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Forget flash-in-the-pan exercise fads. Check out these 5 sustainable, accessible movements that are already shaping the future of fitness:

1. In-Real-Life Training
2. Immersive Virtual Experiences
3. Low-and-Slow Exercise
4. Next-Gen Wearables
5. Mind-Body Training

Which trends are you jumping on?


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5 Fitness Trends to Watch Forget flash-in-the-pan exercise fads. These sustainable, accessible movements are already shaping the future of fitness.

NEW FLAVOR ALERT! In case you missed it, there is a new protein powder flavor in the rotation - just in time for fall. Check out these shake and protein ball recipes using the new protein and get that satiation with an indulgent taste. Which one are you going to make first?


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3 Ways to Use Our Sea Salt Caramel Protein Powder Shakes and protein balls that offer satiation with an indulgent taste.

Life Time's newest nationwide challenge is here! Kicking off tomorrow, is a 30-day program designed to simplify fitness and nutrition down to the core fundamentals required to see lasting, sustainable change and transformation.

To get inspired, we asked 7 of our healthy-living experts to share their go-to daily habits. Check them out below, and if you're looking for accountability as you implement some of these - make sure you check out the Dynamic30 challenge. .

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7 Healthy-Living Experts Share Their Go-To Daily Habits Looking to make a healthy habit change? Take inspiration from Life Time experts and their daily non-negotiables.

The seasons are changing and that makes it a perfect time to recalibrate your health routines - including your supplement regimine. Below is a short list of supplements to consider this fall to build, or keep up, your body’s resilience. Do you have these in your rotation?



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6 Supplements to Consider This Fall Life Time dietitian recommendations for supporting your health as the season changes.

Daymond John, entrepreneur and Shark Tank investor, has a story that features years of sacrifice, hard work, and perseverance — and that resulted in a rewarding and highly successful professional life. In recent years, he has put those same attributes to work as he’s invested in his personal health and well-being.

We were so excited and honored to have Daymond join us on the podcast this week. In this conversation, he speaks to overcoming setbacks, approaching goal setting, and his health journey and current regimen, and shares insights that anyone can apply to their own lives. Take a listen.



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A Vision for Success — in Life, Fitness, and Beyond | Experience Life Daymond John, entrepreneur and Shark Tank investor, has a story that features years of sacrifice, hard work, and perseverance — and that resulted in a rewarding and highly successful professional life. In recent years, John has put those same attributes to work as he’s invested in his p...

When you’re focused on building strength, it’s easy to get lost in the onslaught of complicated, sometimes-conflicting fitness advice, workout trends, and gym hacks that rise to popularity on social media. But just because a routine is trending doesn’t make it scientifically sound or effective.

The programs that offer the best, most sustainable results ­prioritize balance and progressive overload. And a well-programmed push-pull workout is essentially a great full-body routine.

Don't know where to start? Build balanced, full-body strength with this four-part push-pull workout routine: http://ms.spr.ly/61819lBdl.

And don't forget, our Dynamic Personal Trainers are always there to help answer any health and fitness questions you have.

A Push and Pull Workout for Full-Body Strength Build balanced, full-body strength with this four-part push-pull workout routine.

POV: it's another week you wished you would have meal-prepped, but it just seems overwhelming.

The good news: meal-prep is not one size fits all, so while some versions of it seem overwhelming, we've got options!

The better news: we're sharing THREE different ways to meal-prep based on your own personality style. Whether you're a minimalist, an ingredient lover, or a full-recipe prepster, our Life Time dietitians are sharing approaches to meal planning that can set you up for success.

So, which meal-prepper are you?


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3 Meal-Prep Styles to Suit Every Personality Life Time dietitians share three approaches to meal planning that can set you up to eat healthily most of the time.

"I trained with a personal trainer years ago, and the difference I see in Dynamic Personal Training is the emphasis on the mind-body connection." - Jon Thomas, Life Time Pickerington Member.

There is personal training, and then there is Dynamic Personal Training. Our proven philosophy of Know it, Nourish it, and Move it helps you to understand how your body works, nourish it with the right food and move daily for dynamic results.

Read more about Jon and his wife Katy's experience training with our dynamic team in Ohio. And if you have questions of your own about Dynamic Personal Training visit the training desk at your club the next time you're in for a visit.
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The Dynamic Difference One couple shares the successes they’ve each seen from working with their Dynamic Personal Trainers.

These healthy recipes are the perfect way to celebrate autumn. Whether you have Granny Smith, Pink Lady, or Honeycrisap apples, we've got a fall recipe that the family will love. So go ahead, book that apple-picking outing, and then get back home to try some of these out.

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5 Fall Apple Recipes These healthy recipes are the perfect way to celebrate autumn.

For those looking for solid support and a simple plan to kickstart a regular fitness routine, Life Time now offers — the newest challenge available at the club. Click the link below to learn more about this new challenge from what the plan looks like to what you have to do to win weekly prizes. Jump-start your healthy-living goals this fall with us.

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All About the Dynamic 30 Challenge Learn about this 30-day intensive program to jump-start your healthy-living goals.

What doesn't challenge you doesn't change you. Introducing: Dynamic30. Learn how you can transform your body and develop healthy habits over the course of 30 days.

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Touchdown with Flavor! Score big this football season with 15 irresistible (and healthy!) Game Day Recipes. From mouthwatering buffalo chicken dip to nachos, we've got all your game-time favorites covered. Get ready to tackle your taste buds and make your next football gathering a winning one!

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For the Win: 15 Game-Day Recipes Score a taste-bud touchdown with this trainer-approved game-day spread.

Happy National Yoga Month! If you're looking to add yoga to your routine this season but not sure where to start, our ROOT yoga class is a great option. In this beginner yoga class, your teacher will guide you through a series of foundational yoga poses in a warm studio, encouraging you to notice the physical sensations and energetic aspects of the practice. The slower pace and attention to detail provide the opportunity to breathe deeply as you build steadiness and ease in each posture. Check out the article below for some moves you'll see in this class. See you on the mat!

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5 Moves You’ll See in ROOT Yoga A Life Time instructor breaks down a few of the foundational movements in this slower-paced yoga practice.

Dan Buettner has traveled the globe studying and identifying Blue Zones - areas that have the highest populations of longest-living people. In these locations, Buettner and fellow researchers have discovered the Power 9 healthy-lifestyle habits they have in common. He joined us on our Life Time Talks podcast to talk about those habits as well as ways we can begin to incorporate these behaviors in our own lives for increased longevity and vitality.

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The Blue Zones Habits for Longevity | Experience Life Buettner joins us to talk about the Blue Zones — places around the globe with the highest populations of longest-living individuals — and the Power 9 healthy-lifestyle habits they have in common, plus ways we can begin to incorporate these behaviors in our own lives for increased longevity and v...

As we gear up to kick off our nationwide program on Monday, Coach Anika Christ, RD, joins us on an episode of to explain how to detox your body with a whole-foods approach that feels far from depriving — and that can support nearly everyone in feeling and functioning better.

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How to Detox With Whole Foods | Experience Life “Detox” is a long-debated topic: Some associate it with deprivation, while others think the practice is not necessary because of our body’s natural detoxification systems. Anika Christ, RD, joins us to clear up the confusion, and explains how to detox your body with a whole-foods approach that...

he carefree days of summer can bring about a reality check when the school year rolls around. For many families, fall means the start of new routines, activities, and milestones to reach — but it can be challenging to embrace a back-to-school mindset after a long season of fun.

Life Time trainers and coaches, who are also parents, give real-life advice for easing kids into the busy fall season.

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10 Back-to-School Survival Tips — for Parents and Kids Life Time trainers and coaches, who are also parents, give real-life advice for easing kids into the busy fall season.

Life Time Members! We are kicking off a nationwide D.TOX event on Monday. Whether you're joining us this time, or planning to do one in the future, check out what Coach Anika has to say about how to approach your workouts while you're detoxing.

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Ask Coach Anika: How Do I Exercise During a Detox? Advice for continuing your workouts while participating in Life Time’s D.TOX program.

It's the season of getting back into a routine. We asked four of Life Time’s Master Trainers to share their go-to strategies for making fitness progress — whether you’re picking up your routine again or starting fresh. What's one tip you want to incorporate more this season?

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How Do I Start Working Out? Four of Life Time’s Master Trainers share their go-to strategies for making fitness progress — whether you’re picking up your routine again or starting fresh.

Shout out to Life Time Dumbo member, Vivian Levy, who is inspiring us all at 104 years old. She shared her advice for living a healthy, happy life with the Today Show and it’s advice we can all take to heart.

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104-year-old who swims 45 minutes every day shares simple tips for long life Vivian Levy started swimming when was 6. She's still doing it almost 100 years later.

There are many ways to continue the activities we love during the cooler/colder months — the how and where may just look a little different. Read on to learn how to take your favorite outdoor fitness activities indoors this fall and winter.

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How to Take Your Favorite Outdoor Fitness Activities Indoors Continue pursuing or strengthening your abilities for the warm-weather activities you love in the off season.

Did you know your Life Time club hosts hundreds of classes a week across studio, yoga, cycle, and group training - all included in your membership?!

To help you make the most of the group fitness class experience, we rounded up a list of all the options available to potentially add to your routine and which goals they best align with. Whether you’re looking for cardio, strength, a combination of the two, or yoga, choose your goal and put together a routine you'll love.

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The Ultimate Guide to Life Time Classes A complete look at the studio, yoga, and cycle class offerings in our athletic country clubs — and tips for finding the right fits for you.

We've all heard it: "Be sure to stretch!" But let's be real - how often do you actually follow that advice?

Introducing: Dynamic Stretch. Whether you’re someone who needs a little extra accountability when it comes to stretching, you have specific flexibility or mobility issues, an injury to consider, or you simply want to learn how to stretch and feel better, Dynamic Stretch can provide some much-needed support. Learn more about what you can expect in a Life Time Dynamic Stretch session.

And if you're still curious, join us on Aug 31st for a complimentary Dynamic Stretch Session. Reach out to your Personal Training Leader for more information.

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What Is Dynamic Stretch? How an assisted-stretch session at Life Time can help you feel better and reach your fitness goals.

Barbell Strength is one of our most popular signature classes at Life Time. This foundational yet challenging strength-training class puts an emphasis on proper form, and we're breaking down 5 exercises commonly seen in the lineup. See you in class!

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5 Moves You’ll See in Barbell Strength This foundational yet challenging strength-training class puts an emphasis on proper form.

ICYMI our supplement of the month is Life Greens. Whether you're a berry fan, or go for the mocha every time, Life Greens are a great way to boost your veggie intake. Learn why greens powder may be worth working into your supplement routine, and what to look for when selecting one.


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Should You Use a Greens Supplement? Learn why a greens powder may be a worth it way to boost your veggie intake — and what to look for when selecting one.

Life Time Talks is back! Season 7 kicks off today with The Bachelor star, Ryan Sutter sharing his health story and the importance of being your own best health advocate. Give it a listen:


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Be Your Own Best Health Advocate | Experience Life A Lyme disease diagnosis and accompanying body-wide pain and debilitating fatigue led Ryan Sutter — firefighter, endurance athlete, and Bachelorette alum — to take action to find answers, treatment options, and a path toward wellness. In this episode, Sutter shares his health journey, a...

Fall is coming, and with that - new routines. Our Life Time Dynamic Personal Trainers share their advice for setting yourself up for success. Check out 7 things they encourage you to consider before starting a workout routine.

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7 Things to Consider Before Starting a Workout Routine Dynamic Personal Trainers share their advice for setting yourself up for success.

Your first @ is doing this workout with you this weekend. 👀

Research shows that engaging in outdoor exercise generates greater energy and involvement compared to indoor routines. When coupled with the motivation and enjoyment of working out alongside a partner, it becomes a fantastic option for your weekend plans. So grab your partner and run give this interval workout a try.

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Partner Workouts Grab a pal and head outside to tackle this built-for-two routine.

Celebrate National Relaxation Day in Style!

Indulge in the art of self-care this National Relaxation Day with our curated guide to ultimate luxury and rejuvenation. Discover 10 exquisite ideas for an end-of-summer self-care day that will leave you feeling pampered and refreshed.

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From blissful spa retreats to serene moments of mindfulness, immerse yourself in a world of opulent relaxation that's worthy of your refined taste. Embrace the finer things in life as you soak in the beauty of these self-care rituals designed to restore your mind, body, and spirit. Your well-being deserves nothing less.

10 Ideas for an End-of-Summer Self-Care Day Close out the season on a relaxing note with these refreshing practices.

This is it. The Race of All Races. Where it all began.
In 1983, 45 tough-minded runners braved 100 miles of high-altitude, extreme Rocky Mountain terrain — starting at 10,200 feet, climbing to 12,600 feet and running into global endurance history. Today, the Life Time Leadville Trail 100 RUN presented by La Sportiva is one of the oldest, most storied endurance running events in the world. Whether you're there to participate or spectate, it's an experience for the ages.

That's why Life Time Foundation athlete and ultrarunner, Barbara Powell, packed up her Subaru Forester and drove just under 1,000 miles to move from her home in Minneapolis, MN., to Alma, CO to spend her last 5 months of training at altitude. Read Barbara's story, how she's gone all in on running, and how she's preparing for our 2023 Leadville 100 mile race later this month.

Best of Luck to Barbara and ALL the athletes participating in our Leadville Race Series.

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All in on Running Life Time Foundation athlete and ultrarunner Barbara Powell moves across the cross country to train for her most challenging race yet: the Leadville 100-mile.

When you’re short on time, it can be easy to say “no” to a workout. Some of your favorite performers gave their tips to make the most of your Life Time when your schedule gets busy. Check them out here: http://ms.spr.ly/61849HSjE

30 Minutes at Life Time Ideas for making the most of your time at the club when you only have 30 minutes to spare.

Cardio, Strength, Recovery, Repeat. With over 20 signature classes to choose from, you can vary your routine, while still working all your planned muscle groups every week. Check out our top recommended classes within each category to build your perfect full-body routine, and then head to your app to reserve your spot in class.

Which classes are on your go-to schedule?

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The Full-Body Group Fitness Class Plan With a balanced mix of strength, cardio, and recovery classes throughout the week, you can work your entire body — and see noticeable fitness gains.

Discover the key to a healthy and robust immune system! Join Coach Anika, RD and CPT, on this episode where whe sheds (sun)light on the importance of Vitamin D in our well-being. Learn how to maintain optimal levels and unlock a world of health benefits!

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Why Vitamin D? | Experience Life Vitamin D is the most common micronutrient deficiency — but it’s also one that we can prevent with relative ease. In this mini episode, Anika Christ, RD, CPT, explains why vitamin D is critical to our health, including its role in immunity, and offers ways we can make sure our bodies get optimal...

There is a reason berries are typically considered a superfood. Discover the nutritional wonders packed in these juicy treats and how they can supercharge your health. From antioxidants to vitamins, these 11 berries are truly nature's powerhouses. Do you have a favorite berry?

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11 Berries to Eat and Their Health Benefits These nutrient-dense fruits are good for so much more than breakfast and snacks. Enjoy them as often as you like.

What's your favorite Life Time Livestream class? If you haven't tried livestream yet, read on for performer Jessica Feldman's top 4 reasons to incorporate live-streaming classes into your exercise routine and her expert tips for an amazing experience. See you online!


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4 Reasons to Live Stream Fitness Classes Plus, tips and tricks for adding them to your current routine.

Don't underestimate the power of a water workout. Did you know that water itself offers 12-14% more resistance than air? Not to mention, it's benefits in decreasing joint stress. Thanks to the water’s buoyancy, your joints get support through a full range of motion. Here is a great workout you can try in the pool that's both a cardio and strength challenge.

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The Pool Workout This water workout offers a strength-and-cardio challenge that’s gentle on your joints.

Summer schedules are piling up, but don't let your workout fall to the bottom of the list. We've got some great tips on how to still get an effective workout even when you're short on time. Which one are you putting into your routine?

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9 Tips for Great Workouts Even When You’re Short on Time Life Time performers share their advice for maximizing your fitness efforts when you’re in a time crunch.

Did you know hydration goes beyond water intake? Learn the top tips to stay hydrated and keep your body in peak condition all summer long!

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Why Drinking Water Alone Isn’t Enough to Stay Hydrated Consuming adequate amounts of water daily is essential — but you also need to ensure your body holds on to those fluids.

Summer is in full swing, and you know what that means – outdoor workouts in the sun! 🌞☀️ But hold up! Before you hit the pavement, let's talk about how to tackle those workouts in the summer heat. Check out 5 tips our Dynamic Personal Trainers have to keep you safe during your favorite outdoor workouts.


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5 Tips for Safely Exercising in the Summer Heat Recommendations from two Dynamic Personal Trainers for working out when it’s hot outside.

Did you know that Walking or jogging in reverse improves stability, balance, coordination, and cognitive function? It might feel silly, but reversing your stride demands a more erect posture than the slight frontward lean of forward walking, which creates a new chal­lenge for muscles in the abdomen and back while also stretching the hip flexors. Don't knock it before you try it!

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BREAK IT DOWN: Backward Walking Walking or jogging in reverse improves stability, balance, coordination, and cognitive function. Learn more.

How are you recovering? Every body needs to recharge after a workout, and knowing the difference between active and passive recovery can help you achieve your fitness goals. Read through to learn more.

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Expert Answers: What’s the Difference Between Active and Passive Recovery? A Dynamic Personal Trainer explains these recovery types — and why both are important for optimal fitness.