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The Science of Strength
Fundamental muscle and strength is something we all need. Ebenezer Samuel, CSCS, fitness director of Men’s Health, joins us to delve into the science of strength, including what it does for our physical health and other aspects of our well-being. He shares how to make strength training more accessible and create a quality workout plan, regardless of our fitness level or experience with this type of training.
Cullen Jones’s Success Story
A near-death drowning experience inspired this Olympic gold medalist to boost representation and help others learn to swim.
Diversifying the Outdoors
Meet athletes, coaches, and advocates who are working to make outdoor activities accessible and welcoming for all.
The SAQ Workout
Increase your power, coordination, and cardio capacity with speed, agility, and quickness (SAQ) training.
Wild Heart: Katie Boué
The climber, educator, and outdoor advocate wants us to let go of preconceived notions of what it means to be “outdoorsy.”
Moving With Ease
Our fitness editor talks about the fine line between working hard and working against yourself.
A Simplified Guide to Pre- and Post-Workout Nutrition
Wondering how to optimize your pre- and post-workout nutrition strategies? Hear from a Life Time dietitian about the most important things to consider.
Strength Training: Total Body vs. Split Workouts
Learn which training approach is right for you.
Why Being Around Water Is So Good for Our Psyches
A marine biologist on why water calms our brains.
5 Machines You’re Not Using But Ought to Be
Don’t walk by these machines the next time you’re at the health club — hop on.
The 8-Station Family Fitness Circuit
Take a break and have some active time together with these challenging — but fun — exercises.
5 Reasons Why Training in a Group Can Get You Better Results
No matter what your personal goals are.
6 Tips to Build Grip Strength
Here are six grip strengthening exercises to enhance your grip for improved joint health, athletic performance, and longevity.
How 3 Moms Use Life Time
Meet three women who use their memberships for both family-fun and much-deserved me-time.
5 Pilates Moves for a Strong Foundation
These five moves could be the key to more speed, endurance, and resilience on the bike, in the water, and on the road.
How to Do the Cat-Cow
This two-part flow warms and unwinds the body, stretches the core, and mobilizes the entire spine.
How to Improve Your Grip Strength
Train your grip strength for joint health, athletic performance — and your own longevity.
Inspired to Move
Movement can take many shapes and forms outside of structured workouts. Kaisa Keranen, CPT — AKA KaisaFit — flips the script on common perceptions of fitness, including explaining the power and benefit that comes from moving our bodies often and in ways that feel good and bring us joy.
The Science Behind the Stretch
Why stretching goes beyond just muscles.
Bring on Summer: Week 3 Workouts
Continue your fitness efforts with week three of our three-week workout plan.