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5 Markers For Every Health-Conscious Person to Know

By Samantha McKinney, RD, CPT

Regularly testing for and tracking these markers can provide invaluable insights to the course of your health journey.

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3 Habits Life Time Dietitians Do on the Regular

By Samantha McKinney, RD, CPT

Strategies that help set them up for daily nutritional success.

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Becoming an Effective Fat Burner: How to Build Your Aerobic Base

By Samantha McKinney, RD, CPT

The benefits of burning fat efficiently go well beyond aesthetics. Here’s advice for how to do it — and not stress your system.

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3 Unexpected Traits of a Great Personal Trainer

By Samantha McKinney, RD, CPT

Look for these attributes to find a personal trainer unparalleled in the experience they provide and change they elicit.

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Expert Picks for Plant-Based Proteins

By Samantha McKinney, RD, CPT

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.

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3 Tips to Succeed in Your First 5K

By Samantha McKinney, RD, CPT

Participating in a running event or race? Consider this expert advice as you begin your training.

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3 Unique Ways to Assess Your Heart Health

By Samantha McKinney, RD, CPT

These simple-to-conduct assessments can provide valuable insights into the health of your heart — and guidance for your fitness regimen.

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A Barre Fusion Fun Workout

By Samantha McKinney, RD, CPT

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.

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Your “Press Play” Workout Plan: Introducing the 5/40 Fit Program

By Samantha McKinney, RD, CPT

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.

The Draney family and their personal trainers at Life Time.

A Whole-Family Health Transformation: Meet the Draney’s

By Samantha McKinney, RD, CPT

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.

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4 Steps to Eating Less Sugar

By Samantha McKinney, RD, CPT

Looking to reduce your sugar intake? Here are a few easy-to-implement strategies.

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Is Adrenal Fatigue a Real  Thing?

By Samantha McKinney, RD, CPT

Learn about this energy-depleting hormonal condition.

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Expert Answers: Should I Supplement With Melatonin?

By Samantha McKinney, RD, CPT

A Life Time dietitian shares what to know if you’re considering this supplement to support your sleep.

Coach Anika

Is Life Time’s 21-Day Lean + Tone Program Right For You?

By Samantha McKinney, RD, CPT

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.

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Is Life Time’s 6-Week Shred Training Program Right For You?

By Samantha McKinney, RD, CPT

Everything to know about this digital exercise program that uses a strength-focused split routine to help participants achieve fat loss and muscle toning.

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Why Drinking Water Alone Isn’t Enough to Stay Hydrated

By Samantha McKinney, RD, CPT

Consuming adequate amounts of water daily is essential — but you also need to ensure your body holds on to those fluids.

A man using Pilates equipment.

Why More Men Could Benefit From Pilates

By Samantha McKinney, RD, CPT

From supporting athleticism and recovery to increasing mobility and strength, there’s no question the advantages of incorporating Pilates into your fitness regimen.

Individuals working out in a group training class setting, using medicine balls and dumbbells.

How Are Workouts Different Than Exercise Programs?

By Samantha McKinney, RD, CPT

Which one is right for you depends on your fitness aspirations.

Three women working out together in a health club, lying on their backs using dumbbells.

How Exercise Programming Can Be a Game-Changer

By Samantha McKinney, RD, CPT

Why an expertly-designed exercise program can be better than workouts alone for those going after fitness goals.

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