Recovery
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4 Tips for Preventing Injuries or Overtraining When You’re New to Fitness
A Dynamic Personal Trainer’s advice for those new or returning to a workout routine to prevent setbacks and achieve long-term success.
How to Fuel Your Body After a Race
You did it! Now it’s time to recover. Discover how to fuel your body to reduce fatigue, ease soreness, and rebuild for your next challenge.
6 Pre- and Post-Workout Stretches for Strength Training
A stretch specialist demonstrates how to use targeted stretching to prepare your muscles for and help them recover from a strength-training session.
Guidelines for Exercising During Cancer Treatment
Experts offer guidance on staying active and exercising safely during cancer treatment.
Ahh, Aescape! Introducing an Advanced Massage Experience
Massage therapy meets robotics and AI to deliver a personalized, accessible experience — now available at select LifeSpa locations.
How Pickleball Helped a Woman Rebuild Her Life After a Stroke
Following a stroke at the age of 59, Elise Laedtke found a new sport and community through pickleball.
Can Red-Light Therapy Help Fitness Performance and Recovery?
Here are seven common questions about red-light therapy, including its ability to reduce inflammation, aid muscle recovery, and alleviate aches and pains.
How to Use 3 Popular Recovery Tools at Life Time
Expert guidance for using three popular devices found in the recovery area at your athletic country club.
Reduced Pain, Injury Recovery, Athletic Advances, and More: 6 Dynamic Stretch Clients Share Real Results
A diverse group of Life Time members detail their success stories after working with a Dynamic Stretch Specialist.
6 Tips to Wind Down After an Evening Workout
Exercising at night can leave you too amped up for sleep. These expert tips can help you relax.
A 5-Minute Mindful Meditation for Your Muscles
A guided meditation to support recovery from your workouts.
A Somatic Workout to Support Your Well-Being
Learn how to shift your focus to your body’s internal sensations with these mind-body movements.
5 Signs You May Need a Recovery Day
Has your fitness performance stalled? Are you feeling irritable? Those are just two of the signs that your body may need an exercise break.
Expert Answers: How Do I Use a Cold Plunge?
Step-by-step guidance for the most effective way to use a cold plunge.
Krysta Rzeszutek’s Healthy Revolution
After experiencing a series of health issues, a woman finds peace by adjusting her mindset about the purpose of exercise.
Expert Answers: How Long Should I Stay in the Sauna?
Guidelines to keep both seasoned users and those who are new to saunas safe.
Supplements to Support Your Efforts in Your Favorite Fitness Classes
Pairing these expert-recommended supplements with your go-to Life Time workout class can aid your body’s recovery.
Can Chiropractic Care Help With Exercise Recovery?
A licensed LifeClinic chiropractor explains the role of this type of treatment in the recovery process.
Expert Q&A: How Cupping Can Alleviate Tension and Pain
Two massage therapists outline the benefits of this ancient therapeutic technique.
The Problem With Using the RICE Protocol to Treat a Soft Tissue Injury
Some think the RICE protocol — rest, ice, compression, and elevation — is an outdated way to handle injuries. Here’s how to use a little PEACE and LOVE for recovery.
Go-To Recovery Methods for Pickleball Players
A pickleball pro shares guidance for supporting your body and maintaining its readiness to hit the court.