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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.
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.
Is Adrenal Fatigue a Real Thing?
Learn about this energy-depleting hormonal condition.
Kicking the Sugar Habit: How One Life Time Member Stopped Cravings and Found Success
“My addiction to sugar is gone.”
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 Are Workouts Different Than Exercise Programs?
Which one is right for you depends on your fitness aspirations.
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.
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.
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.
3 Ways to Get Hydrated — That Aren’t Plain Water
Try one of these three creative ways to boost your body’s hydration levels.
How Procrastination Can Sabotage Your Weight-Loss Goals
Plus, five ways to stop delaying your health and fitness efforts.
7 No-Prep Convenient Snack Ideas
Next time hunger hits and you’re short on time, try grabbing one of these healthy options.
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.
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.