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Ali Sorour playing pickleball

CHANGING LIVES: Ali Sorour

How choosing fitness helped one man cope with the grief of losing his wife of more than 40 years.

By Jill Patton, NBC-HWC

Member Stories Motivation & Inspiration

All in on Pickleball

This sport has captured our founder’s attention — and a lot of his time, too!

By Bahram Akradi

Columns Pickleball

Ben Johns

Talks — S5, EP11 / Becoming a Pickleballer

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.

With Ben Johns

Pickleball Sports & Recreation

Ben Johns playing picklball

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.

By Experience Life Staff

Pickleball Sports & Recreation

Ben Johns pickleball champion

Pickleballer: Ben Johns

At just 23, world-champion pickleball player Ben Johns sees endless potential — for the sport, his pro career, and the future.

By Michael Dregni

Pickleball Sports & Recreation

Ajay Pant

Talks — S5, EP2 / Why Pickleball?

Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in America — but why? Ajay Pant shares the reasons the sport has exploded in popularity and what it is about the game that hooks players of all ages and experience levels once they give it a try.

With Ajay Pant

Healthy Aging Pickleball

a man performs a side lunge

The Racquet-Sport Workout

This off-court routine will improve your range of motion, joint stability, and overall racquet-sport performance.

By Nancy Brenden

Equipment-Based Workouts Fitness Tips

A group of four individuals smiling while playing pickleball.

The Growing Appeal of Pickleball

Life Time members from across the country share their love for this sport and how it fits into their personal fitness routine.

By Callie Fredrickson

Member Stories Membership

A man playing pickleball.

Let’s Play Pickleball

This social, all-levels-friendly game is the fastest-growing sport in the country. Here’s what to know if you want to join in.

By Nancy Brenden

Membership Pickleball

Two adults playing pickleball.

Stay in the Game

The benefits of playing sports are as true for adults as for kids. Explore the perks, and get tips for finding the game that’s right for you.

By Emily Ewen

Active Aging Pickleball

A woman playing pickleball.

Expert Answers: What Is Pickleball — And Why Is Everyone Playing It?

A racquet sport pro shares what you need to know about this booming sport.

By Callie Fredrickson

Pickleball Sports & Recreation

An older African-American couple plays tennis.

The Case for Communal Sports

Sports, like tennis, that involve more social interaction may help longevity, according to a recent study.

By Craig Cox

Active Aging Friends

A man playing pickleball outside at a Life Time court.

Classic Sports With a Twist

These fresh takes on three popular sports will get you outside, moving your body, building community, and feeling like a kid again.

By Sarah Tuff

Pickleball Sports & Recreation

female football player

How to Rediscover Your Inner Athlete

Strategies for rethinking your self-image and goals so you can enjoy the benefits of a realistic, and really fun, fitness identity.

By Laurel Kallenbach

Attitude/Mindset Pickleball