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Personal Development

Talks — S6, EP1 / Why Dynamic Personal Training?

Dynamic Personal Training is Life Time’s unique philosophy around a fully engaged approach to training — but what is it exactly? And how is it different from other one-on-one training programs? Anna Taylor, CPT, explains Dynamic Personal Training and the unique experience — and elevated results — it delivers to members.

With Anna Taylor, CPT
Fitness TipsHealthy Habits/Goal Setting
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4 Ways to Bring More Joy to Your Workouts

Kelly McGonigal, PhD, shares her tips to find more enjoyment when exercising.
By Michael Dregni
Fitness TipsHappiness/Joy
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3 Ways to Create Better Boundaries

The following strategies can help create strong, clear boundaries.
By Jane McCampbell Stuart, MA, LMFT, CPCC, RMFT
CoworkersDating/Marriage
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How Can I Calm My Fear of Flying?

Discover natural solutions to help alleviate this common stress response.
By Mo Perry
Attitude/MindsetEmotional Intelligence
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How to Create a Sense of Belonging

Community is more than your immediate neighborhood. Find connection with those who share your values.
By Kara Douglass Thom
Attitude/MindsetCommunity
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Befriending My Body

When body positivity felt out of reach, our fitness editor discovered that gratitude could help bridge the gap between self-loathing and self-acceptance.
By Maggie Fazeli Fard
Attitude/MindsetPersonal Development
a couple quibbling

How to Respond to Gaslighting

Gaslighting can undermine your self-confidence and perception of the truth. Here are signs of gaslighting — and how to break free from it.
By Quinton Skinner
Dating/MarriageHealthy Communication
Aileen Weintraub

Aileen Weintraub’s Success Story

While on bed rest for a high-risk pregnancy, a writer faced her fear of commitment as her new marriage and home were falling apart around her.
By Experience Life Staff
Family/Parenting/KidsPersonal Development
Alexey Vermeulen on his bike in the mountains

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.
By Callie Fredrickson
CyclingEndurance
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How to Create More Mindful Friendships

Become a better friend by thoughtfully considering how you show up in your closest relationships.
By Spiwe Jefferson
FriendsMindfulness/Meditation
Bahram Akradi, the founder, chairman, and CEO of Life Time — Healthy Way of Life.

Sweet Solitude

When we take the time to be alone, on our terms, we create space for reflection and possibility.
By Bahram Akradi
ColumnsMindfulness/Meditation
Misty Copeland

Principal Views: Misty Copeland

Trailblazing dancer and new mom Misty Copeland shares her perspectives on mentoring, activism, and resilience as she prepares for a return to the stage after a three-year hiatus.
By Lori Berger
Attitude/MindsetFamily/Parenting/Kids
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How to Set Clear Boundaries

A renowned trauma therapist and coach explains how to manage your energy without getting swamped by other people — or hardening against them.
By Jane McCampbell Stuart, MA, LMFT, CPCC, RMFT
CoworkersDating/Marriage
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4 Self-Care Strategies From Gabby Bernstein

Author and spirit junkie Gabrielle Bernstein is on a mission to share inspiration for living a better life.
By Dara Moskowitz Grumdahl
Mindfulness/MeditationPersonal Development
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Meditations for Your Moods

Feeling stressed? Angry? Nervous? Learn how to select a meditation that can help relieve various emotional states.
By Emily Ewen
Attitude/MindsetMembership
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From Mean Girl to Cheerleader

Our fitness editor talks about how to stop using negative self-talk to push through workouts without compromising her fitness.
By Maggie Fazeli Fard
Attitude/MindsetFitness Tips
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How to Live in the Present Moment

This mindfulness technique can help you stop stressing about the past and worrying about the future — by bringing you back to the present.
By Spiwe Jefferson
Mindfulness/Meditation
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Understanding Cultural Appropriation: 4 Questions to Help Guide You

The line between cultural appreciation and appropriation isn’t always clear. These four questions can help you make sense of the difference.
By Katherine Reynolds Lewis
Healthy CommunicationInclusive Wellness
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6 Wellness Tips for Better Work-Life Balance

Ideas for supporting your well-being during the workday — and for taking back control of your non-work hours.
By Emily Ewen
Time ManagementWork
Bahram Akradi, the founder, chairman, and CEO of Life Time — Healthy Way of Life.

The Standards We Accept

Achieving our goals is about more than meeting our expectations. It’s also about the behaviors that get us where we’re aiming to go.
By Bahram Akradi
Attitude/MindsetColumns
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5 Tips to Stay Sober

Quitting alcohol may not be easy, but it doesn’t have to be hard forever.
By Veronica Valli
AddictionAttitude/Mindset
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