Is LDL Cholesterol Always Bad?
Low-density lipoprotein (LDL) is often labeled as “bad” cholesterol, but it depends on whether we're talking about high-density or low-density LDL particles. Here's why.
Your First Week of Strength-Training Workouts
A Dynamic Personal Trainer outlines a seven-day routine for those who are new or returning to working out at the club.
For Optimal Hormonal Health, Is It Best to Avoid Activities That Spike Your Cortisol?
Learn what the experts say about the effects of high-intensity and low-intensity exercise on hormone health.
Why Managing Stress Is Vital for Heart Health
Chronic stress can wreak havoc on our bodies and in our lives. Here's why stress management is so important for heart health.
Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken and Rice
Rich, nutritious, and comforting, this one-pot recipe is the perfect meal for a cozy night.
How to Add More Fiber, Protein, and Antioxidants to Your Plate
You don’t necessarily need to overhaul your diet in order to eat well. Try these easy add-ons to get more of the nutrients that matter.
7 Common Questions About Meal Sequencing — Answered
Is it possible to improve your health simply by changing the order in which you eat your food? We asked the experts.
5 Tips for Building a Healthy-Living Routine That Sticks
Fitness experts share what it takes to start — and maintain — healthy habits in the new year.
6 Tips for Discovering New Health and Wellness Passions in Retirement
Inspiration for finding community and fulfillment in this next chapter.
Your Guide to Building Lifelong Fitness
Want to stay healthy for the long haul? Explore these expert ideas, a sample workout schedule, and proven ideas to keep moving through the years.
3 Essential Exercises to Increase Foot Strength and Mobility
Foot weakness is a predictor of both impeded mobility and your risk of falling as you age. Try these exercises to keep your feet functional and strong.
Check Your Bulgarian-Split Squat-Form With These 4 Expert Cues
One of the most effective lower-body exercises also has one of the steepest learning curves. Here's the setup — plus, explore simple variations to shift the focus to your glutes or quads for targeted results.
Hiking Rim to Rim Across the Grand Canyon
The Grand Canyon's rim-to-rim route is one of the most grueling hikes in the country — here's what our fitness editor learned about the hike, the logistics, and what it takes to pull it off.
Unstuffed Peppers
Savory and a little spicy, this high-protein, one-pot recipe skips the sinkful of dirty dishes.
8 Ways to Support Heart Health
Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States. Some practitioners are now adopting an integrative cardiometabolic approach that involves new dietary and lifestyle measures to boost heart health. Learn more.
Our 31 Most Popular Healthy-Eating Recipes of 2025
Let these tried-and-true recipes that were the top-viewed last year offer inspiration for your meals and snacks.
15 Health and Wellness Trends to Watch in 2026
Life Time experts share what’s on their radars in the next year.
How to Make a Fitness Plan Based on Your Goals
These five training templates can help match your routine to your goals, whether you’re embarking on a new exercise journey or building onto your existing practice.
5 Steps to Make Healthy Habits Stick
Relying on motivation alone to reach your fitness goals often isn’t enough. Instead, learn how to leverage behaviors that work for you.
With Gratitude
A message of gratitude to Life Time members and employees from Life Time's founder and CEO.