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Do Energy Gels Really Work?
They are best for certain types of exercise, says our expert. Here are tips on when to take them and what to look for when choosing a gel.
4 Tips to Make the Most of Your Midday Walk
Whatever your workday looks like, odds are you could use an occasional break. Here are some tips that can help.
4 Drills for Open-Water Swimming
Strength, sighting, and a willingness to face your fear can set you up for success in open-water swimming. Here are some drills and tips.
Why Workout Recovery Days Are Essential for Optimal Fitness
The key to getting stronger, faster, or fitter is giving yourself time to recover properly between workouts. Learn how to leverage your rest days to reach your fitness goals.
Lift to Lose Weight
Can you lose weight just by lifting weights? If you want to get leaner, it’s time to start strength training. Here’s how to lift to lose fat.
What’s the Best Way to Build Muscle Mass After an Illness or Injury?
Here’s how to rebuild lost muscle mass after being sick or experiencing an injury.
What Is Overtraining?
Are your workouts leaving you overwhelmed or overly sore? Before you blame it on overtraining syndrome, consider whether one of three more likely scenarios might be to blame.
Pool Safety Essentials
Seven expert tips for keeping kids safe in and near water.
How to Do the Overhead Squat
Finesse your form to improve full-body mobility and strengthen your Olympic snatch.
A Run on the Wild Side
One runner takes on the world’s wackiest races — and lives to write about it.
8 Life Time Date Night Ideas
Looking to change up your traditional date night? Try one of these healthy suggestions.
Louie McGee’s Success Story
A legally blind teenager commits to the race of a lifetime to inspire other visually impaired kids to find their own adventures.
An Active-Recovery Workout
Hit the reset button with this easy-does-it, recovery-enhancing workout.
MetCon for the Masses
This eight-week metcon workout builds strength and burns fat — all in a short, sweet, and sweaty metabolic-conditioning package.
Running Your First 5K? Start Here.
Try this “beginner’s running recipe” from Life Time Run to get yourself race-ready.
Soccer Drills and Techniques to Up Your Game
Drills on and off the field will deliver the skills for soccer success.
16 Ways to Make the Most of Your Pool Day
Head to Life Time to enjoy the Beach Club experience and pool time summer fun.
What Are the Benefits of Walking With Trekking Poles?
The hiking community is divided on the potential benefits of trekking poles. Our expert weighs in.
Plus-Size Wellness Advocate Sarah Sapora Talks About Getting Healthy
One woman’s journey to create a healthier life for herself led her to become a wellness advocate for people of all sizes.
The Stages of Change
Break a habit. Achieve a goal. Transform your life. Here’s a look at the six parts of Prochaska’s stages of change.