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Barre Arms: Sculpt Your Upper Body With These 6 Exercises
Harness these dance-inspired, low-impact barre-arm exercises to build upper-body strength and endurance.

5 Pilates Moves to Support Strong Bones
Try these Pilates moves designed to strengthen bones and improve function in aging bodies.

Becoming a Pilates Believer
The change the cofounder of Life Time’s ARORA program experienced after adding Pilates to her fitness regimen.

Why Dance?
With Jeimy Bueno Prisby
Dance is more than a physically beneficial form of fitness: It evokes happiness, mental relief, and social connection. In this mini episode, Jeimy Bueno Prisby explains why you don’t need to be a “dancer” to enjoy the advantages of moving your body.
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A Barre Fusion Fun Workout
Try this sample workout from the Life Time 5/40 Fit program to elevate your heart rate and the fun in your fitness regimen. Plus, get tips for workout routine success from the 5/40 Fit coaches.

The Do-Anywhere Barre Workout
This low-impact, body-weight workout builds stability and flexibility from head to toe.

The Do-Anywhere Barre Workout (Video)
Learn the moves for this low-impact, body-weight workout.

Why More Men Could Benefit From Pilates
From supporting athleticism and recovery to increasing mobility and strength, there's no question the advantages of incorporating Pilates into your fitness regimen.

Why Pilates?
With Kathryn Coyle
Pilates is a system of exercise designed to train the entire body— from the core out — and it can offer benefits to nearly everyone, regardless of fitness ability or level. In this mini episode, Pilates expert Kathryn Coyle explains the far-reaching advantages of Pilates and offers tips for getting started.
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6 Steps to Create a Fitness Routine You’ll Love
Here's how to find a fitness routine that resonates with you.

5 Reasons Why Training in a Group Can Get You Better Results
No matter what your personal goals are.

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 Up Your Pilates Game
Use Pilates to help you tap into your "powerhouse" and transform your midline stability.

The Ins and Outs of Group Fitness Classes
Make the most of your next group fitness experience — and enjoy the power of the class dynamic — with these tips.

How Can I Avoid Injury When Trying a New Group Fitness Class?
Knowing your strengths and your limitations is key, says our fitness editor.

Which Group Fitness Class is Right for You?
Whether you’re embarking on a new fitness journey or building onto your routine, there’s a Life Time class (or two!) that can enhance your workout regimen and move you closer to your goals.

Jessica Tobin’s Success Story
One woman shares hard-earned lessons from her postpartum recovery to help others recognize the importance of persistence, self-care, and patience.

3 Solutions for Overcoming Group Fitness Pitfalls
Here are three ways to avoid some of the potential perils of group fitness, including competitions, burnout, and injury.

The Barre Basics Workout
This ballet-inspired, body-weight workout targets stability and flexibility from head to toe.

The Barre-Basics Workout (Video)
Learn the moves for this workout which can improve mobility, motor control, and body awareness.

Getting Past Chronic Pain: Michelle Sprinkle’s Success Story
A team approach of PIlates, chiropractic care and massage helped Michelle Sprinkle overcome debilitating chronic sacroiliac pain.