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Lessons Learned

Experience Life's editor in chief on what she's learned in the pages of EL over 25 years.
By Jamie Martin
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Bahram Akradi

First, Know Thyself

Life Time's founder and CEO shares why understanding your body’s unique needs matters more than diving into the latest health trend.
By Bahram Akradi
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Renewed Strength

Experience Life's editor in chief reflects on how a change in her fitness routine led to a stronger body and renewed mental health.
By Jamie Martin
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Bahram Akradi

An Unexpected Question

Life Time CEO and founder Bahram Akradi was struck by a simple question. You might be, too.
By Bahram Akradi
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PUMPING IRONY: Aging in Place

Results of a new study suggest that where we choose to live may trigger cellular changes that accelerate the aging process. What happens to those changes when we move is less clear.
By Craig Cox
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PUMPING IRONY: Money and Memory

Can financial problems in middle age and beyond cause memory loss and cognitive decline? Recent research suggests a troubling association, while my own experience offers a more nuanced view.
By Craig Cox
ColumnsPumping Irony
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PUMPING IRONY: A Breathtaking Trend

As cigarettes continue to fall out of favor, lung cancer cases continue to decline — except among nonsmokers. Recent research highlights the diagnostic and treatment challenges they face.
By Craig Cox
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Easy to Digest

Experience Life’s editor in chief reflects on how the eighth annual Food Issue brings EL’s food and nutrition philosophy to life.
By Jamie Martin
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Bahram Akradi

The Power of Simplification

Life Time CEO and founder Bahram Akradi on cutting through the noise and focusing on what truly matters.
By Bahram Akradi
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Looking Back, Moving Forward

Experience Life’s editor in chief reflects on the magazine’s ongoing evolution — and the enduring pillars of a healthy life.
By Jamie Martin
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Bahram Akradi

With Gratitude

A message of gratitude to Life Time members and employees from Life Time's founder and CEO.
By Bahram Akradi
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Precious Time

Experience Life editor in chief Jamie Martin on the importance of slowing down and spending time with your people.
By Jamie Martin
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Bahram Akradi

Reinvention in Action

How Life Time’s CEO decided to create a better pickleball — and improve the game in the process.
By Bahram Akradi
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Finding Her Way

Experience Life's editor in chief reflects on the sweet spot where purpose, belonging, and contentment meet.
By Jamie Martin
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Bahram Akradi

Ask L•AI•C

Discover Life Time’s new AI tool, L•AI•C. Hear from the founder about how it works and how it can support your health and wellness goals.
By Bahram Akradi
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Nourishing Nostalgia

Experience Life's editor in chief reflects on food, community, and weekly Sunday suppers at her grandparents' house.
By Jamie Martin
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Bahram Akradi

The Power of Purposeful Training

The founder, chairman, and CEO of Life Time shares the company's newest venture: LT Games. Are you ready?
By Bahram Akradi
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Bahram Akradi

From Dream to Reality

Bahram Akradi reflects on rediscovering your purpose and passion in life.
By Bahram Akradi
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Play It Again

What do Taylor Swift and Experience Life have in common? Read this to find out.
By Jamie Martin
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Bahram Akradi

An Unwavering Vision

Bahram Akradi shares his thoughts on founding Life Time more than 30 years ago and how the Life Time app is advancing his vision of empowering people everywhere to lead healthier, happier lives.
By Bahram Akradi
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The Strength Within

Jamie Martin, Experience Life's editor in chief, on how health and wellness practices can nurture and support resilience.
By Jamie Martin
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