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CHANGING LIVES: Ken Zylstra

Reflections on trail life, perseverance, and gratitude.
By Jill Patton, NBC-HWC

6 Ways to Defuse a Bad Situation

A variety of stresses have turned many public interactions into angry encounters. Learn how to calm yourself — and the situation — with these strategies.
By Jon Spayde

Active, Healthy, Social: 5 Benefits of ARORA

A few Life Time members share what they love about the latest programming for active, older adults and how they participate in this growing community.
By Emily Ewen

How to Know When to Quit

We tend to think giving up is a sign of weakness, but in the right context, quitting can be a strength. Our experts explain how to know when it’s time to throw in the towel.
By Quinton Skinner

CHANGING LIVES: Ali Sorour

How choosing fitness helped one man cope with the grief of losing his wife of more than 40 years.
By Jill Patton, NBC-HWC

5-Minute Meditation to Prepare for Sleep

Let go of the day and invite in relaxation with this guided meditation.
By Life Time

Changing Lives

For these eight Life Time members, choosing fitness changed everything.
By Jill Patton, NBC-HWC and Craig Cox

A Different Kind of Meditation

Attorney, author, and certified mindfulness practitioner Spiwe Jefferson discusses her journey toward a higher purpose and introduces our new mindfulness series.
By Molly Tynjala King

4 Strategies to Filter Out Fear

Being afraid is natural — but here are some ways to keep fear from controlling you.
By Henry Emmons, MD

Are Fitness Goals Overrated?

After years of perceived failures, our fitness editor reimagines the purpose of setting goals.
By Maggie Fazeli Fard

10 Ways to Get Better at Time Management

Most of us have about 4,000 weeks to live — a fact we might rather ignore. But psychology journalist Oliver Burkeman believes that embracing this limitation can help us get more satisfaction out of life.
By Oliver Burkeman

Birdie Wermy’s Success Story

How a grueling relay started one Indigenous runner on a path toward a healthier, happier life.
By Birdie Wermy

How to Take a Risk

Risk is about more than ignoring your fears or your better judgment: Taking intentional, measured risks in your endeavors can help you cultivate courage that serves in other areas of your life.
By Emily Schaldach

Talks — S5, EP7 / Going Beyond the Endzone

NFL legend Larry Fitzgerald joins us to talk about his decision to step away from football on his own terms after 17 seasons, how he intentionally planned for life off the field, some of his most meaningful accomplishments, and the importance of philanthropy, mindset, and his values and beliefs.

With Larry Fitzgerald

Behind the Scenes With Larry Fitzgerald (Video)

Go behind the scenes at our cover shoot with NFL legend Larry Fitzgerald as he talks about intentionality and life after football.
By Experience Life Staff

Beyond the End Zone: Larry Fitzgerald

NFL legend and philanthropist Larry Fitzgerald talks about navigating and balancing his priorities off the field.
By Experience Life Staff

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.
By Callie Fredrickson

Strength Times Two

One woman's search for strength leads to her daughter's personal power, too.
By Jill Patton, NBC-HWC

Talks — S5, EP5 / An Honest Talk About Mental Health

Anxiety, depression, limited self-beliefs, perpetual feeling states — we all experience mental-health struggles, and what we often don’t realize is the effect they can have on every area of our health and wellness. Dr. Mondo joins us for an honest talk about mental well-being, including the role trauma plays and the power that comes from healing.

With Dr. Mondo

Talks — S5, EP3 / How to Be Healthy in an Unhealthy World

While many of us have the desire to be healthy, the unfortunate reality is that our culture is not set up to make it easy — and often makes it really hard. That does not mean it’s impossible, just that it requires intentionality. Pilar Gerasimo, health journalist, author, and founding editor of Experience Life, shares why her work is centered around helping people become “healthy deviants,” including tips for breaking against the norms of society so you don’t break yourself.

With Pilar Gerasimo

Cliff Edberg’s Success Story

Overweight and bullied as a child, this former bodybuilder overcame multiple challenges and is now helping others.
By Cliff Edberg, RD, CPT
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