Life Time Inc.

July marks our 32nd birthday! The vision of Life Time, created by our Founder, Chairman and CEO Bahram Akradi goes back well over 30 years but became reality on July 15, 1992. He says, “I imagined it as a place that would encompass all aspects of health, including physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. We envisioned it as a third space where people could spend time on their own, as well as connect with others in the community." 32 years, 180+ clubs across 31 states and one province in Canada and millions of members later, Bahram’s vision – brought to life by more than 39,000 of the best Team Members – is looking pretty good! If you’ve ever wondered about our history, take a look.

“Rethink, reimagine and adapt” are three words our fearless founder Bahram Akradi uses to describe how Life Time has evolved over the years. As we approach our 32nd birthday, it’s the perfect time to roll out this video interview with him from our recent Life Time Sea Otter Classic. Hearing his perspective on that and how living a healthy way of life is good for all businesses and relationships is worth the watch.   Click the link below to watch and listen to the full interview, moderated by Life Time Talks cohost Jamie Martin.

Today we revealed one of our most anticipated openings yet – Life Time Harbour Island in Tampa and we couldn’t be more excited to become a part of the community. Tampa Mayor Jane Castor shared her thoughts on our arrival too, noting, “Life Time’s arrival in Harbour Island promises an entirely new health and wellness experience for our entire Tampa community. Their investment not only creates new jobs but also infuses vibrancy into the area, reinforcing our ongoing commitment to healthy living for all ages.” Take a look at this stunner of a space!

Spending time in nature is necessary for a healthy, happy life. Unfortunately, not everyone has equal access to the natural world. The Life Time Foundation and our team members, in partnership with SUGi and community volunteers, planted a pocket forest in Minneapolis in June, providing critical green space. This densely-packed forest of more than 1,400 trees and plants will be a space of healing, reflection, and connection for the community. Watch the video below for a behind-the-scenes look at the tree planting.

Life Time is front and center in this week's must-read "Square Feet" column in The New York Times. Writer Megan Willett-Wei explored our new PENN 1 club and spoke with our visionary Founder, Chairman and CEO Bahram Akradi about our growth in the commercial real estate sector and becoming a highlight for many developments. The column notes that "high-end gyms, many of which used to be an amenity are now the star attraction..." This is on full display at Vornado Realty Trust's PENN DISTRICT, among other places across the country. https://lnkd.in/gRiZ6Qm3

Helping people live healthier, happier lives happens in many ways. One way is by sharing info on great local news channels like WCCO | CBS News Minnesota. This week, Jamie Martin Editor-in-Chief of Experience Life magazine talked with Heather Brown and A.J. Hilton about the importance of feeding the 600+ muscles that are hard at work in our bodies every day. Getting the right nutrients—both from wholesome, nutritious foods and high-quality supplements—are key. (Interested in the magazine? You can find it at experiencelifemag.com and on select newsstands.) https://lnkd.in/g8jbKN2F

We were elated to read Baz Dreisinger's recent perspective on Life Time and her Q &A with our own Mark Huckaby. In her words: "I am convinced that Life Time is taking over the world. I’d paid little mind to the self-described “wellness pioneer reshaping the way consumers approach their health by integrating where we move, work and live—digitally and physically”—until I stayed in one of their Life Time Living properties in Florida (Life Time Coral Gables) a few years ago and wrote about it here. Now I see Life Time everywhere, especially in my home town of New York City, where they just opened their ninth location, near Penn Station: a gleaming oasis of all things healthy, fit and well in the pinnacle of urban grit." It's a great read you can find here: https://lnkd.in/g65mXJdE

Many of our awesome team members note "Dad" as their number one role. We tapped three of our Dynamic Personal Trainers who are Dads of babies to adults for their tips on making their health and wellness a priority. Consistency Trumps Perfection with Workouts Cliff Edberg, Senior Director of MIORA Performance + Longevity Dad to 3 1/2-year-old daughter and 12-week-old son “Life changes each stage of your children’s life, and you need to be nimble with your expectations. Workouts might get shortened or missed and that doesn’t mean you fall off or throw your hands up. It means doing your best each day to adapt and do the best you can for yourself and for your family." Remember to Ask for Help When You Need It David Freeman, Senior Director of Alpha Dad of 10-year-old son and 8-year-old daughter   “Giving yourself grace and asking for help truly unlocks your true superpower which is being vulnerable. You cannot be optimal in what you are doing daily as a man if you are spread thin.” Move Every Day and Remember You Can Set a Positive Example for Your Kids Bob Holper, Dynamic Personal Trainer Dad of 29- and 27-year-old daughters and 24-year-old son   “Kids learn more from what they see from their parents, compared to being told what to do. As a parent I feel you can always have a balance in keeping your own health as a priority and still being a good parent spending quality time with your kids.” Do you have your own tips for being a healthy Dad for yourself and family? We love your stories! Cliff Edberg David Freeman Bob

With 16 incredible years of service, impacting 75 new club openings and mentoring 100s of leaders across Life Time, Lesalea Hurst, a Regional Center of Excellence Leader for LifeSpa and member of the LGBTQ+ community, has focused her energy on serving the team that has become her second family.   "If you're true to yourself and you're comfortable, and you're supported, I think that opportunity is endless for you." #WomenLeaders #Pride

Life Time UNBOUND Gravel is more than just a race; it’s a celebration of the spirit of gravel cycling. The 2024 edition of UNBOUND Gravel was one for the history books. More than 4,000 riders between the ages of 10 and 91 made their way from all over the globe to the Flint Hills of Kansas for an epic weekend of gravel riding. Check out this recap from Velo to learn more about what you missed at the World’s Premier Gravel Event. Have you taken part or tried gravel cycling yet? https://lnkd.in/g7tziWSK