Molly Kopischke
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Gingerbread Protein Bites
Tastes like the cookie, but with a boost of protein and no refined sugar.
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.”
Why Magnesium?
Magnesium is one of the most prevalent minerals in the body, impacting how we feel and function every day — yet it’s also the second most common nutrient deficiency behind vitamin D. In this mini episode, Samantha McKinney, RD, CPT, explains magnesium’s far-reaching role in our health and offers tips for making sure our bodies have optimal levels.
Chicken Bacon Ranch Bowl
Combine this classic trio of flavors with veggies for a delicious and nutritious meal.
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?
Coach Nick’s Busy Morning Breakfast Smoothie
Blend up Coach Nick’s favorite shake for on-the-go morning fuel.
A Closer Look at Health Care
Our health-care industry can be confusing and difficult to navigate — and it presents challenges when the lifestyle changes that can help manage or prevent illnesses aren’t considered. Marty Makary, MPH, offers a transparent look at the industry and underscores why lifestyle changes are such important factors in the quality of our health.
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.”
Is Intermittent Fasting Right for You?
Intermittent fasting is referred to in various terms — 16:8, alternate-day fasting, 5:2, time-restricted eating. But even if you’re simply just choosing to wait to eat until your first hunger pang, this practice can result in some significant and positive health effects when done thoughtfully. Paul Kriegler, RD, LD, CPT, walks through the different methods of this dietary approach, including the benefits it can provide and guidance for those interested in trying it.
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.
Turkey Pumpkin Chili
Pumpkin adds fall flavor — and a boost of nutrients — to this comforting chili.
Why Vitamin D?
Vitamin D is the most common micronutrient deficiency — but it’s also one that we can prevent with relative ease. In this mini episode, Anika Christ, RD, CPT, explains why vitamin D is critical to our health, including its role in immunity, and offers ways we can make sure our bodies get optimal levels.
Habit Help for the Holiday Season
A four-step plan for solidifying healthy behaviors despite the obstacles of this time of year.
Why Pilates?
Pilates is a system of exercise designed to train the entire body— from the core out — and it can offer benefits to nearly everyone, regardless of fitness ability or level. In this mini episode, Pilates expert Kathryn Coyle explains the far-reaching advantages of Pilates and offers tips for getting started.
Pear-Fig Bites
This easy-to-make appetizer turns in-season pears into a bite-size sharable perfect for holiday gatherings.
When the Hard Stuff Happens . . .
At one point or another in all our lives, we will all go through hard things. We typically can’t prepare for them and they can catch us off guard, and yet we often often judge ourselves for how we react or behave in those moments — and after. Nora McInerny, author, podcast creator, and public speaker, joins us in this episode to talk about how to cope during those times, the ways they shape and change us, and why we can never move on or go back, but we can move forward.
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.
Why Kettlebells?
Kettlebells are a ballistic tool that can be used for building strength, endurance, and mobility. They’re versatile and modifiable, and can benefit everyone, regardless of fitness level. In this mini episode, Maggie Fazeli Fard, RKC, senior fitness editor at Experience Life, shares the benefits of and tips for making kettlebells part of your fitness regimen.
Pumpkin Pie Protein Shake
Enjoy the taste of this beloved fall pie in a healthy, blendable shake.
Straight From the Coaches: Your Health & Fitness Questions, Answered
What do I do if I’m not seeing results? How often do I need to exercise? How many calories should I be eating? Life Time coaches Samantha McKinney, RD, CPT, and Lindsay Ogden, CPT, join us to answer the most common health and fitness questions they hear from our members — including these ones and more.