Fitness
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I Know I Should Exercise But . . .
Understand the reasons why we often don’t move and gain tools for moving past mental barriers to exercise.
Your First Week of Classes at Life Time
A seven-day guide to starting a classes workout routine at your athletic country club.
The Go-To Healthy-Living Habits of 4 Minnesota Vikings Cheerleaders
These high-performance athletes reveal their non-negotiables around health that help them be their best — on and off the field.
What’s In Your Workout Bag?
Six Life Time Performers offer a peek at what they pack in preparation for a successful workout experience.
5 Great Reasons to Exercise Outdoors
Working out in any setting is good for you, but moving your body in nature can lower anxiety, improve concentration and creativity, and foster a deeper sense of connection and purpose.
Why Physical Activity Is the Best Predictor of Mortality
New research suggests that your daily step count might help predict how long you’ll live.
An Ayurvedic Approach to Fitness
Connecting with your dosha can revitalize your workout routine.
The Benefits of Adding a Weighted Vest to Your Fitness Routine
Want stronger bones and muscles? Try wearing a weighted vest when you work out.
Looking to Improve Your Endurance and Athletic Performance? Try Building Your Heat Tolerance.
A Life Time personal trainer shares how training to tolerate high temps can unlock endurance gains and boost athletic performance.
All About The Body Blueprint
Get an inside look at Coach Hayley Akradi’s approach to fitness training and how it’s influenced the eight-week Body Blueprint digital program, available for anyone who’s aiming to build strength and hypertrophy.
Exercising With Arthritis: Trainer Tips for Joint-Friendly Fitness
A Dynamic Personal Trainer outlines the exercise modalities recommended for those with arthritis.
How to Do the L-Sit
This acrobatic feat helps build full-body strength and rock-solid core stability. Here’s how to build up to this impressive move.
The Benefits of Training With Your Heels Up
Lifting your heels while exercising can prevent injury and boost athleticism. Try it out by adding these moves into your strength routine.
Why More Adults Should Play Hopscotch
Hopscotch isn’t just for kids. Level up your fitness by adding this childhood classic to your next functional training session.
7 Pelvic-Floor Exercises for Men
Incorporate these movements into your daily fitness routine to create a balanced and healthy pelvic floor.
Running the Long Race
From being inspired by her grandfather to run to becoming an Olympian and finding fulfillment in post-Olympic life, long-distance runner Kara Goucher has lived a life marked with many accomplishments — as well as challenges that she’s risen to meet with vulnerability and courage.
5 Fun Facts About the New Pickleball from Life Time
The innovative design of the LT Pro 48 pickleball — named the official ball of the Carvana PPA tour — prioritizes durability, sustainability, and consistent play for all levels.
Grip, Swing, Repeat! Why More Adults Should Hit the Monkey Bars
Improve your grip and upper body strength by reintroducing this classic playground favorite into your strength routine.
The Biggest Stage in Singles Pickleball: What Is the LT Open?
Learn all about Life Time’s inaugural national pickleball tournament.
How to Do a Cartwheel
Tumble your way to strong! Here’s how to master the cartwheel for core power, coordination, and confidence.
Core, Tone, Reform: What Is CTR at Life Time?
Step inside the studio for a peek at CTR, the newest athletic reformer class for Life Time members.