regularly.
What Are Common Signs and Symptoms of Endometriosis?
From severe menstrual cramping and painful intercourse to fatigue and infertility, this condition can impact a woman’s overall quality of life. Learn more.
How to Increase Your Testosterone — Naturally
Men are confronting an unprecedented decline in testosterone. Consider these 11 lifestyle-based tips to protect your T.
Why Collagen?
What Is Junior Pickleball Programming at Life Time?
A Q&A about this exciting new offering for youth pickleball players.
6 Exercises to Support Your Pelvic Floor
Use this expertly designed routine of stretches and strengthening exercises for a strong and mobile pelvic floor.
Why Your Body Needs Selenium and How to Maximize Your Intake
Selenium is a key mineral for fertility, thyroid health, and more. Learn about its essential functions, recommended intake, optimal food sources, and signs that you may be low.
Spiced Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
Once you’ve finished carving your jack-o’-lantern, save those seeds to make this crunchy snack.
Prosciutto-Wrapped Asparagus
For a sweeter taste, try wrapping prosciutto around melon or even pear slices.
How One Woman Survived Breast Implant Illness
Debbie Friedlander on how she is finding relief from breast implant illness 25 years after undergoing a preventive mastectomy.
PUMPING IRONY: Seeing Is Believing
Despite concerns about vision loss, seniors like me tend to ignore preventive screenings and treatments. Accessibility is an issue, experts say, but a lack of collaboration between physicians and ophthalmologists plays a role as well.
What Are the 3 Phases of Hypermobile Ehlers-Danos Syndrome and Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder?
Researchers have outlined three distinct phases: hypermobility, pain, and joint stiffening.
What Are the Benefits of Supplementing With Amino Acids?
A Life Time dietitian and trainer highlights the purpose of using an amino-acid supplement for workout recovery.
Why Your Body Needs Magnesium and How to Maximize Your Intake
Magnesium is a key mineral for optimizing your health and well-being. Learn about its essential functions, recommended intake, optimal food sources, and signs that you may be low.
All About the ARORA Intro to Healthy Living Program
Everything you need to know about this digital fitness program that features six weeks of workouts and educational content.
3 Meal-Prep Styles to Suit Every Personality
Life Time dietitians share three approaches to meal planning that can set you up to eat healthily most of the time.
6 Supplements to Consider This Fall
Life Time dietitian recommendations for supporting your health as the season changes.
What You Need to Know About the Eye Microbiome
Recent research reveals our eyes have a microbiome, just like the gut and skin do. Learn how this finding may be used to treat eye disorders.
The Dynamic Difference
One couple shares the successes they’ve each seen from working with their Dynamic Personal Trainers.
A Guide to Healthy Skincare for Teenagers
A top esthetician shares simple steps to help your teen learn how to take good care of their skin.
What Is Trauma-Informed Rest?
In her new book, Permission to Rest, Ashley Neese talks about why rest is a radical — and necessary — practice, as well as how those of us with trauma might approach rest differently.
5 Meals for Postpartum Parents
Nourishing food is an important element of postpartum healing and lactation. These healthy, whole-food recipes are designed to support new mothers.
Mental Health and Hormonal Birth Control: Katie Lemon’s Story
A woman experiencing adverse side effects from hormonal birth control finds relief when she pursues another option.
Which Health Conditions Are Associated With Hypermobility?
Fatigue, brain fog, digestive issues, and postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) are just some of the surprising health issues associated with hypermobile Ehlers-Danos syndrome.
The Promise of Permeability
How to soften your defenses so you can let feelings in — and out again.
Romantic Escapes
Leaving regular life behind for a getaway or vacation can be hard, but it’s worth it for the health of your relationship.
Your Fit and Functional Pelvic Floor
Pelvic-floor health is an important, yet often overlooked, component of overall well-being. Discover how to keep this group of muscles strong and healthy.
A Functional-Medicine Approach to Endometriosis
How to address this painful condition with diet and lifestyle interventions.
Pillow Talk: A Q&A With Sex Therapist Vanessa Marin
Sex therapist Vanessa Marin and her husband Xander Marin help couples take the intimidation out of getting intimate.
The Sensuality Workout
These playful moves engage your muscles and your senses, helping to prime you for intimacy.
ONE HEALTHY HABIT:
Take Your Libido-Supporting Supplements
If your sex drive has waned, consider giving these key vitamins and herbs a try.
The Case for Sex Therapy
Here’s how individual or partner therapy can help you understand your desires and boundaries, improve communication with your partner — and enjoy better sex.
7 Ways to Make Your Bedroom More Intimate
Creating space for intimacy is an important part of your overall wellness. Feng shui experts and sex educators offer their top strategies.
Beyond Binary Gender Diversity
More young people identify as transgender, nonbinary, or gender nonconforming than ever before.
What Is Vitamin P?
How taking real pleasure in food supports your health.
How to Talk About Sex With Your Partner
Sex educators explain why talking about sex with our partners can be so challenging — and how to get more comfortable with it.
“The Pill” for Guys?
An array of male contraceptives are under development — including a new, nonhormonal male birth control pill.
4 Ways Exercise Makes Sex Better
Physical activity can bolster sexual desire, performance, and satisfaction.
Why Is the Maternal Mortality Rate in the United States So High?
Learn why giving birth in the United States is more dangerous today than it was three decades ago.
How to Talk to Your Kids About Sex
It’s time to do away with the traditional idea of The Talk. Parents can teach kids about sex in a way that empowers, rather than simply embarrasses, the younger generation.
3 Tips to Help Teens Set Realistic Fitness Goals
Are you a teen embarking on a fitness journey? Embrace these tips to help you achieve your goals.
PUMPING IRONY: Still Clueless After All These Years
The scientific community continues to struggle to understand how to diagnose and treat long COVID, which can be especially hard on seniors. But some critics believe the answers are hidden in plain sight.
5 Ways to Improve Your Posture and Balance
A Dynamic Personal Trainer offers tips for working on your posture and balance so you can reduce the risk of falling.
6 Tips to Help You Successfully Navigate Telemedicine Appointments
Virtual healthcare services can increase access, yet they come with their own barriers and limitations. Functional-medicine practitioner Susan Blum, MD, MPH, shares guidance for navigating telemedicine.
5 Moves You’ll See in MB360
The creator of this mind-body training program breaks down some common moves you may see in class.
All About the Dynamic 30 Challenge
Learn about this 30-day intensive program to jump-start your healthy-living goals.
Why Your Body Needs Calcium and How to Maximize Your Intake
Calcium is a key mineral for more than just healthy bones. Learn about its essential functions, recommended intake, optimal food sources, and signs that you may be low.
6 Things to Know About the “Miracle” Drug Ozempic
Functional-medicine pioneer Frank Lipman, MD, on what you should know about weight-loss drugs like Ozempic.
What Is Hypermobility?
Learn about the difference between flexibility and hypermobility — as well as the associated health risks of hypermobility.
PUMPING IRONY: The Price Is Right?
While Medicare can now force major drugmakers to negotiate some prices, observers question whether it will result in much savings — or in better health outcomes — for U.S. seniors.
Salmon and Dill Scramble
Start your day with a protein-rich meal. Whisk eggs, cottage cheese, and hot-smoked salmon with fresh dill for a flavorful breakfast containing over 30 grams of protein.
What Are the Chakras?
Discover the body’s seven energy centers. Plus, enhance your well-being with this chakra meditation.
Summiting to New Heights
A Life Time Dynamic Personal Trainer prepares to climb to the top of Mount Kilimanjaro — and she’s inviting others to join her.
Our Favorite Skincare Products — With Plastic-Free Packaging
Sumptuous, sustainable body-care products — all packaged without plastic.
Why Dynamic Stretch?
Life Time in the News: “Woman, 104, Who Swims Laps Every Day Shares Simple Tips for Long Life”
The oldest Life Time member in North America shares the insights she’s garnered about longevity.
How to Support Your Hair, Body & Skin as You Age
LifeSpa experts offer tips for aging healthfully.
Why Inspiration Is the Engine of Joy
Explore the five traits of this emotion and insights for tapping into the transcendence and interconnectedness of it.
Life Time Breaks Ground on its First Ground-Up Pickleball Club
The athletic country club brand takes its commitment to this rising sport to the next level with the announcement of this new pickleball facility in the company’s home state of Minnesota.
4 Strength-Training Tips for Active Older Adults
An ARORA-certified trainer offers advice for starting or maintaining an effective resistance-training routine, along with guidance for balancing it with low-impact cardio efforts.
5 Moves You’ll See in ROOT Yoga
A Life Time instructor breaks down a few of the foundational movements in this slower-paced yoga practice.
Do You Have Knee Osteoarthritis? Walking May Help.
Walking may decrease knee pain among those with osteoarthritis — and it may even prevent additional joint damage, according to a recent study.
Ever Evolving
Experience Life is changing things up! Here’s what to look forward to.
How to Move Beyond Individualism to Create a More Loving Relationship
Strong relationships require letting go of a me-first perspective and considering the collective good. A renowned couples therapist explains how we can move past our individualism to become better partners.
Ask Coach Anika: How Do I Exercise During a Detox?
Advice for continuing your workouts while participating in Life Time’s D.TOX program.
PUMPING IRONY: Roasted in Retirement?
Scorching summer temperatures — and the potential health hazards that come with them — increasingly await U.S. retirees settling in the Sun Belt.
5 Fitness Trends to Watch
Forget flash-in-the-pan exercise fads. These sustainable, accessible movements are already shaping the future of fitness.
13 Packable Lunches for the Entire Family
Peruse this list of lunch ideas for back-to-school or workdays.
Is It Safe to Exercise Outdoors When the Air Quality Is Bad?
Athletes are particularly susceptible to the effects of air pollution. Here’s what you need to know about working out outside — as well as how to protect yourself.
5 Essential Minerals to Support Your Mind and Body
Plus, how to maximize your intake and signs that you may be low.
A Teen Fitness Guide
The young adult’s guide to getting strong, fast, and fit.
Apple-Cabbage Slaw
This colorful and tangy slaw features Granny Smith apples, red cabbage, pistachios, Dijon mustard, and honey for just the right amount of crunch and sweet goodness.
Autumn Breakfast Hash
Start your day with this savory hash made with sweet potatoes, Brussels sprouts, Honeycrisp apples — and homemade turkey sausage!
Beluga Lentil and Golden Apple Salad
Black beluga lentils, beets, celery, Golden Delicious apples, and soft goat cheese come together for a perfect balance of taste and texture.
One-Pan Apple Pilaf With Seared Chicken Thighs
This luscious chicken is served over a sweet and savory pilaf made with Granny Smith apples, spinach, and onions.
What Is Connective-Tissue Disorder?
We often think of flexibility as a mark of fitness, but for some, hypermobility can raise challenges — and signal a connective-tissue disorder that may involve a range of chronic health issues. Here’s what you need to know.
About Time
Life Time CEO and founder Bahram Akradi reflects on what a precious commodity time is — and how we can make the most of it.
Gluten-Free Apple Cobbler
Use a mix of apples in this cobbler, which is topped with biscuits made with oat flour and almond flour instead of traditional wheat flour.
How to Take Your Favorite Outdoor Fitness Activities Indoors
Continue pursuing or strengthening your abilities for the warm-weather activities you love in the off season.
The Ultimate Guide to Life Time Classes
A complete look at the studio, yoga, and cycle class offerings in our athletic country clubs — and tips for finding the right fits for you.
The Current State of School Lunch
Changes in school cafeterias are afoot. Experts offer an update on the progress being made — and the obstacles that remain.
Are Teens in a Mental Health Crisis?
Yes, according to a recent report from the CDC. Learn more about why.
Fitness and Self-Sabotage
Experience Life‘s fitness editor shares how Sesame Street’s Grover inspires her to push a little harder and finish stronger. Can he inspire you too?
Sweet Potato, Brussel Sprouts, and Egg Sheet-Pan Breakfast
This one-pan breakfast offers a whole-food balance of protein, veggies, carbs, and healthy fat.
How Your Banking and Investment Choices Can Help Make the World a Better Place
Start investing in a better future today by exploring greener investment options and learning to incorporate environmentally friendly choices into your financial portfolio.
13 Creative Ways to Learn Something New
Lifelong learning can improve our health and happiness. Try some of these ideas for learning something new.
PUMPING IRONY: Puzzling Priorities
Medicare is prepared to pay as much as $5 billion a year to cover a new Alzheimer’s drug while ignoring the in-home care needs of seniors with dementia who live alone.
The Transformative Power of Family Therapy
Discover how family therapy can help you and your loved ones open the lines of communication to promote healing and build resilience.
Be Your Own Best Health Advocate
ONE HEALTHY HABIT:
Move Throughout Your Day
This month’s One Healthy Habit challenge encourages taking a break from busyness to build fitness.
What Is Dynamic Stretch?
How an assisted-stretch session at Life Time can help you feel better and reach your fitness goals.
Daymond John on Setting Goals, Leaving a Legacy, and Investing in His Health
The entrepreneur and Shark Tank investor shares his inspiring journey from growing up in Queens and launching his multi-billion-dollar streetwear brand FUBU to his recent life-changing cancer diagnosis.
5 Moves You’ll See in LIFT Barbell Strength
This foundational yet challenging strength-training class puts an emphasis on proper form.
How 5 Families Spend Time at Life Time in the Fall
Learn how these parents maximize their family memberships.
Why Is the Liver Important in Traditional Chinese Medicine?
The liver plays a crucial role in TCM, as it is involved not only in physical functions but also in regulating emotions. Learn more.
7 Things to Consider Before Starting a Workout Routine
Dynamic Personal Trainers share their advice for setting yourself up for success.
Can Chiropractic Care Help Improve My Pickleball Game?
A LifeClinic practitioner explains the potential performance and injury-prevention benefits of working with a chiropractor.
What Are the Health Benefits of Black Currants, Goji Berries, Serviceberries, Golden Berries and Mulberries?
Explore how these remarkable berries offer a variety of health-enhancing benefits.
A Push and Pull Workout for Full-Body Strength
Build balanced, full-body strength with this four-part push-pull workout routine.
School-Break Camps at Life Time: A Sneak Peek
When school is out, Life Time offers programming to keep kids cared for and engaged in healthy fun throughout the year.
How to Talk to Your Stylist for the Perfect Salon Blowout
Top hairstylists share the secrets for getting a flawless finished style you love. Plus, they divulge the steps for creating a blown-out look at home.
5 Fall Apple Recipes
These healthy recipes are the perfect way to celebrate autumn.
PUMPING IRONY: Seniors, Sleeplessness, and Shortened Lives
Older adults are more likely than most to struggle with sleep issues, and recent research suggests tossing and turning could shorten our lifespans. The solution? Exercise.
10 Ideas for an End-of-Summer Self-Care Day
Close out the season on a relaxing note with these refreshing practices.
How Are Meridians Used in Traditional Chinese Medicine?
Meridians, which travel along fascial plains, serve as energetic pathways used by TCM practitioners to restore balance and harmony to the various organs of the body.
How to Be a Respectful Guest When Traveling Abroad
Discover the importance of cultural respect while traveling abroad, including the importance of learning a few words in the local language and practicing “leave no trace” principles.
Step Inside: Life Time Shenandoah
This Houston-area athletic country club is the biggest in the state of Texas.
Fun in the Fall: The September and October Kids’ Events at Life Time
See what’s on the schedule for your kids this season.
7 Tips for Preventing Pickleball Injuries
Pickleball pros provide advice for steering clear from injury while playing this popular sport.
How is Qi Used in Traditional Chinese Medicine?
Some have speculated that the concept of the Force in Star Wars is based on qi (pronounced “chee”). Learn how it affects your health and vitality.
Are There Heavy Metals in Dark Chocolate?
Yes, but there are steps you can take to mitigate your exposure to these toxins.
Lemon-Pepper Marinade
Try this fresh-flavored marinade on chicken skewers or your choice of meat or fish.
PUMPING IRONY: Cholesterol: The Good, the Bad, and the Unpredictable
Cholesterol has long been known for its role in cardiovascular function, but new research suggests it may someday be put to work to hinder the development of Alzheimer’s.
How to Forage for Wild Berries
Start foraging your own blackberries, raspberries, and more with advice from Julia Skinner, PhD.
What Is Brain Fog?
Having trouble concentrating? Feeling confused and forgetful? You may be the victim of what’s become known as brain fog.
30 Minutes at Life Time
Ideas for making the most of your time at the club when you only have 30 minutes to spare.
3 Homemade Sauces to Flavor Grilled Chicken
Grill your chicken using basic seasonings and then use these sauces on top or as dips.
How to Eat 30 Grams of Protein at Every Meal
Including protein at every meal will keep you full — plus, it’s crucial for building muscle, managing metabolism, and more. Hit your macro goals with these protein-packed recipes.
All in on Running
Life Time Foundation athlete and ultrarunner Barbara Powell moves across the country to train for her most challenging race yet: the Leadville 100-mile.
How Is Temperature Used in Traditional Chinese Medicine?
TCM uses the concepts of wind, heat, and other elemental qualities to highlight the opposing characteristics of an illness, allowing practitioners to restore balance in the body.
8 Strength Exercises for Pickleball Players
These workout-floor movements can increase your strength and mobility, safeguard against injury, and improve your pickleball prowess on the court.
Pasta Trapanese
This traditional Sicilian pasta dish features a vibrant sauce made with ripe tomatoes, garlic, basil, slivered almonds, and extra virgin olive oil.
How Can I Best Support the Local Economy When Traveling?
Here’s how to give back financially when traveling to other cultures.
PUMPING IRONY: Is There a Care Coordinator in the House?
Our healthcare system increasingly requires patients to coordinate their own care, a burden that can delay needed procedures — and cost them dearly in time, energy, and money.
What Are the Health Benefits of Cranberries?
Explore how these remarkable berries contribute to infection prevention.
What Are the 5 Vital Substance in Traditional Chinese Medicine?
Blood and other fluids make up some of the vital substances in TCM. Learn more about these essential elements and how they are used to achieve health and vitality in the body.
ONE HEALTHY HABIT:
Be Sun Smart
Outdoor time in the sun is essential to your health, but too much sun exposure can have serious consequences. Use this month’s One Healthy Habit challenge to find the right balance.
New Research: No Amount of Alcohol Is Healthy?
Recent research is challenging the notion that moderate alcohol consumption is beneficial for health. Some experts are arguing for complete abstinence due to it’s significant link to major health risks. Learn more about their findings.
Good News on the Cancer Front
Here are some positive highlights from the American Cancer Society.
4 Common Tools Used in Traditional Chinese Medicine
TCM practitioners use acupuncture, nutrition, herbs, and bodywork to treat their patients. Here’s why.
What Is Forest Bathing?
Spending time among trees can offer a surprising range of health benefits.
Citrus Rosé Marinade
Bright, lively, and gives fabulous flavor to flame-grilled-goodness.
PUMPING IRONY: Weighty Matters
The new weight-loss drugs promise transformational changes for their users, but are they right for seniors? Experts urge caution.
SOMETHING SIMPLE: Cucumber-Mint Agua Fresca
This refreshing beverage can keep you cool when the weather heats up.
8 Tips for Planning a Staycation
Given the economic and environmental costs of travel, sometimes the most ethical choice is to stay home. But, that doesn’t mean you can’t expand your horizons.
Grilled Sesame-Soy Green Tomatoes
Tangy green tomatoes are infused with umami and smoky flavors for a healthy twist on the classic fried-green-tomato recipe.
What Are the Health Benefits of Blueberries?
Explore how these remarkable berries provide potent anti-inflammatory relief and improve blood-vessel function.
5 Tips for Safely Exercising in the Summer Heat
Recommendations from two Dynamic Personal Trainers for working out when it’s hot outside.
9 Tips for Great Workouts Even When You’re Short on Time
Life Time performers share their advice for maximizing your fitness efforts when you’re in a time crunch.
9 Tips for Great Workouts Even When You’re Short on Time
Life Time performers share their advice for maximizing your fitness efforts when you’re in a time crunch.
The Controversy Surrounding Lasik Eye Surgery
This highly popular elective procedure has been under scrutiny as the FDA contemplates issuing warnings regarding potential complications. Learn more.
How Traditional Chinese Medicine Approaches the Human Body
These five key concepts inform how TCM practitioners treat health conditions.
PUMPING IRONY: Puzzling Over Pills
Research on the risks and benefits of cholesterol-lowering statins offers little reassurance to septuagenarians like me whose numbers signal potential cardiovascular calamities. The solution? More tests.
Can Exercise Mitigate the Effects of Parkinson’s?
Bouts of high-intensity exercise may ease the effects of this common neurodegenerative disease, according to a recent study.
How to Plan the Perfect Birthday Party for Your Kids
Four party-planning-essentials for every child’s birthday party.
Fresh Tomato Chutney
This versatile chutney is made with whole cumin seeds, fresh ginger, apple-cider vinegar, and raisins.
10 Strategies to Overcome Driving Anxiety
Worried about getting behind the wheel? Here’s expert advice on how to manage your fears by adjusting your expectations, your route, and your environment.
Expert Answers: What’s the Difference Between Active and Passive Recovery?
A Dynamic Personal Trainer explains these recovery types — and why both are important for optimal fitness.
11 Creative and Tasty Kale Recipes (That Aren’t Salads!)
From refreshing morning smoothies to a comforting one-pot pasta dish, these recipes will not only keep you satisfied, but also provide a healthful boost.
5 Life Time Beach Clubs to Visit This Summer
Planning a trip? Take advantage of these Life Time Athletic Country Club locations when you’re traveling outside of your home state.
What Can I Expect at My First Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Appointment?
Are you new to TCM? Here’s what to expect at your first clinic visit.
Taking Flight: Jason Burns’s Story
How one man took control of his health after he was grounded from flying lessons because of his weight.
Build Your Own Birthday Workout
Our fitness editor celebrates her 40th with a high-energy circuit routine.
Expert Answers: Why Do I Feel So Good After a Workout?
A Dynamic Personal Trainer weighs in on the physiology behind the mood-boosting feelings post-exercise.
Tomato and Sweet Corn Salad
A refreshing and colorful salad featuring juicy summer tomatoes, sweet corn kernels, and chickpeas.
How to Do the Man Maker Exercise
This full-body complex combines three strength exercises to create an intense cardio effect.
Expanded Horizons
Experience Life‘s editor in chief recounts her inspiring transformation from a risk-averse mindset to a life filled with adventure and curiosity.
5 Strategies for Becoming a More Conscious Traveler
Traveling is an inherent part of our human spirit, yet it can exert pressure on popular vacation destinations. Discover how you can make a positive impact on local economies while ensuring an enjoyable and fulfilling travel experience.
Fitness Around the World
Martial arts in Brazil, stone lifting in Iceland, mace swinging in India. Infuse your active endeavors with renewed energy, courtesy of the inspired movement habits of other cultures.
Pineapple-Mint Shake
Enjoy the tropical flavors of this shake that also provides a boost of greens and protein.
Fresh Tomato Salsa With Avocado
A zesty salsa perfect for dipping, topping tacos, or adding a burst of flavor to your favorite dishes.
A Prescription for Frustration
With the FDA poised to approve the latest Alzheimer’s drug, a respected dementia expert suggests our healthcare system isn’t yet capable of employing it effectively.
How Does Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Support Your Health and Well-Being?
More than just acupuncture, this system of healing focuses on a holistic approach to health, and a growing body of research supports its efficacy. Learn how TCM works and how it can treat the whole person.
5 of Our Favorite Eco-Friendly Beach Products
Enhance your time by the water with these sustainable goods.
4 Life Time Dietitians’ Favorite LifeCafe Summer Eats
Nutrition experts share their go-to orders at the LifeCafe.
How to Find Calm When Life Feels Chaotic
Many of us respond to disarray by striving for control, but there are other ways to find calm within the storm.
Indulge in Fresh Berries This Summer With These 11 Recipes
It’s berry season! From frozen treats to warm crisps and crumbles, these recipes will help you savor these sweet little treasures.
Of Peril and Possibility
The founder and CEO of Life Time shares his thoughts on the AI revolution.
PUMPING IRONY: A Sudden Change of Heart
A “hypertensive crisis” flings me into the gaping maw of the conventional healthcare system, where I learn to accept its many foibles — and (sheepishly) embrace its pharmaceutical remedies.
How Curiosity Changes Your Mind
Henry Emmons, MD, and Aimee Prasek, PhD, explain how thinking creatively can help us create new neural pathways in the brain.
Rainbow Panzanella
Crusty sourdough bread, heirloom tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and lots of fresh basil and mint create this salad bursting with color and flavor.
How Ryan Sutter Fought Back from Lyme Disease
After Lyme disease struck, firefighter and athlete Ryan Sutter took action to find his way back to wellness.
Boost Your Fitness With Sprint Interval Training
Sprint interval training (SIT) can improve your fitness performance and transform your body at the cellular level. Learn more and get started with these workouts from Olympic athlete Mechelle Lewis Freeman.
What Is Skin Cycling?
What to know about this viral social media trend and why it’s one that’s actually endorsed by many estheticians.
3 Moves You’ll See in SURRENDER Yoga
In combination with meditation breathing, these long-held stretches are designed to relieve tension in your body and mind.
ONE HEALTHY HABIT:
Eat a Rainbow of Plants
Take advantage of the summer harvest and challenge yourself with this month’s One Healthy Habit to eat more colorful plant-based foods each day.
The Benefits of Backward Walking
Walking or jogging in reverse improves stability, balance, coordination, and cognitive function. Learn more.
A Fourth of July Party Menu
Celebrate your holiday weekend with this menu that includes salmon-dill burgers, a new take on a watermelon salad, and a flag-inspired fruit pizza.
PUMPING IRONY: Keep Calm and Carry On?
Too much stress can age your body prematurely — and even lead to dementia. But new research offers some hope. That is, unless it was your cognitive dysfunction that led to the stress in the first place.
11 Berries to Eat and Their Health Benefits
These nutrient-dense fruits are good for so much more than breakfast and snacks. Enjoy them as often as you like.
The Play-Based Workout
Playtime isn’t just for kids. Pair joy-infused cardio with body-weight strength moves in this all-ages interval workout.
How Do B Vitamins Help Support Your Sex Drive?
Discover how to optimize your intake of this important nutrient to support a healthy libido.
What Are Some Ways I Can Stay Cool When Out and About During Hot Weather?
Embrace the outdoors even when temperatures rise by being mindful of timing, clothing, and your body’s signals.
6 Ways to Practice Body Neutrality
Explore these transformative strategies to start practicing body neutrality.
Cucumber Mint Spa Ice Pops
These rejuvenating frozen pops are made with hydrating coconut water, fresh cucumber and mint, and lemon juice.
Too Much Sun? Here’s How to Soothe Your Skin
A licensed esthetician offers tips for treating sunburn, along with strategies for protecting your skin during the sunny season.
A 10-Minute Lower-Body Workout
This quick lower-body workout is designed to strengthen and tone your glutes and legs.
4 Aphrodisiac Foods to Increase Your Libido
An integrative dietitian recommends four favorite foods to increase sex drive.
What Is Circadian Medicine?
Leveraging what we know about circadian rhythms may help us create more effective medical care. Here’s why.
6 Signs You May Have a Pinched Nerve
A chiropractor outlines common symptoms of pinched nerves, what to do if you have one, and how to prevent them.
What Are Some Ways to Keep My House Naturally Cool During Hot Weather?
Try these cooling techniques to conserve energy and help protect our planet.
Cold-Press Coffee Ice Pops
Attention coffee lovers! Try these dairy-free frozen treats made from just cold-press coffee and oat milk.
Step Inside: Life Time Missouri City
Texas adds another athletic country club to its expansive lineup.
6 Summer Tomato Recipes
Ripe tomatoes may be one of the sweetest parts of summer. Eat them up with these delectable recipes.
Strawberry Sunrise Smoothie
Make this perfect-for-summer LifeCafe menu favorite at home.
How Vitamin D Helps to Support Your Sex Drive
The sunshine vitamin plays an important role in our overall health, including helping to maintain a healthy libido. Learn more.
PUMPING IRONY: Seniors: Beware the Perils of Pot
As more states legalize the recreational use of cannabis, new research suggests seniors should imbibe only with extreme caution.
A 10-Minute Upper-Body Workout
Try this quick and effective upper-body workout designed to strengthen the major muscle groups of your chest, shoulders, arms, and upper back.
Arrest and Recovery: Matthew Hurley’s Story
How one man overcame drug addiction and found peace through serving others.
Coconut-Milk Fudge Ice Pops
These DIY fudge pops combine coconut milk, cocoa powder, and bananas for a delicious, dairy-free frozen treat.
A Mid-Year Reflection
Can Zinc Help Increase Your Sex Drive?
Studies have shown that maintaining optimal levels of zinc can play a significant role in improving libido. Find out more.
The Power of Mindfulness-Based (MBSR) Stress Reduction for Addressing Anxiety
Elizabeth Hoge, MD, director of the Anxiety Disorders Research Program at Georgetown, talks about the latest advances in the field of MBSR.
5 On-Court Drills to Improve Your Pickleball Game
Build your pickleball skillset by hitting the court with a partner and practicing these drills.
How Air Pollution Undermines Physical and Mental Health
Many people may underestimate the extent to which air quality can affect their physical health and mental well-being. Read on to learn more.
How Can I Keep My Body Cool During Heat Waves?
Here are some clever strategies to try.
Basil Marinade
This versatile marinade works well on chicken, fish, and veggies, as well as is great as a salad dressing if you add a little more olive oil to it.
How to Flow Through Sun Salutation
A guide to the movements and poses inside the flow of sun salutation A.
A Serious Rise in Alcohol-Related Deaths
A recent CDC study reports an alarming rise in alcohol-related deaths, and the pandemic appears to have exacerbated the issue. Learn more.
How Flavonoids Help to Support Your Sex Drive
Flavonoids naturally occur in berries, citrus fruits, tea, and dark chocolate. Discover how to maximize the benefits of this nutrient to improve your libido.
What Is Healing Touch?
This form of energy healing is becoming increasingly common in healthcare settings to support pain relief. Here’s what we understand about it.
Horchata Ice Pops
Cool off with a frozen twist on horchata, a traditional Mexican beverage made from rice, cinnamon, and sugar.
Kitchen Items for Summer Fun!
From making your own ice cream to keeping your wine chilled on a hot evening, these items are sure to enhance your summer experience.
Can Exercise Improve Memory?
The answer is nuanced, according to a recent study, but in general, people who are more active perform better on memory tests than people who are less active.
18 Creative Recipes to Enjoy Fresh Zucchini This Summer
It’s time to celebrate the abundance of zucchini! These gluten-free recipes make the most of this versatile vegetable and are sure to please. Enjoy it in a variety of ways for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
A 10-Minute Core Workout
Short on time? Try this 10-minute workout to strengthen your deep core muscles and obliques.
5 Strength Exercises for New Runners
Running is about more than just speed and miles. Strengthening your body can help you push the pace and go the distance.
6 Strategies to Cope With Medical Trauma
Frightening or distressing medical experiences are common. Lean on these strategies to overcome your fears.
Berry Chia Pudding Ice Pops
These creamy and sweet DIY ice pops have just four ingredients: fresh raspberries, full-fat yogurt, honey, and chia seeds.
How DHEA Levels Affect Your Sex Drive
DHEA (Dehydroepiandrosterone) is a precursor to testosterone, which stimulates the libido in both men and women.
How Do You Manage Keratosis Pilaris?
This common skin condition can be frustrating to deal with, but you can address it with this three-step plan.
The Rise in Male Body Dysmorphia
Research shows men feel a growing pressure to conform to certain body standards, resulting in heightened anxiety and depression.
How Humans Are Wired for Compassion
Our brains are wired to care for others, even when it may seem like too much to ask.
6 Summer-Training Tips to Become a Better Basketball Player
Advice from a Life Time Basketball trainer for improving your game over the off-season — plus, his two go-to shooting drills.
Healthy Aging and the Brain: 5 Ways to Improve Neuroplasticity
The importance of exercising our brains as we age and advice for easy ways to strengthen cognitive functioning.
How to Start Using Body-Neutral Language
Many of us inadvertently use language that reinforces the idea that thinness is better. Here’s how to speak with compassion.
Mango Chili Ice Pops
These creamy, sweet, and slightly spicy frozen treats contain just three ingredients: full-fat yogurt, mango — and red pepper flakes!
3 Moves You’ll See in SURRENDER Yoga
In combination with meditation breathing, these long-held stretches are designed to relieve tension in your body and mind.
4 Herbs to Boost Your Sex Drive
An Ayurvedic practitioner offers her go-to herbs for libido support.
5 Swimming-Gear Essentials to Keep Kids Safe in the Pool
A checklist for getting your child ready to jump in the water.
Contentment in Motion
Experience Life‘s editor in chief on using guided imagery and movement to stay calm, grounded, and ready for what life has to offer.
7 Ways to Protect Yourself From Ticks
Protect yourself this tick season with these tips.
PUMPING IRONY: It’s Your Move
The vast majority of older adults prefer to stay in their own home as they age, but a recent survey suggests most of us haven’t done the necessary planning to age in place. Thankfully, there are plenty of companies that make the relocation process more palatable.
Fecal Transplant in a Pill
Learn more about the first FDA-approved fecal-transplant pill, which is designed to treat C. diff..
The Importance of Maintaining Mobility as You Age
Mobility is a critical component of aging well. Experts explain how to maintain it for the long haul.
Pineapple Kombucha Ice Pops
These refreshing DIY ice pops have just three ingredients: kombucha, fresh pineapple, and fresh ginger.
5 Wellness Trends to Embrace This Summer
Here are a few self-care strategies to jump-start your health this season.
What Is Body Neutrality and How Can I Embrace It?
Why trading affirmation for acceptance can be freeing.
The Connection Between Circadian Rhythms and Overall Health
Learn how circadian rhythms affect your health — and how you can attune to your body’s many clocks.
20 Snack Ideas for Picky Kids
These gluten-free, vegetarian snacks are perfect for your kids — or anyone who needs an afternoon pick-me-up packed with wholesome ingredients.
10 Strategies to Help Halt Diet Talk
Comments and conversations related to diet culture can trigger complicated emotions involving food and weight. One expert offers advice for setting healthy boundaries.
Caprese Quinoa Salad
Put the “Q” in BBQ with this caprese quinoa salad — the ultimate healthy side dish for grill parties.
8 Beginner Strength-Training Moves for Body-Composition Change
Resistance training is an essential part of any fitness routine. These exercises can help boost metabolism and support fat loss.
What Are Some of the Latest Rules Around Health Club Etiquette?
Our fitness editor reflects on how to make health clubs more welcoming for everyone.
Kiwi Green Ice Pops
The sweet-tart flavor and bright green color of these frozen pops are sure to be a hit with both kids and adults.
Can Reducing Calories Really Help You Live Longer?
You’ve probably seen headlines that restricting calories can extend your lifespan. The reality might be a little more complicated.
5 Benefits of Summer Camp
Summer camps provide more than just nonstop fun: Kids can also gain new skills and knowledge that last well beyond summer’s end.
SOMETHING SIMPLE: Pan-Fried Halloumi With Cucumber Salad
Halloumi is a semihard cheese that can be grilled or fried without melting, creating a crispy outer layer and a soft, chewy center. This flavorful recipe takes less than 30 minutes to make.
14 Tips to Stay Cool During the Summer
Ideas for keeping yourself and your home cool during the dog days of summer.
Michelle’s Family Recipes for Filipino Sour Soup and Adobo
In honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Life Time team member Michelle Bleau shares her Filipino family recipes for sinigang soup and adobo.
How Positive Emotions Supercharge the Effects of Exercise
Psychologist Kelly McGonigal, PhD, on how a joyful approach to exercise can help people reach their fitness goals more easily.
Life Time in the News: “His Doctor Said He Wouldn’t Make it to 50 Years Old — So He Lost 230 Pounds”
How a doctor’s visit prompted this Life Time member to start a transformational weight-loss journey.
Start Now
Life Time’s founder, chairman, and CEO on what it takes to thrive in the modern world.
How to Use Nutrition to Improve Your Libido
Interest in sex may wane for many reasons, including aging. Here’s a list of key nutrients and herbs to support a strong, healthy sex drive.
PUMPING IRONY: The Pressure Is On
A new study casts doubt on the accuracy of blood-pressure readings taken in a doctor’s office — flawed data that often leads to unnecessary prescriptions and procedures. Some notable cardiologists are pushing for more effective options.
How to Do Lateral Raises
Optimize your lateral raise technique to get the most out of this shoulder-isolation exercise and its many variations.
ONE HEALTHY HABIT:
Hydrate Your Body
Take this month’s One Healthy Habit challenge to drink more water throughout the day and support your overall health and wellness.
Treatment Guidelines for Childhood Obesity Met With Concerns
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recently updated their guidelines to recommend earlier and more aggressive treatment options — including bariatric surgery and pharmaceuticals — for children identified as obese,. However, some experts are concerned. Here’s why.
Time for Summer Fun: The June Kids’ Events at Life Time
Check out what could be on your kiddos’ summer schedule.
Three 10-Minute Workouts to Build a Full-Body Strength Routine
Low on time, energy, or motivation? Try fitness stacking. Combining 10-minute bursts of activity might be just the trick you need to get moving.
How Olympian Mechelle Lewis Freeman Is Helping Others Find Their Strength
The Olympian, coach, and TrackGirlz founder is inspiring top-level athletes and the next generation to trust their potential and pursue their passions.
Behind the Scenes With Mechelle Lewis Freeman (Video)
Go behind the with scenes of Olympian Mechelle Lewis Freeman’s cover shoot for Experience Life magazine as she talks about inspiring people to move — now and throughout their lives.
Rainbow Ice Pops
This recipe is a healthy twist on the classic Bomb Pop.
How Do You Play Skinny Singles Pickleball?
This one-on-one pickleball variation can be a method of practice for improving your skills.
How Do Probiotics Support My Mental Health?
Having a healthy and happy gut is essential for a healthy brain. Here’s how probiotics can help.
Why Do I Crave Sugar When I’m Upset?
Sweet foods do provide a temporary boost to our mood. However, indulging in this habit can eventually make the stress response worse. Learn more.
8 Tips for Proper Desk Posture at Work
A chiropractor explains the effects of improper posture and what you can do to correct it.
The Joint-Friendly Water Workout
These pool-based cardio and strength exercises are easy on your joints — and all together add up to good workout.
7 Tips to Build Your Gut Health and Enhance Athletic Performance
A healthy gut can enhance athletic performance. Here are three nutritional strategies to boost gut health.
Longer Lives, But Healthier Ones?
Americans are living longer than in decades past — but are they healthier?
Step Inside: Life Time Walnut Creek
California welcomes its newest athletic country club to the Bay Area.
Can You Test For Celiac from the Comfort of Your Home?
Yes, but the results may not be conclusive. Learn more and determine if it’s right for you.
50 Ways to Make the Most of Summer
Remember when summer used to be fun? Here’s how to discover the joys of the season all over again.
Why Do I Lose My Appetite When I’m Anxious, Angry, or Sad?
Gain a better understanding of why certain emotions can affect your appetite.
How Does Zinc Support Mental Health?
The antidepressant properties of zinc are well known and well supported by research. Learn more.
PUMPING IRONY: The Long and the Short of It
The longevity industry once touted lengthy telomeres as the key to a long life. Turns out that theory doesn’t quite measure up.
Chill Out! 9 Delicious and Healthy Ice Pop Recipes
These homemade ice pops are fun, nutritious, and refreshing.
What Is Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivity?
Like celiac disease, non-celiac gluten sensitivity triggers a reaction from the immune system, which can range from mild to intense.
Is There a Difference Between Hunger and Cravings?
Yes, physical hunger is the body’s need for nourishment, while a craving is a desire for specific food and may be emotionally driven.
10 Summer-Read Recommendations
Looking for your next novel? Peruse this list — curated from a variety of Life Time team members — and head poolside.
What Are Some Natural Remedies to Reduce Situational Anxiety?
Discover three natural remedies to tamp down situational stress.
8 Tips for Healthy Grilling
Take your cooking outdoors this summer and grill delicious meals with fewer health risks.
How to Recognize and Satisfy ‘Heart Hunger’
People tend to associate hunger solely with physical nourishment, however, it is important to acknowledge what’s referred to as “heart hunger.” Learn more about how we can nourish this type of hunger.
5-Minute Meditation to Help You Take Pause
A quick breather for when you’re experiencing stress or a lack of ease.
How Do Omega-3s Support Mental Health?
Low omega-3 levels have been linked to mental health issues such as depression and ADHD. Here are some ways to make sure you are getting enough of these fatty acids.
Treating Plantar Fasciitis
One in 10 people suffer from plantar fasciitis at some point in their lives. Learn about new treatments that could help alleviate your symptoms.
How to Help Kids Manage Stress
Mental health experts offer tips for spotting signs of stress in children, along with healthy ways to help them cope. Plus, discover three mindfulness exercises for the whole family.
What’s Behind the Rise of Celiac Disease?
Yes, there has been an increase in awareness and testing for celiac disease, but there is still a rise in its prevalence. To understand what is happening and why, read on.
How Does Selenium Support Mental Health?
Selenium contains potent antioxidants, which can protect our brain cells and tamp down inflammation.
11 Natural Remedies for Insomnia, Anxiety, Brain Fog, and Fatigue
Occasional stressors like sleeplessness or fatigue can make it tempting to reach for over-the-counter drugs, but some mental health experts recommend trying nutritional supplements and remedies first.
3 Moves You’ll See in MAXOUT Lower Body
Exercises to strengthen and stabilize your lower body.
Has the Pandemic Changed Our Personalities?
Yes, according to recent research. Learn more about how the pandemic has made many of us less extroverted and more neurotic.
Basil Spring Rolls With Crispy Tofu and Black Vinegar Dipping Sauce
Flavorful and satisfying, these rolls combine fresh basil, mint, and cilantro with crispy, gently seared tofu.
PUMPING IRONY: When Cancer Strikes, Start Moving
While conventional wisdom tells us that we should rest and recover when cancer strikes, recent research suggests regular exercise may offer more benefits.
4 Antirotation Exercises to Build Core Strength
Antirotational exercises can improve alignment and core stability. Consider adding one of these moves to your next workout.
In It Together: 3 Life Skills Kids Can Gain From Group Activities
Exposing children to group environments provides opportunities for lifelong learning and growth.
Looking at Health From the Inside-Out
How one Life Time team member’s stroke taught him the importance of knowing the full picture of his health — and what he wants you to know about it too.
5 Tasty and Sustainable Treats
Enjoy the present and take care of the future with these snacks and beverages.
Why Do I Crave Salty Foods?
It may be a signal of low blood pressure or adrenal dysfunction, says our expert.
Consider Agritourism for Your Next Vacation
For your next vacation, check out the rural pleasures of an agritourism farm to get in touch with the land — and to better understand the sources of your food.
Does Fatigue Make Us Feel Hungrier?
Yes, and here’s why.
How to Help Kids Navigate Online Dieting Advice
While it’s hard enough for adults to resist the allure of online diet advice, the challenges for kids can be even greater. These experts offer thoughts for talking to your children about what they’re seeing on social media.
Food, Freedom, and Forgiveness: Julieta Cruz’s Success Story
A young woman learns to forgive and care for herself while healing her relationship with food.
From Antiaging to Proaging
As she approaches a milestone birthday, our fitness editor considers her motivation to keep moving.
What Are Some Natural Strategies and Remedies to Overcome Fatigue?
Try these lifestyle tweaks and supplements to support general fatigue.
PUMPING IRONY: Losing Teeth, Losing Hope
While government efforts to expand dental coverage for Medicare beneficiaries have fallen short, a new study describes how that lack of access affects U.S. seniors.
Garlic-Seared Steak With Asparagus
Asparagus brings bright and fresh flavor to this garlic-and-herb-butter steak — which can also be made with ghee to make dairy-free.
How Social Media Usage Can Influence Your Diet
Comparing what you eat to what social-media influencers eat can sabotage your diet. Here’s why.
Here’s How to Soothe Your Gut on Race Day
Experiencing gut issues such as cramping, bloating, or diarrhea on race day can significantly hinder an athlete’s performance. Here are some tips that can help.
How Does Iron Support Mental Health?
When iron levels are low, it can lead to various challenges such as low energy and brain fog. Here are some tips to help you increase your intake.
Everything to Know About Pilates at Life Time
A Pilates expert explains the basics of this practice and how to work it into your routine.
Savoring: The Key to Forgotten Happiness
When we fully notice and appreciate something, we create a pathway to joy.
What Is the Impact of Chronic Dieting on Appetite?
Missing a meal now and then won’t harm your hunger cues, but routinely repressing or ignoring them can scramble the body’s signals. Here’s what’s happening.
Spring Roll in a Bowl
This colorful and satisfying recipe offers a deconstructed take on spring rolls.
Are THC-Infused Drinks Safe?
It may be a bit too soon to know if so-called weed drinks are safe to consume. Learn more.
Are You Gluten-Intolerant? Here’s How to Find Out
The gold standard for identifying gluten sensitivity is an elimination diet. Here’s how to do one.
How Does Vitamin D to Support Mental Health?
Vitamin D, also known as the “sunshine vitamin,” is an essential nutrient that plays a crucial role in various bodily functions. Learn more about how vitamin D tamps down inflammation — and helps mental health.
A Recipe for Making a Magazine
Editor in chief Jamie Martin shares her thoughts on the creative process for creating Experience Life.
Why Do I Sometimes Feel Hungry Immediately After a Big Meal?
It may have something to do with what you ate — or didn’t eat.
How to Build Your Own Grain Bowl
Use this template to create your own grain bowl with your favorite ingredients. Amounts listed will yield one large or two small servings.
The Importance of Hydration For Daily Detoxing
Discover why it’s vital to maintain your hydration on a daily basis for overall health.
A Glossary of Lesser-Known Cooking Terms and Definitions
Ever wonder why a recipe says to “deglaze” the pan, or what it means to “fold” in egg whites? Get familiar with these culinary terms and their definitions.
How to Identify Physical Hunger
Physical hunger is the sensation that signals you to eat when your body needs nourishment. However, there are many underlying factors that contribute to this feeling.
The Role of B Vitamins in Supporting Mental Health
Discover the significance of this commonly overlooked supplement in managing the body’s stress response.
A Guide to Understanding Gluten and Gluten Sensitivity
Learn about the latest research on gluten intolerance.
Blueberry Blast Shake
Get a blast of blueberries and walnuts for brain-supportive benefits.
10 Strategies to Save Money on Healthy Groceries
Buying healthy groceries certainly seems to make more of a dent in the budget than it used to. One expert offers advice for taking a fresh look at your food expenses.
Which Supplements and Herbs Can Help Me With Insomnia?
Discover natural remedies to manage sleeplessness without relying on over-the-counter drugs.
How Your Gut Microbiome Can Affect Your Athletic Performance
Research is beginning to shed light on the relationship between the gut microbiome and improved athletic performance. Discover how these two seemingly unrelated factors are connected.
The Spirit of a Place
Where you spend your time is as important as how you spend your time, says Life Time founder, chairman, and CEO Bahram Akradi.
How Does Magnesium Support Mental Health?
From supporting adrenals to supporting sleep, magnesium plays a vital role in supporting mental health as well. To learn more, read on.
Rainbow Spring Rolls With Peanut Sauce
Enjoy this colorful and nutritious roll that’s made from a medley of fresh vegetables and wrapped in rice paper.
Food, People, Community: A Q&A With Chef Yia Vang
Union Hmong Kitchen chef Yia Vang has been featured in Bon Appetit and competed on The Iron Chef, but his passion lies in using food to foster relationships and community.
PUMPING IRONY: To Think Better as You Age, Think Positive
Previous research has shown how maintaining a positive attitude toward aging may enhance your health. A new study suggests it may even help seniors recover lost cognitive function.
What Is Muscle Testing and How Does It Work?
A guide to understanding the muscle tests used by kinesiology practitioners.
9 Common Questions Answered About Hunger Cravings
If you’re feeling famished you probably need food, but sometimes hunger and cravings can clue us in to what we need — physically and emotionally. We just have to tune in to our body.
Which Supplements and Herbs Can Help Me Combat Brain Fog?
For persistent brain fog, these three herbs may help.
Best Summer Ever: 9 Ways to Spend a Day at the Beach Club
Ideas for relaxation and active fun during the sunny season at Life Time.
3 Recipes to Create Fresh Spring Rolls at Home
These tasty spring rolls are surprisingly simple to make at home — and easy to fill with plenty of seasonal produce.
Why Using a Personal Trainer Can Help You Reach Your Fitness Goals
Working with a personal trainer can transform your health-and-fitness efforts. Find the right one to work with — and make some fitness progress as a team.
SOMETHING SIMPLE: Little Green Salad
Simple, healthy, and ready in just five minutes.
9 Common Reasons to See a Chiropractor
Are you wondering if you should seek chiropractic care? Here’s why many people choose to include it in their routines.
Spring Training: A Time to Go for New Goals
Inspiration for pursuing your spring fitness routine from Life Time Dynamic Personal Trainers.
The Health Effects of Air Pollution and What You Can Do About It
Poor air quality not only affects the vulnerable but also the young and healthy. Learn what you can do to help keep your lungs healthy.
PUMPING IRONY: Unassisted
Chafing at what they view as inadequate government reimbursements, assisted-living facilities in recent months have been evicting Medicaid beneficiaries at a disturbing rate. The consequences for the industry are negligible; for the low-income seniors, they can be tragic.
How Walking Strengthens Your Heart and Lungs
For more cardiovascular benefits, you can increase your pace and walk up and down hills.
8 Key Supplements to Boost Your Mental Health — Naturally
Herbs, supplements, and other natural remedies promote well-being — yet separating help from hype can be challenging. Follow this expert guidance.
How to Make the Most of Parents Night Out at Life Time
Meet a few moms and dads who are loving this membership benefit.
What Supplements Can Help Increase My Energy?
Top picks from a Life Time dietitian and trainer.
How to Do the Donkey Kick
Build strength and stability with this low-impact lower-body move.
Purple Collagen Smoothie
Give your mornings a boost with this vanilla-collagen-packed smoothie.
ONE HEALTHY HABIT:
Pack Healthy Snacks
May’s One Healthy Habit challenge aims to help you handle hunger pangs and afternoon energy slumps.
6 Dynamic Core Training Exercises
Rotation and antirotation are vital for injury prevention and athletic performance. Incorporate both with this dynamic core routine.
Is Yoga Teacher Training Right for Me?
Four certified yoga teachers share their experiences with Life Time’s yoga teacher training program.
Can Trauma Foster Personal Development?
Some of us struggling in the wake of trauma can also, in time, experience personal growth. This concept is called posttraumatic growth.
Why Lunges?
Tips to Make the Most of Your Walk
While walking may seem like a simple and natural movement, there are things to keep in mind to ensure that you get the most out of your walk and avoid injury. Read on to learn more.
7 Nutrients That Provide Allergy Relief
Here are some nutrient-rich foods that can help relieve allergy symptoms naturally.
4 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Expressing a Strong Emotion
Practicing healthy emotional expression helps us to acknowledge our emotions without letting them control us. Use these questions to determine the most appropriate way to express your feelings in any situation.
Fire Up the Grill! 11 Healthy Recipes to Enjoy
From main dishes to vegan sides and even dessert, these grillable recipes are perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or planning a weekend cookout.
How to Eat a More Climate-Friendly Diet
We know that our food choices affect our individual health; they also matter to the health of the planet.
How to Face Your Fears: 3 Expert Tips
Directly expressing our feelings of fear can help build trust and intimacy in relationships. Here are some strategies to face your fears.
Exercising Safely with Parkinson’s Disease
Consistent exercise can help slow the progression of Parkinson’s. Experts weigh in on how to get the best results.
How Walking Boosts Your Metabolism
Walking is a form of NEAT (Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis) and can help optimize metabolism. Read on to learn more.
How Climate Change Is Extending the Allergy Season — and What You Can Do About It
The increasing amount of carbon dioxide in the air, warmer temperatures, and longer growing seasons are increasing allergy symptoms in many parts of the world. Here’s what you can do to keep your immune system in tip-top shape.
PUMPING IRONY: The Big Chill
Cold is having a moment among longevity researchers, who argue that we should embrace a little shivering in order to extend our lifespan. My own experience suggests their theories may get a chilly reception.
How Can I Help My Child Understand and Manage Their Emotions?
Here are five steps to help teach emotional literacy to your kids.
Almond Oat Protein Cookies
These vegan cookies, made with almond butter, avocado oil, rolled oats, and vanilla protein powder, are a great on-the-go snack for your kids — and you!
How to Say Goodbye to a Pet
Here are some expert tips to help you make the most of the remaining days with your beloved pet.
How Climate Change is Contributing to the Spread of Vector-Borne Illnesses — and How to Protect Yourself
As a result of climate change and expanding urban development, vector-borne illnesses and infections, which are transmitted through ticks, mosquitoes, and fleas, are becoming more common. These diseases pose a serious threat to human health. Learn more.
How to Build Mental Resilience Through Thermaculture
Learn how the practice of activating your body’s thermoregulation response can help you improve your stress tolerance for daily life.
How Walking Enhances Healthy Aging
Regular walks can help stave off cardiovascular disease and dementia — and may even increase your lifespan.
4 Steps to Let Go of Guilt and Shame
Brené Brown, PhD, suggests that embracing our vulnerability can help us develop “shame resilience.” Learn how.
Step Inside: Life Time Miami at The Falls
Florida welcomes another athletic country club to the southern Miami area.
How Extreme Temperatures Caused by Climate Change Can Affect Your Health — and How to Stay Safe
Explore these tips to stay healthy during periods of extreme heat.
Chocolate Frozen Yogurt Bark
Made with protein powder, this indulgent treat will satisfy your cravings and provide sustained energy.
PUMPING IRONY: The Disease of Disconnection
While physical frailty among seniors has been well documented, recent research suggests that social frailty may be even more prevalent — and lead to similar health issues.
Strength, Mobility, Balance: Introducing ARORA Fit
A Q&A with the creators of the new signature group training format that’s designed for active older adults.
Stress Less With ARORA Fitness
However you prefer to unwind or destress, there’s an ARORA class for you.
How to Plant a Tree
Tree-planting advice from native-plant expert Lynn Steiner.
How Walking Aids Digestion
Walking not only improves digestion but can also help reduce insulin levels and regulate blood sugar.
How to Deal With Sadness and Grief: 4 Expert Tips
These strategies can help you cope when feelings of sadness arise.
How Clean Is Treated Wastewater?
Think the water that goes down your toilet or drain and out to our waterways is sufficiently treated? Think again.
Chocolate Pecan Pie Energy Bites
These high-protein energy bites, which include chocolate collagen powder and dates, are delicious and convenient for busy days.
How to Establish Healthy Boundaries With Grandparents
Supportive grandparents can be a godsend for you and your kids — but disagreements about parenting may create tension. Setting healthy boundaries can help you find a balance.
Why Fitness Competitions?
Fuel Your Busy Days With These High-Protein Snacks
Keep some of these whole-food options on hand for when you need a high-protein snack.
Uncovering the Illusion of Separation
Do you feel cut off from others and even yourself? When we begin to understand our interconnectedness to everything, our natural powers of healing thrive.
What Are the Health Benefits of Quercetin?
Quercetin can help with allergies, brain health, heart health, and more. It can easily be incorporated into your healthy eating routine.
How Walking Keeps Your Body Balanced
If you’re deskbound, taking a five-minute walk every hour can make a big difference in your overall health and well-being. Here’s why.
Can I Plan Around the Phases of My Menstrual Cycle to Boost Athletic Performance?
Learn how to use cycle syncing to get the most from your fitness routine.
The Hidden Costs of Family Caregiving
Here’s a closer look at the financial and emotional costs of providing care for your loved ones.
Want a Mental Health Boost? Take a Walk
Discover how the simple act of walking can help restore your nervous system.
What Is Red Light Therapy?
Learn about this beauty trend and how it may benefit your skin and overall wellness.
How to Deal With Anger: 3 Expert Tips
Strategies to help stay in control when feelings of anger arise.
How to Care for An Aging Pet
Animal friends are good for our health — but caring for senior pets comes with challenges. Experts share tips for supporting your best pals through their golden years.
Do Pedestrian- and Bike-Friendly Policies Boost a City’s Overall Health?
Yes, according to a recent analysis from Blue Zones.
16 Delicious Brunch Recipes
These spring-inspired recipes are a great way to create a healthy and nutritious meal for your friends and family.
8 Tips to Pick the Best Produce
Spring is prime time for some of your favorite veggies and fruits. Select the freshest options with these tips.
How Climate Change Affects Your Health — and How to Build Resilience
Extreme weather and other climate conditions are affecting our bodies and minds. Discover strategies to build resilience.
Mango Cheesecake Smoothie
Cottage cheese provides a rich and luxurious texture to this high-protein smoothie.
PUMPING IRONY: Java Jive?
The latest news on the coffee front promises no end of salutary benefits for diehard bean lovers — if you don’t mind a little sleep deprivation and some heart palpitations.
Seeking Awe
The founder and CEO of Life Time on the importance of finding awe.
Finding Strength in Partnership
FDA Proposes Updates to “Healthy” Food Criteria
Many sugary cereals and sweetened yogurts will no longer be able to market their foods as “healthy” under the proposed rules.
The Powerful Health Benefits of Walking
Going for a walk — though often underrated and underappreciated — is one of the most powerful things you can do for your health. Here’s why.
Empty Nest, New Beginnings: Lisa Samalonis’s Success Story
A single mother whose life revolved around her kids finds inner peace and community at her local health club.
Step into Comfort: Walking Shoes for All-Day Comfort
Here are five of our favorite shoes that can go the distance.
Fitness Classes for Your Feelings
Guidance for choosing a workout class based on your current mood.
12 Fresh and Healthy Asparagus Recipes to Enjoy This Spring
Asparagus is a versatile and delicious spring vegetable that can be used in a variety of dishes. These 12 asparagus recipes are easy to make and will enhance your next meal!
What Is Feldenkrais?
Learn how this practice can help realign movement patterns and relieve both acute and chronic pain.
Cycling for Change
As an athlete and industry innovator, HED Cycling cofounder Anne Hed is on a mission to make cycling more accessible and welcoming for everyone.
5 Common Types of Headaches and What They Mean
The area where you feel a headache can help explain its root cause.
6 Difficult Emotions and How to Deal With Them
We often resist challenging emotions, like anger and sadness, but embracing and accepting them is a key step toward wholeness.
Navigating Transitions
Experience Life‘s editor in chief shares how coaching her daughter’s baskteball team reminded her how difficult transitions can be on the court — and in life.
Can Quercetin Relieve Your Seasonal Allergies?
Learn how this common nutrient can provide relief.
SOMETHING SIMPLE: Spicy Braised Tofu
This protein-rich, vegetarian main dish is ready in less than 15 minutes.
PUMPING IRONY: When Artificial Intelligence Overrules the Real Thing
Medicare Advantage insurers are increasingly using algorithms rather than actual medical reports to justify controversial denials of coverage. The effects on patients can be devastating.
What Contributes to Chronic Inflammation?
Chronic inflammation can be spurred by a broad range of factors — but identifying them can be key to restoring balance.
Why Massage?
Homemade Root Veggie Baby Food
A simple and versatile recipe to keep your little one fed and nourished.
How to Use Nutrition to Relieve Acid Reflux
Try these foods and supplements to calm your reflux symptoms.
6 Ways Gardening Is the Ultimate Mind–Body Workout
The health benefits of gardening go beyond reaping a harvest of vegetables and fruits.
STRONG BODY, STONG MIND: Spring Awakening
Our fitness editor on being patient with yourself in your fitness journey.
What Are Signs of Chronic Inflammation?
Weight-loss resistance, brain fog, mood disorders, and rheumatoid arthritis are just a few. Read on to learn more.
What Is a Scalp Detox?
For healthier hair, scalp care is key. A LifeSpa hairstylist explains the dos and don’ts of scalp detoxing for lusher locks.
Step Inside: Life Time Clarendon
Virginia welcomes its newest athletic country club to the Arlington area.
Fuel Your Body With These 5 High-Protein Snacks
These protein-packed recipes are ideal to-go snacks for work, school, sports, or wherever the day takes you.
Make the World a Better Place: Plant a Tree!
Trees clean the air, battle the climate crisis, and do so much more for the planet. Planting one is a simple way to take action.
ONE HEALTHY HABIT: Declutter Your Spaces
Build healthy patterns with our One Healthy Habit challenge. This month, we sort through all the stuff.
Barre Arms: Sculpt Your Upper Body With These 6 Exercises
Harness these dance-inspired, low-impact barre-arm exercises to build upper-body strength and endurance.
What Is Gravel Cycling, and How Can I Get Started?
Back roads, dust, beautiful scenery, and bicycling joy: a primer on gravel cycling.
3 Strategies to Ease Financial Stress
Two financial experts share their insights about how to relieve the effects of financial stress and when to seek help.
5 Surprising Factors to Reduce the Risk of Dementia
Eating well, prioritizing sleep, and exercising help to protect against dementia, but there are other several other factors that play an important role as well. Learn more.
Pro Gravel Cyclist Sara Sturm on Winning, Losing, and the Value of Rest
One of the country’s top gravel racers shares her approach to riding, competing, and the valuable lessons gravel racing has taught her about life.
What to Do When Someone You’re Dating Ghosts You
Getting ghosted can be upsetting, even for the most resilient of people. Try these simple strategies to move on.
Mixed Berry Sorbet
This simple combination of frozen berries, raw honey, and apple juice is a great after-dinner treat.
PUMPING IRONY: Swamped?
Seniors living in “food swamps” — communities dominated by convenience stores, fast-food outlets, and other purveyors of unhealthy fare — may be more susceptible to strokes, according to a new study. Call me skeptical.
6 Strategies to Manage Chronic Inflammation
Inflammation is highly responsive to diet and lifestyle interventions, which can help our bodies cool down and our immune systems become better regulated. Focusing on these six behaviors can make a difference.
What Is Inflammation?
How to Read Your Sweat
Could the new Gx Sweat Patch boost your fitness performance by monitoring your sweat?
The Trouble With Antacids
Discover how chronic use of this common over-the-counter medication can become problematic.
Step Inside: Life Time Beaverton
Oregon welcomes its first Life Time athletic country club to the state.
5 Moves You’ll See in ARORA Tai Chi
Learn about the benefits of this practice — and a few of the moves you’ll do in class.
Pesto Salmon With Asparagus
Make this meal on one-sheet or on the grill and enjoy the bright flavors from the pesto and fresh lemon juice.
Create a Healthy Work Space With These Desk-Worthy Goods
Make your office space better for your body.
5 Ways to Train Like an Athlete
Expert advice on becoming a better athlete through cultivating a better perspective on being a human — and not just a human body.
What Is Lymphatic-Drainage Massage?
This practice depuffs the skin and circulates fluids to provide internal and external benefits.
How Do Eating Behaviors Trigger Acid Reflux?
Eating too quickly or while stressed can trigger gastroesophageal reflux disease or GERD. Here are several expert suggestions to tamp down the flames.
Which Health Conditions Are Considered Inflammatory?
Chronic conditions such as autoimmune disorders, Alzheimer’s, and certain types of arthritis indicate some level of inflammation.
Avocado Green Goddess Dressing With Basil
Elevate your salad experience with this creamy, vegan dressing.
How to Balance Your Cortisol Levels Naturally
The “stress hormone” cortisol is essential for energy and health, but when it’s out of balance, you are too. Learn how to manage low cortisol levels and high cortisol levels to keep inflammation, cravings, and belly fat at bay.
PUMPING IRONY: Worrisome Advice?
Anxiety disorders are pervasive among the Medicare set, so why is the government counseling doctors to screen only younger patients?
What is EFT and How Does it Work?
Learn how to manage stress and emotional challenges with Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), also known as tapping.
What Is Autonomic Nervous System (ANS) Testing?
The ANS controls the body’s involuntary bodily functions, such as breathing, and dysregulation of the ANS may reflect an underlying disease. Could this testing become part of your annual check-up?
How Exercise Strengthens Your Immune System
Continued research supports that exercise does reduce your likelihood of becoming sick. Here are three new findings.
How Does Chronic Inflammation Affect the Body?
If left unchecked, chronic inflammation can lead to nerve damage, type-2 diabetes, heart disease, and other chronic conditions. Learn more.
The 7 Roots of Resilience
Stay steady through hard times with these seven tips.
Spanish Salsa Verde
This fresh green sauce is perfect over fish or chicken, tossed with rice or pasta, or as a topping for eggs.
Women at Work: Insights, Wisdom, and Advice
Five Life Time Work leaders share their advice for women who are looking to both thrive in their careers and achieve balance.
Real Presence
Experience Life‘s editor-in-chief on how to shush your inner taskmaster and invest in self-care.
How Can I Figure Out What Triggers My Acid Reflux?
Caffeine, alcohol, citrus, and fried foods might be to blame.
Got the Blues? Ultraprocessed Food May Be to Blame
Highly processed foods, which are typically high on the glycemic index, can reduce levels of serotonin and dopamine — and potentially contribute to depression and anxiety.
Aquafaba Mayo
Aquafaba, which is the liquid in which dried beans are cooked, is a common vegan egg replacement. Here, it’s used along with Dijon mustard, paprika, turmeric, and more to make a flavorful mayonnaise-like spread.
PUMPING IRONY: Every Breath You Take
While air quality nationwide has improved markedly since the turn of the century, recent research highlights the cognitive damage that even low levels of pollution can exact on the aging brain.
What Causes the Inflammation Response to Become Chronic?
Chronic stress, a poor diet, and environmental toxins can all lead to the inflammation response getting stuck in the “on” position. Here’s why.
SOMETHING SIMPLE: Veracruz-Style Whitefish
This recipe is inspired by pescado a la veracruzana, a colorful Mexican dish that’s quick to prep and full of bright flavor.
Why Ultra Fit?
Step Inside: Life Time The Shops at Riverside
Get to know this unique, studio-centric Life Time destination in Hackensack, N.J.
How to Become a Digital Minimalist
A three-step plan to streamline your digital life and reclaim time for what matters most to you.
What Is Your Digital Carbon Footprint?
An exploration into the hidden eco-costs of our digital lifestyles — and what we can do about it.
No Distractions: Ryan Frankel’s Success Story
One man is inspired to advocate for more attentive driving after being injured in an accident involving a distracted motorist.
Vegan Nacho Queso
Soaked cashews, almond milk, and nutritional yeast give this blender recipe a creamy, cheesy consistency.
Why We Still Need Cookbooks
Our food editor makes the case for setting our devices to the side and going analog in the kitchen — plus, four cookbooks she is loving right now.
The Trials and Tribulations of the Everyday Athlete
We often push our bodies to their limits — and that’s not always a good thing. Here’s how to balance athletic pursuits with respect for your body, your mind, and your loved ones.
PUMPING IRONY: Take Two Bean Sprouts and Call Me in the Morning
More than a half century after health-food activists began promoting the notion that food is medicine, public and private initiatives are finally taking shape. But formidable obstacles — some political, some institutional, and some purely personal — loom on the horizon.
How Chronic Inflammation Affects Your Health
Our bodies need inflammation to fight off infection, but too much of it for too long can spur a wide range of illnesses. Learning to manage it effectively is key.
Pain: A Positive Perspective
Bahram Akradi, founder, chairman, and CEO of Life Time, shares his thoughts on reframing our perception of pain.
When It Comes to Exercise, What Is the Minimum Effective Dose?
“Go hard or go home” isn’t the only way to exercise. Instead, you can exercise smarter — not harder — using a minimum-effective-dose approach.
7 Simple Ways to Improve Social Connection
Our screens often keep us from fully engaging with the people right in front of us. Discover several strategies to show that you’re present.
Why Alpha?
7 Ways to Be a Great Workout Partner
Support each other’s fitness goals and make the most of your time together.
5 Ways to Manage Acid Reflux Without Medication
Acid reflux is unpleasant and all too common. Integrative nutritionists share how to manage acid reflux symptoms and rediscover the pleasure of eating.
5 Healthy-Living Experts Share Their Strategies for Using Tech Mindfully
We reconnected with five of our past cover-story personalities for insights on building healthier habits with our devices.
What Supplements Can Support My Body-Composition Goals?
Recommendations from a Life Time dietitian and trainer.
Maple-Cider Vinaigrette
A little sweet and a little tangy, this homemade vinaigrette is sure to bring life to your next salad.
How Can a Chiropractor Help Me Reach My Fitness Goals?
A LifeClinic practitioner explains the connections between regular, preventative chiropractic care and fitness progress.
What are the Health Benefits of Oranges?
Oranges are a nutritional powerhouse packed with vitamins and minerals. Learn more and how to enjoy this fruit (even the peel!).
ONE HEALTHY HABIT:
Avoid Screens at Bedtime
This month’s One Healthy Habit challenge puts time limits on your tech use for better rest at night — and an easier start the next day.
PUMPING IRONY: Eat Less, Live Longer?
The latest longevity research suggests that calorie restriction may slow the pace of aging, but questions about the design of these types of studies — and the threat of sparking eating disorders — muddle its conclusions.
The Gardener’s Workout: 7 Functional Moves to Prevent Injury
Gardening is a great workout, but it may cause a lot of wear and tear on the body. These moves can help you tackle yard projects big and small.
Can You Analyze Your Dreams? Yes, and Here’s How
Your subconscious is speaking to you while you’re sleeping. Here are strategies to uncover what it’s saying.
Farmer’s Chicken
James Beard inspired my family to make this dish. His recipe was based on a traditional field hand’s lunch handed down from Spanish settlers in Southern California.
6 Creative Blender Recipes (That Aren’t Smoothies!)
Try one of these recipes to whip up something delicious.
How to Do the Halo
Boost your shoulder mobility and challenge your core strength with this two-for-one move. Elevate your routine with one of the several variations available.
Why GTX?
A Look at the Stress Reaction and Heart Health Lab Panel
What blood markers are tested and why knowing them can positively impact your health plan and trajectory.
How to Use Dating Apps More Mindfully
Online dating offers a world of potential at your fingertips, but it can also lead to stress and anxiety. Our experts share advice for dating more mindfully.
How to Use Guided Imagery
Guided imagery can be a powerful support tool for health recovery, goal realization, and emotional healing. Here are some practical guidelines to follow when finding the right program for your needs.
14 Healthier Desserts to Make for Valentine’s Day
From a simple yogurt dip served with fresh fruit to an elegant gluten-free raw chocolate tart, these recipes are sure to delight the loved ones in your life.
Step Inside: Life Time Stamford Downtown
Connecticut welcomes its first Life Time athletic country club.
Lemon-Caper Chicken and Cauliflower Rice
You can make this gluten-free and dairy-free recipe by Danielle Walker in less than 30 minutes.
Can Antibiotics Affect Your Ability to Exercise?
Yes, according to recent research, and it all comes down to how antibiotics throw the microbiome out of balance. Learn why.
PUMPING IRONY: The Price of Prevention
Barely one in three U.S. seniors is vaccinated against shingles, despite their vulnerability to the often-dangerous virus. One reason for their hesitancy became all too clear when I got the bill for my shot.
Why Gravel Racing?
“Speak” Your Partner’s Love Language at Life Time
Ideas for expressing and receiving love that can all be done at your athletic country club.
Everything You Need to Know About Bodyweight Strength with Coach Kemma
Learn about this do-anywhere training plan designed to kick-start your love of fitness.
What Are the Health Benefits of Limes?
Common in South Asian, Southeast Asian, and Latin American cooking, this bright citrus fruit contains flavonoids, phytonutrients, and antioxidants. Learn how to add more of this citrus fruit to your day.
4 Fitness Markers to Evaluate Your Health
Are you aging well? Try out these four fitness tests that have been linked to a reduced mortality risk.
For the Win: 15 Game-Day Recipes
Score a taste-bud touchdown with this trainer-approved game-day spread.
What Is Medical Gaslighting?
Medical gaslighting occurs when a healthcare provider dismisses a patient’s symptoms as unimportant, psychosomatic, or as a manifestation of hypochondria.
What are the Health Benefits of Grapefruit?
Grapefruit is a tropical citrus fruit that is known for its sweet, tart, and bitter taste. Its high levels of vitamin C, antioxidants, and fiber make it extremely healthy. Learn more and find new ways to enjoy this fruit.
PUMPING IRONY: Don’t Just Sit There, Do Something!
Sitting may be the new smoking, but recent research suggests that what you happen to be doing while parked in a chair — or on the couch — may mitigate its effect on your aging brain.
California Dinner Salad With Maple-Cider Vinaigrette
Make this salad your own by incorporating a variety of fruit, nuts, and seeds and then topping off with a homemade maple-cider vinaigrette.
5 Techniques for Managing Stress in the Moment
Try these quick exercises for immediate support during stressful times.
What Are the Risk Factors and Triggers for Functional Neurological Disorders?
It turns out there are a variety of different triggers, say experts.
20 Clever Kitchen Tricks
Cooking needn’t feel like a chore. Try these tips to save time, money, and resources.
PUMPING IRONY: Forever Young?
The latest revelations from a leader in the antiaging industry promise a treatment that could dial back the years, perhaps extending our lifespans indefinitely. But is the goal a longer life or something even more elusive?
3 Life Time Coaches Give Their Top Tips for Healthy Transformation
Consider these simple tips from our experts to help you make progress toward your healthy goals.
New York State of Mind: Life Time to Add Destinations in the New York City Area
Get a preview of the two new Life Time Athletic Country Clubs set to open in notable neighborhoods of this iconic city in 2024 and 2025.
How Much Protein Do I Need?
What is Biocultivated Meat?
Faux meat, alt-meat, clean meat, and in vitro meat are all terms being used to describe this lab-grown product. Proponents believe it could feed the world. Others are doubtful. Learn more.
How to Relieve a Stiff Neck
Simple strategies for addressing and preventing discomfort in your neck.
What Are the Health Benefits of Lemons?
High in vitamin C, these tart fruits can support liver function, soothe a cough, and more. Learn about their health benefits — plus, 7 ways to use them more.
How Do I Wash My Hair?
There are more steps to this personal-care habit than one might think.
How to Do Happy Baby Pose
Open your hips, stretch your inner thighs, and relax with this restorative yoga pose.
12 Hearty Crock-Pot Meals
Created by our Life Time experts, these slow-cooker meals are easy, delicious, and packed with nutrition!
PUMPING IRONY: A Parley With Parkinson’s
While I only occasionally wonder whether Parkinson’s awaits me somewhere down the road, recent research provides some calming evidence that lifestyle changes may help keep the disease at bay.
6 Ways to Network at a Coworking Space
A Life Time Work leader shares his advice for how to make meaningful professional connections in communal office environments.
Why 1-2-12?
20-Minute 60day Workout to Get You Stronger
In this sample Sweat Session you’ll perform three movements for four rounds, going down in reps and up in weights as you go, before finishing with a core block.
Make-Ahead Breakfast Bowls
Start your day satiated and with energy from the mix of veggies, protein, fat, and whole-food carbohydrates in this meal-prep-perfect bowl.
How to Talk With Kids About Climate Change
Kids are vulnerable to climate anxiety. Here’s how to talk to them about what climate change might mean for their lives.
Danielle Walker’s Grain-Free, Dairy-Free Mac and Cheese
In less than 30 minutes, you can make this creamy family-friendly dish.
Creamy Chicken Tortilla Soup
Slow cook this dairy-free soup in a crockpot to bring out the flavors, or whip together on the stove in 20 minutes or less by using pre-cooked chicken.
Reassessing New Year’s Resolutions
Life Time Dynamic Personal Trainers share their thoughts on New Year’s resolutions — and offer tips for sticking to your healthy-living goals all year long.
Survey Says: Building Muscle Is a Top Fitness Focus for 2023
A recent survey reveals that building muscle topped weight loss for the most popular fitness goal in 2023.
Survey Says: It’s Never Too Late in Life to Make Fulfilling Friendships
A recent study shows that adults aged 55 and older are craving more social activity and satisfying relationships — which helps them adopt healthier habits.
Live Longer by Increasing Your Exercise Efforts
Studies indicate that doubling, and even quadrupling, the government recommendations for exercise can significantly reduce your risk of mortality.
PUMPING IRONY: Operating Principles
U.S. seniors undergo about a million major surgeries every year, often without fully considering the risks. The consequences can be deadly.
Your First Week of Workouts at Life Time
A Dynamic Personal Trainer’s seven-day guide to jump-start your fitness if you’re new to or restarting a club routine.
How to Break Free From the ‘Laziness Lie’
Psychologist Devon Price deconstructs the myth that we’d all be better off if we were a little less idle.
How to Detox With Whole Foods
Expert Advice: How Can I Cut Back on Alcohol?
Whether for dry January or at any other time of the year.
What Is a Functional Neurological Disorder?
Hybrid disorders of the brain, mind, and body once confounded physicians and researchers. Today experts are beginning to uncover the conditions’ complexities — and how to treat them.
Shrimp Scampi
Substitute spaghetti squash for pasta in this quick and healthy recipe from Danielle Walker.
7 Healthy-Living Experts Share Their Go-To Daily Habits
Looking to make a healthy habit change? Take inspiration from Life Time experts and their daily non-negotiables.
The Health Benefits of Citrus Fruits
Why these bright, succulent fruits are so good for your health. Plus, creative ways to use them!
A Fresh Slate
Editor in chief Jamie Martin shares what has inspired the stories in Experience Life through the years and introduces you to our exciting new magazine sections.
PUMPING IRONY: Just Business as Usual
An 18-month congressional investigation turned up plenty of dirt on the FDA’s dealings with Biogen during the agency’s controversial approval of the company’s Alzheimer’s drug, but its recommendations suggest the status quo will likely remain unchanged.
What’s Your Enneagram Fitness Personality?
Harness your personality’s basic instincts to build a sustainable, effective exercise routine you’ll love.
What Is Self-Care, Really?
Discover Five Wits: Life Time’s NYC Destinations Debut New York-Based Eco-Luxury Personal-Care Products
Life Time members will have an elevated experience with the introduction of this high-end amenity.
8 Tips to Overcome Fear of Going to the Gym
Anxiety about being judged can lead to a fear of exercising in public settings. Try these tips to increase your confidence — and then celebrate what you can do.
Our 22 Most Popular Healthy-Eating Recipes of 2022
Mix your meal and snack repertoire in the new year with this roundup of our most-viewed recipes from the last year.
Time to Play: The January and February Kids’ Events at Life Time
Explore what’s on the schedule for your kiddos over the next couple of months.
On Gratitude
As we start another new year, let’s make a new type of resolution: to express more thanks.
Do Sore Muscles Mean I Got a Good Workout?
Our fitness editor explains what your muscle soreness is trying to tell you. (Hint: It has nothing to do with the quality of your workout.)
How to Ask for Help in Times of Need
We all need somebody to lean on, but it’s not always easy to ask for help when we need it. These expert insights offer ideas for overcoming resistance — and knowing what to say.
What Is Energy Medicine?
Healing modalities that are nonpharmaceutical and noninvasive may sound “soft,” but many of them have been proven by centuries of use.
Biking for Healing
Olympian and 2022 Life Time Grand Prix winner Haley Hunter Smith’s passion for cycling also proved to be an essential tool for managing her mental well-being.
How Guided Imagery Can Boost Your Health — and Performance
Guided imagery can be a powerful support for health recovery, goal realization, and emotional healing. Here’s why.
Shake School With Coach Anika
Anika Christ, RD, CPT, walks through how to make a healthy, tasty protein shake.
A First Year of Fun: ARORA 2022 Events
See the ways our ARORA community moved and engaged together in our first official year.
The 4 Pillars of a Joyful Life
Two integrative-health experts offer tips on how to overcome depression and anxiety — and rediscover your joy.
PUMPING IRONY: “Kinless” but Not Hopeless
Growing old without the support of a spouse, children, or siblings can present daunting health challenges, but some who choose that path find it to be more blissful than you might imagine.
Our Experts’ Top Health and Wellness Trends to Watch in 2023
Life Time experts share their predictions for what will be up and coming in the next year.
Jonah Kest on the Power of Yoga
Jonah Kest shares insights on the power yoga has to support, nourish, and transform our lives.
Sheet-Pan Breakfast: Beet and Sausage Breakfast Hash
This veggie-packed hash has beets, kale, parsnips, and more.
How to Use Food Combining to Aid Digestion
Learn which foods work well together to ease digestive distress.
6 Exercises for Shoulder Pain
Performing this combination of strength and mobility exercises will help ease shoulder pain, make everyday tasks easier, and even improve athletic performance.
ONE HEALTHY HABIT:
Practice Gratitude
This month’s One Healthy Habit challenge inspires a daily routine to express your appreciation — and boosts your well-being in the process.
ONE HEALTHY HABIT:
Get Outside Every Day
This year, we’re building healthy habits together. Join us by starting with this One Healthy Habit challenge.
16 Tips for Upgrading Your Fitness Routine in 2023
Seven healthy-living experts share their go-to advice for embracing healthy habits and sticking to your goals in the New Year.
4 Quick and Healthy Recipes From Danielle Walker
Best-selling author Danielle Walker’s latest cookbook, Healthy in a Hurry, is full of fast, approachable recipes to help you eat well with less stress.
How Awe Can Create a Greater Sense of Happiness
Psychologist Dacher Keltner on how awe can transform your life.
6 Exercises to Help You Get Down on the Floor — and Up off the Floor — With Ease
Have you done a sit-stand test? The ability to get up off the floor with minimal support is a marker of longevity. Practice these moves to improve flexibility, balance, motor coordination, and muscle power.
Can Chronic Inflammation in the Body Cause Mental Illness?
Researchers have begun exploring the link between chronic inflammation and psychiatric disorders.
PUMPING IRONY: This Is Your Brain on Junk Food
As Big Pharma’s latest Alzheimer’s drug faces renewed skepticism, a new study suggests that avoiding ultraprocessed food may be a more promising approach to maintaining healthy cognitive function as we age.
How to Make Your Ski Vacation More Environmentally Friendly
Downhill skiing and snowboarding are environmentally expensive sports. Can they become more sustainable?
Sheet-Pan Breakfast: Green Shakshuka Sheet-Pan Breakfast
A North African breakfast dish, shakshuka is typically cooked on the stovetop with stewed tomatoes and onions. This sheet-pan version uses greens for a bright, nutritious twist on the classic.
1-2-12: The Nutrition System to Sustain You for Life
Learn about this dietitian-developed, step-by-step system designed to make healthy eating easy and practical for the long-term.
Is There a Long-COVID “Type”?
Researchers are discovering interesting commonalities among long-haulers. Learn more.
MacArthur Foundation ‘Genius Grant’ Winner Robin Wall Kimmerer Talks About Connecting With Nature
The world is a gift, says botanist Robin Wall Kimmerer, and we can accept it with gratitude and reciprocity.
How to Keep Winter Skin Well-Hydrated
Expert tips for maintaining moisture in your body’s largest organ — and why it’s vital for general and skin health.
What Supplements Can I Take to Support Long-COVID?
Just like everyone has unique nutritional needs, everyone will have unique supplemental needs. But, it helps to focus on immune function, mitochondria, and gut health.
What Is Upcycled Food?
Upcycled foods are made from imperfect foods that would have otherwise found their way to a food-waste destination.
SOMETHING SIMPLE: Baked Veggie Tostadas
Just a few healthy ingredients, 30 minutes, and two sheet pans is all you need to make this simple weeknight meal.
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: Identity Crisis
Experience Life‘s fitness editor talks about the benefits of adopting a fitness identity — and what happens when you lose it.
4 Strategies to Teach Empathy to Children
Use these tips to help instill empathy early on.
Sheet-Pan Breakfast: Blueberry Pancakes
This one-pan breakfast recipe makes it quick and easy to serve a crowd.
ARORA Classes: Find Your Starting Point
ARORA’s co-founder offers recommendations for ARORA classes to try when you aren’t sure which one to choose.
How to Use Journaling for Mental Health
Explore six types of journaling practices that can offer meaningful benefits for your mental health.
How to Buy and Use Molasses
Whether you use it as a more nutritious sugar swap or a flavorful addition to sweet or savory dishes, molasses deserves a spot in your pantry.
Edible Holiday Gift Ideas
Treats to satisfy just about everyone on your list.
Sheet-Pan Breakfast: Smoked Salmon and Quinoa Strata
Strata is usually a layered breakfast casserole with bread and eggs. This version uses quinoa, smoked salmon, and chèvre for a higher-protein option that’s gluten-free, too.
PUMPING IRONY: In Hock and Unhealthy
A growing proportion of U.S. seniors are struggling with too much debt, and a recent study suggests that it’s making them sick.
Do’s and Don’ts of Exercising With Long COVID
An MD shares her gradual, tiered exercise-recovery process.
9 Festive and Healthy Mocktails for the Holidays
Elegant and healthy drinks to enjoy during your holiday get together. Serve either alcohol-free or with suggested spirit.
How to Do the Arm Bar
Improve shoulder and thoracic-spine mobility with this unilateral move.
Merry and Mindful: How to Navigate the Holidays — Stressors and All
A Q&A with a Life Time MindCoach on handling the seasonal challenges that arise, reducing stress, and coping with loss and grief.
Bobby Jessee’s Success Story
A man shares how a double-bypass surgery at age 54 inspired him to prioritize his fitness — and how he’s reaping the rewards at 91.
What Is the Impact of Natural Gas on Human Health?
A 2022 study found that 95% of homes tested had low but potentially harmful levels of chemicals like benzene.
How Music Brings Us Together
Whether it’s experienced through singing, playing an instrument, dancing, or attending a concert, music is a powerful mode of connection.
How Are Psychedelics Being Used to Treat Health Issues?
Recent studies continue to support the effectiveness of using psychedelics to treat PTSD, OCD, pain relief and more.
13 Ways to Combat the Winter Blues at Work
Learn why we experience a lull in the winter months and how we can set ourselves up for success.
8 Ways to Rediscover Empathy
Our ability to feel compassion for others helps us survive and thrive. Learn how to feel empathy without burning out.
Walks With Billie
Experience Life‘s editor in chief reflects on time as another year draws to a close.
PUMPING IRONY: Why Bother?
As the most recent — and virulent — of COVID variants spreads across the country, U.S. seniors have mostly ignored the available boosters. Is it time to increase our vigilance against a pandemic that refuses to retreat?
15 Ways Life Time Can Help You Thrive This Holiday Season
Stress less and enjoy more by letting us be your holiday helper this year.
How Spirituality Can Improve Health
Research indicates that incorporating spirituality into a person’s care produces a better chance of recovery.
NATURAL MENTAL HEALTH: Overcoming Deep Fatigue
If you’re still exhausted after getting plenty of sleep, it’s possible your adrenal glands need some support.
Finding Motivation
Ideas for tapping into what inspires you — so you can keep moving toward your greatest ambitions.
What Is Periodization Training?
Learn how to minimize fitness plateaus and perform your best by using periodization.
What Is Food Combining and How Can It Help My Health?
It’s an approach to meal planning that may help you manage digestion and blood sugar.
20 Days of Express Workouts: Introducing the Holiday Hustle
Learn about this new digital program designed to help you maintain healthy fitness and nutrition habits despite the obstacles of the holiday season. It begins December 5.
9 Kitchen Gadgets That Are Worth the Hype
We’re living in the golden age of kitchen gadgets and gizmos. Consider adding one of these to your repertoire or gifting one to the cook in your life.
Sheet-Pan Breakfast: Sweet Potato Nests With Oven Bacon
Use shredded sweet potatoes and cabbage to make a nest and then bake an egg in it and top with bacon!
Be Our Guest
Wherever your travels take you this holiday season, you are welcome here.
Healthy Aging and Travel: How to Prioritize Your Well-Being on the Go
Tips from an ARORA-certified trainer on maintaining strength, mobility, and endurance to make your long-term travel goals a reality.
A Meditation on Choosing to Love — Even When It’s Difficult
It’s not always easy to love the people around us or the tasks required of us, but mindfulness meditation can help us exercise affection even when it feels difficult.
What Is a Behavioral Addiction?
Shopping, gambling, social-media use, and sex are all behaviors that are potentially addictive. Learn how they happen and what defines this type of addiction.
Paulina Porizkova on Grief, Aging, and Timeless Beauty
The author, actress, and iconic supermodel gets real about aging, beauty, and the experiences that shape who we are — and who we become.
A Message of Gratitude
Hear from Jeff Zwiefel, President and Chief Operating Officer, and Steve Larson, Senior Vice President – Club Operations, about holiday club and guest access at Life Time in this video message.
3 Ways to Use Our Sea Salt Caramel Protein Powder
Shakes and protein balls that offer satiation with an indulgent taste.
Snow Days and Holidays: 11 Things for Kids to Do at Life Time Over Winter Breaks
A Life Time expert and mom offers ideas for how kids and families can stay entertained during off-school days this winter.
When Should I Use Whole Spices Versus Ground Spices?
There is quite a difference between whole spices and ground spices — and it can bring your cooking to a whole new level when used correctly.
Happier, Healthier Kids: Q&A With the Life Time Foundation
Learn how the Life Time Foundation’s youth nutrition and movement programs help accelerate change for kids in communities across the country.
5 Ways to Build Community
Belonging, author Radha Agrawal believes, is a basic human need, like food, water, and shelter. Explore five ways to find and build yours.
How Can I Prevent Getting Sick When Traveling?
Start by boosting your immune system with these simple strategies.
What’s on 7 Healthy-Living Experts’ 2022 Holiday Gift Lists
Plus, what they plan to give to loved ones and their advice for gift-giving and celebrating.
Laurie David’s Sunday Soup
Here’s the perfect way to use up those vegetables languishing in your fridge.
What Is Curry Leaf and How Do I Use It?
Curry leaves are a fresh herb picked from curry trees and are used differently from curry powder. Learn more about this often overlooked herb.
Life Time in the News: Watch CNBC’s Jim Cramer Interview Life Time CEO Bahram Akradi
CNBC’s Mad Money host Jim Cramer sat down with Bahram Akradi, founder, chairman, and CEO of Life Time, at the new One Wall Street athletic country club in downtown Manhattan.
What Is an “Energetic Boundary”?
If you have ever entered a room and picked up that something wasn’t quite right, that’s your energetic boundary at work.
How to Prevent Travel-Related Constipation
Hydration and getting enough fiber are two key prevention strategies. But there are a few more strategies you can explore.
PUMPING IRONY: Buyer Beware
Medicare scam artists — and the agency’s own complacency — make the annual enrollment season more hazardous than it needs to be.
Exercises for Shoulder Pain: Keeping Your Shoulders Mobile and Strong
Increasing mobility and strength in your shoulders can eliminate pain, improve athletic performance, and enhance your overall quality of life.
What Are Good Stretches to Do After Sitting All Day?
Long stretches of sitting — especially in cramped spaces like cars and airplanes — can wreak havoc on the body. Bring your body back to life with these four moves.
5 Simple Sheet-Pan Breakfasts
These one-pan recipes make quick and easy breakfasts and are perfect for feeding a crowd.
Why Dynamic Personal Training?
How to Use a Foam Roller to Build Strength
Foam rollers aren’t just for recovery. This innovative workout shows how to use the tool to elevate your strength routine.
What Are Good Snacks to Pack When Traveling?
These are some healthy, portable, and easy items to pack anytime you travel.
Can Prunes Help Improve Bone Density?
Prunes are well-known for their ability to help keep us regular. However, recent research indicates prunes may improve bone health in postmenopausal women.
Italian Wedding Soup With Chicken Meatballs and Parsley
This veggie-packed take on Italian Wedding Soup has more greens than the traditional version.
4 Ways to Bring More Joy to Your Workouts
Kelly McGonigal, PhD, shares her tips to find more enjoyment when exercising.
How Can I Prevent Jet Lag?
Traveling across time zones can make sleep challenging. Here are several strategies to help keep you well rested.
3 Ways to Create Better Boundaries
The following strategies can help create strong, clear boundaries.
How to Cope With Overindulgence When Traveling
Many of us overdo it on food and alcohol when we travel. Discover several strategies to help ease the symptoms of overindulgence.
PUMPING IRONY: You Snooze, You Win?
Recent research suggests heavy sleepers like me may avoid cognitive dysfunction and multimorbidity as we age — with some notable caveats.
This Month in ARORA: Highlights From Our October Community Event
Watch the fun these ARORA members had together this past month.
Can a CBD Massage Help Me Sleep Better?
An industry expert offers insights on how this service can support your efforts to physically and mentally unwind.
What Is Fennel Pollen and How Do I Use it?
Also known as “the spice of angels,” this herb is the perfect complement to sweet or savory dishes.
6 Strategies to Cope With Climate-Change Anxiety
Here’s how to move beyond fear, overwhelm, and anger — and respond with your emotional well-being intact.
Spiced Pumpkin and Kamut Bowl With Garlic-Thyme Dressing
Kamut, an ancient wheat grain, is the base of this hearty bowl, which is topped with toasted cinnamon pumpkin seeds.
Beet and Wild Rice Bowl With Zesty Citrus Dressing
We use golden beets in this veggie grain bowl, but feel free to sub in any beets you like.
Farro and Roasted Broccolini Bowl With Mushrooms and Sage
Nutty farro is the star of this veggie grain bowl. Top with some grated or shaved Parm for a rich finish.
Kale and Cranberry Quinoa Bowl With Rosemary Dressing
This hearty veggie grain bowl is dressed with a garlic-honey-rosemary vinaigrette.
9 Do-Anywhere Stretches to Ease Back Pain
Try these neck, shoulder, and back stretches when you’re feeling achy.
How Can I Calm My Fear of Flying?
Discover natural solutions to help alleviate this common stress response.
How to Create a Sense of Belonging
Community is more than your immediate neighborhood. Find connection with those who share your values.
Make Your Own Holiday Charcuterie Board
Swap the traditional multi-course meal for a dinner option that looks and tastes extravagant but takes minimal effort to pull together.
6 Common Travel Illnesses and How to Treat Them
Travel’s pleasures and demands can take their toll. Stay on track with these foods and supplements.
What Is Amchur and How Do I Use It?
Amchur (or amchoor) powder is an Indian spice derived from sun-dried unripe green mangoes. Here are several ways to try this tart and tangy spice.
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: Befriending My Body
When body positivity felt out of reach, our fitness editor discovered that gratitude could help bridge the gap between self-loathing and self-acceptance.
Does Calorie Restriction Slow Down Aging?
Recent research indicates that cutting calories after the age of 45 can increase longevity and reduce age-related disease. Learn why and if it’s right for you.
How Can I Prevent Motion Sickness?
Expert advice for natural ways to prevent this common travel malady.
How to Respond to Gaslighting
Gaslighting can undermine your self-confidence and perception of the truth. Here are signs of gaslighting — and how to break free from it.
8 Cozy Winter Drinks
The days are short and cool, but these beverages will be sure to warm you up.
5 Everyday Habits to Build Your Immunity
A Life Time nutritionist shares the five keys to boosting your immune health.
Aileen Weintraub’s Success Story
While on bed rest for a high-risk pregnancy, a writer faced her fear of commitment as her new marriage and home were falling apart around her.
PUMPING IRONY: Hopeful Signs for Troubled Ears?
Just as cheaper over-the-counter hearing aids finally become widely available, researchers are trumpeting new approaches to hearing loss that may render those devices unnecessary.
5 Rules for Gathering
Great gatherings don’t usually happen by chance — they’re created with care. These five tips can make holiday get-togethers both meaningful and fun.
Pedaling for Meaning: One Athlete’s Pursuit to Bring More Riders to the Trail
Professional cyclist Alexey Vermeulen’s latest endeavor bridges the gap between new riders and big cycle events.
How to Create More Mindful Friendships
Become a better friend by thoughtfully considering how you show up in your closest relationships.
Is Life Time’s 10-Day Sugar Fix Program Right For You?
Everything to know about this digital program designed to curb sugar cravings.
How Terry Wahls, MD, Beat Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Visionary physician Terry Wahls, MD, beat MS and upset the conventional medical world with a simple, back-to-basics message.
6 Common Travel Illnesses and How to Treat Them
Travel’s pleasures and demands can take their toll. Stay on track with these foods and supplements.
Right Here, Right Now
Experience Life‘s editor in chief shares her thoughts and strategies for staying grounded during hectic times.
Cozy Lentil Soup With Delicata Squash
This easy, comforting soup is packed with warming spices like cumin, turmeric, coriander, and cinnamon.
Survey Says: Parents Want More Active Time For — and With — Their Kids
A recent poll shows that nearly four in five parents enjoy catching up with their family while doing a physical activity together, among other findings.
8 Herbs and Spices to Cook With More
Don’t get stuck in a flavor rut! Try these eight herbs and spices to broaden your culinary horizons.
6 Cross-Training Activities to Try
Improve your fitness and performance by cross-training outside your go-to activity.
5 of Our Favorite Water Filters
Quench your thirst with these filters for at home and on the go.
PUMPING IRONY: Screen Test
A landmark study suggests that colonoscopies do not reduce the risk of cancer — or mortality — nearly as much as advertised. That’s welcome news for the millions of seniors who, like me, stubbornly avoid the procedure.
Sweet Solitude
When we take the time to be alone, on our terms, we create space for reflection and possibility.
NATURAL MENTAL HEALTH: How to Use CBD to Support Your Mental Health
Learn how this plant compound can help us regulate our mood and sleep for better mental health.
The Health Benefits of Dancing
Release your fears and challenge your body and mind to feel the beat.
End the Year Strong
Keep your fitness efforts alive during the holidays with this countdown to 2024. It’s designed to help you finish the year feeling powerful, confident, and grounded.
10 Essentials of Aging Well
Functional-medicine pioneer Frank Lipman, MD, offers simple strategies to improve how we age.
5 Cozy Soup Recipes
Make easy, comforting, delicious meals with a few of our favorite soup recipes, including pear-parsnip soup and lentil soup with delicata squash.
Principal Views: Misty Copeland
Trailblazing dancer and new mom Misty Copeland shares her perspectives on mentoring, activism, and resilience as she prepares for a return to the stage after a three-year hiatus.
The Holiday Office Party: 4 Essential Factors for Planning
A Life Time Work expert offers advice on how to throw a successful office party this season.
What Are the Most Common Signs of Menopause?
We explore the six most common symptoms of menopause and offer expert strategies to minimize their impacts.
Can Probiotics Help You Sleep Better?
Yes — because the gut is involved in nearly every aspect of our health.
Radicchio Salad With Roasted Carrots and Quinoa
This hearty fall salad is dressed with a garlicky Dijon vinaigrette and includes crisp green beans and tart-sweet navel oranges.
What Can I Do to Make Perimenopause and Menopause Easier?
It comes down to the basics: regular exercise, good sleep routines, and gut-supporting nutrition.
Pickleball Is for Kids, Too! How to Get Them Started
Tips from a pickleball expert on introducing your youngsters to this growing sport.
How Magnesium Helps You Sleep
Magnesium is known for its ability to help you relax. It helps reduce cortisol (which can spike at night) and it may also regulate other sleep-supporting hormones.
What Are Seniors’ Most Common Mental Health Issues?
Depression and physical decline are just two issues many seniors face.
How to Do the Spinal Rock
Use this fun drill to mobilize your spine, massage your back, strengthen your core, and prevent injury. Plus, discover four progressive variations.
How to Set Clear Boundaries
A renowned trauma therapist and coach explains how to manage your energy without getting swamped by other people — or hardening against them.
Split Training: An Upper-Body and Lower-Body Strength Workout
Hone your strength — and optimize your recovery — by splitting your workouts into upper-body and lower-body training days. These two workouts show you how.
How Long COVID Affects Your Ability to Exercise
Post-acute COVID symptoms can take a toll on exercise capacity. Experts explain what may be behind this — and how to respond wisely to your body’s needs.
Is Cracking Your Neck Bad for You?
What happens when you crack your own neck and the benefits of leaving neck adjustments to professionals.
Mia Huynh’s Success Story
While pursuing a dramatic career change, a former nursing student learns how to prioritize herself and her needs.
Why Indoor Cycling Is for Everybody
A Q&A with the designer of the new ARORA Cycle format on how indoor cycling can be an accessible workout for people of all fitness abilities.
Smoked Fish and Napa Cabbage Salad
This hearty fall salad uses hot-smoked trout and an Asian-inspired dressing made with garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, and honey.
How Calcium Supports Sleep
Calcium isn’t just needed for strong bones. Low amounts can lead to insomnia and poor sleep, too. Discover how to maximize this mineral to get the z’s you need.
7 Tips for Happy, Healthy Holiday Eating
Try these mindful food strategies to help you truly savor the holiday season.
The Power of a Positive Coach
A Q&A with a Life Time Swim coach and swim-team members on the importance of leadership, building community, and instilling lifelong passion for young athletes.
6 Cone Drills to Improve Your Pickleball Game
Staying light on your feet is essential to playing pickleball. Professional pickleball player Catherine Parenteau offers these six cone-drill exercises to help you cover the court.
6 Natural Remedies to Help You Sleep Better
Having trouble sleeping? Try these comforting remedies to help you drift off.
PUMPING IRONY: Drug Dealing
The latest miracle cure for Alzheimer’s is likely to receive accelerated approval from the FDA, which benefits as much from the cash that accompanies these requests as Big Pharma does from the agency’s lax standards.
Collard Salad With Broccoli and Butternut Squash
This hearty fall salad includes farro and is dressed with an apple-cider vinaigrette.
How to Prepare for the Daylight Saving Time Shift
Here are tips to reset your internal clock when Daylight Saving Time ends.
Can Cultivated Cartilage Help Repair Joints?
Some 55 million Americans suffer from joint pain and arthritis. Recent developments, however, offer hope for new ways to deal with this epidemic.
Vegan Eggnog Latte
This coffeeshop-inspired recipe is rich, creamy, and made with only four ingredients.
What Happens to Your Brain When You Fall in Love
Stephanie Cacioppo, PhD, shares what happens to your brain when you fall head-over-heels for someone.
Dark Chocolate Peppermint Mocha
Treat yourself with this smooth, creamy, holiday coffee drink that’s made with real dark chocolate and steamed oat milk.
Should I Use Melatonin to Help Me Fall Asleep?
Here are the pros and cons of supplementing with melatonin, including whole-food sources of the hormone.
Roasted Fennel and French Lentil Salad
This hearty fall salad is dressed with a creamy yogurt dressing and topped with sliced Bosc pears and crumbled feta cheese.
What Is Food Justice?
Why access to fresh, healthy food should be a basic human right.
Gingerbread Latte
Fresh ginger, cinnamon, and molasses make this seasonal coffee drink the perfect way to warm up on a cool day.
4 Self-Care Strategies From Gabby Bernstein
Author and spirit junkie Gabrielle Bernstein is on a mission to share inspiration for living a better life.
Meditations for Your Moods
Feeling stressed? Angry? Nervous? Learn how to select a meditation that can help relieve various emotional states.
What Is Menopause?
It’s a natural part of a woman’s life, not a disease, says our expert. Here’s what to know.
Iced Sugar Cookie Latte
This seasonal, iced coffee drink features the buttery, nutty flavor of a sugar cookie.
Brown Rice Pudding With Nuts and Cardamom
This vegan rice pudding, from Dan Buettner’s new cookbook, The Blue Zones American Kitchen: 100 Recipes to Live to 100, uses plant-based milk in place of dairy.
PUMPING IRONY: Use ’Em or Lose ’Em
Arthritic knees often send seniors looking for various surgical solutions, even as recent research — and personal experience — suggests the most reliable remedy may simply involve moving those troublesome joints more frequently.
How Vitamin D Supports Sleep
This vitamin is critical to creating melatonin. Are you getting enough?
Can Exercise Help Me Live Longer?
Yes, according to lots of recent research. Here are five key stats.
Chai-Spiced Hot Cider
Cozy up with this drink that combines the comfort of apple cider and spicy chai.
13 Gluten-Free Fall Dinner Recipes
Satisfy your urge to cozy up with these healthy, seasonal recipes.
This Month in ARORA: Highlights From Our ARORA Dance Event
See how these Life Time members moved and grooved to put some extra fun into their fitness.
What Is Perimenopause?
Many of the worst symptoms we associate with menopause actually occur during perimenopause.
Homemade Vegan Pumpkin Spice Latte
Make your own healthier, dairy-free version of this fall favorite.
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: From Mean Girl to Cheerleader
Our fitness editor talks about how to stop using negative self-talk to push through workouts without compromising her fitness.
6 Fall-Inspired Coffee-Shop Recipes
Cozy up with a healthier, dairy-free spin on your favorite seasonal coffee-shop recipes.
How to Live in the Present Moment
This mindfulness technique can help you stop stressing about the past and worrying about the future — by bringing you back to the present.
Free to Be Me
Experience Life‘s editor in chief shares how working with a personal stylist reframed her relationship with her body.
Why Strength Training Can Be One of the Fastest Ways to Get Results
Five benefits of this type of exercise effort.
Autumn Cobb Salad
This vegetarian take on a Cobb salad subs in tofu for the meat and uses wild rice for an autumnal twist.
Understanding Cultural Appropriation: 4 Questions to Help Guide You
The line between cultural appreciation and appropriation isn’t always clear. These four questions can help you make sense of the difference.
DIY Carpet Cleaner
Got stains? Learn how to remove them with nontoxic items you probably have on hand.
6 Wellness Tips for Better Work-Life Balance
Ideas for supporting your well-being during the workday — and for taking back control of your non-work hours.
The Standards We Accept
Achieving our goals is about more than meeting our expectations. It’s also about the behaviors that get us where we’re aiming to go.
5 Tips to Stay Sober
Quitting alcohol may not be easy, but it doesn’t have to be hard forever.
PUMPING IRONY: The Postmortem Muddle
While the Federal Trade Commission works to tighten regulations on the funeral industry, which often uses obscure pricing policies to prey on grief-stricken mourners, seniors like me need to start thinking more seriously about how we want to be laid to rest.
Reishi and Maca Overnight Oats
This oatmeal recipe includes reishi and maca to help support your immune system.
Making Peace With Menopause
This stage of life is often shrouded in mystery. But it doesn’t have to be.
5 Adventures to Take With Your Dog
Looking for adventurous inspiration? Your pup’s ready to show the way.
Life Time in the News: “Popularity of Pickleball Continues to Rise in Both Business, Pleasure”
David Dutrieuille, national pickleball director at Life Time, joins KARE 11 reporters in the Twin Cities, Minnesota to play pickleball — and talk about the growing craze.
How to Cope With a Toxic Friend
Maintaining healthy social ties is crucial to our well-being, but some relationships may not be giving you the best energy.
Which Nutrients and Supplements Can Help Me Sleep?
A host of supplements — think melatonin, magnesium, and more — can help you drift off and sleep more soundly. And they’re typically safer than pharmaceuticals.
Step Inside: Life Time Lakeshore–Irvine
California welcomes its newest athletic country club in the SoCal city of Irvine.
The 3 Cs of Lifelong Fitness
How consistency, curiosity, and compassion can keep your fitness and health on track for a lifetime.
Voicing Change: Rich Roll
Ultra-endurance athlete, author, and podcaster Rich Roll reflects on breaking free of limitations, trusting your instincts, and creating a vibrant life.
Step Inside: Life Time Scottsdale Fashion Square
Old Town Scottsdale is the home of Life Time’s newest athletic country club in the Phoenix area.
Is Pre-Workout Right For You?
This Q&A with a Life Time dietitian may help you decide.
Raspberry and Balsamic Avocado Toast
Add a sweet note to your avocado toast with reduced balsamic vinegar and fresh raspberries.
5 Ways to Increase Your Social Connections
How to use gratitude, reciprocity, altruism, choice, and enjoyment to cope with loneliness.
When Should I Get My Kids Involved in Sports?
An expert Q&A on the benefits of sports for kids, how to get them started, and how to keep them engaged as they grow.
How to Use Rhodiola for Energy and Focus
Rhodiola is an adaptogenic plant that can help with mental focus. Here’s how.
PUMPING IRONY: Movement and Memory
Physical activity has long been shown to improve cognitive function, but a new study suggests we may be able to modify our workouts to boost specific types of memory.
The One-Minute Brain Break
Just one minute of movement can refresh your mind and body and turn your day around.
Step Inside: Life Time Annapolis
The East Coast welcomes another athletic country club — this time in Maryland’s capital city — where members can live their healthiest lifestyles.
Avocado Toast With Salmon and Capers
Jazz up your avocado toast by adding lox, red onion, and capers.
How to Create Movement-Friendly Spaces for Kids
Monkey bars in the basement, indoor climbing walls, and more.
How to Use Holy Basil for Calm
Holy basil is an adaptogenic plant that can help with inflammation, high blood sugar, and overall stress management.
How to Do the TRX Pull-Up
Break free of the pull-up bar and build strength with this alternative upper-body move.
What Is Social Anxiety Disorder?
Mingling with unfamiliar people and eating in front of others are just two things that can cause debilitating symptoms for people with social anxiety disorder.
Why ARORA?
5 Hearty Fall Salads
These recipes build on seasonal produce to create meal-worthy salads you’ll look forward to eating.
Matcha and Goji Berry Energy Bites
These bites are perfect for a midday boost since matcha and goji berries help with focus and energy.
3 Ways to Elevate Your Natural Hair Color
Expert hairstylists share salon services to enhance your natural hair color for a lived-in look.
How to Improve Your Pickleball Game
Pickleball requires strength, speed, and agility. Our experts share some tips to improve your game.
Fit + Focused
Break through your fitness plateau and build upper-body strength with this tempo-based workout.
6 Ways to Bring Back Free Play
Kids are so overscheduled these days. Here are some tips to bring unstructured play back into their lives.
Veggie Grilled Cheese
This veggie-packed grilled cheese contains roasted garlic, broccoli, and red peppers.
19 Healthy and Creative Apple Recipes
It’s apple season! Whether you’re blessed with an overly abundant apple tree or simply want to get creative with the last apple in your kitchen, you’ll discover new ways to enjoy this fall favorite.
How to Create a Home Obstacle Course for Your Kids
Practical tips on how to increase free play in your house.
Taking the Lead: Meet the Performers at Life Time One Wall Street (Part 1)
A Q&A with some of the top instructors and coaches at Life Time’s newest New York City location.
Taking the Lead: Meet the Performers at Life Time One Wall Street (Part 2)
In the second installation of this showcase, meet a few more of the top instructors and coaches at Life Time’s newest New York City location.
Life Time in the News: “Walk and Talk With Life Time CEO”
Bahram Akradi, founder, chairman, and CEO of Life Time, was featured on Cheddar News to discuss the newest athletic country club, Life Time One Wall Street.
Chickpea “Tuna” Salad Wraps
These vegetarian “tuna” salad wraps use chickpeas instead of tuna.
When Not to Apologize
There are some cases in which an apology is not the most appropriate gesture, says psychologist Molly Howes, PhD. Here are three examples.
Try Our Favorite Gluten-Free Breads and Wraps
Making a sandwich? Sub in these gluten-free breads and wraps — they truly satisfy.
Evening Ashwagandha Latte
This recipe is inspired by Ayurvedic golden milk. It includes calming ashwagandha and anti-inflammatory turmeric, making it a great nightcap.
The After-School Workout
Once the final bell of the school day rings, encourage your kids to get moving and burn off some energy with this 30-minute workout.
Are Kids Specializing in Sports Too Early?
Yes, and for most kids, this can be harmful, says our expert. Here’s why — and what to do.
How to Play Pickleball
It’s the fastest-growing sport in the country — but do you know how to play pickleball?
Game On!: 3 Ways Games Boost Your Health
Card and dice games have come to Life Time — and an ARORA co-founder shares three reasons getting dealt in is good for your health and well-being.
Vegan BLT Sandwich
This vegan version of the BLT uses crispy roasted mushrooms in place of bacon.
11 Healthy Pumpkin Recipes
From a vegan pumpkin-spice latte to a cozy Moroccan-inspired pumpkin soup, these gluten-free recipes are perfect for the fall.
3 Reasons to Eat More Plant-Based Protein
It comes down to longevity, fending off chronic illness, and helping the planet.
5 Tips to Pick the Best Loaf of Bread
Seek out sprouted grains, real sourdough, and more.
PUMPING IRONY: A Harsh Light
All the time we spend staring at screens could be shortening our lifespan, according to a new study. We do have options, though returning to the typewriter is not one of them.
Avocado Toast With Radish and Microgreens
Make your avocado toast even healthier by using sprouted-grain bread and topping with watermelon radishes and microgreens.
How to Use Eleuthero for Stress Management
Eleuthero is an adaptogenic plant that has been used to treat memory loss, high blood pressure, and elevated stress.
3 Tips to Increase Your Magnesium Intake
Magnesium is involved in many bodily processes, including bone building, mood regulation, and energy production. Here’s how to get more of this vital nutrient.
Greener Health Clubs
With a focus on a reduction in energy usage, water consumption, and waste, Life Time is prioritizing sustainability across its athletic country clubs.
How to Take a Micro-Getaway
We could all use a little R&R, especially as autumn ramps up. Try these ideas to get out of the house for fun and restorative mini vacations.
How to Buy and Use Yogurt
Whether enjoyed as a quick snack or used as a building block for other recipes, this fermented milk product is an all-star in the kitchen.
The 7 Best Sources of Plant-Based Protein
This guide outlines several of most the protein-abundant foods in the plant world.
What Are the Risks of Taking an Aspirin Every Day?
For heart-healthy people over the age of 60, taking a daily aspirin has “no net benefit,” according to a recent JAMA report by the 2022 U.S. Preventive Services Task Force.
4 Expert Tips for Tackling Stress
Plus, three things you might not know about stress.
This Month in ARORA: Highlights From Our Sunshine Yoga Event
Watch how these Life Time members found balance and calm at this ARORA community event.
White Bean and Fontina Pan Bagnat
This recipe is a vegetarian spin on a traditional French sandwich.
Kelly Barnhill on Sustaining a Creative Life
Writing by hand and trail running are just two of the ways the Newbery-winning author protects her creative energy.
10 Back-to-School Survival Tips — for Parents and Kids
Life Time trainers and coaches, who are also parents, give real-life advice for easing kids into the busy fall season.
Life is Good
91-year-old Life Time member Mike V. shares how he’s learned how to enjoy each day.
5 Heritage Diets and Their Health Benefits
Our ancestors have a lot to teach us about eating well. These heritage diets provide a guide to healthy living.
How to Envision a Positive Future
A futurist explains how to build your resilience and adaptability, even in uncertain times.
The Danze Jam Workout
Move and groove like you’re on the dance floor — and get in a full-body cardio workout — with this 30-minute version of Life Time’s Danze Jam class.
NATURAL MENTAL HEALTH: 3 Adaptogenic Plants to Help Relieve Stress
How rhodiola, eleuthero, and holy basil can help you alleviate the effects of stressful situations.
Support After a Suicide
A grief specialist offers thoughts on how to support yourself or a loved one after a suicide.
PUMPING IRONY: Zapped!
Can we cure dementia by zapping our brains with electrical currents? Some enterprising researchers would certainly like us to think so.
How to Do the Double-Under
Master this heart-pumping jump-rope move to boost your cardio, balance, and coordination.
The Cognitive Benefits of Cataract Surgery
Untreated cataracts could contribute to dementia and depression, according to recent research.
Banana Berry Preworkout Smoothie With Cordyceps
Power up your workout with cordyceps, a type of dried mushroom that reduces inflammation.
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: Back to School, Back to Basics
A new adventure reminds our fitness editor of the foundational elements required for making progress.
Oliver Jack’s Success Story
After a near-fatal accident, a promising young golfer finds the support he needs to one day fully return to the game he loves — and pay it forward.
Step Inside: Life Time McKinney at Craig Ranch
Texas welcomes this athletic country club to the Dallas suburb of McKinney.
Chia-Seed Jam and Nut-Butter Sandwiches
Make your own chia-seed jam for this twist on a classic PB&J.
10 Rules for Aging Well
How to Thrive Anyway
Whatever your situation, incorporating five minutes of meditation into your day can improve your well-being.
6 Common Running Mistakes to Avoid
Things to watch out for to prevent hindering your endurance efforts.
The Health Benefits of Sprint-Interval Training (SIT)
All-out sprint intervals can boost your fitness — and transform your body at a cellular level.
How to Get Enough Protein From a Plant-Based Diet
Plant-based foods can easily meet your protein needs. The key is diversity.
4 Adaptogenic Recipes to Try
Adaptogens can help relieve stress, support your immune system, and even aid your workouts. Try these recipes to get more of these healing herbs in your diet.
Want Smarter Children? Teach Them Music
Music can shape stronger neural networks, according to a recent study.
Let’s Play a Game
Editor in chief Jamie Martin on how to find connections — despite our differences.
PUMPING IRONY: Working on Purpose
I’ve discovered plenty of good reasons for postponing retirement and continuing to pursue purposeful work, but a new study suggests I may have overlooked an important one: It could help prevent a stroke.
What Is Your Apology Language?
Just as we all have a primary love language, we also have an apology language, and it can shape how we approach mending a rift.
Why Social Bonds Are So Important for Our Health
Expert advice on how to deal with loneliness.
Something’s Different Here
(And it’s not only that we’re featuring a new writer this month.)
A Mindful Approach to Charitable Giving
Evaluating your passions, the world’s problems, and your giving strategy could yield better results for the greater good.
Step Inside: Life Time Midtown
New York City welcomes another Life Time athletic country club — this time in the heart of downtown.
6 Trainer Secrets for Making Meaningful Fitness Progress in 60 Days
Six Life Time trainers share how they’ve coached their clients to see positive health results in the span of a 60-day program.
Quick and Healthy Fall Harvest Salad Recipe From the 60day Challenge
Assemble these fall flavors to enjoy in as little as 15 minutes.
Saved By the Bell: Kristen Bell
Actor, Singer, activist, entrepreneur, and now children’s-book author Kristen Bell wants to save the world — or at least make it a better place for all.
PUMPING IRONY: A Tough Pill to Swallow
The Inflation Reduction Act will make some prescription drugs much more affordable for strapped Medicare beneficiaries. But will it deepen our dependence on Big Pharma?
A Full-Body Partner Strength Circuit
Find a pal and work through this full-body strength circuit together.
How to Use a Mini-Trampoline
Channel your inner child and amp up your cardio with this low-impact, high-powered rebounder routine.
7 Plant-Forward Sandwich Recipes
Put a healthy spin on your favorite lunchtime classics with these vegetarian sandwiches.
Simply Effective: One Woman’s Skincare Evolution
An ARORA co-founder discovers the value of taking a few basic steps to care for her skin.
PUMPING IRONY: Class and Cognition
A new study suggests that people mired in low-wage jobs for long periods of time may suffer cognitive decline earlier in life than those favored with a more affluent life. My checkered career leaves me wondering where I stand.
A Sense of Security: Jarron Lucas’s Success Story
For one man, a childhood dream to serve his community inspired a physical transformation.
Can Lithium Orotate Be Used for Everyday Mood Support?
Lithium carbonate is a popular medical treatment for bipolar disorder, but a milder, over-the-counter form of this mineral can be used as a mood stabilizer.
5 Pilates Moves to Support Strong Bones
Try these Pilates moves designed to strengthen bones and improve function in aging bodies.
Becoming a Pilates Believer
The change the cofounder of Life Time’s ARORA program experienced after adding Pilates to her fitness regimen.
4 Essential Homeopathic Remedies
Nux vomica, arnica montana, allium cepa, and gelsemium sempervirens should be part of any at-home homeopathic first-aid kit.
Life Time Takes Over New York City
As part of the 2022 New York City Triathlon — and to celebrate its new athletic country clubs coming to the area — Life Time hosted an unforgettable series of events in Central Park and around the city.
What Does “Cruelty-Free” Really Mean?
The government does not oversee or regulate this term, but other groups have stepped in. Look for the Animal Welfare Approved label and the Certified Humane Raised & Handled labels.
How to Help Kids Thrive Through Physical Activity
Our children face many fitness challenges, including sports specialization, gender issues, excess screen time, and more. Discover how to help kids find meaning, health, and joy through physical activity.
Does Exercising Help With Anxiety?
Yes, according to a recent study — and the more intense the exercise, the more it may help.
Why Dance?
6 Ways Life Time Work Is Going Green
From reducing plastic to conserving energy, learn about the sustainability efforts happening at every Life Time Work location.
Are the Alkaloids in Nightshades Bad for You?
Most people tolerate the alkaloids just fine, but these toxin-containing compounds may trigger health issues in others.
4 Favorite Podcasts From Life Time Work Team Members
Looking for some new listening material? A few team members from Life Time Work share their top-pick podcasts.
Beets and Greens Bowl
Chewy, nutty farro is the base of this veggie-packed grain bowl.
Achieve Your Fitness Goals With Dynamic Personal Training
Dynamic Personal Training can take your entire exercise experience — and your results — to new heights.
CHANGING LIVES: Ryan Jurgensen
How choosing fitness helped one woman rebuild her resilience.
What’s Your Diet’s Carbon Footprint?
And did you know choosing a serving of peas instead of asparagus can result in a 48 percent decrease in water use?
PUMPING IRONY: Too Busy to Calm Down?
Struggling with a stressful workload in recent weeks, I’m struck by new research describing how chronic stress can accelerate the aging of our immune systems. So, why am I avoiding a proven stress-relief practice?
What Is Corrective Massage Therapy?
A massage therapist explains this massage technique and how it can support healing in areas of discomfort.
5 Tips for Starting a Meditation Practice
How following FEETS can boost your mindfulness-meditation practice.
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: It’s Supposed to Be Hard
Instead of wondering when exercise will get easier, try asking yourself, “Is it time to make this harder?”
CHANGING LIVES: Ken Zylstra
Reflections on trail life, perseverance, and gratitude.
Do You Need a Heart-Rate Monitor?
Are these devices really worth it? A Life Time trainer shares the influence they can have on your training regimen and outcomes.
Broccoli Salad With Herby Tahini Dressing
The ancient wheat kamut is the base of this summer grain bowl, which is paired with an herb oil and a tahini dressing.
What is the Difference Between Deodorants and Antiperspirants?
Hoping to avoid body odor? Try clothing made from natural textiles — and make your own healthy deodorant!
Kicking the Sugar Habit — Together
One Life Time team member and her parents enrolled in the Life Time Sugar Fix program together to eliminate the ingredient from their diets. This was their experience.
Step Inside: Life Time Medford at Station Landing
The Boston area’s newest athletic country club will be a healthy and convenient oasis for residents and commuters alike.
What Does “Organic” Really Mean?
The term is much more regulated than it used to be. Look for the USDA Organic label, which means that at least 95 percent of the ingredients are mostly free of pesticides and fertilizers.
PUMPING IRONY: Epic Fail?
Elderly patients are often tagged with a “failure to thrive” label when doctors simply don’t want to spend the time and energy to determine a specific diagnosis. While leading geriatricians continue to argue against the designation, others point to its more salutary effects.
Korean-Style Tempeh Lettuce Wraps
Grilled tempeh is served in butter-lettuce leaves and topped with chopped kimchi.
Why Do Certain Clothes Smell Worse Than Others After We Sweat?
Polyester promotes odor-causing bacteria called Micrococci. Cotton does not.
Celebrating 30 Years
Life Time celebrates 30 years of serving its members and supporting them in living healthier, happier lives.
Why GameFace?
6 Ways to Defuse a Bad Situation
A variety of stresses have turned many public interactions into angry encounters. Learn how to calm yourself — and the situation — with these strategies.
Step Inside: Life Time Dumbo
A first-of-its-kind athletic country club has arrived in the Brooklyn area.
Active, Healthy, Social: 5 Benefits of ARORA
A few Life Time members share what they love about the latest programming for active, older adults and how they participate in this growing community.
Avocado-Stuffed Portobellos
Before hitting the grill, the portobello mushrooms are marinated in a pinot noir and thyme reduction, extra-virgin olive oil, and honey.
What Does “Grassfed” Really Mean?
Look for American Grassfed Association certification, which means animals were raised 100 percent on grass and forage — not grain.
Love at the Club
After years of working out together, Quacy surprised Jamie and finally proposed — amidst rose petals and candlelight — at Life Time in Syosset, N.Y.
Love at the Club: Part Two
When Carter Olsen started as a team member at Life Time Overland Park in 2021, he never imagined it would lead to him meeting — and marrying — the love of his life by 2022.
How to Increase Your VO2 Score
And why it’s a marker for you to care about.
Why Do Some People Sweat Excessively?
Though rare, hyperhidrosis can cause someone to sweat a lot.
How to Know When to Quit
We tend to think giving up is a sign of weakness, but in the right context, quitting can be a strength. Our experts explain how to know when it’s time to throw in the towel.
PUMPING IRONY: Is It Time for a New Take on Dementia?
As Big Pharma continues to flail away on the Alzheimer’s front, new research increasingly turns toward identifying lifestyle changes that can lower the risk of falling prey to the disease.
5 Markers For Every Health-Conscious Person to Know
Regularly testing for and tracking these markers can provide invaluable insights to the course of your health journey.
CHANGING LIVES: Ali Sorour
How choosing fitness helped one man cope with the grief of losing his wife of more than 40 years.
How to Balance Your Blood Sugar
Step Inside: Life Time Buckhead
Get a preview of this healthy way of life destination that will feature both an athletic country club and a coworking space.
Does Sweating Change With Age?
From birth to puberty to perimenopause and menopause in women, sweating changes a lot.
Early Access: 4 Perks of Becoming a Life Time Member Before a New Club Opens
Discover the benefits of joining the Life Time community before a new destination opens near you.
Grilled Corn and Quinoa Salad
Inspired by the Indigenous foods of South America, this medley of nutty quinoa and caramelized grilled corn makes a great main course for plant-based diners or a satisfying side for omnivores.
It’s Not All in Your Head: A Q&A With Author Sarah Ramey
A candid conversation about chronic illness based on one woman’s personal experience of seeking a diagnosis and treatment.
How to Read Misleading Food Labels
Healthwashing, greenwashing, and humanewashing are Big Food marketing trickery. This handy glossary of labeling terms explains what they mean — and don’t mean.
PUMPING IRONY: Easy Pickings
Some 5 million elderly Americans fall prey to scam artists each year, and those who struggle to maintain social connections may be more vulnerable than most. A new evaluation program designed to measure an individual’s ability to make good choices could offer some help.
Can Vitamin K Help With Heart Health?
Yes, according to a recent study. Eating foods high in vitamin K1 and K2 can help ward off atherosclerosis-related heart disease.
Demi Church’s Success Story
A woman struggling with three autoimmune diseases discovers the healing power of food and lifestyle changes.
How to Improve Your Speed, Strength, and Endurance With Jumping
Incorporating jumping into your fitness routine will take your athletic endeavors to the next level — and support your everyday life activities.
The Open Road
Experience Life editor in chief Jamie Martin talks about how to get comfortable with the unknown.
Getting Bigger and Stronger: A Beginner Strength-Training Workout for Teens
This full-body routine offers a great entry point for the growing kids in your life to start building their confidence on the workout floor.
Tabbouleh Bowl
This gluten-free tabbouleh grain bowl uses quinoa instead of the traditional couscous and is topped with chickpeas, cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and olives.
How to Make Nightshades More Digestible
Nightshade vegetables and fruits are nutrient-dense foods, delivering important antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits. Learn why these foods can be great for you — and how you can mitigate their effects if they bother you.
Finding My Groove Again
How a resurfaced workout playlist sparked this Life Time team member to find fitness — and joy in it — once again.
Stories of Pride: Four LGBTQ+ Team Members Share What the Month of June Means to Them
These four Life Time team members share how uplifting, celebrating, and supporting the LGBTQ+ community is vital to our health — and goes well beyond Pride Month every June.
Why Does My Sweat Stink When I’m Stressed?
It all comes down to the apocrine glands.
PUMPING IRONY: Can Poor Balance Later in Life Increase Your Risk of Death?
A new study suggests that poor balance may dramatically raise the risk of death — especially among the elderly. The conclusions, however, are about as rickety as my tree pose.
This Month in ARORA: Highlights From Our June Aqua Event
See the fitness and fun that happened at this ARORA event.
Grilled Watermelon and Cucumber Salad
Grilled watermelon and cool cucumber are paired with red onion and basil for a quick summer salad.
5-Minute Meditation to Prepare for Sleep
Let go of the day and invite in relaxation with this guided meditation.
All in on Pickleball
This sport has captured our founder’s attention — and a lot of his time, too!
Changing Lives
For these eight Life Time members, choosing fitness changed everything.
What Is Homeopathy?
Treating mild ailments with homeopathic medicine is becoming more mainstream in U.S. healthcare. Learn how it works, and how to make it part of your own healthcare toolkit.
Becoming a Pickleballer
Grilled Peaches With Almond Cream
Peaches and cream — vegan cream! — is the perfect sweet end to a summer BBQ.
3 Habits Life Time Dietitians Do on the Regular
Strategies that help set them up for daily nutritional success.
How to Talk About Mental Health — and Ask for Help
The key? Understanding and overcoming the stigma surrounding mental health.
Spicy Peanut Noodle Bowl
This Thai-inspired grain bowl is packed with veggies like carrots, red cabbage, edamame, and red bell pepper.
How to Treat Postconcussion Syndrome
About 20 percent of people who sustain a traumatic brain injury have postconcussion syndrome — symptoms that last for months or even years. Here are three therapies that may help.
Step Inside: Life Time One Wall Street
New York City welcomes another athletic country club — and this one is right in the heart of the financial district.
Say Hello to the Team at Life Time One Wall Street
These faces can’t wait to greet you at this New York City athletic country club this fall.
How to Navigate Nightshade Foods
Are nightshades bad for you? For most people, these foods are a healthy part of a varied diet. But for others, tomatoes, peppers, eggplants, and potatoes can be problematic.
Rethinking Nutrition . . . for Real
After years of quick-fix dieting, the cofounder of the ARORA program finally progressed toward her health goals when she made healthy eating a lifestyle.
A Different Kind of Meditation
Attorney, author, and certified mindfulness practitioner Spiwe Jefferson discusses her journey toward a higher purpose and introduces our new mindfulness series.
Gardens That Heal: Q&A With Juliet Blankespoor
Herbs like basil, thyme, fennel, mint, and more can be used in cooking — and in herbal medicine.
PUMPING IRONY: Dying to Get Better
A trip to hospice typically means you’ve given up on life. But what if you could receive in-home palliative care while still pursuing treatments for your afflictions? A Medicare pilot program suggests it could prolong lives — and save the agency money.
6 Vegan Grill Recipes
Backyard barbecues are for more than just burgers and dogs! Celebrate fresh summer produce with these plant-based BBQ recipes.
Behind the Scenes Ben Johns (Video)
Go behind the scenes at our cover shoot with top-ranked pickleball pro Ben Johns as he talks about the joys of pickleball.
Pickleballer: Ben Johns
At just 23, world-champion pickleball player Ben Johns sees endless potential — for the sport, his pro career, and the future.
6 Tips to Find Sustainable Seafood
Look for smaller, more abundant species, buy a share in a community-supported fishery, and four other tips to find sustainable seafood.
Let the Fun Begin: The Many Ways Kids Can Enjoy Life Time
Whether your kids are taking their first steps or heading to high school, our athletic country clubs offer a range of healthy options for every age, stage, and personality.
17 Types of Seafood to Avoid
Some fish are high in mercury, overfished, or caught in a way that is harmful for the environment. Here are some seafood to avoid.
How Do I Keep My Skin Breakout-Free?
Esthetician-sourced tips for preventing blemishes and achieving clear skin.
Becoming an Effective Fat Burner: How to Build Your Aerobic Base
The benefits of burning fat efficiently go well beyond aesthetics. Here’s advice for how to do it — and not stress your system.
Celebrating All the Dads Out There
And one in particular for the cofounder of Life Time’s ARORA program.
Salt: Small Decreases Bring Big Rewards
The New York Time’s Jane Brody offers tips for reducing salt intake.
4 Summer Veggie Grain Bowls
These grain-based salads are perfect for hot summer days.
Are Some Fishing Methods More Sustainable Than Others?
Pole and line, spearfishing and harpooning, trolling, and floating fish traps are some of the most sustainable methods out there. Here’s why.
Is Doing Housework Good for Your Brain?
Vacuuming and cleaning windows may help our cognition and attention spans, according to a recent study.
PUMPING IRONY: When Pondering Old Age, Think Positive
Cultural messages about the perils of old age often make it tempting to assume the worst about what lies ahead, but a new book argues that an upbeat view of aging can actually lead to a longer, more fulfilling life.
The Ultra Fit Challenge
This cutting-edge workout combines strength, cardio, and neurological training to challenge your body and brain through every stage of life.
Camping Essentials
Planning a camping trip this summer? Check out our guide, which includes suggestions on how to build a fire, the best campfire cuisine, how to safely camp alone, and more.
4 Ways to Be a Good Friend
To have good friends, you must be a good friend. The following telltale signs are adapted from Andrea Bonior’s The Friendship Fix.
Why Omega-3s?
Is There a Sustainability Difference Between Freshwater and Saltwater Fish?
Overfishing happens in both oceans and lakes.
3 Unexpected Traits of a Great Personal Trainer
Look for these attributes to find a personal trainer unparalleled in the experience they provide and change they elicit.
All Together Now: The Parent-Child Workout
Have fun with fitness with this body-weight workout built for parents and kids of all ages.
NATURAL MENTAL HEALTH: 4 Strategies to Filter Out Fear
Being afraid is natural — but here are some ways to keep fear from controlling you.
4 Simple Ways to Detox the Air in Your Home
Do you know what you’re breathing in your home? Here’s how to improve your indoor air quality and create a healthier living environment in your home.
8 Ideas for Intergenerational Fun at Life Time
Discover some entertaining, healthy ways that grandparents can spend quality time with their grandkids at our athletic country clubs.
More Than a Water Workout
How one team member’s mom has found her community, her class, her place at Life Time.
The Healthy Father’s Day Cookout Menu
Fire up the grill and celebrate Dad with these tasty recipes.
Can Exercise Build Brain “Muscle”?
Yes, according to recent research — and it might also help reduce the neuroinflammation connected with Alzheimer’s.
New USDA “Bioengineered” Food Label: What You Need to Know
Here are some of the loopholes and exemptions you might know about.
How Much Does Pollution Affect Seafood Quality?
Fish are frequently contaminated with persistent organic pollutants. Here are some tips on how to avoid toxins when you eat fish.
Are Fitness Goals Overrated?
After years of perceived failures, our fitness editor reimagines the purpose of setting goals.
How Much Cardio Do You Really Need?
Don’t just “do cardio.” Transform your conditioning program by doing the right amount and intensity to drive results.
How to Buy, Store, and Use Cabbage
This cruciferous veggie is endlessly versatile and a storage superstar. These tips can help you feel more confident using it in your kitchen.
6 of Our Favorite Sunscreens
Here are some nontoxic sunscreens for a range of skin types.
10 Ways to Get Better at Time Management
Most of us have about 4,000 weeks to live — a fact we might rather ignore. But psychology journalist Oliver Burkeman believes that embracing this limitation can help us get more satisfaction out of life.
Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Sweat
Discover the fun, fascinating, funky truth about sweat.
Birdie Wermy’s Success Story
How a grueling relay started one Indigenous runner on a path toward a healthier, happier life.
Are We Half Human and Half Microbe?
Many experts have noted that our bacterial cells outnumber our human ones by about 10:1, but according to recent research, it might be more like 1:1.
A Look at ARORA Social Events: See the Highlights
Watch how these Life Time members enjoyed taking part in ARORA community events.
PUMPING IRONY: The Downsizing Dilemma
COVID, interest rates, and a tight housing market have dampened the appeal of downsizing for many empty nesters. But that only partially explains why we’re adding a second bathroom 10 years after the kids moved away.
The 7 Principles of Leave No Trace
Leave No Trace principles help us protect and care for our wild spaces.
How to Take a Risk
Risk is about more than ignoring your fears or your better judgment: Taking intentional, measured risks in your endeavors can help you cultivate courage that serves in other areas of your life.
5 Refreshing Drinks Perfect for Summer Sipping
Add flavor and fun to your beverage rotation this season with these make-at-home options.
Go Your Own Way
Experience Life‘s editor in chief talks about charting your own course.
An ARORA Transformation
How a career shift to leading Life Time’s active aging initiative transformed one Life Time executive’s own health and well-being.
How to Find Sustainable Seafood
Fish offers a host of health benefits, but pollution, overfishing, and human-rights abuses have muddied the waters. Learn how to make more sustainable choices.
Going Beyond the Endzone
9 Hidden Gems of our National Park System
Escape into nature and step back in time to explore some of the less-visited treasures in our national park system.
How Can I Protect My Hair From Chlorine Damage?
Pro tips for enjoying summertime dips without harmful effects on your hair.
4-Minute Meditation for Stress Release
Use this guided breathing exercise to let go of stress and anxiety and take in stillness and calm.
13 Global Condiments to Use
Explore an array of international condiments and sauces — and get ideas for experimenting with them in your next meal.
Coping With Ambiguous Loss
How do we find closure when we’re not even sure the door has closed?
What to Do When Your Streak Challenge Is Over
Streak challenges are a powerful way to energize a training routine. Keep the momentum alive with these tips.
How to Do the Curtsy Lunge
Try this twist or it’s variations on this go-to lower-body move to build glute and leg strength, improve hip stability, and challenge your balance.
Expert Picks for Plant-Based Proteins
A Life Time dietitian shares her top choices for plant-based protein food sources — and considerations to keep in mind if you’re using them to hit your daily protein targets.
A New Look at Chronic Lyme
Many physicians who treat tick-borne diseases now combine conventional medicine with gentler integrative strategies — and more long-term patients are getting well.
How to Use Tea-Tree Oil
This antiseptic and antifungal essential oil has several applications. Discover a few ideas for your home and body.
PUMPING IRONY: Robots to the Rescue?
The first comprehensive review of U.S. nursing homes in more than 35 years reveals an industry that has done little to improve resident care. And while policymakers talk about reform, everyone else seems to be talking about robots.
A Place to Belong
While we desire adventure, we can also long for familiar surroundings. Life Time can offer a bit of both.
Behind the Scenes With Larry Fitzgerald (Video)
Go behind the scenes at our cover shoot with NFL legend Larry Fitzgerald as he talks about intentionality and life after football.
Why Cold for Recovery?
Beyond the End Zone: Larry Fitzgerald
NFL legend and philanthropist Larry Fitzgerald talks about navigating and balancing his priorities off the field.
How pH Balance Affects Your Body’s Ability to Detox
Discover how to naturally detoxify your body every day by maintaining a balanced pH level.
6 Ways to Stay Motivated at Work This Summer
These tangible tips can help you maintain focus on the job — so you can maximize your off-work hours this season.
Baba Ghanoush
A classic Lebanese dish, baba ghanoush is ideal for eggplant skeptics: Roasting the veggie mellows its natural bitterness and gives it a lush, nutty flavor.
What Chronic Conditions Might be Exacerbated by Food Reactivity?
Food sensitivities can make chronic conditions, such as Crohn’s disease, IBS, and ulcerative colitis worse.
How to Improve Kids’ Nutrition
Two-thirds of American kids’ calories come from processed food. Here’s how we can do better.
PUMPING IRONY: In Need of a Boost
U.S. seniors have rolled up their sleeves for the initial rounds of COVID vaccines at a rate far above average, but as COVID-related deaths among vaccinated Americans continue to rise, public-health officials worry that too many have stopped short of the booster.
Unlock Your Own Strength
Five tips for how to tap into your physical and emotional strength — even amidst life’s challenges — from Life Time member Julie Porras.
Strength Times Two
One woman’s search for strength leads to her daughter’s personal power, too.
Is Being Overhydrated Dangerous?
Although overhydration is rare, it can be as dangerous as dehydration.
Cilantro-Coconut Chutney
The coconut milk in this chutney lends it a rich creaminess, and the ginger and jalapeño give it some punch.
3 Moves to Stretch Your Inner Thighs
Mobilize your adductors to improve pelvic positioning and protect against inner-knee and lower-back pain.
The Pool Workout
This water aerobics workout offers a strength-and-cardio challenge that’s gentle on your joints.
Is Food Reactivity On the Rise?
Yes. The most common allergenic foods are peanuts, milk, shellfish, tree nuts, eggs, finfish, wheat, soy, and sesame.
8 Food Safety Myths
How cautious do we need to be in the kitchen? Our experts share tips for safe food handling, prep, and storage.
An Honest Talk About Mental Health
What Happens to Your Body When It’s Underhydrated
Slowed cell metabolism and kidney stones are just some of the potential effects of underhydration.
Making Friends as an Adult
How to get past the awkwardness of reaching out to new people.
How Fermented Foods Help Your Body Naturally Detox
Discover how fermented foods like kefir and yogurt can help your body’s natural detoxification process.
Curried Red-Lentil Dip
This dip is an homage to dal, a ubiquitous dish in Indian cuisine. The recipe calls for the lentils to be cooked like rice, which keeps them from falling apart and gives the final dish some texture.
Can Food Reactivity Be Healed?
Many food sensitivities can resolve over time — as long as the gut has a chance to heal and foods are reintroduced slowly.
Is Exercise More Important Than Weight Loss For a Longer Life?
When it comes to longevity, regular exercise may be more important than weight loss, according to a recent study.
What Are Common Triggers for Food Intolerances and Sensitivities?
Leaky gut syndrome frequently precedes food intolerances and food sensitivities. Here’s why.
7 Tips to Boost Your Butyrate
If you’re eager to increase your own butyrate levels, here are several ways to start.
Aging Active and Fit: Introducing ARORA-Certified Personal Training
A Life Time training expert on everything you need to know about the new ARORA personal-training certification — and the healthy-aging benefits it can offer you.
Why Is it Important to Reintroduce Foods Over Time, When Possible?
Eating a wide variety of healthy foods is important for both physical and mental health, says our expert.
5 Reasons to Opt for a CSA This Summer
Buying a share of a local farm’s harvest offers more than fresh, seasonal produce. It supports your community.
PUMPING IRONY: Total Recall
The thousands of retirees lured back into the workforce by companies desperate for workers are experiencing the kind of job security they could only dream of in pre-pandemic times. They may also be accruing some surprising neurological benefits.
Dark Chocolate Yogurt Dip
Sliced fruit is the perfect accompaniment to this chocolaty yogurt dip.
3 Tips to Succeed in Your First 5K
Participating in a running event or race? Consider this expert advice as you begin your training.
How to Get Your Kids in the Kitchen
It’s never too early — or too late — to introduce your kids to the life skills learned in the kitchen.
Why Water Workouts?
How Sweat Inducing Foods Help Your Body Naturally Detox
Discover how inducing your body to sweat can help your body’s natural detoxification process.
How Healthy Fats and Oils Help Your Body Naturally Detox
Discover which foods to include in your diet that naturally help fight inflammation, allowing the body to detox and improve your overall health.
How to Make Your Own Sports Drink
Avoid unhealthy additives by making your own sports drink. Add some trace-mineral drops for an extra boost.
What Is a Food Intolerance?
Unlike food allergies and food sensitivities, food intolerances do not involve the immune system. Here’s why.
5 Kid-Friendly Cooking Tools
Welcome kiddos into the kitchen with these tools, including scaled-down baking sheets and serrated safety knives.
Muhammara
If you can’t find pomegranate molasses for this traditional Syrian dip, you can simply buy pomegranate juice and reduce it!
Step Inside: Life Time Lake Zurich
Discover Life Time’s newest athletic country club in Illinois. With everything from pools to workout floors with state-of-the-art equipment, this is a place you don’t want to miss.
Say Hello to the Team at Life Time Lake Zurich
From the first face you see upon entry to the leader you see at the front of a cycle class, this team is fired up to serve you in this new athletic country club.
What Is a Food Sensitivity?
Food sensitivities often cause delayed — not immediate — reactions such as joint pain, fatigue, and brain fog.
How to Buy, Store, and Use Eggplant
Get inspired to use more of this nightshade in your home kitchen.
Uncovering the Mystery of Chronic Pain
Nervous-system cells, called glia, may play a role in the chronic pain that affects more than 1 billion people around the globe.
What Is a Food Allergy?
Although the term “food allergy” is used widely, it refers to a food exposure that triggers an immediate, marked immune response — often involving IgE antibodies.
Are Plant-Based Meats Truly More Sustainable?
The answer, it seems, is complex.
How Butyrate Can Help Protect Against Leaky Gut
Butyrate can help keep inflammation in check by strengthening our gut lining.
Do Environmental Toxins Play a Role in Food Reactivity?
Glyphosate, which is used in the herbicide Roundup, and mercury in fish can contribute to leaky gut.
Confessions of an Imperfect Eater
Experience Life editor in chief Jamie Martin on how to nurture our sometimes embattled relationship with food.
The Health Benefits of Butyrate
Butyrate is a short-chain fatty acid that plays a surprisingly big role in overall health.
Cliff Edberg’s Success Story
Overweight and bullied as a child, this former bodybuilder overcame multiple challenges and is now helping others.
Kale and Chèvre Dip
This pesto-flavored goat cheese dip is great with raw veggies.
Does Food Reactivity Increase the Risk of Disordered Eating?
It can, but working with a functional nutritionist can help.
Do Compression Garments Work?
Compression garments and devices manipulate your circulatory system to boost performance and recovery. Are they right for you?
Intentional Care
When we consciously show up for others — in our actions and words — we can create deeper, more meaningful connections.
Sioux Chef Sean Sherman on the Importance of Indigenous Food
Native chef Sean Sherman is striving to decolonize America’s idea of food.
Get Your Glow On: A Q&A With Chef Ryan Dodge
We talk to Life Time executive chef Ryan Dodge about his food philosophy, food that is alive, and LifeCafe’s Coffee Crunch Energy Bites.
3 Unique Ways to Assess Your Heart Health
These simple-to-conduct assessments can provide valuable insights into the health of your heart — and guidance for your fitness regimen.
PUMPING IRONY: A Formula for Frailty
An outing with an elderly friend seems to corroborate recent research weighing the impact of social isolation on the physical fitness of seniors.
Can Hops Help Ease Insomnia?
This plant can ease anxiety and insomnia — especially sleeplessness related to nervous tension.
What Are the Best Strategies for Coping With and Recovering From Food Reactivity?
If your symptoms are mild, you could start with an elimination diet. Otherwise, it’s best to consult with a functional-medicine practitioner.
Everything You Need to Know About Hydration
Hydration is so good for our health that it’s become a hot wellness trend. We weigh in on the hype and answer common questions about what to drink and when.
7 Superfoods to Try Now
Superfoods get a lot of attention for their nutritional potency — some justified, some overstated. These seven power foods are actually worth the hype.
4 Endangered Foods
The climate crisis is threatening the foods we love. Here’s what we can do about it.
Why Pickleball?
How to Do the Seated Twist
Twisting can help stretch muscles of the torso, restore spinal mobility, stimulate circulation, and support digestion.
Work From Anywhere: The 3 Life Time Work Locations Set to Open in 2022
Life Time Work provides space to embrace the new normal of hybrid work by expanding to three new locations in 2022.
Allergy, Sensitivity, or Intolerance? A Guide to Food-Reactivity Issues
Learn more about the difference between food allergies, intolerances, and sensitivities, what might be behind their increasing prevalence, and what you can do about them.
4 Ways to Use an Overripe Avocado
Don’t toss that precious fruit! Discover four ways to use an avocado that seems past its prime.
Tastemaker: Q&A With Padma Lakshmi
The Top Chef host and best-selling author Padma talks about her passion for immigrant cultures and their food stories — and the joys of eating more adventurously.
Lapsang Souchong–Infused Margarita
Enjoy this sophisticated take on the classic Margarita cocktail.
Green Tea Manhattan
Enjoy this unique and flavorful twist on the classic Manhattan cocktail.
6 Delicious Dips
Dunk sliced raw veggies or your favorite crackers into one of these healthy dips. Bonus: We even have a dessert dip!
CLIMATE CHAMPION: Arctic Ice Project
This transformative climate project — focused on protecting ice caps — offers surprising hope for the future.
A Barre Fusion Fun Workout
Try this sample workout from the Life Time 5/40 Fit program to elevate your heart rate and the fun in your fitness regimen. Plus, get tips for workout routine success from the 5/40 Fit coaches.
Your “Press Play” Workout Plan: Introducing the 5/40 Fit Program
Learn about this coaching-team-led video workout program designed to bring fun, variety, and energy to your routine in a way that also drives results.
5 Products to Elevate Your Summer Yard Party
Five of our favorite products to improve the quality of your outdoor time.
Bold Black Breakfast Tea
Full-bodied black teas from India and China can make a great swap for a morning cup of coffee.
How to Replace Self-Criticism With Positive Affirmations
Want a fast way to improve your self-image? Replace demoralizing self-criticism with more no-nonsense statements that reflect a positive appreciation for your body — and your present reality.
A Whole-Family Health Transformation: Meet the Draney’s
What started with a dad looking to address an injury has led to his wife and two kids also joining in on a journey to become their healthiest, happiest selves together.
6 Night-Hiking Tips
Hiking after dark heightens the senses in wonderful ways. Learn about the the skills you need to undertake this adventure.
CLIMATE CHAMPION: Santa Cruz Mountains Stewardship Network
This transformative climate project — focused on protecting ecosystems in the Santa Cruz region — offers surprising hope for the future.
5 Eating Patterns to Avoid
Our relationship with food can be complicated. Here are five strategies to avoid secret snacking, mindless munching, and more.
PUMPING IRONY: Typecast
Can certain personality traits protect us from cognitive dysfunction as we grow old? New research holds out some hope, but I have my doubts.
7 Tips for Eating a Raw-Foods Diet
Thinking about trying a raw-foods diet? These tips, including easing into raw foods and eating warming spices, might help ward off digestive distress.
Afternoon Darjeeling Iced Tea
Darjeeling tea is sold in two main varieties: first flush and second flush. For iced tea, the more assertive notes of second- flush teas are ideal.
Low-Fat Diets Linked to Low Testosterone
Higher-fat diets are associated with higher levels of testosterone, according to three small studies.
A Simple Secret to Running Better
Turns out distraction might be one of the keys to a better running performance, according to a recent study.
CLIMATE CHAMPION: SCAPE Studio
This transformative climate project — that uses “oyster- tecture” to combat shoreline erosion — offers surprising hope for the future.
The Murph Challenge
This challenging workout — 100 pull-ups, 200 pushups, and 300 squats bookended by one-mile runs — is more popular than ever. World-record holder Alec Blenis talks about how to tailor it to your unique skill level.
How to Buy, Store, and Use Dates
Whether as a standalone snack or an ingredient in your next recipe, this sweet fruit deserves a place in your kitchen.
Kashmiri-Style Tea With Saffron and Almonds
This tea brings together the flavors of spiced tea with the freshness of a green tea.
CLIMATE CHAMPION: Kiss the Ground
This transformative climate project — focused on regenerative agriculture — offers surprising hope for the future.
PUMPING IRONY: Is There a Pharmacist in the House?
The pandemic has pushed pharmacists into primary-care territory traditionally dominated by physicians, and some policymakers believe convenience and expense argue for giving them even more latitude to test and treat. The American Medical Association begs to differ.
What Is the Skin Microbiome?
Turns out our skin has as many microbes as our gut. Here’s why that matters for health.
5 Moves You’ll See in Alpha
Ready to tap into your inner Alpha athlete? Try these staple movements from our strength-building signature group training program.
Do the Chemicals in Single-Serve Coffee Pods Disrupt Hormones?
A recent study looked at estrogenic chemicals in pod- brewed coffee. Here’s what it found out.
CLIMATE CHAMPION: Reef Life Foundation
This transformative climate project — which uses IntelliReefs to help rebuild coral reefs — offers surprising hope for the future.
Make-Your-Own (Healthier) Deep-Dish Pizza
Enjoy a feel-good pizza night in less than 20 minutes with an at-home version of this featured favorite from the LifeCafe menu at Life Time River North at One Chicago.
NATURAL MENTAL HEALTH: How Nature Supports Our Mental Health
Here’s how nature supports our mind and mood — and how to get more of it.
Dragon Well Chinese Green Tea
Longjing (or Dragon Well) is one of the most famous Chinese green teas. Here’s how to brew a perfect cup.
Can the Common Cold Prime Our Immune System to Fight COVID?
Exposure to germs may help our B cells and T cells battle COVID later on.
How to Dream Big
Pursuing your dreams means leaping early and often and making bold moves.
Can Bicycles Help Create a Better World?
We often think of cycling in terms of personal health, but it has many social, economic, and environmental impacts.
CLIMATE CHAMPION: One Tree Planted
This transformative climate project — focused on reforestation strategy — offers surprising hope for the future.
4 Tips for Tea Preparation
Follow these suggestions to brew a perfect cup of tea.
PUMPING IRONY: Home Healthcare Shakeup: Palliative or Predatory?
Health-insurance conglomerates are gobbling up home-healthcare companies, despite the industry’s inability to attract and retain workers. Early signs suggest that few of the benefits of these mergers will accrue to caregivers and their elderly clients.
The Problem With Antimicrobial Cleaning Products
Surface transmission of COVID is rare. But, many of us are still using antimicrobial products to clean surfaces — and killing good bugs in the process.
Should People With IBS, Leaky Gut, or Other Gut Issues Eat a Raw-Food Diet?
If you have digestive challenges, a raw-foods diet might not be right for you. Here’s why.
12 Tips to Create an Eco-Friendly Kitchen
Try these tips to cut back on food and plastic waste in your kitchen.
How Jane Goodall Sustains Hope
Although the future may seem bleak, Jane Goodall seeks to inspire us all with faith, resiliency, and awe.
Spring-Inspired Recipes from Chef Seamus Mullen
Seamus Mullen shares a spring menu made up of some of his fresh favorites.
CLIMATE CHAMPIONS: GRID Alternatives
This transformative climate project — focused on increasing access to solar energy — offers surprising hope for the future.
Chai Tea With Toasted Spices
This take on Indian masala chai uses almond milk, but feel free to use any milk you’d like.
Jane Knight’s Success Story
After years of near immobility, a woman gains independence — and much more — when she discovers recumbent cycling.
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: To Step or to Jump?
What yoga has taught our fitness editor about the importance of transitions.
Straight-Line Simplicity
Want to make a situation or decision less complicated? Think about going from point A to point B.
Adolescents’ Most Common Mental-Health Issues
When is it depression, social anxiety, or substance abuse — and when is it normal “teen angst”?
7 Climate Champions
Protecting ice caps and restoring the ocean floor are just a couple of the transformative climate projects that are bringing some hope for the future.
Nurturing Growth
When it comes to the planet and its health, the earlier we start educating ourselves and taking action, the better.
Is Adrenal Fatigue a Real Thing?
Learn about this energy-depleting hormonal condition.
Can Exercise Curb Cancer
A 12-week exercise regimen suppressed the growth of prostate-cancer cells, according to a recent study.
The Racquet-Sport Workout (Video)
An off-court routine to improve your range of motion, joint stability, and overall racquet-sport performance.
The Health Benefits of Cycling
Cycling enthusiasts and experts explains the many ways that hopping on a bike, whether indoors or out, can boost your overall health — and just maybe help build a better world.
Why Some Germs Are Good for Immunity
Learn why a little exposure to germs and viruses is good for your health.
PUMPING IRONY: Unsettled by Snoozing?
Could regular daytime napping be a precursor to dementia — or even a sign that the disease has already taken hold? A new take on what has generally been considered a salutary practice creates some concerns, despite its caveats. I’m going to try not to lose any sleep over it.
Goal-Setting That Sticks
How-to guidance from a trainer for setting achievable goals. Plus, her top eight tips for lasting success.
How to Garden With Native Plants
Combating the climate crisis can begin in our own front yard — using native plants, shrubs, and trees. Here’s how.
Kicking the Sugar Habit: How One Life Time Member Stopped Cravings and Found Success
“My addiction to sugar is gone.”
The Pros and Cons of a Raw-Food Diet
Raw-food diets have many passionate advocates, but the benefits differ for different people. Learn how find a balance that’s right for you.
Spring Cleaning Goes Digital
Six steps for tidying up — and securing — your computer and other digital devices.
Get to Know Your Trainers: Meet Mike Thomson
Plus, try his favorite workout designed to challenge your power, strength, and endurance.
How to Use a Neti Pot
Try this Ayurvedic practice to ease cold and allergy symptoms.
Behind the Scenes With Jason Mraz (Video)
Go behind the scenes at our cover shoot with musician Jason Mraz as he talks about nurturing connections between the earth, food, and good health on his organic farm.
Seeds of Hope: Jason Mraz
Singer/songwriter Jason Mraz is also a passionate philanthropist, activist, and organic farmer who’s inspired to change the world for the better.
The Racquet-Sport Workout
This off-court routine will improve your range of motion, joint stability, and overall racquet-sport performance.
7 Hot and Cold Tea Recipes
Different cultures have various ways of enjoying this age-old beverage. Try one of these recipes to make teatime more delicious.
3 Moves to Relieve and Prevent Elbow Pain
Tennis elbow doesn’t just affect tennis players. Stay pain-free with these wrist and forearm exercises.
How to Do the Mountain Climber
This do-anywhere body-weight move combines strength and cardio training with intensity. Explore several fun modifications to add variety to your workout routine.
The Health Effects of Loneliness and Isolation
Loneliness and isolation, which are two separate conditions, have only been exacerbated during the pandemic.
PUMPING IRONY: Desperate Measures
Biogen, the maker of the controversial Alzheimer’s drug Aduhelm, last week released the long-awaited results of two clinical trials — which promptly raised more questions than they answered.
7 Tips on Eating for Trauma Recovery
Cutting back on caffeine, eating magnesium-rich foods, and more can help support you while you are healing from chronic stress.
How to Jump-Start Your Creativity
Artistic pursuits are more than just a form of self-expression — they can also be a health- supporting addition to a balanced life.
The Power of Community Gardens
Community gardens offer a wide array of benefits: beautifying the landscape, fighting food insecurity, helping people come together, and more.
Instant Pot Pipián Pork
This fork-tender pork in green mole sauce can be made in a slow cooker as well.
A 5-Move, Lower-Body Workout for Strength
Go through this base-building routine on your next lower-body day.
A Field Guide to Potatoes
Learn the features — and nutritional benefits — of five types of potatoes: French fingerlings, Peruvian purples, red potatoes, Yukon golds, and russets.
How to Improve Vagal Tone
Getting a massage, chanting, breathing deeply, and taking a cold shower can all help stimulate your vagus nerve.
How to Meet a Workout Partner — and Be a Better One Yourself
The benefits of finding your fitness community, how to meet friends to exercise with, and tips for being a supportive workout partner.
How to Free Yourself From the Cycle of Rumination
These seven tips can help stop obsessive rumination and cool down your body and mind.
PUMPING IRONY: On Memory and Forgetting
Concerned about my septuagenarian friend’s sudden memory lapse, I was comforted by new research suggesting that a little forgetfulness may not be a bad thing.
The Problem With Dams
Locks and dams are artifacts of the 20th century that we will have to pay dearly to maintain or have removed in this century. But restoring our rivers could pay off in myriad ways.
The Beginner’s Guide to Sprint Interval Training
An eight-week sprint interval training (SIT) program that newbies can use to reap the benefits of this intense exercise method — or to prepare for taking your first Ultra Fit class.
Maximizing the Experience: 7 Features of a Signature Membership
This Life Time membership now includes an even wider range of amenities, programs, and services — some that may surprise you.
The Science of Sprinting
Sprint interval training (a.k.a. SIT) can boost your fitness and transform your body at a cellular level — and Life Time is putting it to work in its Ultra Fit training class.
Pipián Verde (Green Mole Sauce)
This bright-green mole sauce includes pepitas, tomatillos, spinach, cilantro, and chili peppers.
Lemon Poppy Seed Bites
Enjoy the lemon flavor of these sugar-free bites from our Sugar Fix program.
Sharon Salzberg on Real Happiness
The mindfulness pioneer on healing ourselves and the world.
Which ARORA Class Is Right for You?
Learn more about Life Time’s collection of fitness classes designed for healthy aging — and find the one that best fits your goals.
How Does EMDR Work?
No one is exactly sure how eye movement desensitization and reprocessing helps treat trauma, but here are three working theories.
17 Green Foods to Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day the Healthy Way
From your morning smoothie to a relaxing evening beverage, enjoy these fresh, nutritionally packed recipes on St. Patrick’s Day — or any day to load up on your greens!
Piece by Piece
Two years into the pandemic, Experience Life‘s editor in chief reflects on the importance of tending to one’s mental health.
This is Your Vagus Nerve on Lockdown
Here’s how a lack of social interaction and fear of COVID contagion affects your vagus nerve.
From Status Quo to Flow: A 3-Minute Guided Visualization
Use this mental exercise to focus on areas of your life where you feel like you’re processing change or encountering challenge.
Tangy Cashew Cream
Fresh lemon juice and garlic lend the zing to this vegan sour-cream alternative.
7 Moves You’ll See in ARORA Chair Yoga
Embrace the added support of a chair as you go through these gentle yoga movements.
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: 3 Moves to Release Shoulder Tension
Our fitness editor shares her three-part, do-anywhere stretching routine for soothing her muscles and mind.
Movement Therapy
Life Time member Sherry Poss credits her health and fitness regimen as an essential tool in helping her beat cancer.
Why the Vagus Nerve Matters to Your Health
The vagus nerve, also known as the gut–brain axis, plays a critical role in stress regulation and overall health. Learn how you can take care of yours.
How Trauma Affects Our Eating Habits
Trauma can play a significant role in our relationship with food — which is why some nutritionists and dietitians are practicing a more holistic approach.
How to Make Matcha at Home
This green tea packs an energizing caffeine punch and lots of antioxidants. Here’s how to make it at home.
3 Tea Drinks for Coffee Lovers
Trying to cut back on coffee? Swap your morning cup for one of these strong, full-bodied beverages.
PUMPING IRONY: Better Late Than Never
It’s no secret that regular exercise can lower your risk of a heart attack, but new research suggests that the same salutary benefits may apply to those who wait until they hit 70 to start moving.
Expert Answers: Should I Supplement With Melatonin?
A Life Time dietitian shares what to know if you’re considering this supplement to support your sleep.
Are the Carbs in Potatoes the Same as the Carbs in Sugar?
In short, no. Potatoes contain a more complex form of carbohydrate called amylose, which digests more slowly than sugar.
Kaltun Karani ‘s Success Story
How relinquishing a numbers-focused approach to health and wellness helped one woman reconnect with her body and its needs.
Do You Have COVID-somnia?
Try these 12 tips to get some sleep and deal with chronic insomnia.
How to Grow Sprouts
Celebrate the start of spring by cultivating some of these nutritionally dense plants in your kitchen.
Leg Day: A 5-Move, Glute-Focused Workout
Strengthen your glute and leg muscles with this easy-to-follow lower-body workout.
Cauliflower Rice
Blitz some cauliflower in a food processor, cook with avocado oil in a skillet for five to 10 minutes, season with salt, and you’re done.
The Stretching and Mobility Workout
This head-to-toe routine will stretch your muscles, mobilize your joints, and leave you feeling fantastic in five minutes flat.
The Promise of Psychedelics in Mental-Health Care
Psychedelics such as psilocybin and MDMA have been used to treat everything from depression to PTSD to substance use.
How EMDR Helps to Treat Trauma
Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing is a trauma treatment that often produces results when nothing else will. But what is it, and how does it work?
Advice From a Trainer: 5 Tips for a Successful D.TOX
The top strategies for success this trainer learned after going through the Life Time D.TOX program multiple times.
Determined to Overcome: Meet Life Time Member Dennis R.
The recent 60day Challenge winner shares how he used a low point as a catalyst to take hold of his health for the positive — and offers the strategies for success he learned along the way.
How to Buy, Store, and Use Cauliflower
This popular cruciferous veggie is nutritious and endlessly versatile.
The Indoor-Rowing Workout
These three indoor-rowing workouts promise to propel your cardio fitness forward, no matter your level.
Instant Pot Green Soup
Packed with green veggies like spinach, broccoli, zucchini, and scallions, this nutritious soup is topped with a tangy vegan cashew cream.
PUMPING IRONY: The Price Is Not Right
New polling suggests that Americans — especially seniors — are more stressed than ever about the cost of healthcare. While policymakers struggle in vain to adjust the dynamics that fuel those costs, some of us have chosen to minimize our reliance on the broken system.
4 Moves You’ll See in GTX
Curious about this signature group training program? Try these compound moves, then string them together for a quick workout.
How to Do the Bear Crawl
This functional full-body movement can help strengthen the body and mind at any age.
The Health Benefits of Eating Potatoes
Long maligned by various healthy-eating plans, potatoes are back in favor — and more nutritious than you might think.
Do We Really Need to Take 10,000 Steps a Day?
According to a recent study, we could get many of the health benefits with about half as many daily steps.
Decisions Define Us
Our day-to-day choices create the stories of our lives, so knowing who we are and what matters is essential for experiencing life to its fullest potential.
The Resilience Workout
Try these five moves — half-kneeling press, suspension-trainer one-arm row, goblet squat, glute bridge, and suitcase carry — to build physical, mental, and emotional resilience.
Choco Nut Butter Shake
Oatmeal offers extra fuel and nut butter provides more satiety to this chocolate-flavored shake.
How Exercise Can Help Build Physical — and Mental — Resilience
Learn how exercise can help build a body and mind that can roll with life’s punches — and come back stronger after stress.
The Power of Restorative Yoga
Learn how restorative yoga can help you find a renewed sense of calm — on and off the mat.
In Her Own Lane: Nicole Phelps
Nicole Phelps has emerged as an influential mental-health advocate through lessons learned while supporting her husband, Olympian
Michael Phelps, through troubled times.
PUMPING IRONY: Rushing to Retire
The older workers who are fueling the Great Resignation represent a daunting challenge to employers — and the economy — while remaining a mystery to this retirement-averse boomer.
How Therapeutic Work — and Medication — Helped Gabrielle Bernstein Emerge from Trauma
In her new book, Happy Days: The Guided Path from Trauma to Profound Freedom and Inner Peace, spiritual teacher Gabrielle Bernstein talks about how medication, when prescribed as part of a larger program of recovery and therapy, can help establish a safe baseline from which to do the deeper work.
8 Ways to Become Better at Networking
A Life Time Work manager shares practical tips for improving this essential career skill.
3 Weeknight Instant Pot Meals
Mix up your meal routine with these Instant Pot recipes from best-selling author Michelle Tam’s latest cookbook.
Shrimp Simmered in Green Mole
Make the green mole ahead of time and this dish comes together in minutes.
Returning to Your Roots: Hair Care Tips from a Natural Hair Enthusiast
LifeSpa stylist Kyra Scheeringa shares her personal hair journey and tips for making the switch to embrace and properly care for your natural hair texture.
Step Inside: Life Time Palm Beach Gardens
This sunny coastal city in Florida welcomes a Life Time Athletic Country Club.
Get Progressive: A Barbell Workout for Full-Body Strength
Build muscle mass and work your entire body with this intermediate to advanced barbell workout that uses progressive overload to challenge your body every time you complete it.
Take Your Pick: Which Life Time Digital Weight Loss and Training Program Is Right for You?
This guide can help you find the app-based program that can help you reach your goals.
4 Unexpected Ways to Enjoy Brussels Sprouts
Taste how this vegetable transforms in this variety of recipes.
What is a Resident Concierge?
Learn how this team member helps Life Time Living residents take their health and wellness to a whole new level.
On-Screen Success: 11 Best Practices for Video Calls
Practical tips and etiquette advice to improve the quality and productivity of your video call experiences.
PUMPING IRONY: In Praise of the Prune
The digestive benefits of prunes are well documented, but recent research suggests they may also help postmenopausal women maintain healthier bones — if they eat enough of them.
Circadian Rhythm: Why This Pattern is Key to Your Health
Understand the many ways a rhythmic circadian cycle can impact your health — and eight lifestyle factors that can help optimize it.
The 8-Minute Partner Workout
Get your heart pumping as a pair with this three-move routine.
How Hydration Affects Spine Health
It’s important to hydrate well — and nourish yourself with key nutrients — to keep your spine healthy. Here’s why.
The Big Game Workout
Put your athleticism to the test on game day by performing these body-weight moves each time one of these plays happens.
Pushing Forward and Remaining Resilient: Meet Ryan J.
You might recognize her from her triumphant win over box jumps — but there is so much more to her healthy way of life journey.
PUMPING IRONY: Turn On, Tune In, Drop Out
Despite our checkered history with recreational drugs, boomers typically aren’t screened for substance abuse when we visit a doctor. Meanwhile, thousands are dying of overdoses.
Is Life Time’s 21-Day Lean + Tone Program Right For You?
Everything to know about this digital program that uses foundational strength training and nutrition changes to help you lose body fat and gain muscle tone.
Coach Anika’s Total-Body Routine
Try this sample workout from the 21-day Lean + Tone program to challenge and build strength.
6 Exercises for a Healthy Spine
Your spine is the literal backbone of your body, playing a key role in how well you move. These six exercises can help keep it strong, mobile, and healthy.
Why Black Women Need Self-Care
Radical self-care practices are critical for healing ourselves and our communities, especially when it comes to Black women. Psychotherapist and social worker Oludara Adeeyo, the author of the new book Self-Care for Black Women, explains why — and offers a grounding exercise you can try today.
Is Life Time’s 6-Week Shred Training Program Right For You?
Everything to know about this digital exercise program that uses a strength-focused split routine to help participants achieve fat loss and muscle toning.
Coach Nick’s Biceps and Triceps Routine
Try this sample workout from the 6-Week Shred program to challenge and build strength in your arms.
PUMPING IRONY: Alzheimer’s Research: Hope or Hype?
While the Medicare set awaits a final decision on coverage for Biogen’s controversial Alzheimer’s drug, a new study suggests seniors may get the same benefits from regular exercise. Both approaches, however, raise more questions than they answer.
Pizza Meatballs
Enjoy as an appetizer or serve with roasted veggies to make into a meal.
3 Moves You’ll See in ARORA Total Body
Give these low-impact warm-up, cardio, and strength movements a try.
Can Taking a Walk Help the Aging Brain?
Regular walks can help improve the brain’s white matter, according to a recent study.
Banana Oatmeal Muffins
Protein powder gives these breakfast muffins an energy-sustaining nutritional boost.
Coconut “Whipped Cream”
This vegan whipped cream has just three ingredients — full-fat coconut milk, vanilla extract, and a little powdered sugar or maple syrup to sweeten it up.
PB & J Overnight Oats
Rich in fiber and protein, this quick and easy breakfast will keep you satiated through your busy morning.
Step Inside: Life Time River North at One Chicago
Get a peek at this landmark development and Life Time’s newest athletic resort destination, now open in the heart of downtown Chicago.
Good Green News
There’s so much bad news surrounding climate change that it often eclipses the positive achievements we’re making.
Ham, Basil, and Veggie Egg Cups
Bake, refrigerate, and eat all week long! These egg cups make a nutritious on-the-go breakfast for busy mornings.
Blackened Salmon Caesar Salad
This spin on a traditional Caesar salad features greens from Brussels sprouts and omega-3s from a filet of salmon — both of which can offer mood-supportive benefits.
Double Chocolate Protein Bars
Nutty and chocolaty, these gluten-free energy bars will keep you satisfied during busy days.
PUMPING IRONY: High Anxiety
Our toxic political climate is contributing to widespread mental-health issues, conditions seniors struggle to overcome because of Medicare’s limited coverage options.
Ze’ Pierce’s Success Story
Struggling with body dysmorphia, a former model improves his health and fitness — and uncovers a passion for helping others do the same.
The Growing Appeal of Pickleball
Life Time members from across the country share their love for this up-and-coming court sport and how it fits into their personal fitness routine.
Carrot-Cake Pancakes
Top these pancakes with Greek yogurt, toasted pecans, and a sprinkling of cinnamon powder.
From Snow to Sun: Personal Insights About Training for the Miami Half Marathon
An honest look at one runner’s destination race training plan — and how she’s preparing to get to the starting line.
The Scout’s Toolbox
Our defenses can blind us to information that we need to make good decisions. These six tips can help.
The State of Our Children’s Health
The pandemic has wreaked havoc on children’s health. Here are some takeaways.
PUMPING IRONY: Going Slow
As scientists struggle to create treatment protocols for those coping with long COVID, a new study suggests they shouldn’t ignore long-term mobility issues many seniors face after even a mild case of the virus.
Plant-Power Pancakes
These vegan spelt-and-almond flour pancakes are wonderful topped with tahini and fresh raspberries.
How to Build Romance Through Gratitude
Genuine appreciation can increase intimacy in your relationship. Here’s how.
The Addictive Power of Processed Foods
Big Food engineers foods like chocolate, ice cream, French fries, and chips to be addictive. Here’s how.
NATURAL MENTAL HEALTH: The Power of Stillness
How taking time to do nothing can lead us to our better selves.
PUMPING IRONY: Dying to Lose Weight
A new survey suggests that dieting for weight loss remains the preferred approach among women who are displeased with their bodies, even as evidence mounts that cutting calories — especially for older women — may do more harm than good.
Metabolism Changes With Age — Just Not When You Might Think
Metabolism peaks in infancy, according to a recent study.
Life Time in the News: “Down 60 Pounds, This Competitor and Dad of Three is Ready for the Houston Marathon”
Over the course of his adult life, Life Time member Albert Li’s motivation for fitness has ebbed and flowed. Learn how his recent successful completion of the 60day Challenge has helped him stay consistent.
What’s Your Carbon Footprint?
Try these three free online calculators to find out.
Savory Sweet-Potato Pancakes
Serve with sautéed spinach, fried eggs, sliced avocado, tahini, and hot sauce.
Super Greens Shake
Start your day feeling super with the nutritional power of the greens in this shake.
Get to Know Your Trainers: Meet Brian McKinney
Learn how he’s successfully coached hundreds of Life Time members — including three 60day Challenge grand-prize winners. Plus, get his workout plan that uses basic movements to challenge your total body.
Long-Haul-Covid Recovery and Vaccines
Some people with long-haul COVID have seen their symptoms abate after getting one of the mRNA vaccines. Here’s what might be at play.
Is Decaf Coffee Good or Bad for Your Health?
Not all decaf coffee is the same. Here’s what to avoid — and how to brew the perfect cup of decaf.
How to Make Better Decisions
A “scout mindset” can help us cultivate curiosity, improve our reasoning, and make better decisions.
Cardio, Strength, Community: Everything to Know About GTX at Life Time
Learn about this results-based Signature Group Training program in our Q&A with a GTX coach.
Cardio, Strength, Community: Everything to Know About GTX at Life Time
Learn about this results-based Signature Group Training program in our Q&A with a GTX coach.
How to Navigate a Strained Relationship
Our differences don’t have to keep us polarized. Try this expert advice for forging unexpected connections.
The 8-Week Glute-and-Hamstring Workout (Video)
Learn the moves for this eight-week glute-and-hamstring program designed to build your strength, power, and overall resilience.
The 8-Week Glute-and-Hamstring Workout
Supercharge your strength, power, and overall resilience with this eight-week glute-and-hamstring program.
Discover ARORA
Learn all about Life Time’s latest collection of activities designed for those who want to stay active, healthy, and social as they age.
Discover ARORA
Learn all about Life Time’s latest collection of activities designed for those who want to stay active, healthy, and social as they age.
Your Healthy Way of Life Calendar
Take the long view of the year ahead with this seasonal map of health-supporting reminders.
PUMPING IRONY: Emotional Baggage
Determined to begin culling nearly a half-century of accumulated stuff in our basement, I encounter some fraught emotions and conflicting priorities — and a little holiday magic.
4 Ways to Express Gratitude
Channel an optimistic outlook with one of these four helpful tools.
Steady Progress
Experience Life‘s editor in chief talks about resolution abandonment and how to truly approach health and well-being.
Our 18 Most Popular Healthy-Eating Recipes of 2021
A variety of equally delicious and nutritious dishes that were viewed the most this time last year.
Taking a Chance on Health
Life Time member Paul Matthies discovered community, hope, and health — one 60day at a time.
Quick Core Workout
Try this sample workout from Life Time’s 30×30 digital training program.
Whey Protein Pancakes
These protein pancakes — made with rolled oats, protein powder, egg whites, and mashed banana — are great topped with coconut butter and fresh blueberries.
Rise and Fall
A reflection on ancient empires and the lessons we can learn from them.
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: On Chasing a New Look
Our fitness editor reflects on setting aesthetic goals without compromising physical or mental health.
3 Fitness Practices to Support Your Metabolism
Three fitness practices that can support your metabolic function — no “hacking” required.
Health and Wellness Trends to Watch in 2022
Life Time experts share their predictions for what will be top of mind in the coming year.
5 Things Every Trainer Wishes You Knew About Your Fitness Efforts
Do you have any of these common assumptions?
How to Do the Barbell Good Morning
Improve your form on this hip-hinge exercise to strengthen your legs, core, and back.
5 Post-Holiday Meals Our Trainers and Nutrition Coaches Are Eating
Here are the healthy meals our experts plan to prepare for a boost in nutrition following the holiday season.
Is Life Time’s 30×30 Training Program Right For You?
Everything to know about this digital fitness program featuring 30 workouts in 30 days — 30 minutes each.
Why Autoimmune Diseases Are on the Rise — Especially After COVID
Lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and other autoimmune conditions are on the rise, partly because of the prevalence of long COVID. Discover what can trigger autoimmunity and how a functional-medicine approach can help.
How to Buy, Store, and Use Vanilla Extract
Savor the flavor of this ubiquitous baking ingredient with these helpful tips.
8 Ways to Resist Diet Culture and Embrace Weight-Neutral Health
Our society’s obsession with dieting can damage our health. These eight srategies can help.
How to Strengthen Your Spine
Learn how improving strength and mobility in your back and spine can improve athletic performance and quality of life.
5 of Our Favorite Reusable Water Bottles
Looking to stay hydrated? Try one of these five reusable water bottles, including one that filters tap water on the spot.
How to Build a Healthy Plate
This template can help you assemble nutritious and flavorful meals — and prevent mealtime indecision and boredom — using key ingredients as building blocks.
7 Ways to Teach Your Daughter Body Positivity
Body-positive athlete Meg Boggs talks about the ramifications of diet culture — and how she is making sure her daughter grows up to be confident and empowered.
The New Pancake Breakfast
Reboot your pancakes with add-ins like mashed bananas, sweet potatoes, shredded carrots, protein powder, and more.
The Path Forward: Maria Menounos
The last five years presented several unexpected obstacles for media maven Maria Menounos. Now she’s paving a new way — and living with greater intention.
PUMPING IRONY: Vanishing Act
Top-rated nursing homes are often cited for serious health and safety violations that put their residents at risk. But a rigged appeals process keeps those infractions hidden from the public.
The Alternative Baking Pantry
Try these flour alternatives in place of wheat flour, as well as these egg and sweetener alternatives.
7 Tips for Conserving Clothing
Stop fast fashion in its tracks by preserving what’s already in your closet.
How Do Phthalates in Personal-Care Products Affect My Health?
Phthalates are endocrine-disrupters, and Black women might be more vulnerable to phthalate exposure. Here’s why.
What Is Your Fitness Potential?
How fit you can get may depend on individual differences in proteins associated with bones, muscles, and blood vessels, according to a recent study.
Gingerbread Protein Bites
Tastes like the cookie, but with a boost of protein and no refined sugar.
Why Drinking Water Alone Isn’t Enough to Stay Hydrated
Consuming adequate amounts of water daily is essential — but you also need to ensure your body holds on to those fluids.
Coconut Cutout Cookies
Use coconut sugar and a whole egg for a softer cookie, or try granulated sugar and egg whites for a cookies that stays crisp longer.
A Daily Commitment: Fitness Tips with Jennifer MacDougall
One member shares six practical tips for maintaining a consistent and healthy lifestyle.
How Super-Agers Avoid Dementia
Genes play a role, but so do lifestyle factors, according to a recent study of centenarians.
How Does the Body Process Alcohol?
Here’s the nitty-gritty on exactly how your body processes that glass of red wine.
Rosemary-Grapefruit Sparkler
Pink grapefruit’s vibrant color and flavor make this simple drink particularly cheery, while heart-healthy rosemary adds an herbal quality.
Finding Independence
“My confidence is back, my motivation is just getting started, and I can’t wait to see what I accomplish in the next 60 days.”
Buckwheat Chocolate-Chip Banana Bread
Whole rye flour can be used in place of buckwheat for a slightly spicy, malty flavor.
How Do Hormones Influence Alcohol Tolerance?
Estrogen levels can influence how quickly we metabolize alcohol. Here’s how.
9 Healthy Holiday Dips and Spreads
Caramelized onion dip, beet hummus, cashew “chèvre,” and more! These nine dips will make holiday entertaining a breeze.
How Do Parabens in Personal-Care Products Affect My Health?
Learn what parabens are and how to avoid them.
Why Magnesium?
PUMPING IRONY: Toothless
Regular dental care is key to overall well-being as we age, but Medicare doesn’t provide coverage. The American Dental Association is fighting tooth and nail to keep it that way.
Chicken Bacon Ranch Bowl
Combine this classic trio of flavors with veggies for a delicious and nutritious meal.
How to Find Fitness Motivation
Past fitness successes and failures can help you move forward in your fitness journey. Here’s how.
A Choose-Your-Own-Adventure Day at the Club
Ideas to keep everyone in the family engaged in healthy fun, whether you choose to spend your time together or alone — or a mix of both.
Orange Almond Cake
This almond-flour cake is topped with a delectable maple cream-cheese frosting.
5 Ways to Try Training
Choose from a variety of trainer-led experiences to gain comfort and confidence in your fitness efforts — all included in Life Time memberships.
4 Ways to Try Training
Choose from a variety of trainer-led experiences to gain comfort and confidence in your fitness efforts — all included in Life Time memberships.
How Does Alcohol Tolerance Change as We Age?
As we get older, we process alcohol less efficiently. Here’s why.
Life Time in the News: “How This Woman Lost More Than 130 Pounds by ‘Habit Stacking’”
How an unexpected event prompted this Life Time member to begin a healthy and sustainable weight-loss journey.
Life Time in the News: “How This Woman Lost More Than 130 Pounds by ‘Habit Stacking’”
How an unexpected event prompted this Life Time member to begin a healthy and sustainable weight-loss journey.
Your On-the-Go Health and Wellness Companion: 7 Features of the Life Time App
Best-in-class workout classes and programs, science-driven health insights, award-winning wellness content — are you taking advantage of all the ways the complimentary Life Time app can support your goals?
What to Say When You Don’t Know What to Say
The first step is listening with empathy and openness.
Is It COVID-19, the Flu, a Common Cold, or Seasonal Allergies?
How to tell them apart during influenza season and the ongoing pandemic.
PUMPING IRONY: Healthy Housework
Recent research suggests that my regular efforts to tidy up the house may help my aging brain and body function more smoothly.
Coach Nick’s Busy Morning Breakfast Smoothie
Blend up Coach Nick’s favorite shake for on-the-go morning fuel.
How the Ingredients in Personal-Care Products Can Affect Your Health
Many of the most popular personal-care items contain toxins that can mess with your health. Here are ingredients to avoid — and tips for finding worthy alternatives.
A Closer Look at Health Care
How to Stay Fit in Winter
Follow Mother Nature’s rhythms to banish workout boredom, stave off injury, and build your fitness.
One-Stop Face Wash
Try this DIY one-stop face wash. Your face will thank you.
Maximizing the Experience: 7 Features of a Signature Membership
This Life Time membership now includes an even wider range of amenities, programs, and services — some that may surprise you.
How B Vitamins Can Help Lift Depression
Supplementing with B vitamins can help protect our brains from stress and increase the production of feel-good neurotransmitters. Here’s why.
A Time for Traditions: 7 Life Time Team Members Share Their Favorite Holiday Rituals
Discover a few of the activities and pastimes that make the holidays memorable year after year for our team members.
Maple Cream-Cheese Frosting
This creative twist on cream-cheese frosting replaces powdered sugar with maple syrup.
4 Ways to Put the Brakes on Ultrafast Fashion
Industry insiders offer tips on how to make your style more sustainable.
The Do-Anywhere Barre Workout
This low-impact, body-weight workout builds stability and flexibility from head to toe.
The Do-Anywhere Barre Workout (Video)
Learn the moves for this low-impact, body-weight workout.
How to Make Beeswax Candles
Avoid unknown fragrances and toxic ingredients by crafting your own candles.
Pilar Gerasimo on the Pursuit of Health and Happiness
The journalist, visionary, and Experience Life founder talks about her morning practice, the learner’s mind, and healthy-deviant mocktails.
The Wild World of Fermentation: Q&A With Sandor Katz
The author and “fermentation revivalist” talks about fermented soybeans, turmeric-infused pickles, and living with HIV.
Moments With Our Trainers: Meet Brian McKinney
“In order for us to really help change someone’s life, they have to hear those cheers again.”
Create a Cozy Home With These Worthy Goods
From sustainable wool blankets to a cribbage board made from reclaimed wood, here are some of our favorite products for long winter nights.
The Mini-Band Workout (Video)
Learn the moves for this portable and challenging mini-band workout.
Bound and Determined
Life Time member Edna Mason shares how a renewed commitment and consistent habits have shaped her ongoing journey to improved health.
How to Do the Single-Leg Pistol Squat
Learn how to personalize the challenging unilateral “pistol” move to build lower-body strength, mobility, and balance.
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: Up and Down the Mountain
Our fitness editor shares a go-to 15-minute circuit that will make you sweat.
The Mini-Band Workout
Learn how to use mini bands for a challenging and portable full-body strength workout.
PUMPING IRONY: Surveillance State
Surveillance technologies can make it easier for the elderly to age in place, but will it mean we’ll see our kids even less often than we do now?
Can COVID Cure Our Ailing Healthcare System?
The pandemic may have a silver lining, according to a recent study: increased in-home-care options and “high-value” medical treatments.
What Is Bystander Intervention?
This expert advice on bystander intervention can help you learn to identify and interrupt harassment in your community.
Reflect, Assess, Adjust
How a simply daily discipline can help you give your life a makeover.
Why More Men Could Benefit From Pilates
From supporting athleticism and recovery to increasing mobility and strength, there’s no question the advantages of incorporating Pilates into your fitness regimen.
How to Bake With Healthy Flour Alternatives
These baked goods made with alternative flours are fit for any celebration.
What Are the Health Effects of Moderate Alcohol Consumption?
Alcohol seems to affect us all differently — and even affect our own bodies differently over time. Here are answers to some of your questions about booze and the body.
My Grandma’s Mug
As the holidays approach, our editor in chief finds herself longing for the way things were.
How to Have More Honest Conversations With Your Friends
The surprising ways that honest, authentic dialogue can deepen your friendships.
How Life Time Performers Prep for Their Live Stream Classes
Seven studio, cycle, and yoga performers share the pre-class routines that get them ready to bring the energy and deliver a sweat when the live stream starts.
The Joy of Eating
Small, satisfying food moments can bring big, valuable pleasure to our lives.
The 6 Best Gifts You Can Give Your Partner
The most valuable presents don’t come from the store. They come from the heart and are offered as a reflection of the care and appreciation you feel for your partner.
PUMPING IRONY: Prescription for Disaster?
The approval of a controversial Alzheimer’s drug has triggered a major increase in monthly Medicare premiums — and fresh concerns about the program’s solvency. I’m hoping it also sparks some new thinking about prescription-drug pricing.
Good Eats for All: How to Navigate the Holidays With Dietary Restrictions
Based on learnings from her own healing journey, best-selling cookbook author Danielle Walker shares tips for enjoying seasonal gatherings when dealing with food intolerances or allergies.
Behind the Scenes With Justin Baldoni (Video)
Go behind the scenes at our cover shoot with the actor, director, and author as he talks about breaking down gender stereotypes.
Self-Reflections: Justin Baldoni
Actor, director, and author Justin Baldoni on showing up as your vulnerable, strong, and authentic self.
10 Ideas for Workplace Giving
Consider these intentional gifts for showing your appreciation to your professional colleagues this holiday season.
Our Favorite Sustainable Spices
High-quality, fair-trade seasonings that make everything taste better.
10 Ideas for Workplace Giving
Consider these intentional gifts for showing your appreciation to your professional colleagues this holiday season.
What’s on 8 Healthy-Living Experts’ 2021 Holiday Gift Lists
Plus, the items and experiences they’re planning to give to others.
Can Massage Soothe Pain?
Massage can lower cortisol levels and enhance dopamine, serotonin, and oxytocin, all of which helps with pain relief.
Cauliflower Steak and Farro Casserole
Roasted squash and farro are topped with cauliflower steaks and walnuts for a comforting dish.
NATURAL MENTAL HEALTH: How Using Your Senses Can Improve Your Mental Health
Smell, touch, and sound can help cultivate resilience. Here’s how.
Turkey Pumpkin Chili
Pumpkin adds fall flavor — and a boost of nutrients — to this comforting chili.
How Are Workouts Different Than Exercise Programs?
Which one is right for you depends on your fitness aspirations.
The Sixth Stage of Grief
How finding meaning in loss can help you heal.
Gender-Identity Terminology
10 terms to know when it comes to gender identity, including “genderqueer,” “assigned gender,” and “gender confirmation.”
Can Massage Help Ease Anxiety and Depression?
Stimulating the peripheral nerves with massage can switch the nervous system into rest-and-relaxation mode.
PUMPING IRONY: A Man Without a Plan
I’ve been putting off drafting a healthcare directive for no better reason than my general aversion to planning. Some palliative-care experts — and plenty of horrific tales — have now delivered some excellent reasons to avoid it altogether.
How Exercise Can Give You a Sense of Purpose — and Vice-Versa
A recent study explores the reciprocal relationship between exercise and purpose.
Wild Rice Pilaf
We use a mix of wild rice and brown rice in this simple pilaf, which is studded with dried cranberries.
Fall Harvest Salad
Delicata squash, baby kale, goat cheese, and roasted walnuts are topped with a dressing made with maple syrup and Dijon mustard.
The Connection Between Sugar and Cancer Metabolism
Sugar is the top food to avoid when it comes to cancer, according to an integrative oncologist at the University of California San Francisco.
Why Vitamin D?
Dairy-Free Green Bean Casserole
We sub in full-fat coconut milk for heavy cream in this mushroom-packed green bean casserole.
Sweet Potato Casserole With Pecan Granola
Our dairy-free sweet-potato casserole is topped with homemade granola.
4 Plant-Based Thanksgiving Side Dishes
Try these veggie side dishes at your next holiday gathering.
Habit Help for the Holiday Season
A four-step plan for solidifying healthy behaviors despite the obstacles of this time of year.
Fit-for-Life Training
The keys to working out as we get older? Build slowly, allow enough time for recovery, and be kind to yourself.
Fit-for-Life Training
The keys to working out as we get older? Build slowly, allow enough time for recovery, and be kind to yourself.
Polenta Pistachio Pesto Casserole
Pesto and broccoli are topped with disks of polenta and grated Parmesan cheese for a homey casserole.
Rising Early May Reduce Depression Risk
Sleep timing may lower risk of major depression by as much as 23 percent, according to a recent study in JAMA Psychiatry.
A Life of Love
Julie Schwartz Gottman, PhD, has overcome tragedy, found purpose, and become wise in the ways of making love last.
Comfort and Joy at Home: 14 Holiday Décor Ideas
Decking out your living space for the holidays can either be exciting or overwhelming — and oftentimes a challenge if you’re more limited in square footage. These sensory tips can help bring the season into homes of all sizes.
3 Hot and Cold Therapies for Postworkout Recovery
These three temperature-based therapies offer postworkout recovery support.
Decode Your Partner’s Love Language
This Valentine’s Day, learn how to communicate more deeply with your better half by learning about the five love languages.
How Exercise Programming Can Be a Game-Changer
Why an expertly-designed exercise program can be better than workouts alone for those going after fitness goals.
11 Massage Modalities
From acupressure to myofascial release to trigger-point therapy, here are various forms of massage — and what they are good for.
PUMPING IRONY: Help for the Helpful
Recent research suggests older folks can be quick to assist others while neglecting their own well-being. The solution may involve learning the difference between being nice and being kind.
Foods to Eat — and Avoid — During Cancer Treatment
Use nutrition to help protect — and fortify — a weakened immune system during cancer treatment.
6 Tips to Start Working Out — at Any Age
Here are six ways to get over the mental barriers to working out.
6 Tips to Start Working Out — at Any Age
Here are six ways to get over the mental barriers to working out.
Why Pilates?
Pear-Fig Bites
This easy-to-make appetizer turns in-season pears into a bite-size sharable perfect for holiday gatherings.
Diving for the Win: A Life Time Member Story
Longtime member and veteran Tommy Blake competed in his first-ever swim meet at 81 — and surprised himself with his ability.
Can Massage Help Relieve Headaches?
Shiatsu-style massage and craniosacral therapy can help with chronic headaches.
Larry Prablek’s Success Story
After a frightening bout with COVID-19, an ER doctor recommits to his fitness routine.
White-Bean Vegetable Soup
This hearty bean soup is packed with Tuscan kale, zucchini, and herbs like basil and oregano.
The Benefits of Group Therapy
Individual therapy sessions are great for mental-health support, but group therapy also offers a variety of unique advantages.
4 Foods to Wake Up Taste Buds During Cancer Treatment
Nourishing yourself while undergoing treatment can be tricky. These foods might help whet your appetite.
6 Tips for Sourcing High-Quality, Fair-Trade Spices
If you want to buy fresh seasonings grown by farmers who are treated fairly, keep these suggestions in mind.
Fit for Life: You’re Never Too Old to Get Moving
One of our greatest misconceptions is that we reach peak fitness when we’re young, and then it’s all downhill. Here are fitness tips for life — no matter your age.
PUMPING IRONY: Medicate or Meditate?
While Alzheimer’s patients wait to see if Biogen’s new drug will someday prove effective — and affordable — researchers continue to make a case for the healing powers of meditation.
How to Buy, Store, and Cook Brussels Sprouts
Brussels sprouts get a bad rap. When cooked properly, these little crucifers can be delightful.
When the Hard Stuff Happens . . .
Build Shoulder Strength With the Upright Row
Perform this popular move with dumbbells to build your rear delts without hurting your shoulders.
The True Costs of Online Shopping
Why shopping at a brick-and-mortar store might be a greener option than ordering online.
Raising the Bar: Katia Smirnov’s Success Story
When one woman began investigating ingredients in her food, she found preservatives, chemicals, and hormones she wasn’t expecting. Her decision to prioritize organic whole foods improved her mood, weight, and overall well-being.
Consider the Context
There are always opportunities to become aware, to adapt — and to find our own right balance of less and more.
Fitting Fitness In — Virtually
Meet five female Life Time members who have found their fitness stride by training from a distance.
How Massage and Healing Touch Benefit Overall Health
Massage can help with pain relief, digestion, and even immunity.
Live, Work, Play: The Benefits of an All-Inclusive Community
Where you live, the way you work, and how you play all contribute to overall well-being — and having them all integrated can support a well-rounded healthy way of life.
Spicy Chicken Meatballs With Coconut Pineapple Rice
Oat flour helps bind together these spicy chicken meatballs, which are topped with a pineapple-honey glaze.
Caramel Pecan Bars
Who needs pie?
Can Aducanumab Help Treat Alzheimer’s?
Many scientists and Alzheimer’s researchers are not so sure.
The Story of Spices
Prized as global commodities for centuries, spices are experiencing a renaissance. Our experts explain how to source high-quality, fair-trade products to use in your own kitchen.
The Greater Whole
When there are choices that are good for us and the broader system, there is a collective opportunity for more significant change.
The Benefits of Alkaline Water
Research suggests alkaline water may help lower blood pressure and cholesterol and moderate the effects of diabetes.
Eating Well During Cancer Care
Integrative cancer experts offer ways to nourish yourself when food seems less appealing.
Yoga for Veterans: Q&A With Daniel Libby, PhD
The founder of the Veterans Yoga Project shares how past and present military members are benefiting with self-regulating tools like yoga and meditation.
What’s In Your Makeup?
It’s hard to know. Why? Federal rules regulating the cosmetic industry have not been updated for more than 80 years.
Make Time for Recovery
Our fitness editor shares her favorite at-home tools for postworkout relief.
11 Tips to Improve Indoor Air Quality
Simple steps to clear the air inside your house.
How to Make Friends at Your Health Club
It can be a challenge to form friendships as an adult. Here are a few ideas for meeting and connecting with others who are also pursuing health goals.
The Tempo-Based Workout
Get more out of your weightlifting efforts and break through plateaus with tempo training.
Why Kettlebells?
PUMPING IRONY: A Kind of Reckoning
Age, the pandemic, and the looming flu season have persuaded me to engage with our broken healthcare system after ignoring its offerings for the past 20 years. First impressions have not been favorable.
Get to Know Your Trainers: Meet Nicholas Sandoval
Nicholas Sandoval is the newest trainer supporting members in digital workout programs. Learn a little bit about him — and even get his go-to morning smoothie recipe.
4 Comforting Meals to Bring to a Friend in Need
Nutritious, comforting recipes designed for leaving on a friend’s doorstep.
The Liberation of Less: Christine Platt
For the author, advocate, and Afrominimalist, there’s more than one way to live a simpler life.
How to Lower Grilled Meat’s Cancer Risk
Adding onions and garlic to a meat marinade may offset the risks of heterocyclic amines.
How to Mix Up the Biceps Curl
Personalize your strength routine with these variations on one of your favorite arm lifts.
5 Healthy Halloween Treats
No tricks, just tasty Halloween eats.
The Pumpkin Circuit Workout
Use a pumpkin to add challenge to this full-body bodyweight routine.
7 Ways to Support the Great Lakes
Take these simple actions to help support the Great Lakes and waterways across the globe.
Tools to Ease Cold and Allergy Season
Breathe a little easier with these natural supports for colds and allergies.
5 Safety Tips for Cold Conditioning
Cold conditioning offers a variety of health benefits, but it’s important to stay safe when it’s cold outside. Here’s how.
What to Do When You’ve Been Ghosted
Not having closure can make it difficult to move on. Here’s one strategy.
The Exercise and Movement Guide to Supporting Your Immune System
Learn how exercise and movement can help support your body’s immune system. Plus, get a four-week, immune-friendly strength workout plan.
Pumpkin Pie Protein Shake
Enjoy the taste of this beloved fall pie in a healthy, blendable shake.
The Exercise and Movement Guide to Supporting Your Immune System
Learn how exercise and movement can help support your body’s immune system. Plus, get a four-week, immune-friendly strength workout plan.
Tzatziki Dressing
Tzatziki is often served with gyros, but it can also be a nice creamy accompaniment to many meals.
Balsamic-Marinated Tomatoes
These simple marinated cherry tomatoes will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to a week.
How to Mix Up the Pull-Up
Personalize your strength routine with these variations on one of your favorite moves.
8 Tips for Using Alliums
The nutritional health benefits of alliums — think onions, garlic, chives, and shallots — are impressive. Use these kitchen tricks when incorporating them into your diet.
5 Ancient Wheat Grains to Try
Some people with gluten sensitivities find some ancient wheat grains easier to digest. Here are five to try.
How to Cultivate a Healthy Response to Rejection
Being rejected is disappointing, but becoming self-aware can help temper your reaction.
For the Aging Gut, Change is Good
As we age, our microbiomes change — and that might be a good thing. Here’s why.
Consumers, Unite . . . in the Snack Aisle
A half-century since boomer activists loudly proclaimed a whole-foods revolution, a new study suggests Americans are eating more ultraprocessed foods than they were 18 years ago — despite the known health risks. And guess who’s leading the trend?
5 Steps to Develop Cold Tolerance
This breathing technique from Wim Hof can help with cold conditioning.
8 Ways to Protect Your Vision
Proper nutrition and hydration are just two ways to support eye health.
How to Mix Up the Barbell Back Squat
Personalize your strength routine with these variations on one of your favorite lower-body moves.
Healthier Peanut Butter Cups
Trade in the store-bought candy for this easy-to-make, healthier alternative.
Meet Your Life Time Team Training Coaches: Four Experts Focused on Transformation
These coaches have designed programs to push and encourage members — wherever they’re located — to make meaningful progress as they pursue their fitness goals.
Crispy Herbed Tofu
A dusting of cornstarch is the key to the crisp texture.
A Calling From Cancer
When two sisters received back-to-back breast-cancer diagnoses, they developed a virtual system to support each other — and became inspired to do the same for others.
How to Make a Ginger-Lemon Wellness Shot
Mix up this anti-inflammatory wellness drink to give your immune system a boost.
Let’s Play Pickleball
This social, all-levels-friendly game is the fastest-growing sport in the country. Here’s what to know if you want to join in.
4 Tips for Creating a Successful Book Club
Respectful debate and setting expectations are key.
How to Mix Up the Bench Press
Personalize your strength routine with these variations on one of your favorite lifts.
Brown Rice Pilaf
This healthy pilaf is studded with sun-dried tomatoes and fresh basil and parsley.
The Lifestyle Guide to Supporting Your Immune System
Understand what factors outside of nutrition and exercise influence the health of your immune system.
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: How to Use a Fitness Device Mindfully
Our fitness editor shares how she listens to her body instead of obsessing over device-driven goals.
Why Recovery?
Your Guide to Gender Identity
An inclusivity expert shares tips for navigating gender-related conversations with greater empathy and ease.
What You Need to Know About Alliums
What is an allium — and why do you need to eat more of them? Read on for the benefits of onions, garlic, leeks, and more.
NATURAL MENTAL HEALTH: Is Depression Overdiagnosed?
Labeling all mood dysregulation as “depression” may interfere with effective treatment. Consider this a more nuanced approach.
PUMPING IRONY: Headed for a Fall
Millions of elderly Americans land in the hospital each year after taking a tumble. So why are doctors continuing to prescribe drugs that increase that risk?
Raising Awareness on World Mental Health Day
This year’s theme highlights the need for universal access to resources. Discover what you can do to support your own and others’ mental well-being.
How to Mix Up the Overhead Press
Personalize your strength routine with these variations on one of your favorite upper-body lifts.
Coach Paul’s Top Tips for Unwinding Before Bedtime
These ideas can help promote end-of-day relaxation — so you can get a better night’s sleep.
How Climate Change Is Affecting the Great Lakes — and What You Can Do About It
The Great Lakes are critical to our environment, cultures, and economy — and even our spiritual lives. But they are under threat on many fronts. Here’s how you can help.
The Nutrition and Supplementation Guide to Supporting Your Immune System
Discover which foods and supplements are essential for helping your body build a strong immune system.
Oven-Baked Falafel
Dried chickpeas are the key to achieving the perfect falafel texture: crisp on the outside, fluffy on the inside.
The Benefits of a Book Club
A bibliophile’s guide to creating — and sustaining — a great reading group.
How to Mix Up the Barbell Deadlift
Personalize your strength routine with these variations on one of your favorite lower-body lifts.
How to Build Empathy and Compassion in Your Community
There’s a big difference between cursory cordiality and true benevolence. Our experts make the case for spreading deep kindness in your community.
PUMPING IRONY: Small Talk, Large Rewards
While the benefits of cultivating strong relationships are well known, we often overlook the value of the brief random social interactions that really make our day.
What to Do When You’ve Fallen “Off the Wagon”
We all experience bumps in the road when going after health goals. Here’s how to make sure it remains a bump and not a derailment.
Exercise: A Promising Factor for Protecting Against COVID
A regular fitness routine may help protect those diagnosed with COVID against hospitalization and even death.
What to Do When You’ve Fallen “Off the Wagon”
We all experience bumps in the road when going after health goals. Here’s how to make sure it remains a bump and not a derailment.
Feats of Greatness
Experience Life editor Jamie Martin on emotional agility and mental well-being.
Understanding OCD
What is OCD, and what are some treatment options?
Feed Your Mind
Psychiatrist Drew Ramsey, MD, author of 50 Shades of Kale, is all about eating to fuel your brain — and your happiness.
Pumpkin Spice Oat Milk Latte
The use of fresh spices and caramelization of canned pumpkin brings rich flavors to this favorite fall beverage.
What is Pumpkin Purée and How Do I Use It?
Canned pumpkin is a nutritious, versatile ingredient. Here’s what to make with pumpkin purée as well as how to pick out a good brand.
Sturdy Greens Salad
Use any sturdy green — like kale, chard, mustard greens, or collard greens — to make this hearty salad.
Stay in the Game
The benefits of playing sports are as true for adults as for kids. Explore the perks, and get tips for finding the game that’s right for you.
How to Mix Up Your Strength Routine
There’s no need to muscle through the same old weight workouts. Personalize your strength routine with these variations on your favorite lifts.
Get Flexible: Ideas for Embracing a Hybrid Approach to Fitness
Personal trainers offer tips for integrating both onsite and virtual fitness programming to create a routine that works for you.
Alejandra Blanco’s Favorite Family-Style Ceviche
Follow the step-by-step instructions to make Life Time team member Alejandra’s mother’s ceviche recipe yourself at home.
Lucy Sanchez’s Favorite Pozole Verde (Her Mother’s Recipe)
Life Time team member Lucy Sanchez shares this beloved recipe of her mother’s — and the story that surrounds it.
The Standing Ab Workout
Tired of crunches? These six dynamic moves can build a strong, functional core.
11 Ancient Grains to Try
What are ancient grains, and why should we eat them? Read on for expert advice on how to broaden your whole-grain horizons.
What Is Leaky Gut?
We answer some of your most common questions about leaky gut syndrome.
A Residence and a Retreat: Welcome to Life Time Living Green Valley
Living a healthy life is easier when your home is designed with your well-being in mind. Get a sneak peek at how you can live, exercise, and embrace community all in one location at this brand new living space just outside of Las Vegas.
5 Fitness Mistakes — and How to Avoid Them
Skipping warm-ups, not having a plan, and other common workout blunders.
Pause for a Moment
In stressful times, the ability to slow down, process, and be present can be transformative.
Why Meditation?
How to Do Jumping Jacks
Finesse your form on this classic calisthenic move to amp up its cardio benefits. Explore one of its many variations for a playful and dynamic workout.
Coach Lo’s Signature Green Shake
Get your greens disguised with a chocolate taste with this shake from the Fit + Focused program.
Cup of Hope
Longtime Life Time Performer Kym Jolstad has dedicated her life to helping others pursue health. Now she’s selling artisan coffee to fund research that gives hope to those facing a devastating disease.
How to Deal With Rejection
Fear of rejection can keep us from living life fully, but there are graceful ways to handle the sting.
4 Rotational Stretches to Ease Back Tension
Rotate your spine safely — and reduce back tension — with these four stretches.
7 Make-Ahead Plant-Based Recipes to Up Your Lunch Game
Try these creative make-ahead recipes to level up your plant-based-lunch game.
Try it Out: 6-Move Fit + Focused Workout
Curious what the workouts in the Fit + Focused program are like? Give this sample workout designed to improve your strength and conditioning a go.
What to Know About the Life Time Fit + Focused Program
Plus, get to know Coach Lo who designed and will guide you along the six-week plan.
The Health Benefits of Cold Conditioning
Cold exposure and conditioning, including taking ice baths, may offer a range of health benefits, from mood stabilization to metabolic improvements.
Trust Your Inner Strength: Caeleb Dressel
The 7-time Olympic gold medalist talks about perseverance and staying focused.
Roasted Tomato Sauce
Roma tomatoes are roasted with onions, garlic, and herbs and then blended and canned.
Tips From a Tennis Pro: Why Regular Play Is Essential to Upping Your Game
If you want to be a skilled all-around tennis player, the trick is to focus on more frequent game play and less on lessons alone.
How Much Caffeine Is In That?
The amount of caffeine in some of our favorite foods and drinks varies greatly.
Why Do Some Women Gain Weight on the Keto Diet?
In her new book, Women, Food, and Hormones, Sara Gottfried, MD, discusses the keto paradox and why a traditional keto diet tends to work better in men than in women.
Resilient at Heart
Life Time member Yuki Tenoh endured a traumatic childhood, but her inner strength and self-awareness have led her to a place of well-being and peace.
A Better Way to Work Has Arrived in Downtown Minneapolis
Learn everything you need to know about Life Time Work’s new flagship coworking space in the vibrant business district of downtown Minneapolis.
5 Evening Routines for Better Sleep
Try these tips for better sleep at night, including dimming the lights in the final hours of the day and staying away from the bedroom until you are ready to go to bed.
Train Like an Athlete: A Football-Inspired Workout
This full-body workout comprises some of the go-to movements of top players — though you don’t need to be a pro to tackle it on your own.
PUMPING IRONY: From Bonus to Busted?
Social Security beneficiaries will be getting a hefty cost-of-living raise next year, which may temporarily ease their anxiety over a new report warning of the program’s fast-approaching insolvency.
5 Fitness Classes for Stress Relief
Whether you prefer to unwind with quiet stillness or release emotion with high-energy movement, there’s a fitness class suited to your stress-management style.
3 Ways to Get Hydrated — That Aren’t Plain Water
Try one of these three creative ways to boost your body’s hydration levels.
The Connection Between Noise and Hearing Loss
By 2050, one in four people is projected to have some hearing loss. Some of that is due to chronic noise exposure.
How to Choose the Best Cinnamon
This essential fall spice has plenty of uses beyond baking.
6 Morning Routines for Better Sleep
Did you know that making your bed in the morning ups your chances of sleeping well at night?
Fun to Be Had: 9 Ways Tweens Can Enjoy Life Time
Too old for kids-specific activities but not quite old enough for adult-only offerings — what’s a tween to do? We have a few ideas.
Pickled Beets
These ginger-infused pickled beets can be processed in a hot-water bath for longevity — or simply refrigerated and used within a month.
Ashanti Branch on Creativity, Mental Health, and Real-World Choices
The nonprofit founder and educator talks about how best to invest in kids.
Decibel Levels for Common Sounds
From quiet to deafening, here are average decibel levels for everyday sounds in the world around us.
Three Movements, Six Ways: How to Modify Staple Exercises
Step-by-step guidance for ways to build up your ability to do the movements or add challenge once you’ve mastered the originals.
Fitness Data Explained
Wearable fitness devices collect a lot of information. Learn how to make the most of yours.
How to Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month as an Ally
A Latina writer and coach offers ideas for education, advocacy, and community connection.
PUMPING IRONY: The Honeymoon’s Over
With the White House pushing Congress to allow the government to negotiate drug pricing, Big Pharma wonders, Where’s the love?
How Much Caffeine Is Right for Me?
To figure out how much caffeine — if any — is OK for you, try eliminating it for a couple of weeks and then reintroducing it.
Why Are Hearing Aids So Expensive?
FDA’s inaction hinders development of affordable hearing aids.
Megan Larsen’s Success Story
When Megan Larsen traded her sedentary suburban life for a rural hobby farm, she lost 170 pounds and was able to climb back in the saddle.
Life Time Poolchella
Get a peek at Life Time’s summer Poolchella retro pool party event.
9 Ways to Expand Your Palate
Experimenting with what you put on your plate can open you up to new flavors — and even help you find ways to enjoy foods you’ve previously avoided.
Why Hydration?
Colon-Cancer Testing Comes Home
A new home test called the fecal immunochemical test might help millions of Americans who are behind on colonoscopy screenings.
Meet Your Studio, Cycle & Yoga Performers: Three Experts to Motivate Your Workouts
Plus, learn to move like these performers with their signature moves.
The True Source of a Runner’s High?
Could endocannabinoids —not endorphins — be the answer?
3 Tips for Packing Lunches the Whole Family Will Love
Plus, easy and nourishing recipes to get you started.
Pickled Giardiniera Vegetables
Use a mix of crunchy veggies — cauliflower, carrots, celery, jalapeños — in this spicy, piquant relish.
Key Lime Pie Protein Shake
Coconut milk and lime juice come together in an island-worthy, sugar-free shake that will have you riding summer vibes all year long.
The Nature Cure
Learn how going outdoors can help ease depression and hypertension and improve resiliency and immunity.
Soothe Your Skin
Looking to pamper your skin? Here are some of our favorite tools, including a dry brush.
How Procrastination Can Sabotage Your Weight-Loss Goals
Plus, five ways to stop delaying your health and fitness efforts.
Healthy Fun for Younger Ones: All About Kids Classes at Life Time
Curious if any of the options at Life Time might be right for your kiddos? This expert Q&A explains everything that’s available as part of your Junior Membership.
How to Build Community After a Pandemic
In the wake of COVID-19, your community needs you more than ever. Discover new ideas for reconnecting.
7 No-Prep Convenient Snack Ideas
Next time hunger hits and you’re short on time, try grabbing one of these healthy options.
A Guide to Hot-Water-Bath Canning
Our step-by-step instructions to hot-water-bath canning will help you preserve your fruits and veggies.
PTSD Coaching
The Department of Veteran Affairs has developed several apps to help veterans cope with trauma — but they’re available to everyone.
18 Ideas for Easy Meal-Planning
Experience Life readers share tips and tricks for making meal-prep and planning easier.
PUMPING IRONY: A Smart Choice?
Recent research suggests that postponing my retirement might be good for my aging brain.
Added Sugar Doubles Liver-Fat Production
Even moderate amounts of added sugar in our diets can negatively affect our liver, according to a recent study.
Ready to Listen
Slowing down to notice how we feel — and what we desire — can help us better align with our purpose.
Complete the Stress Cycle
Human Giver Syndrome makes women uniquely vulnerable to stress-related illnesses and burnout. Renowned health educator Emily Nagoski, PhD, offers strategies we can all use to relieve the tension.
Meet Your Team Training Coaches: Four Experts to Know
These four Life Time coaches from across the country have built programs to help members pursue health changes and reach new goals.
Fitness Training Goes Virtual
It’s been one of the biggest fitness trends over the past year — and it’s here to stay. If you’re curious about Life Time’s virtual training options, here’s everything you might want to know to see if it’s right for you.
11 Tips to Optimize Your Circadian Rhythm
Seeking better sleep? Try these morning and evening routines to get in sync.
Apple-Maple Butter
If you want to preserve this apple-maple butter, process it in a hot-water bath.
Does Face Yoga Actually Help Tone Your Facial Muscles?
Experts weigh in on this anti-aging trend — and offer a few exercises you can try at home.
3-Week Indoor Cycle-Training Workout
A beginner’s plan to train your body for a one-hour cycle ride.
Can Smell Training Help COVID-19 Survivors Restore Their Sense of Smell?
Many people who’ve recovered from COVID-19 lose their sense of smell or suffer from a condition called parosmia, which is a distorted sense of smell. Smell training would help.
PUMPING IRONY: Growing Pains
A fraught battle with our 4-year-old grandson over screen time has forced Grandma and Grandpa to admit that his customary weekly visits may now hold less allure for him — and us — than they once did.
4 Recipes for a Holiday Picnic
Take advantage of the long weekend with this perfectly packable picnic.
How to Do Side Plank
Boost your lateral stability, core strength, and overall balance by personalizing this body-weight training staple. Take it to the next level with two challenging variations.
The Downside of Optimism
The power of positive thinking is undeniable, but insisting on always maintaining a sunny disposition can also have a dark side. Our experts share advice for taking the bad with the good.
The Chipper Workout
This high-volume workout will challenge your strength, conditioning, and mental stamina.
Coach Paul’s Labor Day Workout
Move your body over the long weekend with this do-anywhere, circuit-style workout.
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: Modify, Modify, Modify!
How our fitness editor personalizes her routine to make exercises easier, harder, smarter, and all-around better.
How Does Caffeine Really Affect Your Health?
Your questions about this common stimulant, answered.
6 Steps to Create a Fitness Routine You’ll Love
Here’s how to find a fitness routine that resonates with you.
Plastics: The Beginning of the End
For the good of our planet and our health, it’s time to rethink our habits around single-use plastics.
4 Trapezius Muscle Stretches to Relieve Pain
Improve your neck and shoulder comfort with these simple exercises.
How Noise Affects Your Health — and What to Do About It
Excess noise isn’t just irritating — it can undermine your health. Learn why it’s important to calm the clamor with these strategies.
How to Can Fruits and Vegetables
Canning is making a comeback. Preserve your summer and fall produce like a pro with these beginner recipes.
5 Things to Do — and Not to Do — When Starting a Health Program
A Life Time coach shares the dos and don’ts she’s seen make the difference for clients when embarking on a new fitness or nutrition plan.
5 Things to Do — and Not to Do — When Starting a Health Program
A Life Time coach shares the dos and don’ts she’s seen make the difference for clients when embarking on a new fitness or nutrition plan.
Your Body on Junk Food: Q&A With Michael Moss
The Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist talks about how Big Food uses sugar, salt, and fat to hook Americans.
How to Use Tapping
This holistic-healing technique uses the body’s acupressure points to lower stress and reset your mind.
Awakened Spirit: Shefali Tsabary, PhD
With a blend of Western psychology and Eastern philosophy, therapist and author Dr. Shefali offers a path to authenticity and liberation.
PUMPING IRONY: Meddling With Medicare
For reasons both political and pecuniary, attempts to expand Medicare benefits have always been a tough sell, despite the rising demands of an aging population. As Congress prepares to give it another shot, I’m hedging my bets.
How Do I Pick a Prenatal Vitamin?
Learn about the importance of this supplement before, during, and after pregnancy, as well as how to select a quality one that delivers optimal supportive nutrients.
Does Your Zip Code Determine Your Health?
Why social determinants, such as access to quality housing, education, and fresh food, can have an impact on your well-being.
What Is a Healthy Menstrual Cycle?
The menstrual cycle holds many clues to a woman’s overall health. Here’s how to identify what’s normal for you — and when to seek help.
Tried and True
Life Time Team Member Racquel W., shares the key factors that have helped her navigate life’s unexpected obstacles with patience and grace.
7 Ways to Spot Misinformation on Social Media
On social media, separating fact from fiction isn’t always easy. Use these tips to help cut through the noise.
Coach Sam’s 5-Ingredient Pulled Chicken
The perfect versatile meal-prep protein.
Lab Testing Creates More Personalized Medicine
Targeted lab testing can help provide root-cause data.
What Will the Postpandemic Workplace Look Like?
Whether we’re working from home or in “third places” like coffee shops and coworking spaces, we are reinventing the way we work.
Why Environmental Health Is Human Health
The health of the planet and of humans is one and the same.
Step Inside: Life Time Coral Gables
“What we’re opening is so much more than a health club or a gym. We’re not a gym. We’re a healthy living, healthy entertainment, healthy aging destination with resort-like experiences that are second to none.”
Staying Fit in College
A chaotic class schedule doesn’t have to mean a non-existent exercise plan. Learn how a Life Time Digital Membership can support your healthy-living efforts.
Can Microdosing Help Mental Health?
Some health providers are using psychedelics to help treat depression, anxiety, and PTSD.
How Can I Waste Less Food in the Kitchen?
Get inspired to reduce, reuse, and regrow your produce at home.
Gluten-Free Zucchini Bread
Veggies are even easier to eat when they’re baked into delicious bread.
PUMPING IRONY: Vision Quest
At a time when impaired vision among the senior set is beginning to alarm some public-health experts, a surprising change in my own eyesight has me scrambling to get a better view of things.
Expert Answers: What Is Pickleball — And Why Is Everyone Playing It?
A Life Time racquet sport pro shares what you need to know about this booming sport.
How Do I Start Working Out?
Four of Life Time’s Master Trainers share their go-to strategies for making fitness progress — whether you’re picking up your routine again or starting fresh.
Expert Answers: What Is Pickleball — And Why Is Everyone Playing It?
A Life Time racquet sport pro shares what you need to know about this booming sport.
How Do I Start Working Out?
Four of Life Time’s Master Trainers share their go-to strategies for making fitness progress — whether you’re picking up your routine again or starting fresh.
How Telehealth Boosts Healthcare Access
For those with chronic conditions, telemedicine is a boon.
3 Tips for Packing Lunches the Whole Family Will Love
Plus, easy and nourishing recipes to get you started.
8 Dairy-Free Foods — and How to Cook With Them
Here’s how to incorporate nondairy products into your home cooking.
Creating Positive Change: What’s Your Why?
Four Life Time members and 60day Challenge finalists share the lessons they learned using the program to transform their physical, mental, and emotional health.
A Medal-Worthy Swimming Workout
Have a kiddo who gets inspired by the swimming events at the Summer Games? Encourage them to give this water workout a try to channel their inner athlete.
The COVID-19 Plastic Pandemic
There’s been a steep increase in the use of single-use plastic since the pandemic hit — here’s why.
Basil Pesto With Chicken Sausage Mason Jar Salad
Fresh pesto brings a burst of summer flavor to this transportable salad.
Why Small Habit Changes Might Not Work For Everyone
While one-habit-at-a-time methods can be useful for some, many times a more holistic overhaul may be a more successful approach for getting you to your goal.
Green-Tea Lovers May Live Longer
Drinking green tea at least three times a week is associated with a lower risk of heart disease and stroke, according to recent research.
PUMPING IRONY: Foul Air, Faulty Brain
Raging wildfires and other sources of airborne pollution are threatening more than our respiratory and circulatory systems. New research is strengthening the link between air quality and dementia.
The Back-to-Fitness Workout Plan
A 30-day program to help build all-around fitness and get you back into an exercise routine.
The Back-to-Fitness Workout Plan
A 30-day program to help build all-around fitness and get you back into an exercise routine — even if you’ve been sedentary over the past year.
Drills to Improve Your Kids’ Basketball Game
This 30-minute workout is designed for kids of all ages to sharpen their dribbling, shooting, and ball-handling skills.
Birthday Cake Protein Balls
Because it’s always someone’s birthday.
Are Health-Tracking Devices for Biofeedback Worth It?
The pros and cons of biotracking.
How 6 Coworking Members Make the Most of Life Time Work
Meet six Life Time Work members and discover the coworking features they use to support their businesses, personal-health goals, and productivity.
Introducing Dates to Your Diet
Sugar cravings can be hard to resist. Satisfy the hankering with this sweet fruit that can also serve a healthier alternative in dessert recipes.
Flavoring Grilled Proteins: 6 Rubs and Marinades to Try
Ditch store-bought spice mixes and sauces for these healthy, simple recipes that’ll up the taste of grilled meats and fish.
Why Addiction Is a Public-Health Issue
Taking a more humane approach to addiction can help all of us.
PUMPING IRONY: Your Place or Mine?
Concerned that they may be called upon to provide full-time caregiving someday if a late-life romance leads to cohabitating, many older couples are choosing to follow their hearts — while maintaining separate residences.
Kids Studio SHRED
Music drives this energetic, self-paced class for kids of all fitness levels. Shred through cardio bursts and strength training for the upper body, lower body, and core to help build confidence, strength, and coordination.
The Good-Death Movement
Death-positivity can help us reframe the end of life.
Go for Gold: Summer Games-Inspired Movement
Are you in awe of the global athletes and their fitness prowess? Give their types of training a try with these moves and workouts inspired by four popular sports.
How Exercise Improves Your Immune Health
Regular movement is one of the best ways to tamp down inflammation — and up your immunity.
5 Ways You Can Support Regenerative Agriculture
Regenerative agriculture is critical to the future of food — and the planet. Here’s how you can help.
How Can I Encourage My Child to Try a New Activity?
Get inspired to add new kids’ activities to your family’s routine with these tips and best practices.
How to Boil an Egg
Try our simple four-step method for fuss-free, easy-to-peel eggs every time.
Rocky Road Protein Squares
Your favorite ice cream flavored transformed into a healthier protein bar.
5 Truths Behind Weight Loss Success Stories
Time and time again, our coaches see these five elements as being key to those seeking a weight-loss transformation.
Why Finish Lines Work for Fitness Programs
Four reasons to work finish lines consistently into your health and fitness approach.
How Can I Encourage My Child to Try a New Activity?
Get inspired to add new kids’ activities to your family’s routine with these tips and best practices.
The Rise of Animal Assisted Healthcare
“Biotherapy” involves using animals such as dogs, horses, and even worms to help healing.
PUMPING IRONY: I’m All Ears
With my hearing aids on the fritz, I suddenly find myself rooting for scientists seeking a way to genetically manipulate the malfunctioning human ear.
How Fitness Can Improve Your Brain and Mental Health
Moving your body can help you sharpen your focus, improve your mood, and more.
How Fitness Can Improve Your Brain and Mental Health
Moving your body can help you sharpen your focus, improve your mood, and more.
Dean Barnard’s Success Story
In recommitting to his faith, family, friends, and fitness, one man rediscovers a long-lost passion and reconnects with his purpose.
Go for Gold: Summer Games-Inspired Movement
Are you in awe of the global athletes and their fitness prowess? Give their types of training a try with these moves and workouts inspired by four popular sports.
17 Ways Kids Can Enjoy Life Time Year-Round
Fall, winter, spring, summer — there are always fun activities and healthy play options for your kids to take part in at our athletic country clubs.
Protect and Style: Your Summer Haircare Routine
Simple tips for keeping your hair and scalp healthy and protected when you’re spending more time outside in warm, sunny weather. Plus, ideas for trendy, heat-free styles to try.
The Sleep-Memory Connection
Quality sleep may help prevent Alzheimer’s, according to recent research.
Cherry Chocolate Chip Nice Cream
Made with peak-season cherries and decadent dark chocolate, this stunning nice cream is creamy, summery, and dairy-free.
What’s Different About Weight Loss After 50?
By the time middle-age hits, many often seek a weight-loss goal — but a healthy, effective approach might look different than you think.
7 Ways to Get Rid of Garbage
The future of trash . . . is no more trash. That’s the goal behind the latest ideas from forward-thinking waste researchers and engineers.
Should You Use a Greens Supplement?
Learn why a greens powder may be a worth it way to boost your veggie intake — and what to look for when selecting one.
Why Is Lung Cancer on the Rise Among Nonsmokers?
Secondhand smoke, radon-gas exposure, and air pollution are to blame, say many experts.
The Magazine They Said Would Never Fly
Our founding editor reflects on 20 years of Experience Life.
A Prescription for Action
The “deprescribing” movement faces various obstacles as advocates seek to gain some influence amid our drug-happy healthcare system, not the least of which is simply getting your doctor’s attention.
The Benefits of Moving Your Body
The benefits of physical activity can be felt in every part of the body, making you stronger, smarter, healthier, happier, and even more gorgeous.
Can Regenerative Agriculture Save Us?
Why nourishing topsoil, raising healthier animals, and growing more nutrient-dense crops and produce is critical to the future of food — and the planet.
3 Cold Summer Salad Recipes
Layered in mason jars for tasty and transportable warm-weather meals.
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: Persian Dance Lessons
Our fitness editor reconnects with her heritage through virtual Persian dance classes.
A Go-To Guide for Safer Summer Skincare
Simple tips, swaps, and DIY recipes for cleaner sun-care products.
Amino Acids for Anxiety
These three supplements can help settle the nervous system and calm a worried mind.
How to Up Your Tennis Game — Without Stepping on the Court
Improve your range of motion, joint stability, and overall performance with this off-court workout.
Why This Scale is the Best Way to Measure Progress
If you have a weight-loss goal, you probably want to look outside of the traditional bathroom scale to assess your success.
The Body Is Not an Apology
We can all do better than self-acceptance. Here are 10 tools that can move us toward radical self-love.
PUMPING IRONY: The Color of Worry, the Color of Calm
If stress can lead to graying hair, can periods of calm reverse the process? Recent research suggests it may have that effect, though my graying locks are probably beyond help.
The Future of Health
Discover some of the most promising developments in whole-person health.
Being Coachable
Counting on Community
Psychiatrist and author Nina Vasan, MD, explains how our social connections influence our mental well-being.
4 Tips to Actually Relax This Weekend
Do you spend your weekends running errands or squeezing in too many activities? Try these four tips to take back your downtime.
Workouts to Train Your Body for Outdoor Adventures
Get trail-ready with advice and exercises from our expert trainers to prepare you for hiking, backpacking, paddling, or portaging activities.
The Happier Happy Hour:
6 Alcohol-Free Drinks
Sophisticated sips without the alcohol.
Why Nutrition-Only Programs Rarely Work
Looking for transformational results? Learn why nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle all play a pivotal and connected role.
How to De-Stink Your Sweats
Funky odors in your fitness gear can be tricky to remove. Give these ideas a try.
Sharpen Your Senses With Comparative Appreciation
Here’s how to elevate your senses, enhance your awareness, and increase your pleasure in living by engaging in comparative appreciation .
It All Adds Up
It’s the efforts of many that have made Experience Life what it is over the last 20 years.
Aligning for Change
Education’s role in shaping the future of the planet.
Our Favorite Experience Life Articles
Whether it was the subject or the storytelling, the articles we’ve written, edited, and read these past 20 years have made an impact on our team.
How to Buy and Store Cherries
These popular stone fruits are a sweet (or tart) summer treat. Make the best use of them with these tips.
The 5-Sequence Family Yoga Workout
Follow these family-friendly yoga sequences that are designed to challenge the minds and bodies of all ages.
Fueling for Your Workouts
Make-Your-Own Falita (AKA Falafel Pita!)
Pickled veggies, crunchy slaw, fresh herbs, and creamy dressings are stuffed into pitas for a refreshing summer dish the whole family can enjoy — and customize to fit their taste.
Morning Exercise May Stoke Your Brain All Day Long
Morning movement can increase cognitive skills, according to a recent study.
The Emotional Impact of Miscarriage
Coping with the loss of a pregnancy can take a toll on both a person and a relationship. Here’s why — and what to do about it.
How to Train for Your First 5K
This beginner-friendly plan can help you become a 5K runner in just 90 days.
Coach Anika’s Fat-Burning Fourth of July Workout
With 13 moves with 50 sets, this do-anywhere routine is perfect for a pre-fireworks sweat.
How to Train for Your First 5K
This beginner-friendly plan can help you become a 5K runner in just 90 days.
The 5-Sequence Family Yoga Workout
Follow these family-friendly yoga sequences that are designed to challenge the minds and bodies of all ages.
Expansive Focus: Bahram Akradi
The founder and CEO of Life Time shares the visionary story of creating the Healthy Way of Life brand, plus his insights on the evolution of health and fitness.
Chili-Lime Tilapia Foil Pack
Fish is paired with black beans, red bell peppers, and red onions — and lots of spices — in this quick dish.
How to Be an Ally to the LGBTQIA+ Communities
Learn what you can do to support, uplift, and celebrate the LGBTQIA+ community every day — beyond Pride Month.
9 Cruciferous Veggies — and How to Enjoy Them
There are a wide variety of brassicas and many delicious ways to prepare them.
Living in Your Light
PUMPING IRONY: Born to Run?
Late-blooming runners are routinely beating veteran racers at the national level, raising questions about the toll decades of training exact on the body — and why we choose to run (or not) in the first place.
How to Buy and Store Cucumbers
This popular summer veggie is more versatile than you might think.
What Is Sound Healing — and Is It Right for You?
Taking a sound bath turns on the relaxation response and may help combat chronic stress.
5 Ways to Celebrate Juneteenth
Whether you are taking a day off to be with community or to learn more as an ally, these ideas can help you better connect to Freedom Day.
Cajun Shrimp Tacos With Cilantro Crème and Guacamole
Get a sneak taste of one of the newest additions on the LifeCafe’s new poolside menu with this make-at-home dish.
HIIT for Heart Health
Interval training improves the transfer of calcium in the heart’s cell membranes, according to a recent study.
Steak and Potatoes Foil Pack
Sirloin steak, fingerling potatoes, and broccoli cook at the same time in this foil-pack meal.
3 Moves to Combat Knee Pain
Plus, ways to address common lifestyle factors that can contribute to knee discomfort.
5 Tips to Stop Light Pollution
Turning off lights and advocating for better streetlamps are just two ways to preserve the night.
How to Make Your Own Hair Pomade
Whip up a batch of DIY pomade using beeswax pastilles, coconut oil, arrowroot powder, and essentials oils of your choice.
Can People With Thyroid Conditions Eat Cruciferous Vegetables?
Cooking and fermenting the veggies — and making sure you have adequate iodine — might be the key.
Spicy Ginger Tempeh and Eggplant Foil Pack
Marinate your tempeh and veggies in tamari, garlic, honey, ginger, and sesame oil before cooking in a foil packet.
Awakening to Your Authentic Self
Another New Normal
As life continues to evolve in the wake of the pandemic, experts offer advice on how to remain adaptable.
PUMPING IRONY: New Hope, Selectively Dispensed
The controversy surrounding the FDA’s approval of the first new Alzheimer’s drug in nearly two decades will do little to temper demand by desperate patients and their caregivers. It may also exacerbate racial disparities among those vying for the treatment.
5 Ideas to Help Create Better Work-Life Balance
Here are some simple but effective methods to bring your life into balance.
How to Test Your Fitness Power
The box jump is a fundamental move that can help test, assess, and improve your power.
Should You Eat Saturated Fats?
Here are five things to consider.
3 Risky Behaviors for Men’s Health
Plus, solutions to help correct them.
Italian Chicken and Veggies Foil Pack
For an added Italian touch, top your finished meal with shredded Parmesan.
10 Healthy-Living Gifts and Ideas for Dad
Celebrate the fathers in your life with the perfect gift or experience for a healthy lifestyle.
Be Well With Water
Researcher Wallace J. Nichols, PhD, on how he embraces the mind-cleansing power of water every day.
Animal Flow Fitness
Improve how you move with this dynamic, body-weight workout.
How to Get Past Self-Loathing
In her new book, A Radical Awakening, Dr. Shefali talks about the difference between authenticity and goodness — and how to learn to love ourselves.
How to Test Your Muscular Endurance
The pushup is a fundamental move that can help test, assess, and improve your muscular endurance.
How to Make Your Own Sea-Salt Spray for Hair
To texturize your hair, make this DIY sea-salt spray with sea salt, avocado oil, warm water, and essential oils of your choice.
6 Exercises to Improve Your Posture
This 15-minute recovery workout, based on moves from the Egoscue Method, will have you standing tall and moving easy.
PUMPING IRONY: Back to the Future
Emerging from social isolation, I’m discovering the importance of patience and empathy while gradually reconnecting to friends, family, and an eerily familiar postpandemic world.
10 Ways to Stretch Your Mindset
These practices can help you chase less and live more.
How a Multivitamin Can Support Testosterone
Four reasons why a quality multivitamin can be a helpful tool in aiding in optimal levels of this critical hormone.
Seeking a Cure for Arthritis
Could replacing cartilage be the key to ending arthritic joint pain?
5 Signs Your Thyroid is Hindering Your Weight-Loss Efforts
If you feel like you have healthy habits but are still struggling with your body composition goals, evaluating these signs will help you determine if your thyroid hormones might be the barrier.
Should You Cook Cruciferous Vegetables?
The answer depends on how strong your digestion is, say some experts.
What Are the Long-Term Effects of Youth Depression?
Sleep disorders, gastrointestinal infections, and a higher risk of premature death are just some of the possible effects, according to a recent study.
Salt’s Place in a Healthy Diet
How to Test Your Mobility
The overhead squat is a fundamental move that can help test, assess, and improve your mobility.
How to Do a Kneeling Backbend
Known as Camel Pose in yoga, discover how to move safely into this front-body stretch for an invigorating experience.
Shrimp Boil Foil Pack
This nifty take on the classic shrimp boil combines shrimp, sausage, veggies, and seasonings in a foil packet cooked on the grill.
How Flexibility Affects Fitness
Learn the common sources of stiffness as well as techniques to increase your flexibility — and the benefits you may reap from doing so.
How to Use Dry Shampoo
Try these tips from LifeSpa’s Ali Yanez on how to apply dry shampoo.
NATURAL MENTAL HEALTH: Can Aromatherapy Help With Anxiety?
Essential oils and aromatherapy can support mental and emotional health in many ways, says our columnist Henry Emmons, MD.
5 Healthy Beverages to Enjoy This Summer
Warm weather is made for sipping on something cold and refreshing. Why not have your drink also benefit your health?
PUMPING IRONY: The COVID Effect
The pandemic has persuaded the U.S. healthcare industry to reimagine some aspects of its operations in ways that may yield significant benefits for the elderly. Will those revelations survive a return to normalcy?
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: Midyear Resolutions
Our fitness editor harnesses the energy of summer to tackle new goals.
How to Use Technology Intentionally and Avoid Using it to Escape Your Emotions
Technology has reshaped the way we process our feelings. This expert advice can help us navigate the digital emotional landscape more smoothly.
The Power of Cruciferous Vegetables
Cauliflower, kale, and other crucifers are some of the most anti-inflammatory foods out there. But, how do they affect digestion and thyroid function?
Do You Need a Personal Trainer — Or a Fitness Professional?
Three traits to look for when choosing someone to help with your fitness efforts.
How to Up Your Tennis Game — Without Stepping On the Court
Improve your range of motion, joint stability, and overall performance with this off-court workout.
Fitness Testing 2.0
Test your fitness — and improve it — with these targeted, repeatable tasks.
The Science of Strength
Why Dieting Doesn’t Work — and Never Has
A landmark starvation study from World War II sends an important message for today’s low-calorie dieters: Going hungry is not a winning strategy.
Greek Chicken Lavash Wrap
Filled with Mediterranean ingredients and rolled in flatbread-style lavash, try making this popular LifeCafe bistro recipe yourself at home.
Taking It All In
A reminder about being present, courtesy of a phone-free trip to the Grand Canyon.
Cullen Jones’s Success Story
A near-death drowning experience inspired this Olympic gold medalist to boost representation and help others learn to swim.
Why Parsley Is More Than a Garnish
Parsley packs a powerful nutritional punch. Here are five ways to use it.
Seeking Balance
The intentional practice of exploring all sides of a situation can bring about a more centered perspective — and a better quality of life.
How to Reduce Light Pollution
Light pollution contributes to greenhouse-gas emissions, harms our health, and blocks our view of the heavens. Learn how you can help turn down the glare at night.
How to Develop a ‘Stretch’ Mindset
Working with what you have can be the key to more sustainable success. Adopting a “stretch” mindset can help.
Diversifying the Outdoors
Meet athletes, coaches, and advocates who are working to make outdoor activities accessible and welcoming for all.
5 Foil-Pack Meals
Perfect for camping, grilling, or a mess-free meal in your kitchen, these foil packets are simple and satisfying.
Understanding ADHD
Treating ADHD starts by understanding what it is — and what it isn’t.
The SAQ Workout
Increase your power, coordination, and cardio capacity with speed, agility, and quickness (SAQ) training.
How to Cook With Your Senses
It’s true that you should taste your food often when cooking, but your other senses are also assets in the kitchen.
Wild Heart: Katie Boué
The climber, educator, and outdoor advocate wants us to let go of preconceived notions of what it means to be “outdoorsy.”
Leading by Example
Performer Marnie Rich on how staying connected and working together can create positive, meaningful change.
Kitchen Essentials
These top-quality kitchen staples make just about everything taste better.
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: Moving With Ease
Our fitness editor talks about the fine line between working hard and working against yourself.
Pasta With Eggplant and Chickpeas
This plant-based, vegetable-heavy meal from Chef José Andrés can be modified with a variety of spices depending on what you have in your pantry.
Fun at the Life Time Kids Academy: A Sneak Peek
These new weekly themes and activities are designed to keep your kids engaged and active all year long.
Ratatouille
This classic dish is packed with veggies, including Sicilian eggplant, summer squash, bell peppers, and yellow onions.
Why Are My Gums Receding?
Here are some root causes — and what you can do about it.
6 Ways a Coworking Space Can Enhance Your Productivity
If you’re taking a fresh look at when and where you work, consider these benefits unique to coworking spaces.
A Simplified Guide to Pre- and Post-Workout Nutrition
Wondering how to optimize your pre- and post-workout nutrition strategies? Hear from a Life Time dietitian about the most important things to consider.
The Environmental Impact of Nondairy Milks
Which nondairy milk is most climate-friendly: almond milk, rice milk, soymilk, or oat milk?
How Much Protein Do Plant-Based Athletes Need?
Plus: The best sources of plant-based protein.
Building Mental Resilience: 4 Solution-Focused Exercises
Learn how to focus on solutions rather than problems in Part Three of this three-part series.
Who Owns Your Healthy Food?
Here are the five Big Food conglomerates that own some of your favorite “natural” or organic brands.
A Guide to Medicinal Mushrooms
Reishi and Turkey Tail mushrooms are just two of the most popular medicinal mushrooms.
PUMPING IRONY: Parkinson’s: The Next Pandemic?
Cases of the debilitating neurological disease have been surging in recent years and some researchers suggest COVID-19 may accelerate the trend.
How to Make Coconut-Water Kefir, Greek Yogurt, and Other Fermented Foods
Fermented foods support the immune system plus provide strains of good bacteria that are essential for health. Here are recipes for some of your favorite fermented foods.
The Carbohydrate Question
Not all carbohydrates are created equal — especially when it comes to the Mediterranean diet. Here’s why.
Building Mental Resilience: 5 Thought-Shifting Exercises
Learn how to control your inner conversation and maintain a steady mental state in Part Two of this three-part series.
Spring Salad With Herb Dressing
Customize this zippy dressing with any combination of fresh, tender herbs like cilantro, dill, mint, or the fronds from your fennel bulb.
Strength Training: Total Body vs. Split Workouts
Learn which training approach is right for you.
Why Do I Have Lingering Mouth Sores?
Here are some root causes of lingering mouth sores — and what you can do about them.
How to Buy and Store Salt
Nearly everything’s better with a sprinkle of salt. Take a closer look at your kitchen’s most essential seasoning.
Why Being Around Water Is So Good for Our Psyches
A marine biologist on why water calms our brains.
PUMPING IRONY: A “Perfect” Prescription for Growing Old
Memories of a former colleague — and recent research — remind me that an upbeat view of aging may pay healthy dividends well into our later years.
Essential Kitchen Tools
Here are some must-have tools for the kitchen.
Make Your Own Dry Shampoo
Try these recipes to create your own dry shampoo for your hair color — plus, get professional application tips for achieving cleaner-looking, volumized hair.
Something’s (Always) Cooking
Chef and cookbook author Amy Thielen simplifies her daily food life with practicality — and preparation.
Why Do I Have Oral Thrush?
Here are some root causes of oral thrush — and what you can do about it.
5 Machines You’re Not Using But Ought to Be
Don’t walk by these machines the next time you’re at the health club — hop on.
4 Mistakes People Make When Switching to a Plant-Based Diet
Putting plant-based eating into practice can pose some challenges. Consider these common pitfalls — and find out how to overcome them.
5 Machines You’re Not Using But Ought to Be
Don’t walk by these machines the next time you’re at the health club — hop on.
14 Tips to Reduce Household Food Waste
Simple strategies to reduce your food-print.
Why Do I Have Canker Sores?
Here are some root causes of canker sores — and what you can do about them.
The 10 Principles of Intuitive Eating
Expert advice from two renowned nutritionists for building a healthy body image and making peace with food.
Where Did Summer Go?
Few of us get the long, glorious summer breaks that we enjoyed as kids. Here’s how to recapture some of the season’s lost magic — despite your schedule.
Making Peace With My Body
Through ongoing therapy and joyful movement, Casey Urban shares her journey of self-love and body acceptance after an eating disorder.
The 8-Station Family Fitness Circuit
Take a break and have some active time together with these challenging — but fun — exercises.
How to Be an Ally to the Asian American and Pacific Islander Communities
May is Asian/Pacific American Heritage Month. Learn what you can do to support, uplift, and celebrate the contributions of the AAPI community every day.
5 Reasons Why Training in a Group Can Get You Better Results
No matter what your personal goals are.
6 Tips to Build Grip Strength
Here are six grip strengthening exercises to enhance your grip for improved joint health, athletic performance, and longevity.
Chicken Taco Lettuce Wraps
Substituting crispy lettuce leaves for taco shells is a great way to increase your veggie intake. Plus, it allows the taste of the fresh, flavorful ingredients to shine through.
Creamy Polenta Bowl
When the seasons change, trade the spring veggies in this polenta bowl for blistered tomatoes, summer squash, and yellow onions.
Building Mental Resilience: 6 Mind-Body Grounding Exercises
Learn how to reduce your body’s stress response in Part One of this three-part series.
High Blood Sugar May Undermine Workouts
A recent study suggests we might want to limit our sugar intake.
Our Food Glossary
At Experience Life, these are some of the most common terms we use to describe how we eat, what we eat, and the issues surrounding our food system.
The HIIT Bike Workout
Get your speed fix with these high-intensity bike intervals.
Why Do I Have Cavities?
Here are some root causes of cavities — and what you can do about them.
What’s in a Word?
The language we use — about aging, eating, and much more — can have a significant effect on our enjoyment of these experiences.
30-Minute Taco Night
With a dash of lime, these three recipes are fit for a fiesta.
The CAFO Conundrum
Modern feedlots produce plentiful and inexpensive meat — but at what cost to environmental and human health?
The Minimalist Kitchen
By taking a streamlined approach, you’ll have more space in your kitchen — and room in your budget — for the tools you’ll actually use.
The Importance of Food Heritage
8 Tips for Toxin-Free Clothing
Here are eight ways to avoid toxic dyes, pesticides, and even formaldehyde in your clothing.
PUMPING IRONY: The Medicare Muddle
Navigating the Medicare enrollment process should be easy. It is not.
How 3 Moms Use Life Time
Meet three women who use their memberships for both family-fun and much-deserved me-time.
How 3 Moms Use Life Time
Meet three women who use their memberships for both family-fun and much-deserved me-time.
Are Expiration Labels on Food Accurate?
What do “Sell By,” “Use By,” and “Best Before” labels actually mean? We break it down.
5 Myths About Menopause
Debunking common misconceptions about this inevitable phase.
5 Pilates Moves for a Strong Foundation
These five moves could be the key to more speed, endurance, and resilience on the bike, in the water, and on the road.
Understanding Change
How performing a situational analysis can help us adapt and grow.
Sautéed Veggie Omelet
When spring turns to summer, swap the asparagus, mushrooms, shallots, and spinach for corn, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes.
Healthy Living By Design
How residing in a community designed with your health in mind can support your well-being.
NATURAL MENTAL HEALTH: How Heart-Rate Variability Affects Your Stress Response
Discover how to create heart-rate coherence for a greater sense of calm.
Roasted Tomato Salsa
A mix of vegetables, herbs, and spices make this classic tomato salsa recipe endlessly customizable.
PUMPING IRONY: Painful Repercussions
Financial stress during middle age can create physical pain in your later years, according to a new study. My own family’s experience suggests healing is possible.
Why Do I Have Bad Breath?
Here are some root causes of bad breath — and what you can do about it.
How to Do the Cat-Cow
This two-part flow warms and unwinds the body, stretches the core, and mobilizes the entire spine.
How to Find the Right Therapist
Credentials, cost, and length of treatment are just a few factors to consider when finding a therapist.
The Plant-Powered Athlete
Prioritizing plant foods can benefit both your health and your fitness performance. Three athletes share how they fuel their active pursuits — and with great success.
Looking to Eat a Mediterranean Diet? Here Are 6 Staple Foods.
Learn why these six foods are so good for your health — and how to incorporate them into your diet.
How to Improve Your Grip Strength
Train your grip strength for joint health, athletic performance — and your own longevity.
How to Make Cold Brew
It takes just four steps to make your own refreshing beverage at home.
Opening Up to Vulnerability
What Your Mouth Is Trying to Tell You
Oral health is intricately connected to the rest of the body. Here’s why it matters — and how to read those niggling mouth symptoms.
What You Can Do About Food Waste
A full third of the global food supply ends up in the trash. Learn how you can help turn this problem around.
Moving for Mental Health
How maintaining a consistent fitness and movement routine has helped improve Life Time member Lindsay Byrd’s physical and mental well-being.
Celebrate Mom With These 14 Healthy-Living Ideas
Show the moms in your life — or any woman you admire — some love with these gifts and experiences.
4 Recipes to Clear Out the Crisper
Springtime often means our fridges are bursting with fresh veggies. Make good use of the food you have on hand with these recipes.
Mother’s Day Breakfast in Bed
Make this healthy, homemade breakfast spread as a Mother’s Day surprise — or anytime you want to treat someone you love.
All Rise: Marcus Samuelsson
The celebrated chef talks about Black food traditions, community kitchens, and the soul of American food.
Are “Cheat Meals” a Good Idea?
Things to consider when deciding whether or not to include regular indulgences in your nutrition approach.
The Health Benefits of Chia Seeds
Plus: How to eat them!
Detoxifying Supergreens
Smoothie
Packed with phytonutrient and supergreens, this smoothie will aid in detoxing your body.
40 Spices and Plant-Based Foods With Anti-Cancer Potential
These spices and other foods may have preventive or even anti-cancer potential, according to Bharat B. Aggarwal, PhD.
How to Handle Friendship Conflict
One of the first steps? Realizing that conflict is normal.
Op-Ed: A Moment of Pause About the Johnson & Johnson Vaccine
An Experience Life staffer who recently received the J&J vaccine writes about her reaction to the news that the vaccine is being temporarily paused and investigated in connection to a rare blood-clotting disorder.
COMING CLEAN: The Unlikely Activist
Our managing editor talks about how activism has helped — and challenged — her mental health.
PUMPING IRONY: A Long-Term Rehab Project
COVID has drawn fresh attention to our broken long-term-care system, sparking some ambitious government initiatives. But recent research suggests there’s much more work to be done.
7 Steps to Improve Your Adrenal Function
Plus, how a Life Time dietitian overcame her own adrenal fatigue.
Inspired to Move
Sustainable Laundry Products
Here’s how to clean clothes with less waste.
The Science Behind the Stretch
Why stretching goes beyond just muscles.
Bring on Summer: Week 3 Workouts
Continue your fitness efforts with week three of our three-week workout plan.
A Wellness Talk With Desmond Howard
A Life Time team member shares highlights from his conversation with the NFL veteran and Heisman Trophy winner.
Bring on Summer: Week 3 Meal Plan
Continue your nutrition efforts with week three of our three-week meal plan.
A Mindful View of Motivation
How to get yourself going without beating yourself up.
Going Green
From reducing plastic to conserving energy and water, Life Time continues to make improvements to its clubs and facilities with the planet in mind — and you can help too.
9 Functional-Medicine Strategies to Help Treat Long-Haul COVID
Many people who have had COVID-19 still experience chronic issues. We talked to several functional-medicine doctors, and here’s what they recommend.
Are There Drugs in Your Tap Water?
Pharmaceutical pollution is becoming a growing concern for human health. Learn what you can do to help.
PUMPING IRONY: A Detour on the Road to Dementia?
The latest thinking on Alzheimer’s disease suggests we may slow its development with diet and lifestyle shifts, but a recent harrowing experience has me wondering whether my brain is already too far gone — or if I just need to pay better attention to what I’m doing.
7 Signs You’re in an Unhealthy Relationship — With Food
Plus, ways to navigate the ups and downs so you can develop healthier and more sustainable eating habits.
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: Throwing It Back
Our fitness editor reminisces about the VHS tapes that introduced her to at-home fitness.
Simple Ways to Detox Your Home
Add these steps to your spring-cleaning efforts to set your home up to better support your health.
3 Types of Stretching
Building flexibility doesn’t have to be complicated.
Bringing in Joy
How to Get Past Envy
Like all emotions, envy can be a good teacher. Make it work for you by following this sage advice.
A Matter of Mindset
A Life Time team member knows that when it comes to the pursuit of health and well-being, what’s going on in our heads can make all the difference.
How Much Sugar Is in Your “Healthy Drink”?
Here are seven “healthy” beverages — and how much sugar they actually contain.
Bring on Summer: Week 2 Workouts
Continue your fitness efforts with week two of our three-week workout plan.
Bring on Summer: Week 2 Meal Plan
Continue your nutrition efforts with week two of our three-week meal plan.
What Is Targeted Mobility?
This new form of stretching can help close the gap between your passive and active range of motion.
How to Buy and Store Radishes
Distinctively peppery and crunchy, these root veggies are good for so much more than salad.
The Low Impact HIIT Workout
Get all the benefits of a high-intensity workout with this five-move, dumbbell-based routine.
How to Lose a Sweet Tooth
Five things you can do to banish sugar cravings.
The Low Impact HIIT Workout
Get all the benefits of a high-intensity workout with this five-move, dumbbell-based routine.
PUMPING IRONY: Reunion
Like many empty nesters, I often wonder what role I should be playing in my adult children’s lives. An unexpected visit from our daughter after months of silence provided some clarity.
5 Signs You’re More Stressed Than You Think
Signals not to be ignored that show your stress might be negatively affecting you in deeper ways than you realize.
Another Side of Statins
New research suggests that some statins may mitigate the growth of certain cancers.
What Is Dynamic Stretching?
If you’re looking to take your joints and muscles through their full range of motion, try dynamic stretching.
How to Maximize Your Metabolism
5 Superfood Seeds
These tiny but mighty seeds deliver plant-based protein and a bevy of other health-supportive nutrients.
Bacon-Wrapped Chicken Strips With Honey Mustard and Broccoli Slaw
Think of this as a grownup version of your favorite chicken strip basket — but with bacon.
How to Stretch and Strengthen Your Calves
Here are four moves to stretch and strengthen your lower legs to avoid pain, stiffness, and cramping.
Bring on Summer: Week 1 Meal Plan
Start your nutrition efforts with week one of our three-week meal plan.
Bring on Summer: Week 1 Workouts
Start your fitness efforts with week one of our three-week workout plan.
A Few of My Favorite Things
The author of Joyful, featured on this month’s cover, inspires this moment of self-reflection.
How to Correct Muscle Imbalances
Symmetry is often perceived as the holy grail of fitness. But for many activities, powerful asymmetric moves are essential. Here’s how to find the right balance.
PUMPING IRONY: Destined for Diabetes?
A prediabetes diagnosis can trigger all sorts of nightmarish scenarios, but mounting evidence suggests that seniors are a lot less likely to develop type 2 diabetes than we’ve been led to believe.
5 Signs You Need to Add More Weight to Your Workout
A trainer’s advice for when it’s best to increase the load of your strength-training sessions so you can continue to see results.
Understanding Belly Fat
Plus, six lifestyle steps to help aid you in losing it.
Does Intermittent Fasting Help Weight Loss?
A new study suggests intermittent fasting might lead to less muscle mass, not body fat.
What Is Static Stretching?
The health benefits of static stretching depend on when you do it.
It Starts With the Soil
One of the solutions to the global climate crisis is right under our feet.
How to Deal With Loneliness
Here’s how to maintain social connections — even amid a pandemic.
The Pandemic Exercise Deficit
Just when we need the immunity boost that exercise offers, many of us have become more sedentary.
Health Consequences of Being Black in America
Here are just a few sobering statistics.
The Beginner Group Fitness Class Plan
How to use the studio to jump-start your fitness journey.
How to Do the Bird Dog
Build a strong core while improving your posture and cross-body coordination with this back-friendly move.
How to Gua Sha Your Face and Neck
This ancient massage practice can support your body’s circulation and natural ability to heal.
Why Stretching Is Good for You
Here’s the latest science on stretching. Plus, we have eight mobility exercises to help you build flexibility.
Spring Clean Your Nutrition and Fitness Routine
How to freshen up your habits for the season.
PUMPING IRONY: An ER for the Elderly
A promising wave of geriatric emergency departments, designed to cut hospital costs and better accommodate seniors, has been slowed by a lack of support from insurers — including Medicare.
Mechelle Lewis Freeman on Moving Fast
How an Olympic sprinter, nonprofit founder, high-performance coach, and mom juggles the demands of daily life.
Why Friends Are Essential to Our Well-Being
Friendship matters. Here’s why our pals are critical to our health — and how to maintain meaningful connections with those we love.
Sharing the Joy: Ingrid Fetell Lee
The designer, author, and blogger shares tips on finding joy all around us.
Gluten-Free Raspberry-Lemon Muffins
These muffins use frozen raspberries and replace traditional wheat flour with a combo of chickpea flour and almond flour.
3 Ways to Communicate More Assertively
Learn to say no — plus two more ways to communicate more directly.
WELCOME TO WELLNESS: Latham Thomas
How this wellness advocate, birth coach, and yogi is bringing wellness to marginalized communities.
Coach Paul’s Never-Fail Omelet
Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, this hunger-busting omelet features ingredients you likely already have on hand.
6 Tips for Cooking With More Mushrooms
Make the most of your mushrooms with these six tips.
Are You Destined for Diabetes?
Doctors are researching diagnostic markers that might predict the likelihood of developing type 2 diabetes.
Coach Katie’s Berry-Vanilla Blend-and-Go Shake
With some pantry staples and a handful of spinach, this satisfying shake comes together in minutes.
Performer Ze’ Pierce’s Weekly Workout Routine
Take inspiration from this group fitness performer’s exercise regimen — and get his advice for making flexibility and grace part of your programming.
What Are Supergreens and How to Incorporate More into Your Diet
Once a niche market for health fanatics, supergreens have gained a wider audience. Here’s what they are, how to get them and what they can do for you.
Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Carrots With Balsamic Glaze
Use a little sugar in this recipe to help the frozen Brussels sprouts brown in the oven.
5 Tips to Interpret Food Studies
How can we cut through all the confusion and figure out what information is reliable? Experts offer these five guidelines.
The Connection Between Alcohol and Insomnia
Here’s how that nightcap contributes to sleepless nights.
PUMPING IRONY: O Lucky Man!
I’ve never won a contest of any sort in my life, so when I got word that I’d been chosen to receive a COVID vaccine, I figured there must be some mistake.
7 Ways to Be Your Own Biggest Champion
In honor of Women’s History Month, Life Time leaders share a few of the tools and strategies that have helped them succeed in the workplace.
3 Nutrition Coaches’ Favorite Recipes
Go-to recipes from our team of dietitians.
5-Ingredient Pulled Chicken
Pair this chicken and bacon with your favorite veggies for an easy meal, or use as a versatile add-in to any recipe that calls for chicken.
WELCOME TO WELLNESS: Lauren Ash
How this wellness advocate and founder of Black Girl in OM is bringing wellness to marginalized communities.
5 Health Benefits of Indoor Plants
Cleaner air and increased productivity are just two of the benefits associated with houseplants.
Which Diet Might Be Best For You?
A dietitian’s perspective on four popular ways of eating — and how they may or may not serve your personal nutritional needs.
A Guide to Eating Well When You’re Away From Home
Whether you’re on-the-go or out of town, use these dietitian tips to make healthier food choices.
Should I Breathe Through My Nose or My Mouth?
Chronic mouth breathing can create problems — here’s why.
8 Tips for Using Frozen Fruits and Veggies
Get more plants in your diet with veggies from the freezer — minus the sogginess and mushiness.
The Beginner Group Fitness Class Plan
How to use the studio to jump-start your fitness journey.
The Ultimate Basketball Shooter Workout
Improve your shooting percentage with this seven-drill workout.
The Warning Signs of Depression — and When to Seek Help
Depression is more common than you might think. Here are some symptoms of depression, as well as new treatments.
3 Moves to Improve Your Turkish Get-Up
Improve your Turkish get-up technique — while boosting strength, endurance, and fluidity — with these three moves.
WELCOME TO WELLNESS: Resmaa Menakem, MSW, SEP, LICSW
How this therapist, trauma specialist, and author of My Grandmother’s Hands: Racialized Trauma and the Path to Mending Our Hearts and Bodies is bringing wellness — and healing — to marginalized communities.
Eve Lewis Prieto on How to Meditate
The director of the popular mindfulness app Headspace offers five tips on how to meditate.
Frozen Veggie Stir-Fry
Frozen veggies and frozen cauliflower rice help this stir-fry come together in minutes.
The Connection Between Caffeine and Insomnia
If you struggle with insomnia, you might want to cool it on the coffee. Here’s why.
How to Let Go of Perfectionism
Embracing failure is just one strategy to quiet your inner critic.
6 Breathing Techniques
Ancient wisdom and recent research show that how we breathe can enhance our athletic performance and overall well-being. Try these six breathing exercises.
What Your Sleep–Wake Cycle Is Trying to Tell You
Do you wake up between 1 and 3 a.m.? Your liver may need a detox, according to a Traditional Chinese Medicine concept called the organ clock.
The Trouble With Food Studies
Nutrition research is rife with limitations and problems. Here’s some expert guidance for cutting through the confusion around food studies.
The Connection Between Hormones and Insomnia
How estrogen, progesterone, and thyroid levels can affect your sleep.
The Health Benefits of Mushrooms
Discover the powerful benefits of nutrient-dense mushrooms.
How to Do the Single-Leg Deadlift
Nail this one-sided strength move to improve balance and cross-body awareness. Also, try its cousin, the Bulgarian Deadlift, for a well-rounded workout.
PUMPING IRONY: A Deafening Silence
Four years have passed since Congress ordered the FDA to draft guidelines allowing the sale of affordable over-the-counter hearing aids. For the millions of hearing-impaired seniors, the agency’s response speaks volumes.
How Probiotics Affects Your Mood
Boosting the gut’s healthy microbes can support a more positive outlook.
What to Add to Your Grocery Order
Freshen up your grocery haul by adding these dietitian-suggested items to your cart.
Our Favorite At-Home Basketball Games
Basketball doesn’t always have to be a game of five-on-five. Try these alternative ideas for fun and some friendly competition.
The Connection Between Visceral Fat and Longevity
Fat carried around the waist is associated with a higher mortality risk. Here’s why.
Angela Windberg’s Success Story
How one woman found purpose in the fitness industry — and found acceptance — after coming out as bisexual in her Puerto Rican-Mexican-American Catholic family.
Simple Ways to Eat Less Sugar
A realistic guide to spotting hidden sugars and lessening the consumption in your diet.
Meet the Penders: A Q&A With Two Life Time Members
Soon-to-be parents Michael and Marisa Pender share a few of the factors that drive their fitness routines, plus why health and wellness is a core value for their growing family.
How to Stop Insomnia
Explore the various root causes of insomnia and get expert-sourced treatments for overcoming it.
14 Summer-Fun Activities For Kids at Life Time
Your family’s summer entertainment is covered with these ideas for healthy play that can all be done at your athletic country club.
How to Be an Ally to Women in the Workplace
March is Women’s History Month. Discover ways you can support your colleagues and celebrate their success, plus seven ideas to be your own best advocate at work.
Wise Beyond Their Years
They may be young, but our kids have a lot to teach us when we slow down and listen.
St. Paddy’s Shake
Try this healthy, minty green shake instead of the sugar-filled, fast-food favorite.
14 Summer-Fun Activities For Kids at Life Time
Your family’s summer entertainment is covered with these ideas for healthy play that can all be done at your health club.
14 Summer-Fun Activities For Kids at Life Time
Your family’s summer entertainment is covered with these ideas for healthy play that can all be done at your health club.
A Beginner’s Guide to Macros
Protein, fat, and carbs are three main components of any diet. Learn how the balance of them can influence your health and weight-loss goals.
How to Pack a Gym Bag
Packing the right gear before you head to the health club can keep your workout routine on track.
Shrimp-Spinach Curry
Frozen shrimp and frozen spinach help this Indian-inspired stew come together quickly.
8 Tips for Healthier Takeout
Dietitian-tested strategies for increasing the nutrient value of meals from your favorite restaurants.
Life Time in the News: “Woman Credits Her Fitness Transformation for Her Ability to Battle COVID”
For the past two years, Life Time member Nancy Mora has been working toward improved nutrition and fitness habits. She says it’s those efforts that helped her fully recover from COVID-19.
The 4 Communication Styles
How knowing these four different communication styles can improve your relationships.
The Case for a Quality Haircut
Why a budget haircut may actually cost you more in the long run.
What to Do About Noise Pollution
Noise pollution reverberates throughout the natural world and can damage our health. Discover what you can do to quiet the cacophony.
How to Breathe
The way we breathe affects our athletic performance, cognitive health, and overall well-being. Here’s how to breathe better.
PUMPING IRONY: Pedaling Through the Next Pandemic
I’m not the only geezer trying to get back in shape after COVID-19 derailed my preferred fitness routine. A renowned British physician warns of a looming “deconditioning pandemic” among the elderly.
4 Cool-Down Exercises
These quick and simple moves may convince you to never skip the postworkout recovery period again.
The New Frozen Dinner: 4 Recipes for Frozen Produce
Forget soggy peas and water-logged broccoli — with a few handy techniques, frozen food can shine in these recipes.
High-Protein Snacks
Between meals and feeling ravished or sluggish? Try one of these nutrition-coach-approved go-tos.
Are We Too Clean?
All of our soaping and scrubbing may be harming our skin microbiome — and our immunity.
How to Buy and Store Miso
This popular Japanese condiment can be a secret weapon in your kitchen, adding depth and flavor to soups, braises, and more.
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: Words of Inspiration
Here a few mantras that help our fitness editor boost her motivation and focus.
The 4 Ms of Health
Looking to make lasting health changes? Take these four factors into account for meaningful, sustainable progress.
Welcome to Wellness
The world of yoga, meditation, and other wellness practices has not always felt welcoming to those who are marginalized. Meet eight visionary teachers and healers who are changing that reality.
5 Secrets to Fat Loss
In this webinar, Coach Anika walks through five areas to focus on for weight-loss progress post-2020.
Which Protein Powder Is Right For You?
Answer these three questions to find out which variety is the best choice for you.
The Why, the Wonder
There is no timeline for learning and discovery: Both are lifelong opportunities for growth.
(Re)Introducing Life Time’s Nutritional Products Line
For nearly two decades, Life Time has been operating a trusted, health-focused dietary supplement line centered around consumers’ health. We’re excited to unveil our latest efforts to help you pursue your optimal health.
How to Engage Your Core and Glutes
Show your glutes and core some love with these activation strategies.
PUMPING IRONY: A Perilous Prescription?
Cannabis-based medicine is gaining popularity among seniors coping with chronic pain, anxiety, and other conditions. But the research is sparse and the potential side effects worrisome.
Understanding the COVID Vaccines
Three functional-medicine doctors answer key questions about the Moderna and Pfizer vaccines.
How to Raise an Athlete
Long-Term Athlete Development is an important method for growing kids’ athletic abilities — and one you’ve probably never heard of.
32 Ways to Kick Your Coffee-Break Habit
Are you too dependent on your afternoon coffee? Here are better ways to break up the day.
One Step At a Time: Blake Mycoskie
The TOMS Shoes and Madefor founder talks about embracing challenges, seeking the next adventure — and enjoying the journey along the way.
How to Raise an Athlete
Long-Term Athlete Development is an important method for growing kids’ athletic abilities — and one you’ve probably never heard of.
How to Raise an Athlete
Long-Term Athlete Development is an important method for growing kids’ athletic abilities — and one you’ve probably never heard of.
7 Life Lessons of Competitive Swimming
What kids acquire between swim lanes can be used to navigate the waters of life.
How This Member Used a Detox to Reset Eating Habits
For this Life Time member, the key to making long-term, healthier nutrition choices was using a focused plan as the catalyst.
16 Phytonutrient Superstars
From allicin to zeaxanthin, here are some of the key phytonutrients you need.
Everything You Need to Know About Life Time Swim Lessons
Learn the best time to enroll your child, what you can expect throughout, and how lessons progress as your child advances.
Foods to Avoid When You’re Stressed
Plus, what to reach for instead.
Nut Butter Blondies
A sweet treat that tastes good and uses real, whole ingredients can be hard to find. These bars check all the boxes.
Expert Tips for Finding the Ideal Hair Color for Your Skin Tone
Learn how identifying your skin tone can help you find your most complementary hair color. Plus, get tips from an expert colorist on the techniques and colors that might work best for you.
PUMPING IRONY: A Discriminating Virus?
Why has COVID-19 claimed such a disproportionate share of lives in nursing homes with predominantly minority populations? New research suggests it may be a natural consequence of a highly segregated industry.
How to Treat Long-Haul COVID
COVID-19 is leaving many with a disturbing array of chronic symptoms. These functional-medicine strategies can help.
7 Life Lessons From Tennis
Young tennis players learn more than just the rules and strategies of the game. They absorb skills and values for life, too.
5 Unexpected Ways to Enjoy Cauliflower
As a pizza crust or soup, riced or roasted, this versatile cruciferous vegetable can be used in a variety of inventive recipes.
How 4 Members Achieved Health Results in 2020
Advice from Life Time members who used the 60day Challenge to make positive progress to their health in a challenging year.
30-Minute Sweat Session
Work up a sweat with this sample at-home workout from our 60day Challenge program.
3 New 60day Recipes to Try
Enjoy these recipes featured in the spring 60day Challenge meal plan.
DIY Hair Treatments
Cleanse and deep condition your hair with this at-home clarifying rinse and moisturizing mask.
Life Time Swim 101
This expert Q&A explains all the swim programs Life Time has to offer, including lessons and activities.
PUMPING IRONY: Digital Detours on the Road to Vaccination
With computer access and capabilities often standing in the way of elderly Americans trying to sign up for the COVID-19 vaccine, a little patience — and perspective — can really come in handy.
10 Health Metrics to Measure
To gain a true picture of your health status, monitor these 10 assessments consistently over time.
Valentine’s Day Dinner for Two
Impress your date with these restaurant-worthy dishes that you can make at home.
Plant-Based Spinach Lasagna
Chickpea flour, nondairy milk, and nutritional yeast bring a creamy “cheesy” element to this vegan lasagna.
NATURAL MENTAL HEALTH: How to Tame Your Monkey Mind
Becoming more mindful of our racing thoughts can help slow them down.
Buffalo Meatballs
The perfect sports-season appetizer.
Loaded Sweet Potato Nachos
Substitute sweet potatoes for chips to up the nutrient value of this shareable dish.
5-Minute Guacamole
Classic guac is always a winner, but if you’d like to experiment, try mix-ins and toppings such as jalapeño, serrano peppers, charred corn, or toasted pepitas.
Cookies and Cream Shake
Enjoy the dessert-worthy taste of this healthier, D.TOX-approved shake.
PUMPING IRONY: Defying Directives
Advanced directives can help ensure that doctors clearly understand your end-of-life treatment preferences. That doesn’t mean they’ll honor them.
6 Supplements to Boost Your Immune System
Many Americans are deficient in micronutrients, which can drag down immunity. These six supplements can help you rebuild your immune system.
How to Be an Ally to the Black Community
For both Black and non-Black individuals, there are myriad ways to celebrate and honor African-American culture. Here are a few of our favorite ideas to learn and uplift.
4 Reasons to Live Stream Fitness Classes
Plus, tips and tricks for adding them to your current routine.
How to Shop for and Store Garlic
Some of the best recipes start with a clove or two of garlic. Try these tips to buy, store, and use it well.
Can Exercise Prevent Vision Loss?
According to a recent study, even moderate exercise can help slow or even prevent vision loss.
Maple Nut Shake
This creamy, protein-packed shake may remind you of a certain candy bar but is made with ingredients that will keep you satisfied for hours to come.
7 Immune-Boosting Foods
Looking to build your immune system? Start by eating immunity-boosting foods like turmeric, sauerkraut, and medicinal mushrooms.
Plant-Based Black Bean Enchiladas
These vegan enchiladas are loaded with veggies and beans and topped with cumin-chili-powder sauce that’s thickened with chickpea flour.
Honey-Tamari Roasted Tofu
Honey, tamari, and olive oil are all you need for this quick and easy, protein packed side dish. Use it to compliment steamed veggies and rice or to top a build-your-own grain bowl.
What You Need to Know About Life Time’s Swim Team
How this sport can help transform young swimmers into lifelong athletes — and why it could be a beneficial activity for your kiddos.
PUMPING IRONY: Fending Off Frailty
Recent research suggests we take a more holistic approach to treating frailty among the elderly, focusing more on exercise than pharmaceuticals.
4 Food Brands Doing Good for the Earth
Life Time is committed to improving the health of our planet, including offering products with their own sustainability efforts like these ones available in the LifeCafe.
How to Personalize Your Strength Routine
Adaptability is key when it comes to strength training. Learn how modifications and variations can help elevate your workouts.
How to Prepare for Your First Virtual Training Session
Virtual training is a great resource for maintaining a consistent workout regimen. Here are four tips from a trainer to help you prepare for and succeed in your virtual workouts.
Which Type of Butter Should You Choose?
Which butter is better? Here are five varieties to consider.
What You Need to Know About Life Time’s Swim Team
How this sport can help transform young swimmers into lifelong athletes — and why it could be a beneficial activity for your kiddos.
5 Sustainable Items for Healthy Eating
Sustainable goods that make eating well a little easier.
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: Let’s Go Streaking
Our fitness editor — a self-professed nonrunner — committed to jogging daily last summer. Here’s what she learned.
Lentil and Mushroom Shepherd’s Pie
You won’t miss the meat in this vegan shepherd’s pie, which is packed with lentils, parsnips, carrots, and mushrooms.
3 Recipes to Help You Eat More Vegetables
Fit more servings of this powerful food group into your day with these dishes.
4 Recipes for Roasted Nuts
Roasting nuts brings out their rich flavor. Here are a few spice variations to try.
PUMPING IRONY: Not the Retiring Type
Like most of my boomer compatriots, I’m never going to save enough money to fund a work-free retirement. A recent study aims to help future generations avoid that fate.
How to Do the Gorilla Row
Build your back strength with this kettlebell-row variation.
New Study: Better Fitness Can Reduce COVID-19 Severity
Aerobic fitness plays a key role in coronavirus defense and lower risk of hospitalization, according to recent research.
Small Shifts to the USDA Dietary Guidelines
The recent updates to the USDA nutrition guidelines recommend lowering sugar and alcohol intake and opting for breastfeeding over infant formula.
Is the Pandemic Fueling Drug Addiction?
Substance use is surging during the COVID-19 pandemic. We talked to a therapist and addiction counselor about how we can take care of ourselves and those we love.
7 Tips to Pick the Perfect Bottle of Wine
Discover what’s in your wine and learn how to make healthy and tasty choices with this insightful guide.
Are Your Supplements Sustainable?
The source and production of supplements is important to both the health of you and our planet. See what to look out for when selecting these supplements with close environmental ties.
Beyond Fitness: Members Share How Life Time Supports Their Overall Well-Being
Meet four members whose memberships help keep them physically, mentally, and emotionally strong.
Is Butter Good for Us — or Not?
Everything is better with butter — but is butter healthy or not? We talked to some integrative-health experts to find out.
Breakfast Hash
This recipe provides whole-food protein along with healthy fats and complex carbs — a perfect way to keep you satisfied and energized until your next meal.
My New Year’s Resolution? Be Myself.
Moving past aesthetic goals during resolution season is possible, if you explore what true happiness means to you.
PUMPING IRONY: A Real Pain
Eight out of 10 American seniors take at least two prescription drugs daily, a fate I’ve been determined to avoid. But a stubborn illness helps me understand why it’s so tempting to reach for pharmaceutical solutions.
Plant-Based Butternut Mac and Cheese
This creamy — and vegan — macaroni and cheese gets a tangy kick from nutritional yeast, Dijon mustard, and lemon juice.
How to Do the Ultra Fit Workout at Home
Put your agility, balance, and coordination to the test with this intense 30-minute functional-fitness routine.
New Exercise Guidelines: Are You Active Enough to Stay Healthy?
The World Health Organization recently released updated recommendations for weekly exercise. Here’s what they suggest — and what it could look like as a fitness routine for you.
How to Stop Doomscrolling
We all do it, especially in these trying times. Here are four tips to stop doomscrolling — and improve your mental health.
Exercising After a C-Section
Figuring out when and how to start exercising after having a baby is tricky — especially if you’re recovering from a C-section. Here are eight tips to consider.
Michael Mackie’s Success Story
After gaining weight and struggling with health issues, one man decided to avoid sugar for a year — and experienced some surprising results.
PUMPING IRONY: Crisis Competence
The pandemic persists, but evidence is accumulating that the elderly are coping with its challenges much more successfully than you might imagine.
How to Return to Work After a Furlough
Returning to your job after a furlough is likely to raise some complicated emotions. This expert advice can help you work through them.
Hit the Court: 9 Health Benefits of Tennis
Discover some of the surprising ways this all-ages racquet sport can boost your body and mind.
The Sober-Curious Movement
Whether you’re trying to give up alcohol entirely or trying out a damp January, reexamining your relationship to alcohol can have big benefits for your health.
How to Build a Protein Shake
This template can help you create a nutritious, tasty shake that’ll keep you satisfied and energized.
Blue Zones Founder Dan Buettner Shares 5 Tips for Longevity
Looking for the secrets to a longer and happier life? Read this.
The Ultimate Guide to Immune-Supportive Supplements
A smart supplementation plan can support your daily health and well-being — and it can be critical to the function of your immune system. Here are the supplements a Life Time dietitian recommends considering.
Crystal Clear
A manifesto for change.
3 Immune-Supportive Recipes
Enjoy these nutritious meals for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
Does Exercise Get Easier the More You Do It?
Yes, exercise gets less difficult — and more rewarding — as you go. Here are nine reasons why.
The End of Fear
Psychotherapist Richard Schaub shares insights from his groundbreaking work on how we can acknowledge our vulnerability, build our courage, and find a path to serenity, even in a scary world.
Vegan Chocolate Cheesecake
This vegan cheesecake has a walnut and coconut-oil crust and a tofu and coconut-cream filling.
Choosing Healthy Beverages
What you drink is an often-forgotten — but critically important — piece of the nutrition puzzle. Learn which beverages to consider to meet your daily hydration needs and best support your health — and which ones you want to avoid.
PUMPING IRONY: A Real No-Brainer
Recent research suggests that geezers like me need to get out and socialize more in order to prevent dementia, but common sense — and a surging pandemic — tells me an addled brain is the least of my worries.
6 Ways to Boost Your Immune System
A strong immune system is essential for health — in the face of a pandemic or otherwise. Learn how to build all-around resilience.
The Perfect Warm-Up
Crank out this cutting-edge, all-purpose body-priming routine in 10 minutes flat.
COMING CLEAN: The Season of Light and Dark
Our managing editor on how to bring joy to your winter life.
5 Tips to Cultivate Empathy
Practicing empathy is an essential step to resolving conflict and developing meaningful relationships. Here are five ways to activate empathy.
Plant-Based Comfort Food Recipes
With a few easy substitutions, your favorite dishes can still be cozy, satisfying — and nutritious.
What I’ve Learned
How two questions inspired this column — and opened the door to reflection and imagination.
3 Must-Try D.TOX Recipes
Cookies and cream shake, buffalo chicken sweet potato, and brownie bites — there’s no such thing as deprivation in our detox.
5 Ways to Get Your Fitness Routine Back on Track
Reviving an exercise routine can be frustrating and intimidating. Take it slow and easy by following these steps.
The Evolution of Aly Raisman
The former competitive gymnast and two-time Olympian opens up about surviving sexual assault and moving toward healing through mindfulness and advocacy.
5 Ways to Get Your Fitness Routine Back on Track
Reviving an exercise routine can be frustrating and intimidating. Take it slow and easy by following these steps.
PUMPING IRONY: Dying to Know
Wisdom from a palliative-care doctor helps me absorb both the enormous toll of the pandemic and the imminent demise of my brother.
9 Questions to Ask Your Partner About Play and Adventure
Deepen your connection with your partner with these questions about how to have more fun.
Ayurveda: The Science of Self-Care
Why the ancient healing art of Ayurveda is winning modern fans.
4 Downsides of Nonstop Training
Smart athletes understand the value of backing off once in a while. Here’s why.
6 Hip Stretches to Improve Mobility and Strength
Keep your hips strong, mobile, and fit for a lifetime with these stretching and strength drills.
5 Ways to Reduce Fear and Boost Vitality
How accessing breath, water, nature, relationships, and altruism can help us reclaim our energy.
How to Reset Your Metabolism After the Holidays
Going after a weight-loss goal this New Year or looking to establish healthier habits post-holiday? Try these five tried and tested strategies.
How to Strengthen Your Pelvic-Floor Muscles
Strengthen your pelvic-floor muscles with these two simple exercises.
8 Questions to Ask Your Partner About Money
Deepen your connection with your partner with these questions about work and money.
How to Bring Meaning to Mealtime
Here are five ways to help you reconnect to food — and those you love.
How to Use More Kale
This cruciferous dark leafy green is a nutrition powerhouse. Here are tips to use more of it in your kitchen.
13 Tips to Winterize Your Home
With the polar vortex becoming more unpredictable each year, home winterproofing can help save energy, fight climate change — and keep you warm.
Can You Build Muscle By Strengthening Your Nervous System?
The first step to building muscle might be “bulking up” your nervous system.
4 Signs You Need to Stop Working Out
Here are four common ways your body is telling you it needs a break — plus, how to get back on track.
5 Questions to Ask Your Partner About How They Handle Conflict
Deepen your connection with your partner with these questions about overcoming obstacles.
3 Favorite Holiday Cookies From a Life Time Dietitian
Bake a batch of these healthy-ish cookies to enjoy this season.
PUMPING IRONY: Cashing in on COVID
Driven by the demands of a broken business model, nursing homes opened their doors to coronavirus patients — with predictable results.
How to Embrace Uncertainty
Ease your concerns about the unknown by learning to get comfortable with the unknowable.
The Resistance-Band Workout
Resistance bands are ideal for everyone, from beginners to elite athletes — and so is this lightning-fast, do-anywhere, fitness-band workout.
5 Ways to Boost Your Immunity
Lifestyle factors — like exercise and nutrition — can boost your immunity.
5 Tips for Better Sleep
Just as you plan ahead for nutritious meals and set aside time for yoga or a vigorous walk, plan your 24-hour cycle to include enough sleep, too.
9 Questions to Ask Your Partner About Sex and Intimacy
Deepen your connection with your partner with these questions about deepening intimacy.
7 Ways to Experience More Joy
Two longtime meditation practitioners share their principles for finding more joy in your daily life.
Holiday Gifts for Our Planet
Homemade gifts, alternatives to ribbons, and several other tips to make the holidays festive and environmentally friendly!
Op-Ed: Stay Healthy and Safe
A Life Time master trainer and registered dietitian on why the state of our health deserves more attention. Plus, four ways we can make strides in a healthier direction while respecting the safety guidelines.
7 Questions to Ask Your Partner About Trust and Commitment
Deepen your connection with your partner with these questions about vulnerability, trust, and commitment.
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: What Are You Training For?
Motivation exists on a spectrum. Our fitness editor explains why it’s worth embracing the fluidity.
Is Your Goal Realistic?
Trainer secrets for setting yourself up to make it happen.
Make Your Own Holiday Charcuterie Board
Swap the traditional multi-course meal for a dinner option that looks and tastes extravagant but takes minimal effort to pull together.
How to Be Happy for Others
How cultivating joy for others can help transform scarcity thinking.
6 Festive Snacks for Family Movie Night
Nosh on these sweet and savory eats while enjoying your favorite holiday flick together.
7 Dark Chocolate Recipes
Learn how this nutritional superfood ramps up the flavor of savory dishes.
In This Together
Life Time members reflect on the need for community and health — and why they feel confident being back at the club despite challenging times.
PUMPING IRONY: Pilgrimage
An anxious journey to visit my dying brother offers a powerful argument against fleeing from sorrow and pain.
How to Break Free From Fear
A shamanic healer explains how fear drains our vitality — and how we can reclaim more energy.
5 Unexpected Places You’ll Find Sugar
Try these pro tips to help you avoid it.
4 Tips for a Good Date
Going on a date? Here are a few guidelines to make it a good one.
How to Get Cozy
Boost everyday comfort with these five high-quality household goods.
How to Up Your Winter-Biking Game
Snow is no longer off-limits for adventurous riders.
Growing Older Healthy, Happy, and Together
“There’s not a thing I would change. My life is great.”
Mini Faux Cheesecakes
Dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan in a convenient single-serve portion size — with no baking required.
The Year of Self-Love
Our managing editor attends a size-inclusive retreat and unlocks her inner strength and the benefits of a body-positive mindset.
The Recovery Zone
You’re willing to push yourself, even when it hurts. But do you know when to back off — and why? If not, it may be time to give your body a break.
How to Do the Wall Ball Toss
Develop core stability and cross-body coordination.
Candy Cane Shake
Start your day with this festive holiday shake.
How to Ramp Up Your Energy
Is your body experiencing an energy shortage? Learn how your system creates and uses energy and you’ll have a better shot at ramping up production to meet demand.
How to Escape Your Inner Taskmaster
Want to work for someone who pushes you relentlessly, criticizes your efforts and makes your entire life miserable? Of course not. So why are you doing it to yourself?
Paths of Possibility
Moving toward a future that shines, one step at a time.
6 Tips for When You Feel Like You Ate Too Much
We’ve all had moments where we’ve eaten past the point of feeling full. Here’s how to gain some relief from the adverse symptoms that may follow and support your body’s digestion.
How to Make Bath Salts
This simple and fragrant bath salts recipe can be modified endlessly to meet your mood.
5 Essential Conversations for Any Couple
Deepen your connection with your partner with these conversation templates from two relationship experts.
Harvest Hummus
Try this seasonal dip that’s enjoyed by one of the school districts the Life Time Foundation has partnered with to improve kids’ meals.
Taking Notice
When we stop to focus on what we can do and what is good, we can find reason to hope.
The Power of Simple Food Rituals
Small gestures can make a big difference in how we experience and appreciate our food — and each other.
What’s in Your Wine?
Most bottles contain more than just grapes and yeast. Find out which ingredients find their way into wine — plus seven tips to make healthier choices without sacrificing taste.
PUMPING IRONY: Keeping Calm and Carrying On
Recent research suggests the elderly are coping more effectively than their younger peers with the emotional challenges of the pandemic. In my case, at least, that may have more to do with conditions and coincidence than acquired wisdom.
Group Training Boot-Camp Workout
Boot-camp-style workouts can help you build strength, burn fat, and connect with a community. Here are some expert tips for getting fit — and avoiding injury.
Grit and Glitter: Jessie Diggins
For Nordic skier Jessie Diggins, winning Olympic gold was just the beginning. She now uses her platform to spread the word for the many causes she supports.
3 Festive Holiday Shake Recipes
Feel good about enjoying the flavors of the season with these healthy shake recipes.
Uncommon Courage
7 Hidden Triggers of the Sympathetic Stress Response
Here are a few surprising ways we can be triggered without even knowing it.
What Do Food Sensitivity Test Results Really Mean?
Wondering if a food sensitivity test is something you may want to consider? A Life Time dietitian offers insights into common sources of food sensitivities, reasons they occur, ways to overcome them, and more.
What Does an Instinct Feel Like?
Warmth and clarity, fatigue or a sudden headache, are just a few signs of an intuitive “hit.”
How to Keep a Gratitude Journal
Simple tips for recording the joys — and challenges — that enhance your life.
Turkey Day Tabata
Drop down and get your turkey on with a Turkey Tabata workout. Challenge yourself with six rounds of 20 seconds of exercise followed by 10 seconds of rest.
Turkey Wild Rice Soup
Want a delicious way to use up Thanksgiving leftovers? Try this hearty, aromatic soup that incorporates all the flavors of the season.
Keeping Kids Fed
Learn how the Life Time Foundation is supporting school districts as they continue to safely feed children throughout the United States during these challenging times.
Real Reactions to Health-Club Closures in Minnesota: 6 Life Time Members Share Their Thoughts
Starting Saturday, November 21, Minnesota health clubs and fitness centers are set to once again temporarily close due to the pandemic. Here’s what a few Life Time members had to say about the news.
Hit Your Glide in Cross-Country Skiing
Good form is the key to more efficient — and enjoyable — Nordic skiing. Two Olympians share their secrets.
Is Exercise as Good as Medicine When It Comes to Treating Blood Pressure?
That’s the upshot of a recent study.
How Percussive Therapy Can Benefit Your Health
Muscles tight or sore? Stressed? Having trouble sleeping? These devices have risen in popularity as an at-home tool to help provide relief for a variety of symptoms and grievances.
4 Beginner Ways to Use Your Percussive Device
Do you have or are you thinking about getting a Hyperice or other percussive therapy device? Here are four ways we suggest using it.
How to Use Screen Time Mindfully
Here are four ways to reduce the negative impact of your digital devices.
PUMPING IRONY: A Cancer Chronicle
In the pursuit of some genuine empathy in the wake of my brother’s cancer diagnosis, I find surprising wisdom in one young woman’s battle with the disease.
How Does Vitamin C Aid the Immune System?
Learn how this essential nutrient boosts immunity.
Your Thanksgiving Day Menu
Simple, healthy twists on classic recipes that can be tailored to fit your party size.
Redefining Holiday Traditions
Not participating in your usual holiday events this year? Consider these ideas instead.
Get Your Run On
4 Cold-Weather Activities to Boost Fitness
Complement your favorite indoor workout routines with these cold-weather pursuits.
The Stress Alarm
Our biological stress response operates the same whether threats are real or perceived. Here’s how your system reacts.
The 7 Best Carbohydrates for Fat Loss
Thought starchy carbohydrates were off limits when going after a weight-loss goal? Think again.
5 Weight-Loss Tips That Have Nothing to Do With Food
A Life Time dietitian and trainer shares the five non-food habits that help drive her clients with a weight-loss goal to success.
8 Ways to Boost Glutathione
This superhero antioxidant battles toxicity, chronic disease, and premature aging. Find out what makes it so powerful — and how you can boost your levels.
How to Do Dead Bug
Develop core stability and cross-body coordination with this challenging move. Discover four variations to add variety and elevate your core routine.
Healthy Breakfast, Healthy Heart?
Can a healthy breakfast reduce your risk of heart disease?
Your Questions, Answered: How is Life Time Keeping its Pools and Swimmers Safe?
See what we’re doing to maintain clean pools and safe swim programming so you can feel confident bringing your little swimmers to learn and splash.
4 Signs That You’re Stuck in Overdrive
Here are four signals that your body may be having trouble downshifting.
Living With Hope
When her husband was diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, one woman made a commitment to make every day they had together meaningful and precious.
NATURAL MENTAL HEALTH: This Is Your Brain on Screens
How digital devices affect our mental health.
Better Fall Baking
Modify homemade baked goods for the healthier with these tips. Plus, enjoy our favorite recipes for fall bread, muffins, and dessert.
How Much Vitamin C Do I Need Daily?
The recommended intake might be different if you have a chronic illness or are a smoker.
3 Time-Saving Make-Ahead Freezer Meals
Assemble and freeze these meals in advance to throw in the crockpot for easy and healthy dinners.
Smart Snacking
Learn how the LifeCafe has reimagined its on-the-go, convenience options with your healthy-eating goals in mind. Plus, see what a Life Time dietitian and trainer grabs for his snacks.
How to Buy and Store Beets
Naturally sweet and incredibly nutritious, this versatile veggie makes a beautiful and healthful addition to your diet.
Post-Election Stress-Relief Yoga Workout
Feeling the weight of extra stress right now? Try this quick yoga designed to reduce mental stress and anxiety, as well as tension in your shoulders, neck, jaw, and hips.
A Time for Self-Care
With election day 2020 officially behind us, take some time to prioritize you in the days ahead.
PUMPING IRONY: A Dose of Reality
All indications suggest seniors may be wise to temper their expectations about a forthcoming COVID-19 vaccine.
Defining Myself
“Who I am” is complex and ever-changing. And that’s a good thing.
7 Ways to Improve Your Health This Fall
Consider these seven steps for making health progress this season.
The Truth About Emotional Eating
We tend to think of emotional eating as bad or shameful, but it’s actually a normal response to experiencing intense feelings. Our experts have advice for reframing your thoughts on the subject.
Sample One-Day 60day Challenge Meal Plan
Try these three recipes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner to get an idea of the types of meals you’d eat when participating in the 60day Challenge.
Deal Yourself In
A simple deck of cards can help you refresh the most predictable workout routine.
The UltraSimple Slimdown
Dr. Mark Hyman shares the seven-day program he uses to help thousands improve their health, drop unwanted pounds and transform their eating habits for good.
The Health Benefits of Glutamine
This amino acid promises much — for mind, muscle and immunity. Can taking glutamine really help you?
How to Find Stillness
Frazzled? Scattered? A few moments of meditative silence can ground you in peace and calmness for the rest of the day.
Be the Person You Want to Find
Looking for that special someone? Wishing you could change the person you’re with? You may need to start by taking a good long look in the mirror.
How to Harness Your Dreams
There’s no reason to put off your grandest goals and desires until someday. Three life coaches offer guidance to help you achieve your dreams.
Emotional Biochemistry
Like it or not, emotions share some very real biochemical links with your nervous, endocrine, immune and digestive systems. Isn’t it time you learned something about how your body responds to what you feel—and vice versa?
5 Gut Instincts You Shouldn’t Ignore
The quirky urge. A funny tingle. That little voice in your head. These are what gut feelings feel like. But what are they telling you, and should you listen? Here’s how to make the most of your own innate wisdom.
C’mon, Get Happy! 10 Ways to Find More Happiness in Your Life
10 reasons to celebrate (and ways to get even happier in the process).
Your Fitness Personality
Find out how personality-typing systems can help you discover activities and regimens you’ll really enjoy.
Know Yourself
We all have stories to tell about our lives — and we don’t have to wait for a big event to reflect on, appreciate, and share them.
3 Healthier Stress Responses
Use these techniques to consciously shift your body’s response to stress into a state that’s calm, secure, and replenished.
Reset Your Stress Response
Being on high alert for too long can put you into adrenal overdrive. Learn how to shift from fight-or-flight mode into calmer states that help your body recover.
Pumpkin Power: How to Try This Nutrient-Packed Food
There’s a reason so many of us look forward to pumpkin season. Not only is this fall food so delicious it almost feels indulgent, but its health benefits are also quite impressive.
3 Lower-Carb Chili Recipes for Fall
In just 30 minutes or less you could be enjoying one of these three seasonal soups.
What You Need to Know About Vitamin C
This essential nutrient supports nearly every aspect of health.
Lessons From Leadville
The founder and CEO of Life Time recounts a near-death experience and the lessons it taught him.
Could Masks Help Build Immunity?
It’s all about the “viral inoculum theory,” according to infectious-disease experts.
The Ups and Downs of Ladder Workouts
As she gets back into a gym routine, our fitness editor relies on ladder workouts for volume, skill work, and a little mindset magic.
PUMPING IRONY: Salutary Side Effects?
Non-COVID hospital admissions have dropped precipitously since the pandemic struck, leading some to suggest our precautions have somehow made us healthier. I have my doubts.
Healthy Halloween Treats and Workout Tricks
Try these five fun recipes the whole family will love. Plus, a fat-burning workout that you can do using just your body weight — or a couple of pumpkins.
5 Meal Fixes to Save Your Recipe
Too salty? Too spicy? Follow these tips to adjust the ingredients and salvage an overseasoned recipe.
Courageous Coach: Chrissy King
Writer and fitness coach Chrissy King is leading the charge to redefine and expand representation in the wellness industry — so everyone has power beyond the weight room.
Socca Chips and Guacamole
Make your own chickpea-flour “tortilla chips” to dip in guacamole.
The SPOOKY Workout
The only scary thing about this six-move resistance circuit is how well it works your body in such a short amount of time.
PUMPING IRONY: So Sad
As my brother tumbles into the cancer vortex, I find myself struggling to find ways to express my grief and show my support.
Is It Better to Get A Hip Replacement Later in Life?
Apparently so — the older the better for joint replacement, according to recent research.
How to Dry Brush for Healthy, Glowing Skin
Discover the dos and don’ts of dry brushing for skin health, plus get tips for doing it at home.
Root Vegetables: Recipes, Techniques, and More
Root veggies like turnips, parsnips, and rutabagas provide your body with deep nourishment and delightful flavors.
Can a Shared Sense of Awe Help Us Find Common Ground?
Research indicates that feeling awe can help us overcome political polarization and connect more thoughtfully to others.
Good Morning, Coffee
Here are the tools to give your first cup of the day the respect it deserves.
The Skater Jump
This lateral move builds lower-body strength — and boosts cardio at the same time.
15 Activity Ideas the Whole Family Will Love
In need of a little inspiration for ways to keep your family entertained and engaged? Check out this mix of at-home and in-club fun everyone will enjoy.
A Thank You to Members
“As your healthy way of life partner, we’re grateful for your support as we operate in this new reality.”
Optimizing Your Health at Home: Welcome to Life Time Living Coral Gables
Personal and communal well-being take priority in this first-of-its-kind residential development in southern Florida. Get a sneak peek!
15 Activity Ideas the Whole Family Will Love
In need of a little inspiration for ways to keep your family entertained and engaged? Check out this mix of at-home and in-club fun everyone will enjoy.
15 Activity Ideas the Whole Family Will Love
In need of a little inspiration for ways to keep your family entertained and engaged? Check out this mix of at-home and in-club fun everyone will enjoy.
How to Lower Your Political Stress Level
A constant barrage of political advertising and infighting can raise your anxiety level. Here’s how to calm down this election season.
What Is Regenerative Agriculture?
This type of farming helps rebuild soil, decrease atmospheric carbon dioxide, and slow climate change.
Move to Lift Your Mood
Feeling anxious? Angry? Hostile? Depressed? There may be an exercise to help with that.
Sneak Peek: 3 Quick and Healthy Recipes From the 60day Challenge
Try these three new and tasty recipes included as part of our 60day Challenge meal plan.
Caramelized-Onion Dip
Instead of sour cream, this dip uses equal parts goat cheese and full-fat Greek yogurt.
The Need for Self-Care
Overcoming blockers to — and guilt around — self-care can be challenging, especially for women. But making time to care for yourself is vital for your health and well-being — and for your family, too.
Why Your Hips Matter
Hip problems can affect your lower back, knees, ankles, and feet. Here’s why.
How to Stop Ruminating
These five strategies can help you break free from the spiral of negative thoughts.
Tips From 4 Members Who’ve Lost 10+ Pounds — And Kept it Off
Have a weight-loss goal? Hear the advice of these four Life Time members who’ve all had success with that journey.
Mockarita
Fresh-squeezed lime juice and orange juice is combined with limeflavored sparkling water and a touch of maple syrup — rum or tequila, optional!
7 Meat Alternatives
Which plant-based alternative is right for you? From the Impossible Burger to tempeh to homemade veggie burgers, we break down the options.
How Often Should I Exercise?
A Life Time trainer explains why the answer to this question is more complicated than you might think. Plus, offers exercise plan advice for three common fitness goals.
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: My Anchor
Our fitness editor explains why an annual kettlebell-swing challenge brought an unexpected benefit during turbulent times.
How to Up Your Hiking Game
Discover how to get the most out of your next hiking adventure.
Try It: 6-Move Fat-Burning 60day Challenge Workout
Wondering what kind of workouts are included in the 60day Challenge plan? Give this sample workout a go.
PUMPING IRONY: Location, Location, Location
Many factors affect our access to healthcare, but new research suggests that where we choose to live may actually enhance — or limit — our lifespan.
9 Types of Emotional Triggers
Feeling discounted, vulnerable, and self-conscious are just three common categories of emotional triggers.
7 Keystone Species — and Why they Matter for Our Planet
Keystone species are essential for ecosystem resilience, yet many are considered pests. Learn why we need these important animals and plants.
Pumpkin Muffins
Try this healthy version of the classic fall baked good.
Buffalo Chicken Meatballs
Instead of messy chicken wings, serve these Buffalo chicken meatballs directly from the skillet with toothpicks alongside.
The Evolution of Life Time’s Healthy Way of Life
A look at where the company has been and where they’re going as a leader in the healthy-living space.
Jacques Pépin’s Mussels in Hot Sauce
This quick-and-easy mussels dish is from celebrated chef Jacques Pépin’s new cookbook.
Giving Voice to Our Roots
How a big change to a familiar landmark reopened my eyes to what really matters — and what needs attention now.
A Thank You From Our Founder
“You are very important to me and our entire Life Time Family. Thank you for your partnership. We are here for you.”
Hometown Adventures
Embark on a local outing to rediscover your surroundings — and a new side of yourself.
Your Questions, Answered: How is Life Time continuing to keep its health clubs clean during the coronavirus pandemic?
Learn how we’ve enhanced our rigorous safety and cleaning protocols to make our spaces safer for you and our team members.
How Good Is Your Tap Water?
Curious what’s in your tap water? Check out the Environmental Working Group’s new Tap Water Database.
7 Fall Beauty Practices
Prevent the onset of dry skin and hair, discover a new use for pumpkin purée, take color inspiration from nature, and more with these tips.
6 Exercises for Healthy Hips
Our experts show us how to prevent and recover from hip issues with a series of simple moves.
The Neurobic Workout
These four brain-stimulating workouts can improve coordination, balance, and focus.
PUMPING IRONY: Trials and Tribulations
Elderly Americans who volunteer for drug trials seldom make the cut. That makes it more difficult for researchers to know just how their new product will work for folks who often need it the most.
Can Yeast Overgrowth Make You Drunk?
Technically, yes. Too much candida in your gut microbiome can lead to a condition called auto-brewery syndrome.
6 Health Benchmarks to Monitor — and Why
Consider these measurements as part of your toolkit for continually optimizing your health.
Sweet Potato Fries With Chimichurri
Coat the potatoes in cornstarch or arrowroot powder before baking for extra-crispy fries.
Why Meaningful Encounters Matter
Loneliness is a huge health risk for us all. Here are ways to create more high-quality connections.
Are Dietary Supplements Unregulated?
It’s often assumed that supplements aren’t regulated and therefore are inherently dangerous. But there’s a whole lot more to the story of how they make their way to consumers.
Kate Septynski Booth’s Success Story
Overcoming her fear of heights, one woman climbed Mount Kilimanjaro to raise awareness of the global water crisis.
What’s Up With Fake Meat?
Meat substitutes are everywhere — but they’re not all created equal.
The Workout: Build Explosive Power
Lightning-fast, full-body training amps up your athleticism — for sports, or whatever life throws your way.
11 Ideas for Socially Distanced Fitness-Club Workouts
Maintain your physical distance during these effective and fun workouts that can all be safely done at your Life Time club.
8 Ways Exercise Makes You Gorgeous
Regular exercise also gives you a healthy, glowing look and an unmistakable va-va-voom that you just can’t get any other way.
8 Hidden Toxins Lurking in Your Cleaning Products
We assume they are safe. But in fact, many popular household cleaners are dangerously toxic. Learn about the eight scariest substances hiding under your kitchen sink, and how to replace them with safer, more natural options that really work.
The 5 Best Ways to Build Resiliency
Why do some people bounce back from adversity and misfortune? Why do others fall apart? Find out which character strengths make all the difference — and how you can develop them yourself.
Gut Feelings: The Science of Intuition
By cultivating your intuitive skills, you’ll be able to listen more closely to what your body is trying to tell you.
How Exercise Heals
Regular physical activity can help us recover more quickly, heal more easily, and get an edge over all kinds of disease and injury. In fact, exercise may just be nature’s best medicine.
The Best Defense: Boost Your Immune System
Your immune system works to keep you healthy 24 hours a day. Here’s how to help it operate at peak efficiency.
Food Science: How Food Is Engineered to Create Cravings
How advanced food technologies mess with our minds and our metabolisms.
How to Brew a Perfect Cup of Coffee
Upgrade your morning brew with these tips for buying, storing, and more.
13 Strategies to Deal With Your Emotional Triggers
A psychotherapist offers actionable advice for handling our trigger reactions.
Beautiful Brows: How to Find Your Perfect Eyebrow Shape
Defining your natural eyebrow shape can help frame your face and bring out your eyes.
The Full-Body Group Fitness Class Plan
With a balanced mix of strength, cardio, and recovery classes throughout the week, you can work your entire body — and see noticeable fitness gains.
The Sprint Workout
Bump up your pace and your conditioning — and have some fun — with these sprint workouts.
How Self-Care Fits Into Your New Fall Routine
No matter what your fall schedule looks like, taking the time to regroup and practice self-care can help you prepare for the changing season.
Finding “Familia” at Life Time Through Connectivity and Care
“One of the things people don’t realize about truck drivers is how hard it is for us to be alone all the time. To me, my social life is Life Time.”
Fresh Fava Beans With Mint and Scallions
Fava beans are central to the Sardinian diet — one of the world’s five Blue Zone regions. Try this simple dish from “The Blue Zones Kitchen” for protein, fiber, and deliciousness. It also tastes great with chickpeas for a tasty variation.
The Blue Zones Habits for Longevity
PUMPING IRONY: Statins and Suspicions
Recent research suggests cholesterol-reducing drugs may be safer than once thought and offer cancer- and COVID-fighting benefits. So, why do I remain unconvinced?
How to Make Apple Chips
Turn ordinary apples into a healthy baked snack. Sweeter apples, such as Honeycrisp and Fuji, work best!
Healthy, Happy Hips: 6 Exercises and Stretches to Ease Hip Pain
Improving strength and mobility in your hips can help alleviate pain and irritation while improving performance and quality of life.
Foods to Include in Your Weekly Routine During Flu Season
Support your immune system — and help fend off illness — by adding these six foods to your diet.
Common Nutrition Coaching Recommendations That Backfire
Avoid taking these five common suggestions at face value when making an effort toward sustainable, long-term change.
How Kind Are You?
Take our quiz to find out!
9 Building Blocks to Being Anti-Racist
It’s not enough to not be racist. Learn what you can do for yourself, your social circle, and your community to promote anti-racism — and why it matters for health.
The Truth About MSG
Depending on whom you ask, monosodium glutamate is either a miracle ingredient or a dangerous neurotoxin. The truth likely lies somewhere in between.
The Table
A call for alignment on a global scale — for the good of our planet and future generations.
5 Game-Day Snacks
Score points with friends and family by whipping up some of these winning recipes.
Untamed Spirit: Glennon Doyle
Untamed author and Together Rising cofounder Glennon Doyle on imagination, grief, community, and confronting the systems that bind us.
5 Ways Wildfires Affect Our Planet
Wildfires are important for ecosystems, but they are dangerous as well.
5 COVID-Era Fitness Trends That Are Here to Stay
The pandemic has required us all to adjust our exercise routines in some way. These five evolutions may be a silver-lining change to our disrupted regimens.
Connecting to Your Untamed Spirit
PUMPING IRONY: Locked Out
While COVID-19 has exacted a huge toll on those coping with a chronic disease, few have suffered more than older adults struggling with dementia.
Does Exercise Boost the Immune System?
Exercise is an immune booster, but if you’ve been exposed to or are recovering from COVID-19, you might want to take it easy, according to a recent analysis.
5 Fitness Classes for Stress Relief
Whether you prefer to unwind with quiet stillness or release emotion with high-energy movement, there’s a fitness class suited to your stress-management style.
Nut or Seed Butter
Toasting the nuts or seeds before blending gives them a richer, fuller flavor.
Cinnamon Apple Chips
Enjoy the fall flavors of this delicious, healthy snack. Two large apples and a sprinkle of cinnamon are all you need.
5 Mantras That Help Drive Me to Success
A mantra can be a great tool to help you refocus when you’re struggling. Take inspiration from these five and see if any resonate with you.
5 Essential Questions About Fiber — Answered
Nutrition experts answer some of the most common questions about this nutrient — including how you know if you are eating a low-fiber diet.
5 Beginner Foam-Rolling Moves
Discover why trainers often recommend the foam roller as a must-have tool for your pre-and post-workout routines.
Harvest Hash
This simple, delicious dish features all your favorite fall flavors and comes together quickly in just 25 minutes.
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: Walk It Out
Amid the coronavirus crisis, a step challenge helps our fitness editor regain her footing.
Upgrade Your Breakfasts
Want to increase the nutrient quota of your morning meal? A Life Time nutrition coach offers recommendations for five team members’ go-to breakfasts.
A Dose of Uncertainty
As we wait impatiently for a COVID-19 vaccine to free us from the current pandemic, a recent survey indicates surprising skepticism, and healthcare experts suggest we temper our expectations.
How to Buy and Store Tomatoes
It’s one of the best times of the year: tomato season! Follow these tips to make the most of these late-summer superstars.
How to Overcome Your Upper Limits
Each one of us carries ingrained, unconscious ideas of just how happy and successful we can be. But by learning to identify and transcend these self-imposed “Upper Limits,” we can expand our potential for happiness and abundance in extraordinary ways.
Convenience Foods That Are Worth It When It Comes To Meal Prep
Using convenience foods to your advantage can be a great meal prep hack. A registered dietitian breaks down which ones she uses as part of her plan.
When to Seek Help for Anxiety
If you’re struggling with anxiety and unsure whether to seek help or ride it out, consider the following factors.
Nondairy Milk
Mix-ins like matcha powder, Medjool dates, and cocoa powder can give your nut milk a flavor boost.
10 Sets, 10 Reps: German Volume Training
Looking for a no-frills way to get strong, fast? Try Charles Poliquin’s modified German Volume Training plan.
4 Ways to Help Kids Change Their Cellphone Habits
Are your children glued to their smartphones? Here are a few ways to help them reclaim their time and focus.
5 Foods To Weigh and Measure
Tracking food portions closely can be a double-edged sword. While there are both pros and cons to doing so, these are five foods where focusing on your portions may prove beneficial.
Beyond Improved Fitness: 5 Surprising Benefits of Video Training
A Life Time master trainer shares some unexpected upsides of taking your workouts virtual.
The Art of the Warm-Up
You’ve probably been told that you should warm up before exercise, but has anyone shown you how?
DIY Salad Dressing
Try this flexible formula for an array of quick-and-easy homemade salad dressings.
Break the Rules: 18 Unexpected Uses for Everyday Beauty Products
Learn how to get more out of your basic products with these multi-use ideas.
A Different Kind of Recovery
In tough times, we tend to move through distinct phases of coping before learning to move ahead.
A Sneak Peek: Introducing Life Time’s Distance Learning Support Camp
Learn what to expect when you sign your kids up for extra aid, enrichment, or care this school year.
18 Ways to Break Your Cellphone Habit
Feel like your smartphone is controlling your life? These strategies can help you set it down and reclaim control of your time.
Oatmeal Superfood Breakfast Bars
Make your mornings easier. Bake these bars ahead of time for the perfect grab-and-go healthy breakfast.
Why T Cells in Your Immune System May Be Your Strongest COVID-19 Defense
Coronavirus antibodies might not be long-lasting, but the latest research has found new hope for battling the virus — your adaptive T cells. And it may lead the way to a vaccine.
Study: Health Clubs Are Not Sources of COVID-19 Spread
After analyzing nearly 50 million fitness-center visits, researchers found that only a small number — 0.0023 percent — corresponded to positive tests.
Infused Ghee
Ghee has a much higher smoke point than butter or olive oil, so it’s both healthier and safer for high-heat cooking like stir-frying, searing, and sautéing.
3 Do-Anywhere Yoga Routines
Benefit your mind and body in just 10 minutes or less.
4 Ways to Treat Anxiety
Learn why anxiety goes hand in hand with depression and irritability — and how to treat it.
4 Ways to Add More to Your Fitness Routine
Break through fitness plateaus with these tips for safely and strategically adding more speed, distance, weight, reps, recovery, and nutrition into your fitness routine.
Finding Beauty in Erosion
Acclaimed author and conservationist Terry Tempest Williams discusses themes from her new book of essays.
The 3 Types of Dietary Fiber You Need
Insoluble fiber, soluble fiber, and prebiotic fiber are all essential to our health and well-being. Here’s why — and which foods have them.
A Guide to Relora®
This proprietary blend of adaptogens may help with stress management and relief.
Protein Power: What You Need to Know
You need protein to build muscle, manage your metabolism, and support tissue repair. But how much? What kind? And can you get too much? We answer your top 12 questions about protein.
East Meets West
Separated by decades and thousands of miles, a family reunites in Istanbul.
The Power of Kindness
How being good to others can be good for you.
The Whole Thing
Enriched this, supplemental that. Look behind the hype and you’ll discover that whole foods deliver nutrition that “fragmented” and “isolated” nutrients simply can’t beat.
The Talk You Haven’t Had: End-of-Life Planning
We’re all going to face end-of-life decisions eventually. Why not start talking about them now?
The Power of Language
What if every word you uttered came true instantly? What if you were required to follow through on everything you said? How would your language change? Would you even be able to talk at all?
25 Ways to Make Time for Fitness
Too busy to work out? Doubtful. The truth: Finding moments to move is entirely within your grasp.
FMS Screen Test
The Functional Movement Screen assesses seven basic movement patterns to identify tightness and weakness in the body – so you can correct them before they cause major problems.
Bye-Bye, Baby Weight
Celebrity moms make it look effortless, but dropping post-delivery pounds can be challenging. Here’s what to expect, what to do, and how to cope.
All About B Vitamins
The ultimate in well-connected catalysts, B vitamins work together to trigger critical biochemical reactions throughout your entire body.
The Health Benefits of Homemade Stock
Plus, tips on making a nourishing homemade stock and a recipe for one-step chicken stock.
How to Take a Mental-Health Day
Taking time off can enhance workplace productivity and personal well-being. Try these four tips to make the most of your day off.
How to Do the Renegade Row
Improve your form on this advanced plank move to boost functional abdominal strength and prevent injury.
Apple Pie Protein Bites
Bursting with apple and cinnamon, these bites are tailor-made for fall.
Fitness Recovery, Defined
Improper recovery can slow your progress. Learn why — and what and how to incorporate for a more effective approach.
Better Together
When we work toward seeing the bigger picture, we have the chance to discover our collective potential.
Anything Pesto
Make this pesto dairy-free by subbing in nutritional yeast for the traditional cheese. You can’t taste the difference!
When Not to Share on Social Media
Posting about your life on social media is now considered the norm — but there is some information that is best kept offline. Check out these tips on online etiquette.
The Ecological Consequences of Wildfires
Wildfires are becoming more frequent and dangerous. Learn why it matters — even if you don’t live in a burn hotspot.
Riding a Bicycle? Wear a Helmet.
A survivor of traumatic brain injury shares the story of her bike accident and subsequent recover as a cautionary — yet inspiring — tale.
5 Made-From-Scratch Recipes
Skip the additives and preservatives — and save some money — by whipping up these culinary favorites at home.
Tony Hofmann’s Success Story
After rising to the challenge of the Leadville 100, a retired U.S. Army colonel found new purpose in building a team of athletes willing to go the distance for veterans and service members with posttraumatic stress.
Beyond BMI: Why True Health Is About More Than What You Weigh
How much you weigh gets a lot of attention despite being one of the least telling measures of health.
The All-In-One Workout
These do-anywhere workouts employ one very basic piece of equipment to build strength, endurance and athleticism — in 15 minutes or less.
PUMPING IRONY: A Risky Business
While pandemic-weary Americans are stretching the boundaries that once contained their activities, I find myself wondering about my own tolerance for risk.
Are Sweeteners Like Stevia and Monk Fruit Better for You Than Sugar?
Many health-conscious eaters, paleo bakers, and people with diabetes rely on naturally derived alternative sweeteners — but are they truly better for you than plain table sugar?
4 Ways to Fine-Tune Your Yoga Practice
Reap the physical and mental rewards of this ancient tradition — safely, and at your own pace.
Stress Management for Busy People
7 realistic ways time-starved folks can add stress relief to their days.
7 Reasons to Stop Yo-Yo Dieting
Yo-yo dieting, also known as weight cycling, can be hard on your health. Here are seven potential side effects.
NATURAL MENTAL HEALTH: How to Support Anxious Teens
Many doctors prescribe medication for teen anxiety, but an integrative developmental and behavioral pediatrician offers these natural therapies.
Stepping Out of My Comfort Zone
One woman shares how committing to her health and fitness helped her stay true to herself, discover new passions, and build a strong, supportive community.
Why You Need to Eat Fiber
Even a relatively nutritious diet can deliver inadequate amounts of fiber. Learn why it’s so critical to your health — and which foods are high in fiber.
Water Warrior: Jason Momoa
Jason Momoa shares his passion for ocean conservation, water equity, and eliminating single-use plastics once and for all.
5 Signs You’re Not Eating Enough
Why under-nourishing your body may be holding you back from achieving your health goals.
14 Reasons Why Sex Might Be Painful for Women
There are many reasons why women chronically experience pain during intercourse. Here are some of the top causes — and what to do about them.
Workouts vs. Exercise Programs: Which One Is Right For You?
Approaches to fitness plans may vary, but which route you choose could influence the results you see.
Coffee for Wellness?
Coffee gets a bad rap, and in excess it can be trouble. But enjoyed in moderation, it has a bright side, too.
PUMPING IRONY: The Perils of Normalcy
Six months into the current pandemic, I realize I’ve begun to forget the lessons it’s been trying to teach me.
Build Your Own One-Bowl Meal
This mix-and-match template will help you craft a flavorful, filling, and healthy bowl with key nutrients as your building blocks. Plus, get the recipe for the LifeCafe’s newest bowl to make at home yourself.
How to Optimize Your Meals to Boost Metabolism
Learn which nutrition habits can help your body shift into a more effective fat-burning state, plus the steps you can take to gradually upgrade the nutrient-density of your meals.
What Is Flexible Dieting — and Is It Right for You?
Discover the pros and cons of this trendy concept.
Exercise Can Boost Immunity and May Reduce Risk of COVID-19
New guidelines by the American College of Sports Medicine recommend exercise as a strategy to avoid a severe case of the virus.
Exercise Can Boost Immunity and May Reduce Risk of COVID-19
New guidelines by the American College of Sports Medicine recommend exercise as a strategy to avoid a severe case of the virus.
How to Help a Friend Deal With Pandemic Anxiety
9 tips to comfort loved ones who are feeling anxious about the coronavirus.
Mango-Berry Smoothie
Pack in the protein and greens with this deliciously fruity, simple smoothie.
PUMPING IRONY: Faulty Connections
The current pandemic has sparked a boom in telemedicine, but a new study notes the many reasons why it’s not a viable option for many seniors.
How to Do a Facial Lymphatic Massage (VIDEO)
Learn how to do this DIY technique that can help drain sinuses, relieve congestion, and reduce fluid retention.
5 Easy Lunch Recipes With Six Ingredients or Less
Running low on lunch ideas? These healthy and tasty recipes from Chef Ryan Dodge can all be ready to eat and enjoy in 20 minutes or less.
How Fitness Affects Metabolism
Learn why practicing fitness can lead to an improved metabolism.
Should I Eat Saturated Fats?
A Life Time nutritionist digs into the research behind dietary saturated fat and finds that it’s not the culprit behind heart disease.
Pedicure Power: 4 Healthy Reasons to Pamper Your Feet
Discover the benefits of some extra footcare and learn how to achieve the perfect pedicure at home.
How to Relieve Stress During a Pandemic
You may be experiencing a chronic state of stress activation known as “allostatic load.” Our experts offer five techniques to help you de-stress and re-center.
PUMPING IRONY: The Kids Are Alright?
Some evidence suggests that young people are carrying the virus into their multigenerational households, triggering the pandemic’s recent surge. Does that mean we should cancel visits from our grandson?
8 Factors That Age Us Prematurely — and What We Can Do About Them
Some of our daily habits may be doing more harm than good when it comes to how we age. Discover some basic lifestyle shifts that can slow the effects of this natural process.
6 Misconceptions About Blood Pressure to Rethink
It’s time to cut through the confusion about this common health metric.
An Anti-Racist Media Resource List
Our staff weighs in with some of their favorite anti-racist books, podcasts, movies, classes, and series.
5 Ways to Spot a Bad Supplement
Look for these ingredients to avoid.
PUMPING IRONY: Calm Amid the Storm
A pair of new studies suggests that my geezer compatriots — those of us who are still alive, anyway — are actually coping with the pandemic a lot better than you might expect.
Shrimp and Corn Sheet-Pan Boil
With simple ingredients and four easy steps, you’re only a half hour away from this at-home take on a summer seafood boil.
5 Easy Ways to Upgrade Your Diet
Eating healthy can be easy — yet overcomplex science often steers us away from getting started. Here are some simple modifications you can implement when it comes elevating your personal nutrition.
How to Build Love and Trust During a Pandemic
Relationship coach and author Margot Schulman offers practices for building resiliency and deepening our relationships during the coronavirus pandemic and beyond.
Can Garlic Help Heal the Gut?
Turns out garlic is great for ulcers, food poisoning, and gut dysbiosis. Here’s why — and how to get more garlic in your diet.
10 Kid’s Activities to Bust Summer Boredom
Summer 2020 may look a little different, but there are plenty of ways to keep your kids active, entertained, and educated at home.
10 Staple Ingredients + 2 Ways to Use Them
Discover which long-lasting items to keep on hand to easily mix-and-match for multiple healthy meals.
Summer Skies Smoothie Bowl
Discover the health benefits of blue spirulina and how to make this decadent yet healthy breakfast (or snack!) at home.
How to Up Your Skateboarding Game
Take your skateboarding skills to a gnarly new level with these pro tips.
Masks and Exercise: What You Need to Know About Working Out Safely and Effectively
The Life Time Training team offers insights, tips, and reminders to help you adjust to mask-wearing during exercise.
Curcumin: Health Benefits of Turmeric’s Most Powerful Compound
This medicinal botanical is one of the oldest, most studied, and safest on the planet.
How to Make a Reed Diffuser (VIDEO)
Forget scented candles. Learn the steps to make this simple DIY reed diffuser — and fill your home with healthy fragrances all year long.
12 Quick Preworkout and Postworkout Snacks
Go light before your workout — and try to eat a postworkout snack within an hour or two of your workout for recovery.
6 Reasons to Use Vegan Protein Powder
Why it might be for you — even if you’re not vegan.
Dr. Mark Hyman’s UltraBath
This key component of Mark Hyman’s UltraSimple program can assist your body in expelling toxins and tamping down inflammation and cravings.
PUMPING IRONY: Wedding-Bell Blues
Our daughter is planning a big wedding this fall, despite the surging pandemic. This is forcing her geezer parents to make some heartbreaking decisions.
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: Start Where You Are
While running with Olympian Carrie Tollefson, our fitness editor rekindles her love of an old pastime.
5 Healthy On-the-Go Breakfasts
Short on time? Fuel your day with one of these portable, make-ahead meals.
Why Strength Matters for Weight Loss
Discover the impact strength training can have on your weight-loss efforts — plus how it can benefit other areas of your health.
Adaptive Athlete: A Q&A With Paralympian Joe Delagrave
After a boating accident left him paralyzed at 19, one athlete found his passion in wheelchair rugby — and encouraging others to overcome obstacles.
IHRSA: “Research Shows Health Clubs Safer Than You Think”
The global leader in the health and fitness industry shares the latest findings about the risk of COVID-19 transmission in fitness centers.
Does Muscle Mass Equal Heart Health?
Greater muscle mass is associated with a lower risk of cardiovascular disease, according to a recent study.
The Sugar-Depression Connection
Consuming sugar can lead to body-wide inflammation, microbiome disruption, insulin resistance, and more.
Nice Cream Three Ways
This nice cream uses just a few simple ingredients to create a healthier version of your favorite summertime treat — no ice cream maker necessary.
Self-Care for Activists
Self-care is not escapism: It’s a way to remain present, connected, and committed. Here’s how to battle burnout if you’re an activist.
How to Select Safe Fitness Supplements
There are so many fitness supplements to choose from. Here are six tips to make sure you’re picking the right one for you.
Should You Test Your Bone Density?
A bone-density test is the gold standard for diagnosing osteoporosis — and can help you assess your risk of fracture.
Family Activity Night: Community Cheer
Feel good while doing good with these three projects that encourage kids to give back.
Next-Gen Conservation
How technology is helping scientists monitor and protect wildlife habitats and species.
Why Whey Is One of the Best Sources of Protein
Discover the many health benefits of whey, plus how much to use and when.
PUMPING IRONY: A Painful Transformation?
My neighbor’s long-sought surgery tempers my desire to see COVID-19 remodel the American healthcare system.
A Life Time Adventure
How three Life Time members trained to summit Mount Kilimanjaro — and raise awareness for their clean water nonprofit.
Can Cabbage Juice Help Heal the Gut?
Turns out cabbage juice is great for peptic ulcers. Here’s why — and how to get more cabbage juice in your diet.
Can Drinking Kombucha Help Me Lose Weight?
Get the scoop on this trendy tea — including the ways it could benefit your health and what to watch out for in store-bought varieties.
5 Tips to Become a Better Listener
Here’s how to hone your listening skills.
7 Reasons Meat Matters for Health
For those who choose to eat meat, it offers a variety of nutritious benefits that support health and fitness.
Attending to Distraction
The swirl of life and its accompanying emotions can leave us feeling unfocused and frazzled — and also teach us a thing or two if we’re willing to listen.
Your Questions, Answered: How is the LifeSpa helping to protect guests during services?
Learn the safety and cleanliness precautions we’re taking at the LifeSpa to help keep you safe while still enjoying our hair, skin, nail, and massage services.
Summer Camp at Life Time: A Sneak Peek
What to expect when you sign your kids up for some healthy summer fun at Life Time.
Should I Use a Caffeine Supplement When I Work Out?
It depends. Here is the case for caffeine supplements — and some safety concerns as well.
The Food-Additive Loophole
There are thousands of additives — chemical preservatives, flavorings, thickening agents, and more — in our food supply. The FDA simply can’t keep up.
Almond-Crusted Tilapia
Use seasoned almond flour instead of bread crumbs to crust fish or chicken. Make a large batch of any of these seasoned flours and store in the refrigerator.
Why Standing Desks Are Here to Stay
You’ve likely heard sitting is the new smoking, but do you know just how problematic it can be? Learn why you may want to embrace standing desks, walking meetings, and other forms of fitting in movement throughout the day.
Steak Bites With Sweet Potatoes and Peppers
Protein, veggies, and starchy carbohydrates come together to make this all-in-one meal.
The Qigong Workout
This stress-busting routine harnesses movement and breath to open your mind and invigorate your body.
Creatine: Why This Supplement Is Not Just for Bodybuilders
Creatine is one of the most well-researched supplements available — yet there are many misconceptions that surround it. Learn what’s true, what’s false, and how creatine could benefit your health.
The Power of Play
Why cutting loose is so good for our mental and physical health — and how to do it more often.
5 Gut-Healing Supplements
These supplements provide extra support when you’re experiencing digestive symptoms — or working to keep them at bay.
Fire-Cider Wellness Shot
Try this spicy DIY wellness shot to boost your immune system.
How to Fuel Up Before and After Your Workout
A look at the best things to eat pre- and postworkout.
6 Critical Nutrients You Might Be Lacking
Your health depends on supporting your body with the right levels of nutrients. Learn which ones you’re most likely to be lacking — and how you can best boost your supply.
The Ultimate Guide to Low Back Pain
Plus, a strength-program to help you recover from low back pain.
How to Fuel Up Before and After Your Workout
A look at the best things to eat pre- and postworkout.
The Pros and Cons of Caffeine
Michael Pollan on the health benefits of “the world’s most widely used psychoactive drug.”
Amy Zellmer’s Success Story
After suffering a traumatic brain injury, one woman spent years trying to recover. In the process, she became a nationwide advocate for TBI survivors.
How to Buy and Store Tilapia
Widely available and affordable, this mild whitefish pairs nicely with just about everything.
Avocado Boats
Using healthy fats as your base, this is a fun twist on an easy-to-make breakfast.
The Primal Move Workout
Based on the movements of young children, this play-based primal workout puts the fun back into fitness.
4 Tips for Offering a Sincere and Meaningful Apology
When you’re in the wrong, a sincere apology can go a long way toward healing your relationships — and yourself. Here’s how to offer a real apology.
On Courage & Freedom
As we celebrate our nation’s independence, we have an opportunity to uphold our responsibility to protect our democracy.
Balancing Your Sex Hormones
This group of hormones can impact everything from fertility and libido to weight management and mood. Learn the role they play and how to tell if they’re off, plus seven strategies to help keep them balanced.
How Antioxidants Can Slow Free-Radical Damage
Your cells take a beating from free radicals. Antioxidants help you fight back.
How to Upgrade Your Lunch
We gave three food-savvy nutritionists a challenge: Take three predictable lunches and turn them into healthy, energizing meals.
Conscious Eating
Maybe the thing your appetite craves isn’t more food, but more attention. Here’s how to eat intuitively.
How to Harness Your Personal Power
Explorations on the true nature of personal power: Where it comes from, how it works, and how to wield it well.
Red, White, and Blue Parfait
Homemade granola, fresh berries, and Greek yogurt layer together for a festive breakfast, snack, or midday treat.
How to Do the Kettlebell Swing
Master this dynamic move to build full-body strength and power.
Twyla Tharp Shares Her Wisdom
The legendary choreographer on putting your best foot forward at any age.
Haunted Housing
Unlike residents of government-regulated nursing homes and assisted-living facilities, seniors in public housing have had to deal with COVID-19 on their own. It’s not going well.
Fitness Supplements 101
Here are 4 go-to fitness supplements to help you get better, stronger, and faster.
Resistant Starch: Why You Need More of This “Good” Carb
Fearful of carbs? Learn why this may be one you want to embrace.
The Benefits of Spiritual Practice
Maggie Lyon’s top 10 benefits of spiritual practice.
4 Aloe-Vera Uses
This succulent plant can do so much more than soothe sunburn. Try one of these methods to put aloe vera to good use.
6 Tips to Help You Stay Hydrated
Take water breaks, skip the ice, cook with high-quality sea salt — plus, three more tips to help you stay hydrated.
NATURAL MENTAL HEALTH: 7 Ways to Boost Serotonin Levels — and Your Mood — This Summer
When the temperature rises, serotonin levels may fall, along with your mood. Turn down the heat with these Ayurveda-inspired tips.
7 Warning Signs of Under-Recovery
Plus, what you can to do to recover better.
For the Love of Summer
No-cook summer meals, escapist reads, outdoor fitness — plus so many more ways to make the most of summer!
How to Strengthen Your Bones
We often forget about our skeletons, but they are essential to multiple aspects of our health.
7 Gut-Healing Foods
What you eat can help relieve digestive symptoms and build a more resilient gut.
Ready for Anything: Allyson Felix
The Olympic champion shares what she’s learned so far about motherhood, success, and adapting to uncertainty.
4 Art Parks to See
Art parks and sculpture gardens invite you to get into nature and move your body while enjoying their remarkable collections. Here are four to visit.
Super Cold Brew
What makes it super? Hint: It comes in chocolate and vanilla, and can help you recover from the wear and tear of tough workouts.
5 High-Protein Meals
Easy to make (and kid friendly!) meals to lessen at-home menu fatigue.
What’s the Future of the COVID-19 Pandemic?
Leading epidemiologist Michael Osterholm, PhD, MPH, outlines what we need to do to eradicate the coronavirus pandemic.
PUMPING IRONY: Dwindling Options
The recent shuttering of the clinic we’ve relied upon for years reminds me of the many ways the pandemic has hindered access to healthcare across the country.
4 Tips for Foraging
Foraging for the first time can be intimidating, but there are many ways to ease into the adventure.
The Afterburn Effect: Excess Post-Exercise Oxygen Consumption
Wondering if it’s actually possible to burn calories after your workout? Learn what “the afterburn effect” really is and what it could mean for your training sessions.
13 Reasons Why Drinking Water Matters
From joint health to energy production to skin health, here’s why you should drink water.
The Meaning of Grief
Grief expert David Kessler explains the importance of the “sixth stage of grief.”
Pickled Red Onions
These pickles add an acidic crisp bite to any meal.
One-Day Wonders
Derek Dellinger explored America’s most awe-inspiring landscapes to help us all reconnect with nature.
How to Buy and Store Rhubarb
This tart, tangy spring veggie is good for so much more than pie.
Almond Seed Crackers
You can always purchase your favorite nut- or seed-based crackers for a summer spread, but these four-ingredient crackers are a cinch to make.
Creamy Spinach and White-Bean Dip
This garlicky vegan dip features creamy cannellini beans, fresh spinach, and chopped rosemary.
Quick Ways to Get Out in Nature
Whether you have five minutes, 20 minutes, two hours, or all day, here are some ways to get outside.
Peach Chutney
Use fresh peaches, ginger, and turmeric to make this sweet-and- spicy chutney.
Growth Hormone: The Ultimate Guide
Many lifestyle factors affect this important hormone — and there’s a lot you can do to optimize it in your own body.
Measuring Body Weight
Have a weight-loss goal? Learn what makes up your body weight — and why you want to use methods outside of the scale to measure your progress.
Fish Tacos With Mango Salsa and Lime Sauce
Flaky grilled fish, fresh salsa, and creamy sauce makes this the perfect summer dinner.
How to Fillet a Fish
A few simple steps — and a sharp knife — can help you cut a perfect fillet.
Your Questions, Answered: How is Life Time optimizing its HVAC system to prevent the spread of COVID-19?
Learn how we’re improving the air quality to keep you safe in our health clubs.
PUMPING IRONY: The Quarantine Quandary
A long-delayed visit with a septuagenarian friend reminds me how pandemic-induced isolation can threaten our well-being nearly as much as the virus itself.
Can EMDR Change Your Brain?
Why eye movement desensitization and reprocessing — or EMDR — may help treat trauma.
Which Sunscreen Is Right for You?
Tips to help you pick the right sunscreen.
13 Ways to Get Back Into Your Club Routine
A little guidance for re-establishing healthy habits and a solid regimen post-quarantine.
7 Dairy Foods That Are Easier to Digest
Because lactose intolerance or sensitivity is so common, we recommend dairy products that pose fewer digestive difficulties. These are the ones we reach for most often.
Is an Elimination Diet Right for You?
Learn how this temporary eating approach could help you determine which foods are best for your body — and which ones are not.
How to Turn the Tide Against Plastic
Try a water flosser, say no to thermal-paper receipts, and 10 other ways to fight plastic.
I’m a Registered Dietitian and I’m Pregnant — Here’s What I Eat
Using food to nourish your body is always important, but perhaps even more so during pregnancy. Here’s a look at how I’m fueling my body for the health of myself and my baby.
How to Use Nut Pulp
Wondering what to do with all the pulp left over from making homemade nut milk? Here are some tips — and recipes — to put nut pulp to good use.
3 Tips to Help You Find Real Honey
If you’re trying to find the best honey, make sure it’s raw, local, and single-source. Here’s why.
No-Bake Cookie Dough Bars
Tastes just like cookie dough but without all of the extra added sugar — plus a boost of protein so they can serve as a snack.
Brinner Bowl
Running out of dinner ideas? Try this breakfast-for-dinner dish.
Roasted Garlic Cashew “Chèvre” With Crudités
Soaked raw cashews provide the “cheese” in this creamy dip.
Why Balance is Key to a Boosted Immune System
A recent study published in the British Medical Journal reviews the connection between immunity, nutrition, and the novel coronavirus.
PUMPING IRONY: What, Me Worry?
Recent research suggests that guys my age and older need to ramp up our anxiety about the pandemic even though we’ve long been told that a carefree approach to life is what keeps us healthy.
NATURAL MENTAL HEALTH: Why Spending Time Outside Is Essential to Our Mental Health
Integrative psychiatrist Henry Emmons, MD, on why nature is essential to our mental well-being.
How a Break in Routine Can Bring Out the Best in Fitness
Mixing up her workout routine with Zumba classes, our fitness editor discovers new steps to fitness.
COMING CLEAN: When Your Community Is in Pain
It’s time to do the work on creating racial equality, says our managing editor, if we want to improve community health and see vitality for all.
Renewed Responsibility
Even in the most trying times, there is an opportunity for growth.
5 Reasons Joining a Health Club or Gym is More Important Than Ever
Being healthy and fit can be a powerful protector against illness. Discover how a health club or gym could be a critical source of support in your endeavors.
PUMPING IRONY: Hoping for the Best?
You’d think geezers like me could rest a lot easier once a COVID-19 vaccine comes down the pike, but experts suggest it may not work much better than the annual flu shot.
Olive Tapenade
Blend together five ingredients — kalamata olives, capers, garlic, fresh thyme, and extra-virgin olive oil — and you have a great spread for crackers.
How Walking Improves Sleep
A short daily walk may improve your slumber, according to a recent study.
Can Psychedelics Change Your Brain?
New research is exploring how natural and synthetic psychedelics affect the brain.
6 Ways to Take Your Fitness Outdoors
Amp up your fitness regimen this summer by complementing your indoor routine with a new favorite outdoor activity.
Zinc: The Mineral You Didn’t Know You Needed
Zinc may be a micromineral, but its impact on your body is major. Learn nine ways it impacts your health and how to optimize your levels.
How to Surf Better
Expert advice and drills to enhance your surfing skills and enjoyment.
The Health Benefits of Real Honey
The nutritional power of honey is well established. By buying local, you can support regional ecosystems and your neighborhood bees.
The Health Risks of Gluten and Symptoms of Gluten Sensitivity
Discover why gluten is problematic for so many of us — and what you can do avoid it.
How to Do a Handstand
Hone your alignment and body awareness to confidently embrace inversions with this comprehensive guide.
How to Start Foraging
Tap into your hunter-gatherer roots by learning to find and eat these five wild plants (plus, three recipes to try with your findings!).
The Ultimate Guide to Healthy Blood Sugar
Many of us are at risk of blood-sugar imbalance — whether you’re aware of it or not. Here’s everything to know about blood sugar, including the habits you can implement to control it.
Lucy Croft’s Success Story
Discovering a passion for fitness instruction helped one woman better manage her chronic fatigue syndrome.
Curry Roasted Almonds
Toasted cumin seeds complement the curry powder in these toasted almonds, and maple syrup adds a touch of sweetness.
How to Help a Friend Struggling With Depression
When someone near you is suffering, it can be challenging to maintain a bright outlook. Here’s how to rise above the emotional tide.
10 Genius Ways to Use Protein Powder
Shakes and smoothies are great options, but there are plenty of other creative ways to sneak more high-quality protein into your go-to meals and snacks.
Finding Your Way
In light of the current circumstances, each of us has the opportunity to slow down, reassess, and get clear about what we value in life.
Strong, Fast & Fit: Part II — Month 6 Moves (VIDEO)
See the moves in action for month 6 of our Strong, Fast & Fit program.
The Connection Between Health and Happiness
Want to live a happy, healthy life? Take a look at what brings us happiness, as well as ways to eat, train, and live happily.
How to Create Your Own Charcuterie Board
A charcuterie board offers a medley of flavors and textures — and is a tasty, minimal-effort dinner option that’s ideal for the season.
The Problem With Plastic — and What We Can Do About It
People have done without plastics for most of history. In the interest of human and planetary health, we can again — if we’re willing to shift our buying habits and push for large-scale change.
Are You an Overapologizer?
Knowing how to apologize is important, but doing it too often can be harmful for your relationships. Here’s how to say sorry and connect with others from a place of confidence.
Your Questions, Answered: What Are Some Simple Things I Can Do for My Gut Health?
Most of us have heard that good digestive health is key to overall health. While there are a lot of approaches to consider, there are a few new non-negotiables to start with.
Strong, Fast & Fit: Bringing It Home (Part II, Month 6)
We’re pulling out the power moves for an explosive ending to our half-year workout program.
Do You Suffer From Imposter Syndrome?
How to stop imposter syndrome from sabotaging your success — and your happiness.
Chewy Snack Bars
Running out of ideas — or time — to make snacks for your kids? Make a batch of these to keep on hand.
6 Reasons to Choose Full-Fat Dairy
Despite decades of hype, low-fat or fat- free dairy products simply don’t deliver the health benefits of full-fat varieties.
Blended Coffee
Skip a trip to the coffee shop and make your own fancy (but easy!) drink at home.
Sea Change: Liz Clark
Captain Liz Clark shares what she’s learned from her solo voyage.
How to Change Your Brain
5 ways to boost cognitive health.
Veggie Roll-Ups
Running out of lunch ideas? These three-ingredient roll-ups are quick, easy, and healthy.
5 Tips for Staying Healthy When You’re Back at Work
Returning to a work setting after sheltering in place? These five do’s and don’ts can help you maintain your health as you transition back into a routine.
How to Use a 5K to Measure Your Progress – Whether You’re a Runner or Not
Training for a 5K can be a great way to achieve and maintain higher levels of fitness, endurance, and strength — whether you’re a runner or not.
4 Great Foodie Cities
Here are four cities that aren’t known for their food scenes — but ought to be.
4 Picnic Recipes Perfect for a Holiday Weekend
Enjoy these bright and tasty dishes alfresco — all of which can be made ahead of time for quick grilling or serving.
Your Questions, Answered: Which Condiments Are Best?
A Life Time dietitian offers advice for healthier options to add flavor to your favorite foods.
Buffalo Chicken Dip
Three ingredients and a slow cooker are all you need to create this tasty, crowd-pleasing snack.
Breakfast Brownie
Dessert for breakfast? Made with chocolate protein, healthy fats, and other good-for-you ingredients, you can feel good about starting your day with these brownies.
How to Help Children Handle the Stress of Coronavirus
Four experts weigh in on child and family behavior amid the global pandemic.
6 Common Misconceptions About Metabolism
Can you get stuck with a “slow” metabolism? Should you eat every two hours? Sift through six widely-accepted myths and learn what you really can do to boost your metabolism.
What Trapper Steinle Eats to Fuel His Fitness
There’s no one-size-fits-all formula for fueling your fitness endeavors. Here’s how Trapper Steinle powers and recovers from his workout.
5 Tips to Create a Healthier Social-Media Feed
It is possible to use social media to support the life you want to live. Consider these expert tips for a more mindful online experience.
What Is Herd Immunity, Anyway?
The concept of herd immunity is a growing part of the conversation about resolving the coronavirus pandemic. Infectious-disease researcher Daniel Altmann, PhD, offers insights on what it really means.
PUMPING IRONY: Crime and Punishment
With our grandson suddenly testing boundaries — and challenging our rusty child-rearing skills — we find ourselves hearkening back to some time-tested wisdom.
Digging In
A backyard garden can connect us to the past — and channel hope for the future.
What Is Diastasis Recti — and How Can I Heal From It?
Munira Hudani, PT, is on a mission to reframe how we think and talk about diastasis recti, a condition that is common after pregnancy and involves the linea alba. In this interview, she shares what it is, how it’s caused, and how to heal it.
Avocado Chocolate Mousse With Cacao Nibs
This luscious dairy-free chocolate mousse is made with avocados, full-fat coconut milk, maple syrup, and dark chocolate.
How to Buy and Store Eggs
Nutritious and versatile, eggs make a simple addition to almost any meal. Make the most of them with these tips.
What Nick Briney Eats to Fuel His Fitness
There’s no one-size-fits-all formula for fueling your fitness endeavors. Here’s how Nick Briney powers and recovers from his workout.
A Women’s Guide: 5 Practical Ways to Balance Hormones
An imbalance in hormones can be to blame for weight gain and other unwanted symptoms — and learning to balance them is often people’s secret to success.
How to Plan and Prepare Meals for Your Week
With a little forward thinking, you can save time and money — and avoid stress — while eating healthier throughout the week.
DIY Seasoning Blends
Don’t have garam masala or taco seasoning on hand? Learn to mix up your own blend using the herbs and spices in your pantry.
What Steph Gaudreau Eats to Fuel Her Fitness
There’s no one-size-fits-all formula for fueling your fitness endeavors. Here’s how Steph Gaudreau powers and recovers from her workout.
The Health Benefits and Risks of Drinking Alcohol
Should alcohol be part of your healthy lifestyle, or could it be doing you more damage than good? Learn the health benefits and risks.
5 Ways to Stay Connected While Confined
Loneliness can present a real health threat — especially for the elderly — but everywhere you look, people are finding new ways to engage with one another.
7 Tips for More Good Hair Days
Add these good-for-you practices to your at-home haircare routine.
New Rx for Cancer: Exercise
Why exercise may be just as important as rest and recovery for cancer patients.
3 Ways Sleep Affects Your Metabolism
Poor sleep disrupts metabolic systems and can trigger these three conditions.
5 Markers for a Healthy Immune System
Your immune system and underlying health have never been more important than they are now — but do you know which health markers are most critical to keep healthy?
How to Deal With Pandemic Burnout
A therapist who specializes in burnout offers tips for self-care during a crisis.
PUMPING IRONY: Collateral Damage
Already struggling before the pandemic struck, assisted-living facilities are hanging on for dear life — just like their residents.
Nutritional Support for Your Immune System
What integrative health MDs are recommending right now to build immunity during the COVID-19 outbreak.
What Jason Sweetnam Eats to Fuel His Fitness
There’s no one-size-fits-all formula for fueling your fitness endeavors. Here’s how Jason Sweetnam powers and recovers from his workout.
The High Price of Farming
Small-scale farming is rife with challenges, including finanical instability and higher rates of depression and suicide.
Low Vitamin-D Levels Linked to Increased COVID-19 Death Risk
Coach Sam breaks downs the findings of a recent study that looked at the connection between this vital vitamin and the novel coronavirus.
What Stephanie Herbert Eats to Fuel Her Fitness
There’s no one-size-fits-all formula for fueling your fitness endeavors. Here’s how Stephanie Herbert powers and recovers from her workout.
How to Up Your Volleyball Game
Improve your volleyball skills by learning the art of quick feet and building explosive power.
What Emily Schaldach Eats to Fuel Her Fitness
There’s no one-size-fits-all formula for fueling your fitness endeavors. Here’s how Emily Schaldach powers and recovers from her workout.
The Sauna: 7 Health Benefits and How to Use It
Get healthier while sitting? Normally that’s not the case — but it is when you’re sitting in a sauna.
The Sauna: 7 Health Benefits and How to Use It
Get healthier while sitting? Normally that’s not the case — but it is when you’re sitting in a sauna.
5 Creative Ways to Use Tempeh
Here are five delicious tempeh recipes for Meatless Mondays — or any day of the week.
9 Ways to Help Pollinators
Here are several ways to stem the decline of critical pollinator species.
The 12-Week Comeback Workout Program (Your Post-Quarantine Plan)
Are you ready to get back in shape after sheltering in place? This program will help you rebuild your strength.
PUMPING IRONY: Distant Relations
The modern nuclear family liberated us from the stifling constraints of the traditional multi-generational household, but it has exacted a painful toll on the elderly and is gradually losing its luster.
6 Ways to Eat More Fiber
Make beans the centerpiece of your meals, throw Swiss chard and spinach in your smoothie, and four other ways to amp up your fiber intake.
What Roz “The Diva” Mays Eats to Fuel Her Fitness
There’s no one-size-fits-all formula for fueling your fitness endeavors. Here’s how Roz “The Diva” Mays powers and recovers from her workout.
N-Acetylcysteine: What are the Health Benefits and How Much Should I Take?
A Life Time dietitian looks at the impact N-acetylcysteine can have in our health.
The Audacity to Farm
Leah Penniman is on a mission to debunk the myths about black people’s relationship to the land and help a new generation reclaim its agrarian heritage.
Defining “Healthy Way of Life”
Life Time’s tagline expands the notion of what healthy living truly means.
Quercetin: Health Benefits, Sources, Supplements, and Doses
Quercetin is one of the most potent polyphenols in plants — and it can support your skin, heart, and body composition.
Kale Caesar With Parmesan Crisps
Replace the traditional croutons with crispy Parmesan frico in this creative kale Caesar salad.
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: Out With Earn-and-Burn
Our fitness editor challenges the mindset of exercise as a way to “burn off” your last meal.
Strong, Fast, and Fit: Part II, Month 5 Moves (Video)
See the moves in action for month 5 of our “Strong, Fast & Fit: Part II” workout.
3 Ways to Cultivate a More Meaningful Friendship
Do your friendships seem stuck in superficial ruts? If you crave deeper, richer connections, it may be time to take a few relationship risks.
Your Questions, Answered: How Big of a Deal is Alcohol When it Comes to My Fitness Goals?
Here’s how a Life Time dietitian approaches this subject with clients.
What Jessie Diggins Eats to Fuel Her Fitness
There’s no one-size-fits-all formula for fueling your fitness endeavors. Here’s how Jessie Diggins powers and recovers from her workout.
How to Treat Candida Overgrowth
Yeasts are a natural component of the human microbiome, but when they proliferate, they can lead to misery. Learn what you can do to keep them in check.
How to Create a Food Budget
Learn how to set — and stick to — a food budget with these tips for helping you keep your spending on food, drinks, coffee, and snacks in check.
Nailed It: An Expert Q&A on At-Home Nailcare
Keep your fingers and toes looking great while you’re at home with these manicure and pedicure tips from a LifeSpa pro.
At-Home Swim Exercises for Kids of All Ability Levels
Maintain and even improve your child’s swimming abilities outside of the pool with these practice tips and exercises.
Why Pollinators Matter
Pollinators play a critical role in maintaining ecosystems and human food supplies, but several factors are making it harder for them to do so. You can help in many ways.
Family Activity Night: The Superhero Party!
Have everyone in your family dress up as their favorite superhero and complete these fun crafts and games.
Bobby Howland’s Success Story
Conquering marathons wasn’t enough for this runner, so he found a larger purpose.
8 Ways to Laugh More
Why laughter really is the best medicine — plus tips to laugh more!
Almond-Flour Pizza With Pesto and Peppers
This pizza uses homemade pesto — made with tangy nutritional yeast instead of cheese! — and a gluten-free crust made from almond flour, eggs, coconut oil, and sea salt.
11 Podcasts to Listen to While Sheltering in Place
Looking for a great podcast to pass the time? Our staff weighs in with some of their favorite listens.
PUMPING IRONY: Lessons on the Links
A round of golf under the pandemic’s new rules offers an opportunity to glimpse a slice of post-confinement life — and appreciate the mundane as much as the miraculous.
What Shaun T Eats to Fuel His Fitness
There’s no one-size-fits-all formula for fueling your fitness endeavors. Here’s how Shaun T powers and recovers from his workout.
Meet Your Farmers
Small-scale farming has never been more challenging. These six resilient growers describe how their connection with the earth — and their customers — keeps them inspired.
8 Insights Into the Emotional Journey of Weight Loss
When it comes to weight loss, emotional barriers can be the hardest kind to overcome. Learn from the insights and experiences of others to help guide you on your own journey.
Your Questions, Answered: Digestive Enzymes — Do I Need Them?
Because our natural production or function of digestive enzymes and acids can be blunted for various reasons, many people may feel and function better when supplementing with enzymes.
Can Social Media Encourage Disordered Eating Habits?
Social media can be a helpful health tool, a dangerous influence, or something in between. Is your feed supporting you?
How to Do the Kettlebell Windmill
Focus on your form to achieve the benefits of this stretching and strengthening exercise. Explore four variations of the move for an enhanced workout experience
The Food-Sleep Connection
When it comes to metabolic health, sleep plays an unexpectedly powerful role. At the same time, our food choices also have a big impact on how we sleep — or don’t.
5 Supplements for Mental Health
Here are some key supplements to give your mental health a boost.
How to Live Through Uncertain Times
Strategies for reframing fear and enjoying life in the face of anxiety.
Strong, Fast & Fit: Building Strength (Part II, Month 5)
The name of the game this month is strength.
Behind the Scenes With Seamus Mullen
Go behind the scenes with chef Seamus Mullen to learn how real food saved his life.
10 Tips for Making the Most of Your Grocery-Store Buys
With a little guidance, you can make your food budget — and purchases — stretch a little further.
Family Activity Night: Colorful Spring Crafts and Games
Embrace the joy of this season by trying these fun activities at home.
5 Ways to Enjoy a Spa Day at Home
Practice some much-needed self-care with these DIY tips and recipes that call for items you likely already have in your pantry.
3 Healthy-Living Experts’ Favorite Shake Recipes
Looking for a convenient way to get a balance of nutrients into your diet? Try these body-fueling shake recipes from three healthy-living experts.
9 Easy Recipe Substitutions to Make Your Meals Healthier
You don’t need to transform your whole diet to eat healthier. These small shifts can make your meals more nutritious — and more satisfying.
A Recipe for Healing: Seamus Mullen
When award-winning chef and restaurateur Seamus Mullen changed his mindset about food, it ultimately changed his health, his career, and his life.
Top 3 Supplements That Support Gut Health
What are the best gut-health supplements? How do they support digestive function? Why does gut health even matter? Find out.
5 Life-Changing Questions to Ask Yourself Every Day
In difficult or stressful times it’s easy to judge, complain, excuse, or blame. Learn how to improve your mindset and decisions by asking yourself these five questions.
PUMPING IRONY: Safety First?
Regular visits from our grandson have suddenly required more careful consideration even as the lessons he teaches us become increasingly more poignant.
How to Stay Active When Sheltering in Place
Here are some ideas to help you and your loved ones stay fit and have fun while social distancing.
5 Ways to Release Resentment
Learn effective strategies to overcome resentment and let go of grudges with these expert tips.
4 Supplements to Boost Liver Health
Try these antioxidants and herbs to help your liver improve its detoxifying capabilities.
Honey-Fermented Garlic
This pungent treat is full of liver-supporting alliums and bacteria to aid your gut microbiome. Spoon the honey and garlic over roasted vegetables, add it to salad dressings, or stir it into blended soups or grain salads.
6 Health Benefits of Gardening
Tending to your garden may help cultivate calm, strengthen immunity, and build community.
Why a Calorie Isn’t Just a Calorie
All calories are not created equal. We take a close look at the factors that set them apart — and how they influence your health.
31 Healthy Habits to Embrace While Social Distancing
Navigating change and building resiliency starts with healthy habits.
The Contemplative Art of Fly-Fishing
Fly-fishing is a meditative activity that deepens your connection with nature, fellow anglers, and yourself.
Which Health Conditions Do Probiotics Help?
IBS, leaky gut syndrome, and mood disorders are just some of the conditions probiotics may help treat.
Arugula Salad With Chive Vinaigrette
The cruciferous veggies in this salad — arugula and cabbage — contain glucosinolates, which feature sulfur that supports liver function.
Uncovering Natural Awareness
Renowned meditation teacher and author Diana Winston shares tips for cultivating a more wakeful state.
6 Food Combos to Optimize Nutrient Absorption
Learn how to pair foods to get the most nutrition from your meals.
How to Lift Weights Mindfully
Here’s how to turn lifting weights into an integrated mind-body exercise.
3 Supplements That Support Weight Loss
Don’t get confused with which supplements to take for weight loss — Life Time Training explains why multivitamins, fish oil, and protein are top choices.
PUMPING IRONY: Coffee Klatch
Ritual can help ease our anxiety during uncertain times, even if it involves grinding your own beans.
How to Buy and Store Arugula
Also called rocket or rucola, this green offers the ample nutritional benefits of a cruciferous vegetable.
Why It’s OK to Give Up the Fitness Guilt
This time of social distancing can be an opportunity to let go of all the exercise “shoulds” and instead discover what really moves you.
How Do I Find the Right Probiotic Supplement for Me?
Not all probiotics — or gut microbiomes — are created equal. Here’s how to find the right probiotic for you.
9 Strength-Training Benefits For Health, Fitness, and Anti-Aging
Strength training benefits all ages and fitness abilities. Here’s why I consider it the most important type of exercise.
Winter Salad
Winter produce may seem scarce, but this recipe makes the most of what’s available to form a vibrant and flavorful salad.
6 Projects for a Weekend at Home
Consider one of these projects to make good use of your downtime.
Roasted Artichokes With Tahini-Yogurt Sauce
Artichokes are rich in antioxidants and also have choleretic effects, meaning they help stimulate bile production and aid digestion.
Moving Meditations: 3 Stretches to Increase Your Body Awareness
Three stretches to help you increase your body awareness.
How to Repot a Plant
Give your plant a new home with this step-by-step guide.
The Stress Response May Start In Your Bones
Why the flight-or-fight response is about more than adrenaline.
How to Run Mindfully
Here’s how to turn running into an integrated mind–body exercise.
Here’s What 30 Grams of Protein Looks Like
Wondering how much protein you actually need? Learn more about this macronutrient and how to get it from healthy sources.
Can’t I Just Get the Probiotics I Need From Food?
Even if you eat a high-quality diet, you might want to supplement with a probiotic. Here’s why.
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: Rethinking Before and After
It’s possible to grow — as an athlete and a person — without trying to control the outcome.
The Importance of Nutrient-Dense Food and Bioavailability
You aren’t “what you eat” — you’re what you digest and absorb. Our expert reveals how to get the most nutrition from your food.
Orange Chicken With Cauliflower Stir-Fry Rice
Better than takeout — and (bonus!) it’s gluten-free, too.
How to Prep an Artichoke
Four easy steps to prep an artichoke.
Vision Forward
Tools to help us create the future we want using lessons from the past and present.
Low Testosterone: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions
Low testosterone is more common than people realize — in both men and women. Here’s what you need to know, so you know what to do.
PUMPING IRONY: Season’s Greetings
Who knew that our springtime of social isolation could spark so much conviviality?
What You Need to Know About Professional Hair Color vs. Box Color
Learn the differences between professional hair color and box color to help you decide which method is right for your hair — and your budget.
7 Tips for Longer-Lasting Hair Color
A top stylist shares her recommendations for making your hair color last, so you can enjoy richer, brighter color for longer.
Understanding the Environmental Consequences of Concrete
Pavement is ubiquitous in our cities, but its use can harm human health and the environment. Learn about innovative urban designs that may curb the impact of climate change.
How to Let Go of Grudges
Clinging to resentment may feel like self-defense, but more often it’s a form of self- destruction. Learn how to set yourself free.
How to Stock a Healthy Fridge
A dietitian’s guide for how to clean, stock, and organize your refrigerator to help make healthy eating easier.
Sleeping During Stressful Times
Cucumber-Pineapple Smoothie
Cucumber and pineapple are naturally hydrating foods, so they can help your liver and kidneys clear toxins from your body. Pineapple is also the only major dietary source of the enzyme bromelain, which helps your body digest protein.
How Do I Identify a Quality Probiotic Supplement?
The FDA doesn’t regulate supplements, but here are some tips to suss out a quality probiotic.
Strong, Fast, and Fit: Part II, Month 4 Moves (Video)
See how to do the moves for month 4 of our “Strong, Fast & Fit: Part II” six-month workout program.
Keto: Health Benefits, Cautions, and Controversies | The Ultimate Guide
This is your comprehensive guide to the ketogenic diet: Discover the health benefits without the hype, the risks without the hysteria, and the mistakes people often make.
Words of Wisdom
A collection of wisdom from health-and-wellness leaders to help you build resiliency and navigate the chaos of life during the pandemic.
Cynthia Li’s Success Story
Diagnosed with a baffling autoimmune illness, this physician had to question her medical training to find a path to healing.
Guiding Perspective
We all lead and follow in different aspects of our lives. To make the most of these opportunities, let’s do them both with intention.
COVID-19 and You: A Healthier Look at the Current Crisis
The coronavirus crisis is extremely concerning, but there is a healthier way to understand it and what you can do to help overcome the pandemic.
Family Activity Night: Super Builder Challenge
Grab some building blocks and try this fun — and competitive — at-home activity for the whole family.
How to Build Body Awareness Using Fitness
The ability to tune in and focus on how you move and feel during your workouts can help you function at peak levels — in the gym and beyond.
Sleep Yourself Well
Why sleep is vital to your mental health.
What You Need to Know About Your Thyroid
Meet your thyroid, a delicate little gland located at the front of your throat. It controls how every cell in your body turns food and oxygen into energy — and that can mean big trouble if your thyroid goes on the fritz.
Coffee: Health Benefits, Brewing Methods, and Busted Myths
Confused about coffee? Some say it’s bad for you, some say it’s good. Learn about the health benefits, plus a bit about the beverage’s history.
Fiber: Why It Matters More Than You Think
It’s famous for improving regularity and helping lower cholesterol. But dietary fiber also performs other key roles that might surprise you, affecting everything from your skin to your gallbladder, heart and immunity.
How to Eliminate Tolerations
When we stop putting up with the small annoyances in our daily lives, we create room for more of what makes us feel great.
Creamy Cauliflower Soup
Leeks, garlic, and other alliums contain prebiotics, an indigestible fiber that provides critical support for your gut microbiome and digestive health.
PUMPING IRONY: Falling Apart, Coming Together
A brief outing to the grocery store demonstrates how the current pandemic can both test and heal us — if we remain open to all its lessons.
The Everyday Liver Detox
Liver-rescue protocols abound, but daily support of this detoxifying organ is a better way to protect your health. These lifestyle and nutritional strategies come expert- recommended.
Blood Flow Restriction Training: What Is It? How Does It Work?
Blood flow restriction training isn’t just for serious athletes. This style can benefit older adults, those rehabbing injuries, or individuals looking to reap new benefits from their fitness routine.
Strong, Fast & Fit: Turn Up The Volume (Part II, Month 4)
Build serious muscle this month with our amped-up, four-day lifting schedule.
A Path to Self-Forgiveness
How to stop self-loathing and learn to forgive yourself.
A Science-Backed Guide To Working Out When You’re Sick
If you’re not feeling well or are fighting off an illness, you may need to temporarily shift your exercise plan.
Sleep: Your Guide to a Better Brain and Body
Sleep debt can cause catastrophic effects on your body and mind. Here’s what happens when when you miss out on sleep — plus how to get more of it.
Are You Reacting to MSG?
A list of symptoms commonly associated with reactions to MSG.
Low Thyroid or Hypothyroidism: Causes, Symptoms and Solutions
When the thyroid gland isn’t functioning optimally, it can cause weight gain, digestive issues, hair loss and more. Find out how to tell if you may have thyroid issues.
How to Do the Sumo Squat
Add variety to your lower-body workout routine with this wide-stance squat variation. Discover seven variations, including the advanced Steinborn squat, that will challenge your leg strength.
Your Questions, Answered: How Can I Be Sure I Get Enough Water?
A Life Time dietitian offers her best tips for fitting in enough ounces throughout the day.
Everything You Need to Know About Probiotics
Why are probiotics so popular? Are all supplements equally effective? Can I get enough friendly bacteria from food? Health experts address these and other common questions.
12 Strategies for Self-Care While Social Distancing
Here are some tips for staying sane during the COVID-19 outbreak.
7 Steps to Build Household-Chores Equity With Your Partner
For many couples, the majority of domestic tasks tend to fall to one partner. Sharing the labor can build equity — and enhance your relationship.
Behind the Scenes With Mario Rigby
Go behind the scenes with modern-day explorer Mario Rigby as he talks about traveling the world — and finding his sense of self.
How to Up Your Trail Running Game
Trail running offers a unique blend of mental and physical training. These expert tips can help you stay injury-free and enjoy fitness gains.
Nourish Your Body with These 5 Whole-Foods Detox Recipes
You don’t need a juice cleanse to rid your body of unwanted toxins. These recipes support your body’s natural detoxification systems.
Step Outside the Box: Mario Rigby
Mario Rigby shares what he learned from his long-distance treks to inspire others to become more adventurous.
High-Quality Multivitamins: Why You Need Them and How to Shop for Good Ones
Wondering why you need a high-quality multivitamin? Or how to identify quality ones from the rest? Learn about the power of this supplement.
How to Lower Your Financial Anxiety
Nearly everyone has experienced money issues, but for some, fretting over finances becomes full-bore anxiety. These three expert tips can help ease your worries.
5 Ways Your Body Tells You It’s Toxic
Our bodies are pretty good at letting us know when something is off. See if one of these signs might be indicating that it’s time to detox.
The Minimalist Workout
This DIY workout offers a strength and cardio challenge — with no gym, no weights, and almost no space required.
8 Recipes Using What You Have in Your Pantry
Lentil soup, grassfed beef chili, curried chickpea salad, and more!
PUMPING IRONY: The Confinement Conundrum
The COVID-19 pandemic is forcing millions of elderly Americans to stay at home, where they’re forced to confront another major health challenge: loneliness.
DIY Myofascial Release
Here are four exercises to keep your fascia tissue healthy.
4 Supplements for Anxiety Relief
In addition to herbal remedies, targeted nutritional supplements can help manage chronic anxiety.
5 Expert Meal Prep Tips That Save You Time
Meal prepping doesn’t need to be hard. Follow these five dietitian-tested tips to make healthy eating easier.
Vitamin D: Deficiency Symptoms and Benefits of Supplementation
Many of us have less than optimal vitamin D levels — yet this critical pro-hormone can have a profound impact on our health.
The Foundational Five: The 5 Supplements for Every Body
These are the five supplements recommended by Life Time dietitians to support optimal health.
Dietitian-Approved Snacking Tips for Working at Home
Use these tips to make healthier choices. Plus, enjoy these dietitian-approved snack suggestions.
3 Key Factors for Optimal Health
Tips for improving your nutrition, fitness, and lifestyle habits in times of challenge.
Crunchy Thai Salad
Swap quinoa for the millet in this salad, which gets its kick from a Thai peanut sauce.
8 Tips for the Healthy Remote Worker
How to stay productive and healthy while working remotely.
How a Dietitian Does a Detox
Looking to rid your body of unwanted toxins? These 12 strategies will set you up for a successful detox — and help you to not feel deprived.
How to Stay Connected While Practicing Social Distancing
Social distancing is necessary right now, but it doesn’t have to mean complete isolation. Here are some tips to stay connected with those you love.
The Fascial Connection
Just beneath your skin lies a complex network of connective tissue called fascia that helps you move, stand straight, and play hard. Keeping fascia tissue healthy might be one of the most effective — and most overlooked — ways to improve your health and fitness.
What to Eat When You’re Craving Carbs
Craving a salty, sweet, or starchy carb? Learn why those cravings hit and get ideas for healthier swaps to satisfy.
“This is a really big challenge.
And we will get through it.”
A Q&A with integrative psychiatrist Henry Emmons, MD, on how to handle the stress of coronavirus.
8 Yoga Poses to Help You Unwind
Find calm with these eight relaxing bedtime — or anytime — moves.
6 Health Investments That Are Worth It
The state of the current healthcare system may leave you feeling powerless over your health and well-being, but you have more control than you might think. Here are some strategies that are worth the investment.
The Problem of Caregiver Burnout
People who are professional caregivers may experience vicarious trauma. Here’s why.
Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS): How to Reduce Post-Exercise Soreness
Discomfort can be an inevitable result of training sessions. Learn why it happens and what you can do to minimize it.
20 Ways to Keep Your Kids Entertained at Home
Enjoy the extra time together at home with fun ideas, virtual playtime, and learning. Plus, try this sample weekday schedule from the experts at Life Time Kids.
The Ultimate Protein Shake
This shake is a favorite on the LifeCafe® menu. Make it for yourself at home with this recipe.
7 Easy Ways to Lower Your Energy Bill
Here’s how to reduce your carbon footprint and your utility bills.
5 Signs You Need More Recovery After a Workout
Here are some warning signs that you might be overdoing it on the exercise front.
8 Freezer-Friendly Recipes
Breakfast, lunch, dinner, snack, and dessert options that you can make now and eat later.
NATURAL MENTAL HEALTH: A Place to Start
Here’s how to build your resilience by attending to your whole self.
Passion Projects
Thru-hiking changed Andy Laub’s career — and his life. His films inspire others to undertake this important rite of passage.
How to Cope With the Stress of Coronavirus
The World Health Organization offers advice on dealing with the mental-health toll of the pandemic.
PUMPING IRONY: Life, Death, and Language
Words matter when you’re facing a serious illness, and the traditional “risk-versus-benefit” approach to treatment options doesn’t always lead to the healthiest choices.
Digestive Enzymes: What Are They? Why Do You Use Them?
Gastrointestinal symptoms may be the sign of a digestive issue. Learn how supplementing with digestive enzymes can contribute to a healthier digestive system.
The Active Metabolic Assessment: The Most Accurate Test For Cardio Training
Use this guide to determine your anaerobic threshold and learn how to train in your heart-rate zones.
Just Sweat It Out?
The dos and don’ts of exercising while you — or others — are sick.
Sweet Potato Boats
These Mexican-inspired sweet potatoes are baked, split lengthwise, and topped with black beans, corn, salsa, and avocado.
4 Low-Cost Strategies to Improve Your Health
Take control of your health with these low-cost tips.
Tandem Snowboarding
Read an excerpt from adventurer Devon Raney’s new book, Still Sideways: Riding the Edge Again After Losing My Sight.
What to Say (and Not Say) When Someone You Love Is Burned Out
Here are five tips to remember when talking to a loved one who is burned out.
8 Easy Ways to Lower Your Water Bill
Here are some tips to cut down your water use — inside and outside the house.
One Way or Another
A little self-reflection may reveal the personality traits that can help us keep driving toward our biggest goals.
The Ultimate Guide to Supporting Your Immune System
How do you build a strong immune system? How do healthy people stay healthy when others don’t? Find out in our ultimate guide to your immune system.
The Ultimate Guide to Supporting Your Immune System
How do you build a strong immune system? How do healthy people stay healthy when others don’t? Find out in our ultimate guide to your immune system.
How to Buy and Store Lemons
Juiced or zested, this versatile citrus fruit adds brightness and acidity to any dish — and it even doubles as a household cleaning agent. Try these tips to get the most from your lemons.
Eco-Friendly Straws
Check out these reusable straws for any beverage.
How to Get in Sync and Find True Friends
In his new book, The 4 Season Solution: The Groundbreaking New Plan for Feeling Better, Living Well, and Powering Down Our Always-On Lives, Dallas Hartwig talks about how finding real friends starts with getting to know yourself.
PUMPING IRONY: Drink to Your (Brain) Health?
Recent research suggesting that poor hydration may be impairing cognitive function in older women has me wondering why thirst-averse geezers like me are somehow spared.
The Secret Life of Your Microbiome
Why all those microorganisms — collectively known as the microbiome — play a critical role in supporting your health.
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: Ghosts of My Past
Our fitness editor reflects on her changing motivations to work out.
7 Body and Mind Benefits of Building Muscle
Muscle plays an important role in many areas of your health. Learn the reasons why we consider strength training to be a non-negotiable part of any fitness regimen.
7 Body and Mind Benefits of Building Muscle
Muscle plays an important role in many areas of your health. Learn the reasons why we consider strength training to be a non-negotiable part of any fitness regimen.
How to Eat Organic on a Budget
Smart suggestions to help you eat healthy without breaking the bank.
Go Green, Save Green
Repairing or replacing items in your home can reduce your carbon footprint and save you money.
5 Nutrition Myths, Debunked
5 Ways to Fit in Fitness When You Have No Time
Think you’re too busy to exercise? Try these five strategies to make it a regular part of your days.
9 Free Ways to Improve Your Health
These free strategies can keep your body and mind in peak condition.
Roasted-Carrot Curry Soup
This vegan carrot soup gets richness from full-fat coconut milk and a kick from curry powder.
Years in the Making
Sometimes reaching our biggest goals takes more time, patience, and grit than we expect.
9 Ways to Beat Workplace Burnout
Feeling burned out on work can seriously harm your physical and mental health. Here are nine ways to rediscover the joy in your job.
Essential Amino Acids: How to Choose and Use Them Wisely
If you can’t get enough protein in your diet through food alone, you may want to consider supplementing with an amino acid.
6 Tips for Buying Herbal Remedies
Start with single-herb formulations, beware the cheapest option, and four more tips for buying herbal remedies.
Anatomy of a Soy Dog
Not all fake-meat alternatives are created equal. Here’s an inside look at soy dogs.
Do You Need Surgery for Lower-Back Pain?
A former orthopedic spine surgeon empowers patients who have chronic pain to connect with their own capacity to heal.
Ed Kriesel’s Success Story
Diagnosed with a terminal lung disease, a longtime athlete focused on maintaining his fitness while preparing for a transplant.
How to Do the Crunch
Connect with your core to protect your neck and lower back.
The Best Way to Eat for Gut Healing
The health of your gut has a big impact on your overall wellbeing. Restore it by following these six gut-healing strategies.
PUMPING IRONY: Medicare Mischief
A recent shift in Medicare reimbursement policies is roiling the home-healthcare industry. It should give pause to folks banking on a single-payer solution to our busted system.
Strong, Fast & Fit: Part II — Month 3 Moves (Video)
Learn the moves for month 3 of our Strong, Fast & Fit: Part II six-month workout program. Variations on body-weight classics are the focus.
19 Ways to Invest in Your Health and Well-Being
Simple strategies to help keep the doctor away.
How to Oil Cleanse
Natural oils are more hydrating and less irritating than many commercial facial cleansers. Give your skin extra hydration with this simple face-cleansing method.
Twice-Cooked Mushrooms
These mushrooms are endlessly versatile. Try them with grilled chicken, over pasta or polenta, or as the base for an earthy autumnal soup!
What Are Excitotoxins?
They’re supposed to enhance flavor and excite your tastebuds, but could these common food additives also be overexciting your cells — and doing damage to your nervous system?
Mediterranean Stuffed Peppers
These veggie-packed stuffed peppers are paired with a creamy vegan cucumber- tzatziki sauce made from soft tofu, lemon juice, cucumber, garlic, and herbs.
Collagen Peptides: Health Benefits for Your Knees, Cheeks, Lips, and Hips
Wondering if this popular supplement is worth the hype? Discover the six potential health benefits of collagen.
Magnesium: Health Benefits and Best Ways to Supplement
Your body uses magnesium to help produce energy, regulate inflammation, and more — and many of us are deficient. Learn how to get enough of this crucial micronutrient.
How to Build Your Own Shake
Many shakes and smoothies are high in sugar and neglect a balance of nutrients. This template can help you build a nutritious, tasty shake that’ll keep you feeling full and energized. Plus, enjoy three dietitian-created shake recipes.
How to Overcome Workplace Burnout
The effects of workplace burnout are real and widespread. Here are some signs of burnout — as well as strategies to help you recover and reengage.
Intermittent Fasting and Breakfast: The Ultimate Guide
Is intermittent fasting — or skipping breakfast — bad for you? Not at all. For some, fasting could actually help you feel and perform better.
Strong, Fast & Fit: Mixing It Up (Part II, Month 3)
Maintain your momentum during month 3 of our six-month program with these variations on body-weight moves.
What Are the 5 Best Herbs for Anxiety?
Plant-based remedies to help ease your mind.
Why Meal Plans Don’t Work
“Can’t you just make me a meal plan?” Discover Coach Anika’s response to this often-asked request.
Migration Stations
Each year, millions of birds engage in a remarkable feat of endurance as they fly from one continent to another. These six birdwatching hotspots offer the chance to see them as they rest during their journey.
Behind the Scenes With Sara Safari (Video)
Go behind the scenes with human-rights activist and mountaineer Sara Safari to learn how to pursue your biggest ambitions — one step at a time.
4 Plant-Based Meals on a Budget
These recipes from the Frugal Vegan cookbook prove that a healthy, plant-based diet doesn’t have to be intimidating or expensive.
Keep Climbing: Sara Safari
Human-rights activist and author Sara Safari hopes her unexpected journey from engineer to mountaineer will inspire others to reach for their wildest dreams.
Boot-Camp Basics
Boot-camp-style workouts can help you build strength, burn fat, and connect with a community. Here are some expert tips for getting fit — and avoiding injury.
Group Training Boot-Camp Workout
Boot-camp-style workouts can help you build strength, burn fat, and connect with a community. Here are some expert tips for getting fit — and avoiding injury.
Fish Oil: Health Benefits of Supplementing for Your Body and Brain
Learn the numerous health benefits that can come from supplementing with a high-quality fish oil.
PUMPING IRONY: Life Everlasting?
A renowned genetics pioneer argues that medical advances will someday allow humans to live well past 100 years. I can’t help wondering what would be lost in the process.
Is Milk or Dairy Good or Bad For You?
Is dairy healthy or unhealthy? Learn the truth behind common myths and why the answer may depend on your individual body.
High-Protein Diets: Health Benefits and Controversies
This macronutrient can positively impact your health in numerous ways. Learn about the benefits, healthy sources, and get answers to common questions about protein.
The Case for Couples Counseling
According to research, 70 percent of couples report that counseling helped improve their relationship.
How to Build Intimacy With Memory
Want to build intimacy in your primary relationships? Harness the power of memory.
Stop Seeking Love and Start Finding It
How to get past your need for approval and enjoy the love and happiness already in your grasp.
Adrenal Fatigue: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions
Do you feel worn out, unmotivated, achy, tired, or depressed? This may help offer some answers.
PUMPING IRONY: Short-Circuited
Danish researchers suggest that my diminutive stature as a youth makes it more likely I’ll develop dementia. I think they may be short-sighted.
How to Eat More Turmeric
Here are some easy ways to get more turmeric in your diet.
Your Perfect Valentine’s Day Dinner
Skip the crowded restaurants and have a special dinner at home with this simple, elegant menu.
The Healthy-Hair Nutrition Guide
Just like skin, your hair’s appearance is a reflection of your inner health. Learn what to eat (and supplement) for healthy locks.
The Best Role Model for Healthy Habits? YOU!
Get inspired to show (not just tell) your kids the importance of creating healthy habits.
PUMPING IRONY: The Perils of Pedaling
New Zealand researchers have found that bicycling to work may enhance your longevity. My own experience suggests they may be ignoring the possibility of fatal collisions.
How to Get More Bugs in Your Diet
Saving the world, one edible critter at a time? Our deputy editor digs into the research around eating insects and cooks with them too (think cricket flour). Bug appétit!
Crispy Oat Waffles
These gluten-free waffles can be made ahead of time and reheated to order.
Authentic Body Love: Q&A With The Birds Papaya
For writer and podcast host Sarah Nicole Landry, self-worth goes beyond her body. She shares her evolving journey of what it means to show up for oneself in love.
Want to Reduce Stress? Eliminate Annoyances
Resolve to fix, change, organize, replace or otherwise deal with anything that has been driving you bonkers.
Sugar Bust: New Evidence Against Sweet Drinks
Here are some of the latest findings about sugary drinks like soda, juice, energy drinks, and more.
PUMPING IRONY: Strong Medicine
New research on muscle mass and heart disease reminds me of a harsh lesson my dad taught me long ago: Never assume anything.
Your Body on Processed Foods
This is your body on foods that are more processed, have higher levels of sugar, and contain fewer nutrients.
Power Aging
The older, the better? You bet! These age-specific strategies will help you get off on the right foot.
9 Ways to Make the Most of an Indoor Cycle Class
A little guidance from a cycle expert can help you feel more comfortable and confident in the studio at Life Time.
United States of Diabesity
One in two Americans is suffering from diabesity, and most of them don’t even know it. Why? Because most doctors are not trained to treat the single biggest chronic disease in America. The good news? Diabesity can be prevented, treated and reversed. Dr. Mark Hyman explains how.
How Massage Can Heal the Body and Mind
Think of massage as an indulgence? Perhaps. But it can also be a powerful tool for health and well-being — from easing pain and inflammation to soothing stress and anxiety.
An Inside Look at Coconuts: Recipes, Techniques, and More
For decades coconuts have gotten an unfair health rap based on their high fat content. The truth is, they’re good for the body — and easy on the taste buds. Here are quick-and-easy recipes to incorporate more coconuts into your diet.
Sweet Potato and Beet Hash With Sausage
Make this easy hash ahead of time and heat it up anytime for a quick breakfast.
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: Stepping Off My Treadmill
When an injury forced our fitness editor off her favorite cardio machine a decade ago, she learned to embrace all a gym can offer.
What Is Your Unique Carbohydrate Tolerance?
Depending on your genetics and your microbiome, your body might respond to carbohydrates differently.
How to Buy and Store Ginger
Ginger has powerful anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties and is a staple in traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic medicine. Try these tips to use more of it in your kitchen.
PUMPING IRONY: Is There a Nurse in the House?
The nation is facing an unprecedented nursing shortage just as new evidence suggests that a nurse-led approach may improve the care of our elders.
Why Intermittent Fasting Isn’t Right for Everyone
Intermittent fasting has many therapeutic uses, but not everyone should try it. Here’s why.
Strong, Fast, and Fit: Part II, Month 2 Moves (Video)
See the moves in action for month 2 of our “Strong, Fast & Fit: Part II” workout.
Strong, Fast & Fit: Learning the Ropes (Part II, Month 2)
Your fitness journey continues with Month 2 of our new and improved six-month workout program.
Strong, Fast, and Fit: Part II, Month 1 Moves (Video)
Learn the moves for month 1 of our “Strong, Fast & Fit: Part II” six-month workout program.
Stovetop Broccoli Frittata
Simply pop a lid on this frittata to help it rise on the stovetop — no oven needed!
Heritage Travel
The National Park Service is known for conserving ecological wonders and recreation areas, but these six historical sites connect us with our past — and help us make sense of the present.
How to Buy and Store Turmeric
Why it pays to buy fair-trade, organic turmeric powder — plus, how best to store this anti-inflammatory spice.
How Long Does It Take a Plastic Bottle to Decompose?
Everything takes time to break down. Here’s the time frame for a plastic bottle — and 11 other commonly consumed items.
How to Up Your Pilates Game
Use Pilates to help you tap into your “powerhouse” and transform your midline stability.
Our Staff’s Favorite Cookbooks
Looking for a great cookbook? Our staff weighs in on their all-time faves.
PUMPING IRONY: Time for a Tune-Up?
Results of a new study threaten to upend decades of longevity research and perhaps require physicians to act more like car mechanics.
How Big Tobacco Hooked Kids on Sugary Drinks
Corporate campaigns targeted kids and helped to create our obesity crisis.
10 Tips to Keep Your Skin and Hair Healthy This Winter
Nourishing your hair and skin is a year-round commitment. Follow these tips to winterize your routine and protect them from the season’s elements.
Here’s What to Know About Vitamin K
Not getting enough Vitamin K is more common than you think. Here’s how to increase the amount of vitamin K1 and vitamin K2 in your diet.
Lemon Cream Shake
This refreshing, lemony shake is sure to brighten your morning and satisfy your appetite.
Blueberry Pie Shake
This shake tastes as good as a pie, but is made with antioxidants and contains enough fiber to help keep you full.
Cafe Mocha Shake
This shake is perfect for those who love the taste of coffee, but are going through a detox and unable to drink it.
Chocolate Malt Shake
This tasty treat is boosted by a secret ingredient that amps up the nutrients.
Cinnamon Roll Shake
This shake tastes like the familiar morning treat but is made with better-for-you ingredients.
Blueberry Muffin Shake
Try this tasty and easy-to-make alternative to a blueberry muffin for breakfast.
Carrot Fries and Dip
Craving chips and dip? Try this healthy alternative instead.
Chai Shake
Turn this coffee shop favorite into a filling, take-anywhere breakfast.
Chia Pudding
Chia seeds are packed with omega-3s and offer a substantial dose of fiber. Use the superfood to make ahead this pudding to have on hand when hunger strikes.
Kale Chips
This salty and crunchy snack helps boosts your veggie intake while satisfying snack cravings.
Falafel Salad
This tasty, vegan bowl is rich in complex carbs, fiber, and plant-based protein.
Brownie Bites
These brownie bites require just four ingredients and make a great energy-boosting snack — or a healthier treat to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Collard Green Wrap
A few simple swaps up the nutrition of this wrap that’s packed with protein and fresh veggies.
Taco Bowl
This easy-to-assemble bowl is made with just five ingredients in 15 minutes.
Cauliflower Rice Bowl
This easy-to-assemble bowl is built on a base of veggies and provides ample plant-based protein.
Slow Cooker Chicken
High in protein and easy to make, let this recipe become your go-to dinner.
Cilantro Lime Chicken Bowl
Try this low-carb spin on the burrito bowl.
Granola Bars
Customize these bars to your liking with three tasty flavor options.
Flax Crackers
Try these crunchy, gluten-free crackers topped with hummus or dipped into our Mock Tuna Salad.
Coconut Yogurt
Make your own non-dairy yogurt by using just two simple ingredients.
Nut Butter Banana Muffins
These homemade muffins feature better-for-you ingredients and enable you to avoid the processed, store-bought variety.
Changing Things Up
How a new fitness routine, after years of the same one, helped shift our editor in chief’s outlook on change.
Make Your Own Chef Dodge Bowl
This veggie-packed bowl has been a long-time staple on the LifeCafe® menu. Now you can make it at home with this recipe.
Lentil Faux Meatballs With Quinoa
Complex carbs, fiber, and plant-based protein combine to make these “meatballs.”
Slow Cooker Lentil Curry and Cauliflower
This vegan meal is built with plant-based protein, complex carbs, and a delicious curry taste.
Mexican Chocolate Chia Pudding
Enjoy this chocolate-rich dessert alternative with the option to add a kick of spice.
Morning Mint Shake
Wake up with this refreshing, minty green shake.
PUMPING IRONY: Stuff Happens
Mysterious aches and pain are always going to erupt as we grow older; it doesn’t mean we’re doomed to a future of frailty.
Mexican Quinoa Skillet
With fresh bell pepper and just a hint of spice, this Mexican-inspired dish makes for a tasty and easy one-pan meal.
Nut Butter Cookies
Made with collagen peptides, these cookies support healthy skin and bake in just five minutes.
Mock Tuna Salad
Try this no-fish, vegan salad with fresh veggies or wrapped in lettuce leaves.
How to Do the Pull-Up
Fine-tune your form to realize the benefits of this upper-body strength exercise.
Overnight Protein Oats
This easy-to-make breakfast is a great go-to option for those seeking something convenient with a dessert-like flavor.
Banana Split Shake
This shake has just as much flavor as the original dessert but without all the sugar.
Black Forest Cake Shake
This creamy chocolate and cherry shake has a dessert-like flavor and is D.TOX-approved.
Blueberry Matcha Shake
This shake is a must for matcha lovers. It’s loaded with flavor and antioxidants, and will help keep you full until your next meal.
Piña Colada Shake
If you love sweet, tropical treats, this shake is sure to satisfy.
Sugar Cookie Shake
This protein-filled shake tastes just like the cookie — sprinkles and all.
Red Bean Chili
This comforting chili uses protein and fibrous veggies to create a nourishing and satiating dish.
How a Health-Focused Challenge Could Help You Reach Your Goals
If the circumstances of this year have put a renewed spotlight on your health and motivated you to exercise more, eat better, lose weight, or focus on another area, taking part in a challenge may help drive you to success.
Pumpkin Pie Energy Bites
Keep these bites on hand for a nutritious and energizing boost whenever hunger hits.
Chocolate Protein Truffles
Easy to make and great to keep on hand for a portable, chocolatey treat you can feel good about snacking on.
Salted Nut Ice Cream
Recreate the taste and texture of your favorite ice cream with just five ingredients. All you need is a blender or food processor — no ice cream machine needed.
Banana Bread Shake
No baking required to get this banana bread taste — just blend, grab, and go.
Roasted Garlic Hummus
Roasting the garlic is the secret to the flavor of this homemade hummus — and will elevate the taste of any veggies you dip in it.
Childless by Choice
A record number of Americans are choosing not to have children. Learn why it’s a valid choice, and how you might better relate to it.
Blueberry Cheesecake Overnight Oats
Get a dessert-like taste without the added sugar with this easy-to-prepare breakfast.
Quinoa Granola
Enjoy this granola that contains less sugar and carbohydrates than traditional store-bought varieties.
The Ins and Outs of Group Fitness Classes
Make the most of your next group fitness experience — and enjoy the power of the class dynamic — with these tips.
Protein Pancakes
Want to start your morning with a short stack? Using protein in these pancakes means they’ll satisfy without a blood sugar spike and crash.
The Ins and Outs of Group Fitness Classes
Make the most of your next group fitness experience — and enjoy the power of the class dynamic — with these tips.
Buffalo Chicken Stuffed Sweet Potato
These stuffed sweet potatoes bring just the right amount of heat. Let the slow cooker do its magic and put them together in minutes.
3 Recipes for Baked Oatmeal
Want an easy, make-ahead breakfast? Try our baked-oatmeal recipe in three flavors: apple chai, black forest, and carrot cake.
Fending Off Adrenal Fatigue
Are you exhausted for days following your workouts? Or are you just too tired to make it to the gym? If so, you may be suffering from adrenal fatigue.
3 Simple Shifts to Soothe Back Pain
Lengthening your spine, rolling open your shoulders, and alternating between “stretchsitting” and “stacksitting” can help — and even prevent — back pain.
Are Kids’ Sports Becoming Too Competitive?
Many children simply don’t have fun playing sports anymore. Here’s a plan to reverse the “adultification” of youth athletics.
How Functional Medicine Came to the Military
A group of dedicated service members and physicians are bringing whole-person healthcare to the U.S. military to treat brain injuries, toxic exposures, gut dysbiosis, and more.
PUMPING IRONY: A Working Hypothesis
My path to retirement has long been littered with financial obstacles. Recent research suggests that may not be such a bad thing.
Defying Convention
Experience Life founding editor Pilar Gerasimo discusses the healthy rewards of conscious nonconformity.
6 Make-Ahead Breakfasts for Busy Mornings
On busy weekdays, a healthy breakfast can be a tall order. These nourishing make-ahead meals can help simplify your mornings.
Stuffed Bell Peppers
This dish is a favorite of D.TOX participants. Enjoy for dinner, or batch prep the recipe for easy, healthy lunches.
Steak Fajita Salad
Grilled steak and veggies adds great flavor to this salad that balances protein, fiber, and healthy fat.
The High Cost of Cleaning Up Litter
Our trash is harming the environment — and human health. Discover how to tackle the trash.
Spicy Nuts
Curb your cravings and maintain your energy until your next meal by snacking on these mixed nuts.
Savory Breakfast Bowl
This egg-free breakfast option satisfies with ample protein and healthy fats.
Slow Cooker Quinoa
A healthier alternative to cereal, this quinoa mix is full of flavor and enough fiber to keep you full until lunch.
Beyond Calorie Counting
Why calories aren’t the most important metric when developing a healthy, satisfying approach to eating.
Strawberry Daiquiri Shake
Fans of this tropical beverage with love this version that features enough fiber to keep you full and satisfied.
Strawberry Cream Shake
Try this simple, antioxidant-filled shake with a delicious strawberry cream taste.
Salted Nut Shake
This shake is built with healthy fats to keep you full and a flavor profile to keep you satisfied.
How to Start Your Day With Calm and Focus
Ease into your day more mindfully by creating a morning routine.
Sunflower Seed Energy Bites
This whole-food snack features a nice chocolatey crunch from the cacao nibs.
Strong, Fast & Fit: Learning the Ropes (Part II, Month 1)
Your fitness journey starts right here with our new and improved six-month workout program. Welcome to Month 1.
NATURAL MENTAL HEALTH: Integrative Insights
Our new columnist explains why our lifestyle choices matter in building resilience — and addressing the growing mental-health crisis.
The Health Benefits of Turmeric
Turmeric is a potent, anti-inflammatory spice with a wide range of promising therapeutic properties.
Your Guide to Navigating the Fitness Floor
The gym can be confusing and intimidating to navigate. Our experts weigh in on venturing out of your comfort zone.
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Your Guide to Navigating the Fitness Floor
The gym can be confusing and intimidating to navigate. Our experts weigh in on venturing out of your comfort zone.
Fast Track Liver Detox
Whether you’re trying to drop unwanted pounds or flush out unwelcome toxins, you need a healthy liver to make it happen. Here’s how to keep this overachieving organ in optimal shape.
How Healthy People Decode Labels
All natural? No additives? Our experts help you separate the hype from the reality in the grocery aisle.
High Anxiety: A Guide to Understanding and Easing Symptoms
Some 40 million Americans regularly suffer from troubling levels of anxiety. Find out what triggers these episodes, how our bodies respond, and how you can remain calmer in the face of whatever life throws your way.
6 “Healthy” Eating Choices to Rethink
If you’re committed to healthy eating, it’s time to start investigating whether your current food choices are as wholesome as you’ve been led to believe.
PUMPING IRONY: “Oh, You Shouldn’t Have!”
We were determined not to exchange Christmas gifts this year. Then reality intervened.
For the Common Good
A new decade is upon us — and with it, a chance for a fresh perspective.
Spinach, White Bean and Tofu Spread
Use tofu instead of dairy in this creamy vegan bean dip.
White Bean and Peanut Butter Spread
This protein-packed spread combines beans, nut butter, and milk.
Vegetable Casserole With Bean Ragout
This dish is packed with veggies like Japanese eggplant, yellow squash, zucchini, and portobella mushrooms.
White Bean, Tuna, and Sweet Onion Salad
Canned tuna makes this salad come together in minutes.
Sweet Potato Black Bean Burger
A D.TOX program fan favorite, these vegan burgers are made with nutrient-dense sweet potatoes and walnuts.
12 Ways to Experience Holiday Joy
Rediscover the real source of the holiday season’s magic.
Behind the Scenes With Kikkan Randall (Video)
Go behind the scenes with Olympic gold medalist and cancer survivor Kikkan Randall to learn about the power of determination and the importance of community.
Hannah Bower’s Success Story
When this gymnast lost her sport and came close to losing her life, she had to change her mindset to rediscover her identity.
Everything You Need to Know About Intermittent Fasting
For many people, taking longer breaks from eating — known as “intermittent fasting” — can produce substantial positive health effects. Here’s what the latest research says.
Back to the Start: Kikkan Randall
Kikkan Randall went from experiencing Olympic glory to undergoing chemotherapy in a matter of months. Here, she discusses overcoming hard challenges — and rising to face new ones.
Superfood Shake
This shake gets a superfood boost from chia seeds and the antioxidants found in mixed berries.
Thai Turkey Lettuce Wraps
Turn this traditional appetizer into your main meal with these quick to assemble, Asian-inspired lettuce wraps.
Choosing a Brighter Future
“I took my life back. I took my body back. I took my health back.”
Almond Joy Shake
Craving something sweet? This shake tastes like a candy bar but without the added sugar.
9 Surprising Things Included in Your Membership
Beyond the best fitness equipment, fresh towels, and relaxing whirlpools, your Life Time membership includes a wide range of incredible bonus benefits. Are you taking advantage of them all?
33 Food Swaps to Help You Eat Healthier
Start small with these simple alternatives that up the quality and nutrient-density of your meals and snacks.
Chocolate-Dipped Mandarins With Pistachios
This simple-yet-decadent dessert can be made ahead of time and has only three ingredients.
Cinnamon’s Role in Balancing Blood Sugar Levels
Discover how cinnamon can play a role in managing blood sugar levels and reducing cardiovascular disease risk factors, offering potential benefits for those with type 2 diabetes
Goals for a Healthier You
Get inspired by these step-by-step suggestions for making positive changes to your health and well-being.
Subscription Gift Ideas
Looking for clutter-free gifts? Try giving these subscriptions this holiday season.
Is Raw-Milk Cheese Safe to Eat?
Most people do not need to avoid raw-milk cheeses, says our expert.
You, Inc.: A Practical Guide for Setting Fitness Goals
Want solid returns on your fitness investment? Get down to business — with a smart, strategic plan worthy of an MBA.
Can Healing the Soil Help to Stop Climate Change?
The solution to climate change may be right under our feet: Heal the soil and we’ll heal the planet.
THE LIVING EXPERIMENT: Generosity
Science shows that generous acts are good for your body and mind — whether you are giving somebody a hand, or just the benefit of the doubt.
Exercising Your Memory
Can a single workout help our memory?
PUMPING IRONY: Pick Your Poison
Just as new research warns heart-healthy older folks that taking aspirin to prevent a heart attack could be fatal, another study suggests regular doses could fend off cancer. I just wish it would work when I get a headache.
Healthy Inspiration: 5 Fitness Experts Share Their Goals for 2020
Hear from a few of our Life Time experts about what they’re committed to improve, try for the first time, or learn in 2020 — and get inspired to set and achieve your own goals.
3 Ways to Breathe Through Stress
These guided breathing exercises can help you slow down, be more mindful, and find a sense of calm.
Lemon-Thyme Spritzer
Looking for a signature party drink? Make your own lemon-thyme syrup and pair with mineral water and either vodka or Chardonnay.
Beef Bone Broth
Filled with flavor, this beef bone broth will satisfy your savory cravings while helping heal your gut. The key to the flavor-filled broth extracted from this recipe is that the bones are roasted first. A smoky, rich flavor will soothe the gut almost immediately.
Eggs and Greens Buddha Bowl
Everyone loves big Buddha bowls because they allow for so many different flavors, textures, and nutrients in one bowl. This one is simple yet nutrient-dense, with an array of greens, olive oil, avocado, eggs, and seeds.
Dijon-Sage Braised Short Ribs
These slow-cooker short ribs are topped with crispy sage leaves.
Can People Who Are Dairy Intolerant Eat Cheese?
It depends. But, goat and sheep cheeses are often tolerable for people with lactose and casein intolerances.
The Gift of Service
Looking for waste-free gifts this holiday season? Try these gifts of service.
6 Exercises for Knee Pain
These exercises can help knee mobility and strength.
5 Biodynamic Wines to Try
Sip, sip, hooray! Here are five organic, biodynamic, and natural wines to suit all tastes.
PUMPING IRONY: Live Long and Suffer?
Because we’re all living longer lives, longevity visionaries suggest we need to rethink societal norms around aging. I have my doubts that social engineering is the answer.
How to Up Your Snowshoeing Game
Boost your enjoyment of snowshoeing with these tips.
How to Do the Bulgarian Split Squat
Fine-tune your Bulgarian split squats form to get a leg up on this powerhouse unilateral exercise.
Quinoa Risotto With Toasted Pepitas
Traditional arborio rice is paired with quinoa in this fresh take on risotto.
Do You Really Need a New Knee?
Before undergoing knee-replacement surgery, consider these statistics.
Our Lives in These Pages
How the Experience Life team’s real-life experiences influence our coverage of healthy-living topics.
The Gift of Experiences
Looking for a holiday gift? Instead of things, give these experiences to those you love.
Pecan and Goat Cheese-Stuffed Dates
This make-ahead appetizer has only four ingredients.
4 Veggie Grain Bowls That Are Perfect for Colder Weather
These veggie grain bowls feature quinoa, kamut, farro, and wild rice, but feel free to mix up the grains — and the veggies — to your liking.
How to Avoid Knee Pain
Improving knee strength and mobility can help alleviate pain and irritation while improving performance and quality of life.
One Positive Action
Why committing to do just one thing is an essential first step in achieving our goals.
10 Tips to Develop a Big-Picture View of Health
Worrying excessively about our well-being can do us more harm than good. Here’s how to keep your health concerns in perspective.
Sweet Potato and Seared Brussels Sprout Salad
This make-ahead salad can be served at room temperature.
How Ginger Aids Nausea
Explore the scientifically supported benefits of ginger, from relieving motion sickness to promoting overall health and wellness.
Recipes to Heal a Leaky Gut
Sarah Kay Hoffman, author of the new book, The Leaky Gut Meal Plan: 4 Weeks to Detox and Improve Digestive Health, shares two gut-healing (and delicious!) recipes.
Exercises for Lower-Back Pain
Lower-back pain might get you down, but it doesn’t have to take you out. This program can keep you moving to come back stronger than ever.
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: My Favorite Workout
Our fitness editor reflects on the two-move routine currently setting her heart — and glutes — on fire.
How Fennel Seed Can Ease Menstrual Cramps (and More)
Discover the versatile nature of fennel seed, celebrated as a vegetable, herb, and spice. Explore its impressive benefits, from soothing menstrual cramps to easing digestive discomfort and providing relief for colicky infants.
Why Physical Contact Matters for Your Health
Welcome touch is good for our health and happiness.
The Book of Delights
Poet Ross Gay spent a year chronicling what brought him joy in daily life. The surprise was how easy it was.
How Coriander Eases Digestive Discomfort
Coriander contains digestive-soothing properties and the potential to alleviate irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) discomfort. Learn more about the health benefits of this versatile spice.
Is Cheese Good for You?
Is cheese healthy? Many nutrition experts believe it can be if we’re thoughtful about sourcing, ingredients, and quality.
How Turmeric Reduces Inflammation
Curcumin, found in turmeric, is known for its powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties, offering a myriad of health benefits and potential natural remedies for various chronic conditions.
5 Weight-Loss Rules to Rethink
Forget what you’ve been told. Forget what you think you know. Start breaking the rules, and you might just start making some headway.
5 Benefits of Curiosity
Discover how cultivating an inquiring mind can help you lead a happier, healthier life.
White Beans: Recipes, Techniques, and More
Affordable, delicious and easy to prepare, these little gems are packed with protein and fiber.
New Tech Tools for Mental Health
How new technologies, such as telehealth, digital crisis hotlines, digital support groups, and wearable tools, are changing how we treat mental health.
A Rare Vintage
“Natural” wines may not be as natural as we think, yet they’re gradually moving into the mainstream as wineries — and their customers — recognize their environmental benefits.
Why Thanksgiving Isn’t About the Food
Disaster has struck many a Thanksgiving dinner — but it doesn’t have to define the holiday experience.
Jane Meronuck’s Success Story
An Experience Life staffer shares what she’s learned and how she’s grown in the 20 months since her cancer diagnosis.
How to Take a Race-Cation
Sports travel lets you combine your favorite fitness passion with the opportunity to explore new places.
Behind the Scenes With Rob Kugler (Video)
Go behind the scenes with Marine Corps veteran Rob Kugler to learn how a crosscountry trek with his ailing dog helped him heal and discover his purpose.
How to Host a Stress-Free Dinner Party
This easy dinner-party menu and simple prep timeline are the perfect ingredients for your next stress-free gathering.
A New Leash on Life: Rob Kugler
Marine Corps veteran Rob Kugler found his way home after taking a transformative road trip with his beloved, terminally ill dog.
Furoshiki: The Art of Zero-Waste Gift Wrapping
Looking for alternatives to wrapping paper? Try furoshiki — a traditional Japanese method — to make your holiday more eco-friendly!
PUMPING IRONY: Fumbled Friendships
Robust social connections are key to our well-being as we age, so should I worry that my circle of friends has been narrowing for years? Not so much.
What’s the Best Way to Clean a Kitchen Sponge?
Kitchen sponges can spread germs. Try throwing them in the dishwasher, boiling them, and even microwaving them to zap bacteria.
Redefining Success
“When I feel better, I’m a better dad, a better husband. You have to make yourself a priority.”
How to Create New Family and Holiday Traditions
New realities sometimes require new holiday rituals. Here’s how to embrace change without losing the spirit of your traditions.
Healthy Swaps for Joyful Holiday Baking
With these simple substitution suggestions, this guide can help you up the health quotient of your favorite holiday recipes. Plus, enjoy two already-swapped-for-you cookie recipes.
Fromage Fort
Use up all your leftover cheese bits and rinds in this easy appetizer.
Coping With Grief During the Holidays
For people dealing with loss or sorrow, the holiday season can be a painful time. Here’s how to deal.
Body-Language Signs to Watch When Having a Conversation
These bodily cues can clue you into how a conversation is going.
Trash Talk: The Recycling Conundrum
Recycling is better than nothing, but we need to do better, say experts. Here are some recycling facts.
A Field Guide to Nutritious Food: A Q&A With Jo Robinson
Eating on the Wild Side author Jo Robinson unearths the nutritional secrets of wild fruits and vegetables — and explains how to get more from today’s produce.
The Countdown Workout
A countdown body-weight workout you can do virtually anywhere in just 10 minutes.
All About Almonds: Nutrition, Tips, and Recipes
This ubiquitous nut offers a happy combination of versatility and nutrition.
How Can I Avoid Injury When Trying a New Group Fitness Class?
Knowing your strengths and your limitations is key, says our fitness editor.
Understanding the Role Your pH Balance Plays in Your Health
Some foods make you acid. Some foods make you alkaline. But why should you care about alkaline versus acidic? Here’s what everyone should know about how to balance the body’s pH.
PUMPING IRONY: Don’t Move!
Government attempts to curb falls in the hospital have limited mobility so much that elderly patients often head home in worse shape than when they arrived.
7 Essential Oils to Try
Aromatherapy can be a convenient, portable remedy — many of the best-known therapeutic oils are blended with carrier oils in roll-on form.
3 Travel Workouts You Can Do Anywhere
Whether you’re waiting for your flight at the airport, stuck in a hotel room, or on a long road trip, here are three easy ways to keep moving during your travels.
Ginger-Garlic Miso Soup With Turnip Greens
You can use the entire turnip rather than just the greens in this recipe: Thinly slice the raw root and garnish each bowl of soup with a small handful just before serving.
COMING CLEAN: In the Rearview Mirror
Our managing editor reflects on the 20 lessons she’s learned 20 years after a car accident.
How to Talk to Strangers: A Q&A With Malcolm Gladwell
In his new book, Talking to Strangers: What We Should Know About the People We Don’t Know, the New York Times best-selling author explores infamous communication breakdowns.
How to Move Forward
A five-step process for pursuing your purpose-driven ambitions.
How to Start a Conversation
Here are four of the best ways to start a conversation.
The Problem With Fake Scents
One in three people report health problems when exposed to synthetic fragrances, according to one study.
From the Edge
Patagonia founder Yvon Chouinard shares the wisdom of playing, working, and living simply.
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: The Very Basics of Gym Etiquette
When in doubt: Don’t leer. Don’t comment. Apologize if you catch yourself being weird.
PUMPING IRONY: Not OK, Boomers
While some of my geezer contemporaries are taking offense at Generation Z’s campaign to blame us for the state of the world, I say bring it on.
Jason Sweetnam’s Success Story
On his journey to lose 100 pounds, one man found his calling in a new career as a personal trainer.
Top 9 Foods to Support Recovery From Addiction
The following foods can support the body nutritionally as it adjusts and rebuilds during recovery.
Carrot-Top Pesto
This thick pesto is ideal for spreading on sandwiches or nut and seed crackers. Add more olive oil to turn it into a veggie dip or pasta sauce.
THE LIVING EXPERIMENT: Motivation
Here’s how to motivate yourself toward action, even when accomplishments don’t come easy.
Why Noise Is Bad for Our Health
Noise can elevate our stress hormones — even at levels that do not produce hearing damage — according to a recent study.
Roasted Swiss-Chard Stems With Creamy Sesame Dressing
Swiss-chard stems are removed and discarded in most recipes, but they’re quite versatile, flavorful, and worthy of saving. They can also be steamed, grilled, or sautéed.
What’s the Best Way to Handle Unsolicited Advice From Family Members?
Holiday gatherings can be an especially fraught time for unwelcome advice. Our expert says to try to remain curious, open, and polite. Here’s how.
Essential-Oils Seasonal Allergy Remedy
If you suffer from seasonal allergies, try this hay-fever treatment created by naturopath Rebecca Tanyar-Mead.
Why Wellness Needs to Be Diversified: A Q&A With Lauren Ash
The founder of Black Girl In Om talks about inclusivity in the yoga and wellness space and why self-care is critical for women of color.
Up Your Boxing Game
Power your jabs and hooks with these expert boxing tips.
9 Festive Dishes for the Holidays
Looking for an appetizer, side, or dessert for your holiday meal? These festive favorites are perfect for any size gathering.
How to Do an Ab Rollout
Activate your core with the ab wheel for deep transverse and oblique muscle engagement. Alternatively, try the more common suggested gym tools for effective ab-rolling benefits.
Overcoming Party-Hosting Anxiety
Opening your home to guests for the holidays? Here are a few expert tips to avoid hospitality-induced anxiety.
Guilty Pleasures
Dara Moskowitz Grumdahl on why you don’t have to deny yourself during the holidays. Just make sure that comfort food is really worth any subsequent discomfort.
PUMPING IRONY: Hear No Evil
There’s plenty of evidence showing that hearing loss can damage our quality of life as we grow older, but the senior set — including my brother — seems immune to the warnings.
My Favorite Way to Seed a Pomegranate
These winter jewels are a real treat, but cleaning them can be a challenge. One of our senior editors shares a little trick for getting at the seeds without the mess.
Time-Crunch Holiday Workouts
Three time-crunch workouts you can use during the busy season that will get you in and out of the gym in minimum time — with results.
5 Adventures for People Who Ride Fat-Tire Bikes
One of our senior editors shares the skinny on riding a fat-tire bike.
A Different Meaning
The holidays aren’t the same in the face of loss. And that’s a good thing.
Holding Tight to Holiday Traditions
There’s nothing like a special occasion to test just how far we’ll go in the name of the rituals we happen to hold sacred.
Holiday Food Frustration
With all the season’s celebratory meals and treat-heavy traditions, it can be hard to steer clear of unhealthy stuff. Here’s how to enjoy holiday meals while staying true to your own food values.
Holiday Overload
Are holiday obligations stressing you out? Here’s how to cope.
Melissa Hartwig Urban’s Whole30 Friendsgiving Menu
In her cookbook, The Whole30 Friends & Family, Melissa Hartwig Urban includes recipes for every occasion, including Thanksgiving with friends.
Lemony Olive Oil–Poached Broccoli Stems and Chickpeas on Ricotta Toast
Broccoli stems and leaves — which most people toss — are the perfect foil for creamy ricotta, lemony chickpeas, and crusty sourdough toast.
Perfect Thanksgiving Turkey, Gravy, and Stuffing
Heritage turkeys require some extra care when cooking, but they are well worth the effort.
14 Boomers Who’ve Got Game
These senior athletes may inspire you to rethink your perceptions of aging.
Happy Trails
Colorado’s mountain dude ranches are dandy places to make four-legged friends – and reconnect with your own free spirit.
Talking Trash
What does our garbage say about us — and the way we live.
How to Build Your Balance
No offense to your wobble board—but the best way to improve your balance may be to keep at least one foot on solid ground.
The Healing Power of Sound
Why certain rhythms, sounds, and vibrations can help us reduce stress, create a deep sense of well-being, and even promote healing.
Fennel: Recipes, Techniques, and More
With a delicate flavor and rich texture, fennel is surprisingly versatile—and nutritious.
Witches Brew Pudding
Try this healthy Halloween-themed treat for breakfast or as an anytime snack.
Is Chewing Gum Bad for You?
Here are 5 things to consider before making your next gum purchase.
5 Conversation Killers
Phone-gazing and neverending monologues are just two things that can sink a conversation.
How to Sage Your Home
Try this ancient practice to promote mindfulness, clarity, and relaxation.
The Jump-Rope HIIT Workout
High-intensity intervals transform jumping rope from child’s play to a fat-burning, coordination-building workout.
The No-Swing Kettlebell Workout
Use your versatile kettlebells as resistance-training tools to build full-body strength.
PUMPING IRONY: Don’t Give It Another Thought
Conventional wisdom suggests that my lazy brain offers few benefits, but Harvard researchers believe it may be the key to a long life.
Taking the Heat
The sauna and steam room offer a variety of health and fitness benefits. Learn how to use them to your advantage with these tips.
Nutrition for Addiction Recovery
What you eat can play a key role in overcoming both drug and alcohol addiction.
The No-Swing Kettlebell Workout (Video)
Learn the moves for this kettlebell workout — no swings required!
Why Aromatherapy Is Going Mainstream
Plant-based essential oils have long been used in the practice of aromatherapy to help address stress, pain, and other issues. Conventional medicine has begun to take notice.
How to Set Boundaries Between Work and Home
In an increasingly digital work culture, holding space for loved ones can be challenging. These expert tips can help you invest in the connections that matter most.
Behind the Scenes With Chelsea Jackson Roberts, PhD (Video)
Go behind the scenes with yogi, educator, and social activist Chelsea Jackson Roberts, PhD, as she talks about the power of yoga to heal communities.
5 Root-to-Stem Recipes
Don’t toss out those carrot tops and turnip greens! These recipes will help you turn your kitchen scraps into flavor-packed nutritious dishes.
A Breath of Fresh Air: Chelsea Jackson Roberts, PhD
Cutting-edge educator Chelsea Jackson Roberts, PhD, is on a mission to use yoga as a tool for achieving social justice and equity.
How to Support Your Vaginal Microbiome
Here are eight ways to balance your vagina’s pH level — and keep infection at bay.
Here’s What Not to Eat When You Have a Cold
The foods and beverages you shun when you’re sick can be just as important as those you eat.
Citrus Salmon Sheet-Pan Meal
This complete sheet-pan meal combines salmon, asparagus, and butternut squash with a piquant lemon-garlic sauce.
What Is the Difference Between Low-Impact and Low-Intensity Workouts?
Impact is frequently confused with intensity, but the two are not synonymous. A high-intensity workout can be low impact — and a low-impact workout can be high-intensity.
Is It a Good Idea to Swing Kettlebells Barefoot?
You typically have more stability being barefoot, says our expert, but it’s not for everyone.
PUMPING IRONY: Money Keeps You Young?
Recent research suggests that frequent bouts of poverty prior to middle age may contribute to premature aging. If that’s the case, I should be sitting on death’s doorstep by now.
14 Ways to Reduce Your Exposure to Airborne Toxins
Here are some simple changes to reduce pollution exposure — and improve your lung health.
Spicy Ginger Shrimp Sheet-Pan Meal
This sheet-pan dinner combines marinated shrimp with green beans, yellow bell pepper, green onions, and sesame seeds.
Is It Ready Yet?
A meditation on time, meal planning, and a pot roast for the ages.
Against the Odds
How courage has helped us achieve the impossible — and keep on trying.
Honey-Garlic Tofu Sheet-Pan Meal
This vegan sheet-pan meal combines marinated tofu with red bell pepper, snap peas, green onions, and sesame seeds.
7 Things Your Body Is Doing While You Run
When you run, your body is constantly calibrating. Here is just a snapshot of what it’s doing.
How to Improve Your Racquetball Game
Expert advice and drills to enhance your racquetball skills and enjoyment.
PUMPING IRONY: Bugged!
The alarming rise of drug-resistant superbugs in nursing homes is just another reason to do everything I can to maintain my good health and live out my days in my own home.
Which Group Fitness Class is Right for You?
Whether you’re embarking on a new fitness journey or building onto your routine, there’s a Life Time class (or two!) that can enhance your workout regimen and move you closer to your goals.
Everything You Need to Know About the Life Time 60day
Learn more about this popular, goal-oriented program in our Q&A with a veteran 60day trainer.
The Best Supplements for Colds
Integrative nutritionist Kathie Swift, RDN, MS, recommends the following supplements when fighting off a cold.
Steak Fajitas Sheet-Pan Meal
This Mexican-inspired sheet-pan meal combines marinated flank steak with bell peppers and red onion.
Finding Home
How author Pam Houston found the nurturing she had missed as a child by caring for a Colorado ranch.
What Is Nutrigenomics?
Simply put, it’s the future of personalized nutrition.
Discover the Power Within
“A year ago, if you had told me I could do that, I’d have laughed at you. I just never thought I could do these types of things with my body.”
Raw Chocolate Tart With Berry Sauce
This elegant vegan dessert comes together quickly in a blender or food processor.
THE LIVING EXPERIMENT: Seasons
Discover the simple lifestyle shifts that can help you stay in sync with nature’s cyclical rhythms.
What Are the Differences Between Broth, Stock, and Bone Broth?
Bone broth is a staple of the paleo diet. Here’s how it differs from regular broth and stock.
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: Earn Your Beast Mode
Why our fitness editor says mechanics, consistency, and intensity — in that order — are the keys to fitness progress.
The Case for Low-Impact Exercise
Low impact doesn’t mean low intensity, low effort, or low reward. Learn how to have fun, stay engaged, and get results without sacrificing your joints.
PUMPING IRONY: A Microbiome Miracle?
Recent research suggests that all frail seniors need to do to boost their strength — and maybe even reduce their waistlines — is to have the right combination of bacteria in their guts. I’d rather lift weights.
How Do I Politely Handle a Chatty Seatmate on a Plane?
Wearing earbuds is just one of the options our expert suggests.
11 Foods to Eat When You Have a Cold
Conquer a cold by eating wisely. Here are several foods that make you feel better.
Masala Chicken Sheet-Pan Meal
This Indian-inspired sheet-pan meal combines marinated chicken with sweet potato, cauliflower, and red onion.
The Last Straw
Americans are the biggest offenders when it comes to single-use plastics, but efforts to ban the packaging are on the rise.
The Unilateral Workout (Video)
Learn the moves for this unilateral workout — 6 exercises to correct muscle imbalance and offer full-body benefits.
How to Age Wisely
Learn how to cultivate a more optimistic mindset so you can enjoy your life now — and well into the future.
A Little Nudge
Unexpected inspiration can sometimes draw out personal goals just waiting to be realized.
How to Do the Romanian Deadlift
Home in on the hip hinge to reap the glute- and hamstring-building rewards of the RDL.
6 Unilateral Exercises
Embrace unilateral training for full-body benefits.
Onions: Recipes, Techniques, and More
Please your palate with zesty flavor—and your body with powerful phytonutrients.
The Morning Rush
Had enough of frenzied, crazy-making mornings? Here’s how to start your days more sanely—and enjoy energy-boosting benefits all day long.
Kate Mihevc Edwards’ Success Story
When an endurance athlete was diagnosed with a rare genetic heart condition, it forced her to change her entire lifestyle — and offered her the opportunity to really listen to her body.
Take a Deep Breath: Understanding Lung Health and Immunity
Our lungs are essential to life — and our immunity. Learn what you can do to support them in the face of increasing air pollution — plus, lung-healing foods.
4 Road-Trip Routes
These classic road trips are packed with history and adventure. You might just be inspired to spend more time out of your car than in it.
The Pelvic-Floor Workout (Video)
Learn three exercises to improve pelvic-floor strength for men and women.
5 Simple Sheet-Pan Meals
These recipes are ideal for quick dinners or simple make-ahead meals that require minimal cleanup.
A Life Shaped by Running
Rebekah Mayer, who oversees 80 Life Time Run locations, on what running means to her.
Behind the Scenes With Gabrielle Bernstein (Video)
Go behind the scenes with best-selling author Gabby Bernstein as she talks about her new book and how to fear less and live more.
Make Your Own Pumpkin Bird Feeder
Turn your favorite autumnal gourd into a feast for your feathered friends.
8 Winning Game-Time Recipes
Update your next tailgate party or game-day menu with these healthier takes on popular meals and snacks.
3 Pelvic-Floor Exercises
Three moves to improve pelvic-floor strength and prevent dysfunction — for men and women.
Super Attractor: Gabby Bernstein
Motivational speaker and best-selling author Gabby Bernstein is back with a new book offering novel insights on how to reclaim your ability to create the world you want.
The Walk-Strong Workout (Video)
Add these body-weight strength moves to your next walk to energize your workout and challenge your body.
How to Become a Super Attractor
Best-selling author and motivational speaker Gabby Bernstein talks about her new book, Super Attractor, and how to overcome our fear mentality.
Mushroom Walnut Burgers
You won’t miss the meat in these homemade veggie burgers, which are made from mushrooms, onions, garlic, cheese, walnuts, oats, eggs, herbs, and more.
Should I Work Out With Sore Muscles?
Rather than take a few days off, try light-intensity workouts after about 24 hours.
PUMPING IRONY: A Numbers Game: Diabetes
New guidelines seeking to address the healthcare industry’s overtreatment of elderly diabetics may encounter a skeptical audience: elderly diabetics.
Wendy Welz’s Success Story
After her husband’s diagnosis, one woman’s life changed overnight. Picking up a paintbrush helped her find strength.
Lemon-Blueberry Energy Bars
Coconut flakes, almonds, lemon zest, dates, dried blueberries and more come together in the food processor to make these homemade energy bars.
5 Lifestyle Changes to Lower Blood Pressure
Hypertension can be managed with nutrition, exercise, and other lifestyle factors.
Vegan Quinoa Burgers
Black beans, ground flaxseeds, and toasted pumpkin seeds help bind this vegan burger together.
How to Create an Everlasting Meal
What can Vogue teach us about eating sustainably? More than you might think.
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: Never Say Never
A one-day, 27-mile through-hike teaches our fitness editor about what it means to push her body and mind beyond perceived limits.
PUMPING IRONY: Growing Old, Gaining Weight
A new study explains why we tend to gain weight as we age, even if our caloric intake and exercise regimens remain unchanged.
What’s the Difference Between Fermented and Nonfermented Soy Foods?
Fermented soy foods like tempeh, miso, and tamari may be easier to digest than tofu.
Happy Yogi: 9 Tips for a Great Yoga Practice
A little guidance to help you feel at home in the studio and make the most of your yoga experience at Life Time.
Junior Membership 101
Curious about what’s included in a Life Time Junior Membership? This expert Q&A explains all that Life Time has to offer for kids 12 and under.
How to Make a Better Burger
After making a better basic burger, use our handy template to tweak it into a taco, California, Hawaiian, and Mediterranean version.
Draw Your Day
Illustrator Samantha Dion Baker shares the benefits of pursuing a daily creative practice.
Chocolate-Banana Energy Bars
Coconut flakes, almonds, and dates come together with bananas and cacao nibs to make these homemade energy bars.
Can a Weighted Blanket Help My Insomnia?
If anxiety is at the root of your insomnia, says our expert, a weighted blanket may help.
Training With a Twist: The Transverse-Plane Workout
Banish boredom, boost your athleticism, and prevent joint injury with these full-body transverse-plane exercises.
How to Simplify Meal Planning
Paleo cookbook author Melissa Joulwan shares her tips for easy meal planning and preparation.
Jessie Diggins: An Athlete’s Eating Disorder — and Recovery
Olympic gold medalist cross-country skier Jessie Diggins talks about overcoming her eating disorder.
Why Rock-Climbing Can Sharpen Your Mind and Improve Creativity
Climbing does more than simply strengthen your body and help you explore new places.
PUMPING IRONY: Hungry and Hopeless
A quiet epidemic of malnutrition has spread among the nation’s elderly, and Congress has only a few weeks to figure out how to respond.
How Do I Protect My Privacy Online?
Private browsing, strong passwords, and VPN software are some of the steps you can take. Beyond that, government policy is needed to protect consumer privacy.
Salmon-Dill Burgers
You can use fresh or canned salmon — and panko or gluten-free bread crumbs — for this quick and easy burger.
Next-Gen Inspiration
A seventh-grade magazine project offers a reminder about the potential of creative experiences.
Key Lime Energy Bars
Lime zest, dates, crystallized ginger, almond butter, and cashews are just some of the ingredients in these homemade key-lime energy bars.
The Pros and Cons of Eating Soy
Should you consume soy? Health experts answer key questions about this sometimes-confusing food.
PUMPING IRONY: A Healthy Pessimism?
Do optimists live longer than pessimists? Maybe, but I’m not the only one arguing that a middle way may yield healthier benefits.
In Partnership
When we team up with and support our teachers, we all stand to gain.
3 Ankle-Mobility Exercises
Three drills to loosen up your ankles and their kinetic chain.
8 Tips for Making a Better Burger
Pick high-quality protein, rightsize your patty, and more tips to create a perfect burger.
THE LIVING EXPERIMENT: Pause
Respecting your body’s natural energy cycles is the key to clarity, creativity, and focus.
Father and Son
The connection a man has with his father shapes his life. Which is why every adult son must choose how that relationship will – or won’t – define him.
Pears: Recipes, Techniques, and More
Delicate, aromatic and sweet, this versatile, beautiful fruit adds flavor and nutrition to all kinds of meals.
Turkey Burger Banh Mi
This Vietnamese-inspired burger is filled with scallions, ginger, fish sauce, and sriracha — and topped with fresh cucumber, jalapeño, and cilantro.
A Fresh Take on Kids’ Meals
With a refresh of its kids’ menu, the LifeCafe introduces three colorful, nutrient-rich meals the whole family will love.
21 Books to Read Over a Long Weekend
Looking for a good read this Labor Day weekend? Our staff weighs in on books they’ve read — or want to read — this season.
How Movement Therapy Can Heal Traumatic Stress
Traumatic stress can be debilitating and terrifying. Movement therapy — involving increasingly accessible, thoughtful approaches to exercise — offers new hope.
Pumpkin-Spice Energy Bars
Pumpkin purée, hazelnuts, dried cranberries, dates, and warming spices are just some of the ingredients in these DIY energy bars.
How to Use a Rowing Machine
Fine-tune your form and sequencing to maximize the rewards of indoor rowing. Explore two creative workouts to enhance power and strength.
How to Up Your Mountain-Biking Game
Dial in your mountain biking with specialized training for the ups and downs of the trail.
PUMPING IRONY: No Home for the Unhealthy
An old friend faces a future with Parkinson’s and an eventual move to an assisted-living facility that, barring an industry shift, will probably offer no medical care.
Big Pharma and the Future of Fecal Transplants
The debate over the future of fecal microbial transplants — and who will have access to them.
Understanding Blood Pressure Guidelines
Learn what functional-medicine healthcare providers think of the latest blood-pressure guidelines — and how to manage your blood pressure wisely.
How to Do a 30-Minute Walking Workout
Up the ante on your next walk with this body-weight interval workout.
The Better Burger
Grilling doesn’t have to be off-limits in a wholesome diet. With a few healthy guidelines, you’ll be well on your way to burger bliss.
Behind the Scenes With Tony Gonzalez (Video)
Go behind the scenes with NFL Hall of Famer Tony Gonzalez as he shares tips for overcoming adversity.
5 Truths About Self-Care
There are a lot of misconceptions about self-care. Our experts explain why it matters for all of us — and offer self-care tips.
How to Make Energy Bars
Store-bought varieties are often high in sugar and unhealthy oils. Follow these homemade energy-bar recipes to create nutritious versions.
Game Changer: Tony Gonzalez
NFL Hall of Famer Tony Gonzalez’s life took off once he overcame his fears. Now he helps others learn to overcome adversity.
Balsamic Vinaigrette Salad Dressing
This simple yet flavorful recipe brightens salads without the industrial ingredients or sugar found in commercial dressings.
4 Easy Ways To Encourage Healthy Eating in Kids
Make good-for-you food fun with these ideas from the Life Time Foundation.
PUMPING IRONY: Shock Treatment
Recent research suggests that a simple regimen of electrical stimulation may extend lifespan. I just wish it didn’t involve my ears.
How Healthy-Living Experts Do Evening Routines
Find ways to wind down from the day and optimize your nights in Part Three of our three-part series.
How Healthy-Living Experts Do Midday Routines
Learn how to insert healthy habits throughout the day in Part Two of our three-part series.
How Healthy-Living Experts Do Morning Routines
Gather inspiration for crafting a morning routine in Part One of this three-part series.
How Healthy-Living Experts Do Midday Routines
Learn how to insert healthy habits throughout the day in Part Two of our three-part series.
How Healthy-Living Experts Do Evening Routines
Find ways to wind down from the day and optimize your nights in Part Three of our three-part series.
How Healthy-Living Experts Do Morning Routines
Gather inspiration for crafting a morning routine in Part One of this three-part series.
Pineapple and Blueberry Bliss Smoothie Bowl
Pineapple gives this recipe a boost of vitamin C and bromelain, an enzyme that can ease indigestion and inflammation.
PB and Green Nourish Smoothie Bowl
You won’t taste the spinach in this smoothie, but it gives this recipe a nutritional upgrade with vitamin C, vitamin E, and vitamin K — as well as minerals like manganese, zinc, and selenium.
Peaches and Cream Smoothie Bowl
Coconut milk and frozen mango give this refreshing recipe a tropical flair.
Strawberry Cheesecake Smoothie Bowl
This tasty blend boasts nearly 28 grams of protein per serving, making it a perfect postworkout choice.
4 Smoothie Bowls
Each of these nourishing bowls has more than 16 grams of protein per serving.
The Food Poisoning–IBS Connection
Food poisoning can trigger irritable bowel syndrome. Here’s how — and what you can do about it.
What Causes Nosebleeds?
Excessive nose picking and dry air can lead to a nosebleed, but so can high blood pressure and allergies. Here are some possible causes — and what you can do.
PUMPING IRONY: This Is Your Brain on Drugs
For this drug-averse geezer, recent research suggesting that long-term use of certain pharmaceuticals may contribute to dementia makes me even less likely to follow my doctor’s advice.
What Causes Lightheadedness or Dizziness?
Here are some possible causes — and what you can do.
PUMPING IRONY: Risky Business
The elderly often climb on the operating table unprepared for the risks of surgery. New guidelines aim to help them — and their doctors — make more informed decisions.
9 Ways to Connect and Transform a Community
It’s National Night Out! Here are some tips for fostering personal and social support networks within your community.
What You Need to Know About Essential Oils
Do essential oils work? They’ve become a powerful wellness trend — but are essential oils a cure-all, a marketing scheme, or something in between?
How to Do the Box Jump
Power up your lower body with box-jump exercise moves.
We Saved Each Other
“The goal was met, I was able to do it. And two weeks later, I was donating a kidney.”
How to Do a Burpee
Perfect your burpee with these quick tips.
What Causes Eye Twitching?
Everything from allergies to stress to magnesium deficiency can cause eye twitches. Here are some possible causes — and what you can do.
White Bean and Tuna Salad
This colorful, hearty salad comes together quickly thanks to canned beans and canned (sustainably caught!) tuna.
5 Tips to Start a Mindfulness Practice
Meditation not for you? No matter. Whatever mindfulness practice you choose, here are five things to keep in mind.
Greener Childhood, Happier Adulthood
Access to green space during childhood may lower the incidence of mental-health issues later on, according to a recent study.
Noise Pollution Is Obstructing Bird Communication
Human-generated noise may have an impact on bird communication and survival, says a recent study.
Why Do I Have Tingling in My Hands?
Tingling in hands might be a sign of poorly controlled diabetes, vitamin deficiency, and even panic attacks. Here’s what you can do.
THE LIVING EXPERIMENT: Idleness
You don’t have to be hyperproductive all the time. In fact, you might get better results from occasionally doing a whole lot less.
Chilled Cucumber-Cantaloupe Blender Soup
Use Greek yogurt or coconut cream to give this cold soup some body.
Eat Like a Climatarian
6 ways to reduce your dinner’s carbon footprint.
What Causes Night Sweats?
Fluctuating hormones, hypoglycemia, and spicy food can all lead to night sweats. Here are some possible causes — and what you can do.
6 Workout Recovery Tools to Try
Here are tools to use at the end of a workout, after an athletic event, or whenever you need to de-stress.
PUMPING IRONY: A Vague Recollection
At my age, I’m often at a loss when trying to retrieve some bit of information from my memory banks. A new study suggests brain games and other mentally stimulating activities may help — sort of.
Beyond Meditation
Sitting in silence isn’t for everyone. But there are plenty of other practices that offer profound calming benefits.
10 Tips to Make the Most of Your Workout
Maximize — and enjoy — your time at the club with these strategies.
Quick-Pickled Veggies
Add crunch to your meals with quick-pickled ginger and quick-pickled veggies like carrots, radishes, and green beans.
Collective Effort
Together, we have the intelligence, potential, and incentive to reverse the bad and do good — for ourselves, our communities, and the planet.
How Do I Play Video Games More Mindfully?
Here are two tips to prevent video gaming from becoming a time-suck.
Tips to Ease Into Minimalist Living
Best-selling author Joshua Becker explains how downsizing your possessions and your calendar can help you focus on the things and people that matter most.
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: Move Naturally
Our fitness editor learns that movement is a balancing act — literally and figuratively.
Autoimmune Disorders: When Your Body Turns on You
There’s been a stark rise in autoimmune disorders over the past 50 years, from type 1 diabetes and multiple sclerosis to celiac disease and asthma. What is autoimmune disorder? The first step toward a cure is understanding and controlling the causes.
PUMPING IRONY: Die Hard
A new government report paints a dismal portrait of hospice care in the United States. And regulatory agencies are powerless to respond.
How Effective Is CBD for Pain?
Instead of using NSAIDs like Advil or Aleve, many people are starting to use anti-inflammatory CBD to treat pain.
Rainbow Poke Bowls
If you have a local fish market or food co-op, you can find high-quality salmon there. Ask which one your fishmonger would be comfortable eating raw.
Why Do I Always Wake Up at Night to Use the Bathroom?
Are you always waking up to pee in the middle of the night? Here are some possible causes — and what you can do.
Let’s Go Someplace Quiet
A project documenting the remotest spots in all 50 states highlights the effects of development on the environment and human health.
How Can I Adapt to Using Nonbinary Pronouns?
The three keys are listening, asking, and apologizing if you make a mistake, says our expert.
Finding Presence
Mindfulness takes practice, patience — and a willingness to try new things.
Do Energy Gels Really Work?
They are best for certain types of exercise, says our expert. Here are tips on when to take them and what to look for when choosing a gel.
9 Healing Herbs
Herbs were our first wonder drugs, and they remain powerful medicine to this day. Learn more about these health-promoting plants.
PUMPING IRONY: The DIY Dilemma
Age and affluence have limited my opportunities to embark on home-improvement projects, but a neighbor’s request for help resurrects my sense of usefulness.
ASK THE DOCTOR: Can You Detox With Activated Charcoal?
An integrative-medicine doc weighs in on the dos and don’ts of using activated charcoal.
4 Tips to Make the Most of Your Midday Walk
Whatever your workday looks like, odds are you could use an occasional break. Here are some tips that can help.
The High Costs of Medical Marketing
Direct-to-consumer pharmaceutical advertising — legal only in the U.S. and New Zealand — is biased, deceptive, and drives up the cost of drugs, says the American Medical Association.
How Much CBD Oil Should I Take?
Dosage ranges widely from person to person. Here are some tips to determine your ideal CBD dose.
Cold Curried Chickpea Salad
Packed with cucumbers, carrots, and cilantro — and dressed with Greek yogurt, Thai curry paste, and lime juice — this salad is perfect wrapped in lettuce leaves, served with seed crackers, or on its own.
Awake in the Wild
Can outdoor cooking reinvigorate our screen-numbed senses?
8 Tips for Intuitive Eating
Interested in giving intuitive eating a try? Here are eight things to keep in mind.
Why Do People Snore?
Chronic snoring could be a sign that you have sleep apnea, need to lose weight, or more. Here are some possible causes — and what you can do.
4 Drills for Open-Water Swimming
Strength, sighting, and a willingness to face your fear can set you up for success in open-water swimming. Here are some drills and tips.
Why Workout Recovery Days Are Essential for Optimal Fitness
The key to getting stronger, faster, or fitter is giving yourself time to recover properly between workouts. Learn how to leverage your rest days to reach your fitness goals.
Lift to Lose Weight
Can you lose weight just by lifting weights? If you want to get leaner, it’s time to start strength training. Here’s how to lift to lose fat.
The Truth About Refined Grains
When ground into flours, most grains act like sugar in the body, triggering weight gain, inflammation and blood-sugar imbalances. Here’s why whole kernels are a better option than processed grains.
PUMPING IRONY: A Matter of Trust
Only about a third of Americans say they have faith in doctors, a fact that may say more about the system than about the physicians.
Why Are My Hands and Feet Always Cold?
Thyroid issues, vitamin deficiency, and even anxiety can contribute to cold hands and feet. Here are some possible causes — and what you can do.
What’s the Best Way to Build Muscle Mass After an Illness or Injury?
Here’s how to rebuild lost muscle mass after being sick or experiencing an injury.
Unhack Your Smartphone
Keep your relationship with your device healthy and mindful by turning it into an ally rather than an adversary. Here are three easy smartphone-addiction hacks.
What Is Overtraining?
Are your workouts leaving you overwhelmed or overly sore? Before you blame it on overtraining syndrome, consider whether one of three more likely scenarios might be to blame.
Why Adults Need to Play Too
We leave many things behind as we mature. Our sense of play shouldn’t be one of them.
Pool Safety Essentials
Seven expert tips for keeping kids safe in and near water.
Purslane: Recipes, Techniques, and More
This succulent leafy vegetable is rich in omega-3s and melatonin.
Cultivating a Beginner’s Mind
How might life be different if we approached it without assumptions and preconceptions, without knowing anything at all.
Finding Purpose in the Second Half of Your Life
What do you have planned for the second half of your life? Executive coach Richard Leider offers insight on working, living, learning and loving what’s to come.
What Your Body Is Trying to Tell You, Part 3
Health experts explain possible causes for niggling symptoms, including snoring, night sweats, and eye twitching.
The New Caprese Salad
Add sliced ripe peaches to your salad for a twist on the traditional caprese.
How to Do the Overhead Squat
Finesse your form to improve full-body mobility and strengthen your Olympic snatch.
A Run on the Wild Side
One runner takes on the world’s wackiest races — and lives to write about it.
8 Life Time Date Night Ideas
Looking to change up your traditional date night? Try one of these healthy suggestions.
Louie McGee’s Success Story
A legally blind teenager commits to the race of a lifetime to inspire other visually impaired kids to find their own adventures.
What You Need to Know About Addiction and the Brain
Addiction is common — and it’s complicated.
From Fashion Stylist to Life Stylist: A Q&A With Luke Storey
A self-described “world-class biohacker” shares his favorite health-and-wellness tips.
Is CBD Effective?
What is CBD? Our integrative-health experts explain how cannabidiol works to relieve pain, anxiety, and more.
Behind the Scenes With Tamara Levitt (Video)
Go behind the scenes with author and mindfulness instructor Tamara Levitt — and get a peek at her beachside cover shoot — as she shares tips for living calmly, courageously, and compassionately.
5 No-Cook Summer Meals
Step away from the stove! These simple recipes will help you make the most of the season’s prime produce while keeping your cool.
An Active-Recovery Workout
Hit the reset button with this easy-does-it, recovery-enhancing workout.
MetCon for the Masses
This eight-week metcon workout builds strength and burns fat — all in a short, sweet, and sweaty metabolic-conditioning package.
Creating Calm: Tamara Levitt
App content producer Tamara Levitt is helping millions of people learn to find balance and presence amid life’s chaos.
MetCon for the Masses
This eight-week metcon workout builds strength and burns fat — all in a short, sweet, and sweaty metabolic-conditioning package.
PUMPING IRONY: Is Two Better Than One?
Exercise offers antiaging benefits as does a popular drug. So combining them should boost longevity, right? Not so much.
Tomato and Jalapeño Toasts
Try this spicy, citrusy take on bruschetta during your next camping trip.
Running Your First 5K? Start Here.
Try this “beginner’s running recipe” from Life Time Run to get yourself race-ready.
Elevate Summer Sipping With These Worthy Goods
Everything you need for the perfect backyard beverage.
Running Your First 5K? Start Here.
Try this “beginner’s running recipe” from Life Time Run to get yourself race-ready.
Campfire Bibimbap
This vegan take on Korean bibimbap is packed with crunchy veggies like bean sprouts, carrots, and kimchi.
How Can I Work Through the Grief of Losing My Pet?
Here are four tips to help you cope with the loss of a beloved pet.
One Word: Plastics
Plastic is everywhere — even our guts. A recent study found nine different types of plastic in study participants.
5 Tips to Recover Better
You can’t build your fitness without recovery.
Can Exercise Improve Your Gut Health?
Endurance training may alter our microbiome for good, according to a recent study.
Should Women Try the Keto Diet?
Some women don’t do well with the keto diet, while others do. It might come down to hormones, says one expert.
7 Tips to Make the Most of Your Freshly Picked Strawberries
Chef Andrew Zimmern shares his tips for making the most of your freshly picked strawberry haul.
How to Practice Gratitude
What does appreciation really mean, and why is there so little of it to go around these days? Discover how you can put gratitude into action.
5 Creative Ways to Use a Rice Cooker
Here are some unexpected ways to use a rice cooker.
Skillet-Baked Brie
Who says you need to bake Brie in an oven? Try this campfire recipe, which heats up Brie in a cast-iron skillet with toasted pecans and a bit of brown sugar.
A Change of Perspective
Why taking a global view more often is good for us all.
3 Questions for Any Couple
Does your “attachment style” clash with your partner? Here are three questions to ask to help your relationship become more secure.
Everyday Food Disasters
Disaster planning has become a way of life — except in the kitchen. A little forethought, however, can help you avert a bad food day.
How to Be a Minimalist: 7 Thoughts on Simplifying Your Life
Be more with less. Here are tips for minimalist living — downsizing your life, your possessions, and your schedule — from author and blogger Joshua Becker.
Soccer Drills and Techniques to Up Your Game
Drills on and off the field will deliver the skills for soccer success.
16 Ways to Make the Most of Your Pool Day
Head to Life Time to enjoy the Beach Club experience and pool time summer fun.
16 Ways to Make the Most of Your Pool Day
Head to Life Time to enjoy the Beach Club experience and pool time summer fun.
16 Ways to Make the Most of Your Pool Day
Head to Life Time to enjoy the Beach Club experience and pool time summer fun.
PUMPING IRONY: We All Fall Down
Elderly Americans are dying from falls at an alarming rate. I’m counting on some lessons learned through painful experience to help me avoid that fate.
What Are the Benefits of Walking With Trekking Poles?
The hiking community is divided on the potential benefits of trekking poles. Our expert weighs in.
Plus-Size Wellness Advocate Sarah Sapora Talks About Getting Healthy
One woman’s journey to create a healthier life for herself led her to become a wellness advocate for people of all sizes.
Steak Skewers With Harissa
Homemade harissa — a zesty North African chili paste — is the key to these ribeye-steak skewers.
How to Overcome Shame
Don’t let shame limit your life or hinder your potential. Renowned shame researcher, Brené Brown, PhD, along with other experts, offer guidance on how to effectively respond to and overcome the effects of it.
16 Family-Friendly Summer Activities
Get excited to make this summer extra fun with these simple, cost effective ideas.
8 Tips for Healthy Summer Skin
An esthetician offers tips for enjoying the warmer weather without succumbing to the harmful effects of the sun’s rays.
The Aesthetics of Joy
Ingrid Fetell Lee on design principles that spark positivity and help us to find moments joy of happiness.
THE LIVING EXPERIMENT: Asking
Ever feel uncomfortable asking for what you want? Learn how to make requests that support your desires and serve your relationships.
The Stages of Change
Break a habit. Achieve a goal. Transform your life. Here’s a look at the six parts of Prochaska’s stages of change.
The Great Outdoors
Glamping has its place. Now it’s time to experience real wilderness.
Do Women Experience More Stress Than Men?
The stress gap between men and women may be growing, according to recent research. Here are three ways to manage stress — for everyone.
How to Be a Citizen Scientist
Participating in research projects can connect you with nature, fight climate change, and strengthen your community.
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: Adventure Quest
Our fitness editor tests the waters on a paddleboard — and discovers the benefits of leaving her comfort zone.
PUMPING IRONY: Memories of the Mundane
You don’t need to check off items on a bucket list to convince yourself that you’ve lived a full life. Some of the most memorable experiences occur with no planning whatsoever.
Does Celery Juice Have Benefits for My Gut?
Our expert weighs in on the health benefits of drinking celery juice.
The Benefits of Forest Bathing
A shinrin-yoku retreat provides opportunities to rebuild a healthy connection with nature and improve your well-being.
The Purposefully Primitive Workout
Our ancestors built their amazing functional fitness through intense, daily physical demands and a no-nonsense, super-basic diet. There’s no reason why we can’t do the same.
Grilled Corn With Ancho-Lime Mayo and Cilantro
This take on Mexican street corn pairs a spicy mayo with grilled corn.
Farewell, 98.6º F
What is a ‘normal’ body temperature? Many recent studies say 98.6 degrees F may be too high.
Wired for Love: Are You an Anchor, an Island, or a Wave?
Renowned couples’ therapist Stan Tatkin explains how three “attachment styles” affect our relationships — and how we can become more secure with our partners.
How to Do the Kettlebell Snatch
Take control of this dynamic move to burn fat and build strength.
Ingredients to Avoid in Personal-Care Products
Looking for safe and non-toxic shampoos, lotions, and other personal-care products? Try to avoid these ingredients.
Behind the Scenes With Eduardo Garcia (Video)
Go behind the scenes with chef and outdoorsman Eduardo Garcia and learn how losing his hand taught him to appreciate life even more.
4 Stretches Your Can Do With a Partner
Put some oomph into your stretching routine with these buddy-assisted moves.
5 Ways to Find More Time for Family Meals
Psychologist and family therapist Anne Fishel, PhD, offers several strategies for finding more time to dine together.
7 Natural Alternatives to Antibiotics
The growing threat of antibiotic resistance is leading some researchers and doctors to investigate the power of natural remedies.
Partner Workouts
Grab a pal and head outside to tackle this built-for-two routine.
Umami: The Secret Flavor
Sweet, sour, salty, and bitter. These are the four familiar tastes we’ve come to know best. And then there’s the fifth flavor — umami.
Campfire Cuisine
Yes, you can camp out and still create healthy, whole-food meals.
How to Create a Low-Mosquito Garden
Want to keep these pesky insects at bay? Here are nine plants that repel mosquitoes — naturally.
Does Oregano Oil Work to Fight Colds?
What are the health benefits of oregano oil? This essential oil has antibiotic properties, so does it work to fight colds?
What You Need to Know About the Keto Diet
Is the keto diet safe? Nutrition experts explain the pros and cons of this popular protocol.
The Real-Fitness Manifesto
Our best fitness tips to help you move well, recover fully, and achieve your fittest life.
Taking Charge: Eduardo Garcia
A near-death experience left Eduardo Garcia without a left hand, but it taught him the power of self-acceptance, curiosity, and community in healing — and in living life to its fullest.
Thai Stir-Fry
Serve this tofu-and-veggie-packed dish over noodles or rice.
A Rough Guide to Histamine Foods
Here are foods to track if you suspect a histamine intolerance.
How Stress Affects Your Body
Understand how stress operates in your body — and how to reduce stress and build resilience.
Quick on His Feet: A Q&A With NPR’s Peter Sagal
The host of Wait Wait. . .Don’t Tell Me! talks about his new book and how running 14 marathons changed his life.
PUMPING IRONY: Ignorance Is Bliss
Precision medicine hopes to revolutionize healthcare by revealing everything that’s going on in your body. It seems I’m not the only one who would prefer to be left in the dark.
THE LIVING EXPERIMENT: Eating Out
Restaurant dining can present big challenges for health-motivated eaters. These strategies can help you make the best of your available options.
How to Power Clean
Olympic lifts are designed to give athletes more full-body strength and power. Two renowned Olympic coaches show us proper power-clean form.
7 Tips for Healthier Grilled Food
Summer is so close, you can almost smell it — along with hamburgers, chicken, and other backyard barbecue classics. A growing body of research, however, finds that grilling season can be hard on your health if you eat charred meat or inhale too much smoke.
The Truth About Postpartum Hormones and Healing: A Q&A With Aviva Romm, MD
An integrative-medicine doc, who is also a midwife, shares the ins and outs of postpartum hormones — plus tips to support yourself.
Warm Bacon and Kale Salad With Soft-Boiled Eggs
Substitute any leafy greens you have on hand, such as chard or spinach, for the kale.
Intuitive Eating for Weight Loss
As an alternative to doomed diet regimens, some weight-loss experts recommend tuning in to our own instincts and trying intuitive eating. But are our bodies’ cravings always a good guide?
The Case for Heirloom Produce
Our food columnist discovers the true value of heirloom foods.
Supreme Good
On doing good for the sake of doing good.
Jason Schanta’s Success Story
Connecting with his bigger why helped one man kick his emotional-eating habit and learn to love working out.
How Do I Freshen Up After a Bike Commute to Work?
Even if you don’t have a shower at your workplace, you can still ride your bike to work. Here are some tips on cleaning up.
PUMPING IRONY: Camera Shy
24/7 surveillance may deter abuse in long-term care facilities, but even its advocates admit it’s no panacea.
The Mindful Food Journal
If you track what’s on your plate as well as what’s happening in your mind and body, you can learn what doesn’t work for you — and build on what does.
Gather Around
More than a place to set our meals, our tables are a place to connect and share.
COMING CLEAN: Mom Needs a Timeout
We all need a break to recalibrate. How I’m using my timeouts for self-care.
Savory Overnight Oats With Veggies and Chèvre
Sautéed mushrooms add a rich umami flavor to this savory bowl of oatmeal.
Brighter Beauty Care: A Q&A With Michelle Ranavat of Ranavat Botanics
The founder of the Ayurvedic product line shares her advice for healthy skin.
Volunteer Vacations
Service trips benefit others — and they leave you with a rewarding experience.
Taste of the Nation: A Q&A With Edward Lee
Chef and restaurateur Edward Lee leaves his kitchen to explore the delicious world of America’s immigrant cuisines.