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5 Benefits of Summer Camp
Summer camps provide more than just nonstop fun: Kids can also gain new skills and knowledge that last well beyond summer’s end.
The Lessons Our Moms Teach Us
The cofounder of Life Time’s ARORA program reflects on the lasting influence her mom has had on who she is and continues to strive to be.
How to Help Kids Manage Stress
Mental health experts offer tips for spotting signs of stress in children, along with healthy ways to help them cope. Plus, discover three mindfulness exercises for the whole family.
In It Together: 3 Life Skills Kids Can Gain From Group Activities
Exposing children to group environments provides opportunities for lifelong learning and growth.
How to Help Kids Navigate Online Dieting Advice
While it’s hard enough for adults to resist the allure of online diet advice, the challenges for kids can be even greater. These experts offer thoughts for talking to your children about what they’re seeing on social media.
How to Establish Healthy Boundaries With Grandparents
Supportive grandparents can be a godsend for you and your kids — but disagreements about parenting may create tension. Setting healthy boundaries can help you find a balance.
How to Talk With Kids About Climate Change
Kids are vulnerable to climate anxiety. Here's how to talk to them about what climate change might mean for their lives.
4 Strategies to Teach Empathy to Children
Use these tips to help instill empathy early on.
Snow Days and Holidays: 11 Things for Kids to Do at Life Time Over Winter Breaks
A Life Time expert and mom offers ideas for how kids and families can stay entertained during off-school days this winter.
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.
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 Create Movement-Friendly Spaces for Kids
Monkey bars in the basement, indoor climbing walls, and more.
6 Ways to Bring Back Free Play
Kids are so overscheduled these days. Here are some tips to bring unstructured play back into their lives.
How to Create a Home Obstacle Course for Your Kids
Practical tips on how to increase free play in your house.
The After-School Workout
Once the final bell of the school day rings, encourage your kids to get moving and burn off some energy with this 30-minute workout.
Are Kids Specializing in Sports Too Early?
Yes, and for most kids, this can be harmful, says our expert. Here's why — and what to do.
10 Back-to-School Survival Tips — for Parents and Kids
Life Time trainers and coaches, who are also parents, give real-life advice for easing kids into the busy fall season.
Want Smarter Children? Teach Them Music
Music can shape stronger neural networks, according to a recent study.
Getting Bigger and Stronger: A Beginner Strength-Training Workout for Teens
This full-body routine offers a great entry point for the growing kids in your life to start building their confidence on the workout floor.
How to Improve Kids’ Nutrition
Two-thirds of American kids' calories come from processed food. Here's how we can do better.
Unlock Your Own Strength
Five tips for how to tap into your physical and emotional strength — even amidst life's challenges — from Life Time member Julie Porras.