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Survey Says: It’s Never Too Late in Life to Make Fulfilling Friendships
A recent study shows that adults aged 55 and older are craving more social activity and satisfying relationships — which helps them adopt healthier habits.
PUMPING IRONY: Operating Principles
U.S. seniors undergo about a million major surgeries every year, often without fully considering the risks. The consequences can be deadly.
Time to Play: The January and February Kids’ Events at Life Time
Explore what’s on the schedule for your kiddos over the next couple of months.
How to Ask for Help in Times of Need
We all need somebody to lean on, but it’s not always easy to ask for help when we need it. These expert insights offer ideas for overcoming resistance — and knowing what to say.
4 Strategies to Teach Empathy to Children
Use these tips to help instill empathy early on.
Edible Holiday Gift Ideas
Treats to satisfy just about everyone on your list.
Merry and Mindful: How to Navigate the Holidays — Stressors and All
A Q&A with a Life Time MindCoach on handling the seasonal challenges that arise, reducing stress, and coping with loss and grief.
How Music Brings Us Together
Whether it’s experienced through singing, playing an instrument, dancing, or attending a concert, music is a powerful mode of connection.
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.
Happier, Healthier Kids: Q&A With the Life Time Foundation
Learn how the Life Time Foundation’s youth nutrition and movement programs help accelerate change for kids in communities across the country.
5 Ways to Build Community
Belonging, author Radha Agrawal believes, is a basic human need, like food, water, and shelter. Explore five ways to find and build yours.
What’s on 7 Healthy-Living Experts’ 2022 Holiday Gift Lists
Plus, what they plan to give to loved ones and their advice for gift-giving and celebrating.
3 Ways to Create Better Boundaries
The following strategies can help create strong, clear boundaries.
How to Create a Sense of Belonging
Community is more than your immediate neighborhood. Find connection with those who share your values.
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.
5 Rules for Gathering
Great gatherings don’t usually happen by chance — they’re created with care. These five tips can make holiday get-togethers both meaningful and fun.
How to Create More Mindful Friendships
Become a better friend by thoughtfully considering how you show up in your closest relationships.
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.
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.
Pickleball Is for Kids, Too! How to Get Them Started
Tips from a pickleball expert on introducing your youngsters to this growing sport.
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.