Emily Ewen

1 week ago | experiencelife.lifetime.life | Emily Ewen |Callie Fredrickson

Stepping onto the workout floor for the first time — or even the 50th — can be overwhelming. With a maze of machines, clanking weights, and the often-unspoken flow of exercise etiquette, it’s no wonder many people feel intimidated. But the good news is that if you’re feeling this way, you’re not alone — and you’re not expected to know everything from day one.

2 weeks ago | experiencelife.lifetime.life | Tina Nguyen |Emily Ewen |Eric Butterman

There are only so many hours in a week — and many of us have our waking hours mapped out so we can make every minute count. If this includes prioritizing your health and well-being, you’re likely intentional about getting the most out of the time you have at Life Time. But imagine, just for a moment, that you have an extra hour to yourself at the club . . . how would you spend it?

2 weeks ago | experiencelife.lifetime.life | Adam Meyer |Pamela Weintraub |Emily Ewen |Esther Sternberg

If you’ve undergone surgery, you know that recovery is no picnic. Your body has been through a lot, and as a result, you might not feel quite like yourself. You could be dealing with nausea, a common side effect of anesthesia, or perhaps you simply don’t have much of an appetite. Still, eating well can significantly improve the healing process and support recovery. Postsurgery, your body requires additional nutrients to repair tissue, combat infection, and regain strength.

3 weeks ago | experiencelife.lifetime.life | Jolene Turner |Emily Ewen

With dozens of options lining the shelves of skincare aisles, picking a sunscreen can be challenging — especially if you’re someone who takes a deeper look at the ingredients and how they affect your skin and overall health. Fundamentally, there are two different types of sunscreens: mineral and chemical. “Understanding the differences can help you choose the best option for your needs and health,” says Sophie Hertz, an esthetician at LifeSpa in Colorado Springs, Colo.

3 weeks ago | experiencelife.lifetime.life | Emily Ewen |Callie Fredrickson |Lauren Bedosky |Mike Thomson

Stretching and strengthening the hamstrings often get overlooked in the pursuit of better running performance and as a means of injury prevention. Instead, many runners focus primarily on working their quads and glutes. Yet neglecting the hamstrings — and particularly knee-flexion-based exercises — can lead to imbalances that affect both stability and speed.