Life Time Talks

After first joining a gym to "get skinny," Chrissy King, now a fitness coach, found a new sense of strength and power from exercise, which also challenged and changed her self-narrative. She speaks to us about her passions: fitness and strength training, body liberation, redefining what healthy means for you, and welcoming all people into the health and fitness space.   Find the episode highlights...

Today, Becca Rigg is dedicated to her health and fitness — but that wasn't always the case. For many years, she struggled with her body image, relationship with food and the scale, finding time for fitness, and making changes that weren't short-term or unsustainable. In this episode, she shares her story of transformation, including the game-changers that enabled her to make her health a journey,...

Wine has a long tradition in many food cultures around the world, and is a favorite alcoholic beverage for many. But is it really a healthier choice when it comes to alcohol? Paul Kriegler, RD and wine aficionado, talks about wine's effects on our health, including our cardiovascular system, hormones, even exercise performance. He also offers tips on how to choose healthier wines, as well as which...

Coffee is a daily staple — and source of joy — for many of us. But there's also a lot confusion around it: Is it good for you? Bad for you? Something in between? Anika Christ, RD, joins us to talk about how coffee can be part of a healthy nutrition plan, so long as you keep a few key considerations in mind. Plus, she shares some of her own good-for-you coffee drinks.   Find the episode highlights,...

The Blue Zones are five places around the globe that explorer Dan Buettner and fellow researchers have identified as having the highest populations of longest-living individuals. Buettner joins us to talk about the Blue Zones 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 vitality.   F...

Earlier this year, Glennon Doyle's latest memoir, Untamed , quickly became a No. 1 New York Times bestseller, resonating with many in part due to its relevancy: "We all got stuck with ourselves in quarantine," Doyle says, "and Untamed is about what happens when you're stuck with yourself." Doyle joins us to speak about her book, about the transformative power of imagination and grief — and being t...

Gunnar Peterson has trained everybody — from professional athletes to high-profile celebrities to everyday exercisers. In this episode, we talk about his long-time experience in the industry, including trends that have come and gone, and the staples he uses in his programming to help people reach their goals and perform their best, whether that's on the court, behind the big screen, or in daily li...

The gut is connected to many aspects of our wellness. In fact, it's often considered the gatekeeper to our overall health — and imbalances many times surface in surprising ways. Hint: They're often not digestive symptoms. Samantha McKinney, RD, discusses the gut's far-reaching effects, what harms it, and the daily lifestyle strategies we can use to support our gut health.   Find the episode highli...

Anxiety has been on the rise across all ages and demographics for more than a decade. Since the start of the pandemic, it's becoming even more prevalent — whether you're experiencing it in higher levels or for the first time. Our guest, Brie Vortherms, MA, LMFT, speaks to how our bodies react to anxiety, offers useful practices we can all use to feel better in those moments, and provides guidance...

Purpose is critical to our sense of meaning and happiness: It can give direction to our lives, as well as bring fortitude and true fulfillment. Our guest, NFL veteran Tim Hightower, discusses how his focus on purpose from an early age has guided him, from his college playing days to his career in the NFL when he suffered a perceived career-ending injury to present. He offers advice we can all foll...

Vegetables are always a critical component of a healthy diet, but their effect on the immune system makes them even more powerful at this time. Julie Brown, RD, the nutrition and assessments program manager at Life Time, joins us to discuss their many health benefits and to share her favorite cooking tips and best tricks for squeezing more veggies into your meals and snacks.   Find the show notes,...

Your immune system defends your health, and now more than ever, we want it to be strong. In this episode, we talk with Tom Nikkola, vice president of nutrition and virtual training at Life Time, about the eating and lifestyle choices that can compromise immunity, as well as how we can optimize our nutrition to help build this system. Plus, he shares some bonus tips for exercise and sleep.   Find t...

COVID-19 has flipped our kids' lives upside down. Our guest and mom of three, Krystel Reierson, curriculum and events manager for Life Time Kids, offers advice for talking about the virus with your children, as well as tips and tricks for keeping them entertained while you're all at home together.   Find the show notes, get related resources and view the transcript for this episode at https://expe...

Resilience is our capacity to overcome and recover from difficult times — and we're definitely in one of those right now. In this week's episode, Jen Elmquist, MA, LMFT, director and co-creator of Life Time Mind, shares ways to protect your mind and body, as well as some simple mental exercises you can do if you feel overwhelmed with stress or worry.   Find the show notes, get related resources an...

A lot of people are struggling to maintain their healthy eating habits while at home, but it doesn't have to be so hard. Our guest, Life Time registered dietitian Anika Christ — a.k.a. Coach Anika — offers straightforward, practical tips that can make healthy eating a little easier, as well as some mindfulness practices to help shift our mindsets as we navigate these obstacles and make healthy eat...

Just because we're more confined to our homes right now doesn't mean we can't prioritize our fitness. We have the opportunity to form new habits or adjust our routines to reap new benefits by trying new things. In this episode, Danny King, national manager of team development at Life Time and personal trainer, offers his advice for maximizing your at-home workouts — no matter your starting point....

In an effort to social distance and slow the spread of COVID-19, many of us have transitioned to working remotely. In this episode, James O'Reilly, president of Life Time Work, offers his top five tips for keeping your days and space productive, engaging, and healthy, as well as addresses the benefits and challenges that come with working from home.   Find the show notes, get related resources and...

Many of us — even those who normally sleep well — may be having trouble falling and staying asleep given the fear and anxiety we're facing as part of the COVID-19 pandemic. Yet sleep is critical for our immune function, our ability to fight off infection and our mental health. Integrative psychiatrist and author Henry Emmons, MD, is back to talk about these connections and offer tips for getting m...

Thank you for listening to the first season of Life Time Talks! We've enjoyed the great conservations we've had, and appreciate you tuning in and sharing the episodes with others in your life. We're aiming to be back in your feeds with Season 2 in early May. In the meantime, stay in touch with us on social @lifetime.life , or email us at lttalks@lt.life with any thoughts you'd like to share or top...

There are a lot of misconceptions around healthy eating. For our first bonus episode, we brought back our guests from episode 5 — nutritionist Julie Brown, RD, and Ryan Dodge, LifeCafe executive chef — to debunk five of the most common ones. You'll learn whether all calories are created equal, if you can out-train a bad diet, the truth about low fat, and more.   Find the show notes, get related re...

In our increasingly digital world, the way we connect with others has changed — but the positive effects of a strong support system have not. In this episode, we talk with Justin Reis, co-creator of Life Time's AMP cycle format, about the communities he's built inside and outside of the fitness space, as well as how we can create more meaningful connections and surround ourselves with those who su...

One of the most powerful tools we have for getting and staying healthy is the food we eat to nourish our bodies. In this episode, we cover the reasons nutrition is challenging, tips for meal planning and grocery shopping, and why there is no right or wrong way of eating — it's all about finding balance and discovering what works for your body. Our guests are Julie Brown, RD, program manager for nu...

Being "fit" looks a little bit different for everyone. In this episode, we discuss the importance of moving for your unique body and motivations, the importance of mechanics and consistency, the components of a well-rounded workout regimen, and why fitness is about so much more than aesthetics. Our guest is Maggie Fazeli Fard, RKC, MFT-1, senior fitness editor at Experience Life , an Alpha Strong...

While many aspects of our health are interconnected, there are two in particular we come back to time and again: sleep and stress. They play a major role in how we feel and function, both mentally and physically, and if we don't have good habits in place, every other aspect of our health can start to crumble. In this episode, integrative psychiatrist, Henry Emmons, MD, discusses why they're essent...

We intentionally chose mindset as the first topic for this podcast because — while it's often overlooked — it's where real, lasting change starts, whether you're working on your health, fitness, relationships, or career. Our guest is Jen Elmquist, a licensed mental health professional and the creator of LT Mind. We discuss why mindset has such a profound impact on our health and well-being, as wel...