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What is Gravel Cycing, and How Can I Get Started?
Back roads, dust, beautiful scenery, and bicycling joy: a primer on gravel cycling.
5 Ways to Train Like an Athlete
Expert advice on becoming a better athlete through cultivating a better perspective on being a human — and not just a human body.
The Trials and Tribulations of the Everyday Athlete
We often push our bodies to their limits — and that’s not always a good thing. Here's how to balance athletic pursuits with respect for your body, your mind, and your loved ones.
How Can a Chiropractor Help Me Reach My Fitness Goals?
A LifeClinic practitioner explains the connections between regular, preventative chiropractic care and fitness progress.
Why Gravel Racing?
With Kristi Mohn and Michelle Duffy
Gravel racing has seen an upswing in popularity and participation in recent years — but why? In this mini episode, Kristi Mohn and Michelle Duffy, who work on the Life Time Athletic Events team, share more about this sport, how it’s different from other types of cycling, and why it’s something more people — from casual riders to professional athletes — are taking part in.
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Biking for Healing
Olympian and 2022 Life Time Grand Prix winner Haley Hunter Smith’s passion for cycling also proved to be an essential tool for managing her mental well-being.
Healthy Aging and Travel: How to Prioritize Your Well-Being on the Go
Tips from an ARORA-certified trainer on maintaining strength, mobility, and endurance to make your long-term travel goals a reality.
Pedaling for Meaning: One Athlete’s Pursuit to Bring More Riders to the Trail
Professional cyclist Alexey Vermeulen’s latest endeavor bridges the gap between new riders and big cycle events.
Survey Says: Parents Want More Active Time For — and With — Their Kids
A recent poll shows that nearly four in five parents enjoy catching up with their family while doing a physical activity together, among other findings.
6 Cross-Training Activities to Try
Improve your fitness and performance by cross-training outside your go-to activity.
Pickleball Is for Kids, Too! How to Get Them Started
Tips from a pickleball expert on introducing your youngsters to this growing sport.
The Power of a Positive Coach
A Q&A with a Life Time Swim coach and swim-team members on the importance of leadership, building community, and instilling lifelong passion for young athletes.
6 Cone Drills to Improve Your Pickleball Game
Staying light on your feet is essential to playing pickleball. Professional pickleball player Catherine Parenteau offers these six cone-drill exercises to help you cover the court.
Choose Your Race: A Guide to Life Time’s 2023 Athletic Events
Get a sneak peek at the premiere lineup of athletic events in the coming year — and decide which one you’re ready to take on.
When Should I Get My Kids Involved in Sports?
An expert Q&A on the benefits of sports for kids, how to get them started, and how to keep them engaged as they grow.
How to Improve Your Pickleball Game
Pickleball requires strength, speed, and agility. Our experts share some tips to improve your game.
How to Play Pickleball
It’s the fastest-growing sport in the country — but do you know how to play pickleball?
6 Common Running Mistakes to Avoid
Things to watch out for to prevent hindering your endurance efforts.
30-Minute Workout for Young Athletes
This workout features multidirectional movements and power development to help kids improve their athletic abilities.
Why GameFace?
With DeVentri Jordan
From a young age, sports offer a way to stay active and learn valuable life skills. For some, they become an ambition as they get older. In this mini episode, DeVentri Jordan, founder and national director of GameFace at Life Time, shares the ways this sports-training program helps people grow in athletics, whether they’re just getting introduced to sports or are aiming to compete at a high level.
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CHANGING LIVES: Ali Sorour
How choosing fitness helped one man cope with the grief of losing his wife of more than 40 years.