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Passion Projects
Thru-hiking changed Andy Laub’s career — and his life. His films inspire others to undertake this important rite of passage.
PUMPING IRONY: Life, Death, and Language
Words matter when you’re facing a serious illness, and the traditional “risk-versus-benefit” approach to treatment options doesn’t always lead to the healthiest choices.
What to Say (and Not Say) When Someone You Love Is Burned Out
Here are five tips to remember when talking to a loved one who is burned out.
STRONG BODY, STRONG MIND: Ghosts of My Past
Our fitness editor reflects on her changing motivations to work out.
How to Eat Organic on a Budget
Smart suggestions to help you eat healthy without breaking the bank.
5 Ways to Fit in Fitness When You Have No Time
Think you’re too busy to exercise? Try these five strategies to make it a regular part of your days.
Community and How We Connect to the World
In our increasingly digital world, the way we connect with others has changed — but the positive effects of a support system have not. Justin Reis, co-creator of Life Time’s AMP cycle format, talks about the communities he’s built, and how we can create more meaningful connections.
Keep Climbing: Sara Safari
Human-rights activist and author Sara Safari hopes her unexpected journey from engineer to mountaineer will inspire others to reach for their wildest dreams.
Stop Seeking Love and Start Finding It
How to get past your need for approval and enjoy the love and happiness already in your grasp.
Authentic Body Love: Q&A With The Birds Papaya
For writer and podcast host Sarah Nicole Landry, self-worth goes beyond her body. She shares her evolving journey of what it means to show up for oneself in love.
Want to Reduce Stress? Eliminate Annoyances
Resolve to fix, change, organize, replace or otherwise deal with anything that has been driving you bonkers.
The Power of Mindset in Your Health and Life
Jen Elmquist, a licensed mental health professional and the creator of LT Mind, discusses how our mindset is where real, lasting change begins — whether you’re working on your health, fitness, relationships, or career.
Power Aging
The older, the better? You bet! These age-specific strategies will help you get off on the right foot.
How a Health-Focused Challenge Could Help You Reach Your Goals
If the circumstances of this year have put a renewed spotlight on your health and motivated you to exercise more, eat better, lose weight, or focus on another area, taking part in a challenge may help drive you to success.
How to Start Your Day With Calm and Focus
Ease into your day more mindfully by creating a morning routine.
12 Ways to Experience Holiday Joy
Rediscover the real source of the holiday season’s magic.
You, Inc.: A Practical Guide for Setting Fitness Goals
Want solid returns on your fitness investment? Get down to business — with a smart, strategic plan worthy of an MBA.
Healthy Inspiration: 5 Fitness Experts Share Their Goals for 2020
Hear from a few of our Life Time experts about what they’re committed to improve, try for the first time, or learn in 2020 — and get inspired to set and achieve your own goals.
10 Tips to Develop a Big-Picture View of Health
Worrying excessively about our well-being can do us more harm than good. Here’s how to keep your health concerns in perspective.
5 Health Benefits of Physical Touch — and How to Get More of It
Welcome touch is good for our health and happiness.
The Book of Delights
Poet Ross Gay spent a year chronicling what brought him joy in daily life. The surprise was how easy it was.