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Changing Lives
For these eight Life Time members, choosing fitness changed everything.
Becoming a Pickleballer
With Ben Johns
Ben Johns is one of the top-ranked pickleball players worldwide, and at just 23, he has been labeled the “the present (and future) of pickleball.” In this episode, he joins us to talk about this inclusive and increasingly popular sport, including how he went from playing for fun to playing pro, what he thinks makes him a good player, and why the sport is so appealing for so many of us.
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Behind the Scenes Ben Johns (Video)
Go behind the scenes at our cover shoot with top-ranked pickleball pro Ben Johns as he talks about the joys of pickleball.
Pickleballer: Ben Johns
At just 23, world-champion pickleball player Ben Johns sees endless potential — for the sport, his pro career, and the future.
All About Heart-Rate Training: How to Use it to Maximize Your Fitness Efforts
With Danny King, Master Trainer
Heart rate can be a powerful tool for building fitness and seeing results from your exercise regimen. Danny King, Master Trainer, shares what to know about heart-rate training, including what it is, how to use it in your workouts, and the ways you can identify the key metrics needed for yourself.
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Becoming an Effective Fat Burner: How to Build Your Aerobic Base
The benefits of burning fat efficiently go well beyond aesthetics. Here’s advice for how to do it — and not stress your system.
Celebrating All the Dads Out There
And one in particular for the cofounder of Life Time’s ARORA program.
PUMPING IRONY: When Pondering Old Age, Think Positive
Cultural messages about the perils of old age often make it tempting to assume the worst about what lies ahead, but a new book argues that an upbeat view of aging can actually lead to a longer, more fulfilling life.
The Ultra Fit Challenge
This cutting-edge workout combines strength, cardio, and neurological training to challenge your body and brain through every stage of life.
Camping Essentials
Planning a camping trip this summer? Check out our guide, which includes suggestions on how to build a fire, the best campfire cuisine, how to safely camp alone, and more.
3 Unexpected Traits of a Great Personal Trainer
Look for these attributes to find a personal trainer unparalleled in the experience they provide and change they elicit.
All Together Now: The Parent-Child Workout
Have fun with fitness with this body-weight workout built for parents and kids of all ages.
8 Ideas for Intergenerational Fun at Life Time
Discover some entertaining, healthy ways that grandparents can spend quality time with their grandkids at our athletic country clubs.
More Than a Water Workout
How one team member’s mom has found her community, her class, her place at Life Time.
Can Exercise Build Brain “Muscle”?
Yes, according to recent research — and it might also help reduce the neuroinflammation connected with Alzheimer's.
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: Coming Into Focus
After years of perceived failures, our fitness editor reimagines the purpose of setting goals.
How Much Cardio Do You Really Need?
Don't just "do cardio." Transform your conditioning program by doing the right amount and intensity to drive results.
Everything You Always Wanted to Know About Sweat
Discover the fun, fascinating, funky truth about all things sweaty.
Birdie Wermy’s Success Story
How a grueling relay started one Indigenous runner on a path toward a healthier, happier life.
How to Take a Risk
Risk is about more than ignoring your fears or your better judgment: Taking intentional, measured risks in your endeavors can help you cultivate courage that serves in other areas of your life.
An ARORA Transformation
How a career shift to leading Life Time’s active aging initiative transformed one Life Time executive’s own health and well-being.