Planning workouts isn’t for everyone: Perhaps you’re too busy, uncertain of how to get the results you’re after, or are simply uninterested in spending time mapping out sets, reps, and rest. The good news is, whether you’re new to fitness or just don’t want to overthink every workout, Life Time offers many ways to stay active that require minimal mental lift.
We rounded up several of those options to help you engage in a solid workout routine without any planning. All you have to do is either show up at the club or open your Life Time app.
Signature Group Training
At Life Time, you’ll find several signature group training program options that pair the effectiveness of a science-backed plan with the motivation that arises from a group setting under the direction of a coach.
The options — GTX, Alpha, Ultra Fit, and MB360 — offer something for all interests and goals. GTX is a 50/50 blend of cardio and strength work; Alpha is focused on Olympic weightlifting and metabolic conditioning; Ultra Fit offers sprint-interval training combined with balance and strength efforts; and MB360 is a mind-body program that melds meditation and mobility work with functional strength and conditioning exercises.
“Signature group training is Life Time’s middle ground between working out on your own and working with a personal trainer,” explains Wes Robertson, senior classes operations manager. “These programs are for everyone; it’s all about finding the format that works best for you and building your routine from there. No matter which format you choose, there’s a dedicated coach who will take you through a challenging workout in a group setting.”
These classes are programmed by fitness professionals to keep you feeling challenged and help you continue seeing results. Once you’re in class, a coach will guide you through the workout and customize it to your needs. If you require modifications for a certain move or need encouragement to pick up heavier weights, your coach is there for you.
“It’s like having a personal trainer program workouts for you,” says Sydney Kaye, group training coach at Life Time in Edina, Minn. “Each format consists of science-backed programming — similar to how a personal trainer would design workouts to keep you progressing — only you’re doing it in a group setting.”
(Learn more: “Why Life Time Group Training?” and “What’s Your Signature Group Training Class Personality?”)
How easy is it to engage in Signature Group Training? Pick the format you’re interested in and reserve your spot in class in the Life Time app.
Studio Classes
Also on the schedule at Life Time are hundreds of group fitness classes each week with options for everyone from beginners to seasoned fitness enthusiasts. Class possibilities include strength, cardio, yoga, barre, indoor cycle, boxing and kickboxing, and dance. There are enough choices to pique all interests, add variety, and build a well-rounded regimen.
“Our studio classes serve a wide range of fitness abilities and goals, and each class is guided by a certified fitness professional,” says Emma Graves, class collection brand specialist and Dynamic Personal Trainer at Life Time in Chicago. “These classes are uniquely designed to be perfect for beginners, while also giving fitness veterans ample opportunities to push themselves and continue to level up.”
With all of the available class options, it’s easy to mix and match them to create a weekly routine that works for you. For those who prefer to follow a pre-made plan, Graves built this seven-day guide to starting a classes-based workout routine at your athletic country club.
If you can’t make it to the club, there are also on-demand and live-stream classes available in the Life Time app. New on-demand classes are added every week and live-stream classes are available every day.
How easy is it to take a studio class? Browse the schedule in the Life Time app to find your desired class and time and reserve your spot in class.
Just Ask L•AI•C
In the Life Time app, L•AI•C (pronounced “lay-see”) is Life Time’s AI companion that can help you create workouts that match your interests, needs, and goals. The workouts are all designed by Life Time fitness professionals.
You can also search for workouts by select coaches or routines that target specific body parts. For example, if you’re looking for an upper-body strength workout, simply search “upper-body strength workout” and several options will appear. Other search examples might include, “Help me find an exercise for my biceps,” “Find me a program to increase body tone,” “Give me a workout from Jessie,” or “Tell me how to use the lat pull-down machine.”
You can even ask L•AI•C to build the type of workout you want and then add it directly to your app so you can track reps, sets, and weights, as well as monitor your progress. You can schedule it for the day that works best for you, too.
Over time, L•AI•C will remember your workout preferences, ensuring that the workouts you’re completing and tracking are relevant to your specific health goals. (Learn more: “Just Ask L•AI•C: Life Time’s Health and Wellness Companion.”)
How easy is it to get help from L•AI•C? Open L•AI•C in the Life Time app and ask it for your desired workout.
Dynamic Personal Training
For those seeking a more individualized fitness experience or one-on-one guidance and accountability, working with a Dynamic Personal Trainer might be the right choice. These trainers design a workout program customized for you based on your goals including strength and cardio exercises, how much weight and what equipment to use, and recovery recommendations. It’s all planned out for you.
“When it comes to personal training, Life Time’s philosophy involves creating an uncompromised experience and supporting every aspect of a healthy lifestyle,” says Anna Taylor, CPT, Dynamic Personal Trainer at Life Time in Woodbury, Minn. “Our Dynamic Personal Trainers focus on building a relationship with their clients so we can provide the best support, accountability, and motivation for them.” (Learn more: “Achieve Your Fitness Goals With Dynamic Personal Training.”)
How easy is it to get started with a Dynamic Personal Trainer? All members can sign up for a complimentary Intro to Dynamic Personal Training session in the Life Time app. Otherwise, find the trainer at your club whose specializations best match your goals and book a session in the Life Time app.
Digital Training Programs
Within the Life Time app, there are several complimentary programs expertly designed by trainers and dietitians to bring you best-in-class programming and the information needed to make sustainable change. Many of these programs also include time-based workout programming that varies in length and focus, offering something for everyone. (Learn more: “Take Your Pick: Which Life Time Digital Weight Loss & Training Program Is Right for You?”)
How easy is it to find a digital training program? Ask L•AI•C to help you find the program that best aligns with your goals or preferences. You can also browse all options in Workouts and Programs section of the Life Time app.
Private or Semi-Private Pilates Classes
As fitness experts tout the advantages of low-impact, mobility-forward workouts, the popularity of Pilates continues to rise. And for those looking for guided reformer Pilates workouts, Life Time offers both private and semi-private instruction. All you have to do is walk into the studio; your Pilates workout is fully planned and guided by a certified instructor.
“If you have any interest in Pilates, give it a try!” encourages Theresa Barone, director of Pilates at Life Time. “Our goal at Life Time is to create a positive experience for everybody, no matter your exercise background. Our instructors spend hundreds of hours to become certified and are here to help you reach your goals.
“The two introductory experiences we offer, Discover Pilates and Intro to Pilates, are very calm and welcoming experiences,” she adds. “The door is shut; we’re away from prying eyes. We are just focused on you and your goals.”
How easy is it to take a Pilates class? All members can sign up for a complimentary Intro to Pilates session or Discover Pilates class in the Life Time app. You can also sign up for ongoing private classes or semi-private classes in the Life Time app.
