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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Health
- Yahoo
A 51-year-old says she's in the best shape of her life. She swapped sweaty workouts for strength training.
Natalie Bushaw, 51, was always active growing up. She started going to the gym more regularly a few years into becoming a mom. She said strength training and getting some physical assessments helped her get fit. Growing up, Natalie Bushaw was always active. In high school, she played basketball, ran track, and became a cheerleader to ride the bus with her then boyfriend, now husband. By college, she got into weightlifting, reaching 155 pounds and breaking the bench press record on display at the school gym. Then, life got complicated. In 2003, Bushaw gave birth to twin boys who had health challenges and, between them, required more than 30 procedures and surgeries throughout the years. Once her sons were in preschool, Bushaw wanted to start exercising more regularly. "I was just, 'Figure out who you are, Natalie, get back to the Natalie you remember who enjoyed working out, who wanted to be healthy and fit and strong and just do it,'" Bushaw, 51, told Business Insider. That year, she joined a Life Time gym near her home in Minnesota. Since then, Bushaw has gotten a job with the gym, becoming the vice president of public relations and corporate communications for the brand. Now, she goes to the gym six times a week. Getting into shape also got easier once Bushaw found the right treatment for her perimenopause symptoms and Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disease that causes the immune system to attack the thyroid gland and can lead to weight gain. Bushaw said that by staying consistent with her medications and finding the right workouts, she feels "sharper and metabolically the healthiest I've ever been." For years, Bushaw felt the most efficient workouts were the most demanding ones. "I wanted to get hot and sweaty and be exhausted," she said. Shortly after she joined Life Time, she got a personal trainer who had her do an active metabolic assessment to measure how much oxygen she was taking in and how much carbon dioxide she was breathing out while exercising at various intensities. Bushaw wore a fitness assessment mask as she ran on a treadmill and learned her heart rate and VO2 max, a heart measurement that can be used to gauge longevity. The test also taught her whether she was losing fat or carbohydrates during different exercises. Some people are "sugar burners," burning more carbohydrates than fat during workouts. Knowing which one you are can help you modify your diet and workouts to better hit your goals, such as weight loss. Bushaw learned that she was primarily burning carbohydrates during high-intensity workouts. "So when the scale would never move, it's because I was working out too intensely," she said. She changed her workout routine to focus less on fast-paced cardio and more on strength training, known for burning fat. She said she noticed gradual weight loss over the year, which helped her "muscles shine through." "It's a mind shift because you do not burn as many calories with less intensity," she said. "The focus isn't the number of calories; it's the type of calories. I needed to burn more fat calories." Now, she usually starts her gym sessions with 20 to 30 minutes of cardio (using the treadmill, StairMaster, elliptical, or rower). Then, she moves on to a few strength exercises for one to two body parts that day, using both barbells and 15- to 45-pound dumbbells. Bushaw said she "progressively overloads" — a term for gradually increasing the intensity of her workouts over time. "I think it's really, really important that we don't get stuck always doing the same thing or lifting the same weight because the change isn't going to happen then," she said. About every six weeks, she'll increase what she's lifting by 2 to 5 pounds, depending on the exercise. She also sometimes takes barre classes to switch up which muscle groups she works out. Even though barre typically uses far lighter weights than she's used to, they feel "way heavier because you're just using your muscles in different ways," she said. To get more cardio throughout the day — rather than just in one 5,000-step morning workout — she bought a walking pad for her office last year. "I easily started hitting 10 to 12,000 steps and felt so much better, mind, body, and soul," she said. When Bushaw first started working out again after having her twins, she had to adhere to a strict morning schedule as a working mom. She would work out from 5:23 a.m. to 6:26 a.m. every day so she could return home and get out the door before 7:30 a.m. Sometimes, though, she wouldn't get to bed in time to get a full night of rest. Instead of worrying about her sleep quality and talking herself out of a workout, Bushaw "would just pretend that I didn't know how to tell time," she said. If she was going to bed at 11:30 p.m., she'd mentally act like she was going to bed at 10:30. "I faked myself out, but it worked," she said. It helped her avoid the slippery slope of missing gym sessions when plans didn't align perfectly. Bushaw said the key is not overthinking her workouts, such as worrying about how they fit into her children's lives or work tasks. "If you overthink all of the things, you're going to get yourself stuck," she said. "If you just make a commitment, like, 'This is what I do, this is a part of my routine,' you can get through things a lot easier." Read the original article on Business Insider
Yahoo
11-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Life Time's LTH Supplement Line Debuts Three New HYDRATE Electrolyte Flavors as National Hydration Month Kicks Off
LTH hits the summer flavor trifecta as spicy margarita, wild berry and strawberry lemonade join HYDRATE lineup CHANHASSEN, Minn., June 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Research shows millions or Americans are chronically dehydrated and as summer approaches and temperatures rise that number increases. To help with this, Life Time (NYSE: LTH) today announced three new flavors in the LTH HYDRATE electrolytes collection. Spicy Margarita, Wild Berry and Strawberry Lemonade join the original lineup of Peach Mango, Lemon-Lime and Blood Orange, and debut during National Hydration Month. National Hydration Day is on June 23. Many things contribute to dehydration including exercise, stress, caffeine and alcohol use. This leads to poor digestion, headaches, slower workout recovery, reduced strength, increased cravings, muscle cramps and fatigue. LTH HYDRATE replenishes these vital electrolytes along with trace minerals, which play crucial roles in maintaining health, helping you stay energized, recover faster and feel your best. "Adequate hydration requires more than just water. Our bodies need electrolytes to help direct water to where it needs to go," said Paul Kriegler, Registered Dietitian at Life Time. "Just a 3% loss of body water can have a negative impact on workouts, muscle breakdown, heart rate recovery and more. The good news is appropriate hydration with the right balance of electrolytes can make a significant difference." At a time when the global market for electrolytes is projected to grow to $18 Billion by 2033, Kriegler notes, "it's imperative people pay close attention to the ingredients and testing to ensure quality and efficacy versus marketing claims and social media likes. LTH formulas are crafted to strengthen your health from the inside out. We use highly bioavailable, science-backed ingredients, purposeful doses, and adhere to meticulous manufacturing and product testing standards." (Learn more about LTH Quality Standards here) LTH HYDRATE stands out among others: Its formulation is designed to replete what's lost in sweat, and it includes a trusted salt source from Redmond Real Salt ®. The formula provides five key electrolytes and 60+ naturally sourced trace minerals to support superior hydration and replenishment. It's also free from added sugar, artificial colors, flavors, synthetic ingredients, gluten and dairy and boasts an NSF certified for Sport verification for a clean and effective solution to those seeking to support peak performance and results. LTH HYDRATE's flavors are perfect for creating delicious and refreshing drinks. With the growing trend of using electrolyte powders in mocktail recipes, HYDRATE is now available for purchase on the LT Shop, Amazon and in Life Time's athletic country clubs nationwide. A limited selection of LTH supplements is also available from the LTH TikTok Shop, with more products coming soon. Life Time continues to expand its LTH supplement line of more than 50 highly trusted products, including the recent launch of the (RE)FUEL collagen protein bar and NOURISH daily multivitamin + greens powder. Other products include six different quality-sourced protein powders, pre-workout, essential amino acids, creatine, grass-fed colostrum, multivitamins, fish oil and more. For more information about Life Time, visit or follow-on social media at Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn. LTH is also on Instagram featuring education, experts, and recipes. About Life TimeLife Time (NYSE: LTH) empowers people to live healthy, happy lives through its portfolio of more than 180 athletic country clubs across the United States and Canada, the complimentary, comprehensive Life Time app and nearly 30 of the most iconic athletic events in the country. The health and wellness pioneer uniquely serves people 90 days to 90+ years old through its healthy living, healthy aging, healthy entertainment communities and ecosystem, along with a range of healthy way of life programs and information, and highly trusted LTH nutritional supplements and products. Life Time was recently certified as a Great Place to Work®, reinforcing its commitment to fostering an exceptional workplace culture on behalf of its more than 43,000 dedicated team members. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Life Time, Inc.
Yahoo
04-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Unlocking the Secrets to Peak Performance and Longevity: GeeVida Health and Life Time to Host Special Event at UC Irvine on June 14
Attendees will learn how to live and perform better from industry leaders, including GeeVida Health co-founder Dr. Kambiz Farbakhsh, and Life Time Founder, chairman and CEO Bahram Akradi CHANHASSEN, Minn., June 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As interest in longevity science continues to explode among consumers, GeeVida Health, in collaboration with Life Time (NYSE: LTH), is hosting a holistic health event Saturday, June 14, 2025 at the UC Irvine Beall Applied Innovation Center. The event will feature top experts and innovators sharing the latest strategies for healthy living, healthy aging and holistic wellness. A limited number of tickets are available for purchase at "We take a holistic approach to health at GeeVida Health, providing our patients the personalized care they need to thrive," said Dr. Kambiz Farbakhsh, expert in integrative medicine, co-founder and CEO of GeeVida Health and author of "Dance with Aging: Unlock the Secrets to Anti-Aging." "Life Time's best-in-class offerings, combined with their team of leading experts and high-quality nutritional supplements, all echo our comprehensive approach to wellness, and we look forward to their expert insights at this event." The event will take place from 9:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. and provide attendees with firsthand access to top clinicians and longevity pioneers including: Dr. Kambiz Farbakhsh, M.D., discussing the science behind aging well and the future of human performance Bahram Akradi, Life Time founder, chairman and CEO, sharing his insights on breakthroughs in longevity James LaValle, clinical pharmacist, C.C.N.M.T., one of the country's leading authorities on longevity and Life Time Chief Science Officer, presenting a blueprint for lifelong health Dr. Paivi Lee, LPCC and somatic psychologist, exploring the mind-body connection and its role in longevity Anika Christ, Life Time registered dietitian, providing nutritional strategies that support lifelong vitality Jeff Zwiefel, a nearly 40-year veteran of the wellness industry and former President and Chief Operating Officer of Life Time, discussing a holistic approach to wellness through fitness, nutrition, and medicine Mechelle Lewis Freeman, two-time Olympic gold-winning coach, former USA Olympian and Head Women's Relays Coach for USA Track & Field, and David Freeman, Senior Director of Coach Excellence at Life Time, will lead dynamic movement sessions throughout the day to energize the body and sharpen the mind Rob Glick, Senior Director of Innovation and Class Development and Studio Lead at Life Time Lakeshore-Irvine, will share a guided meditation experience, examining the ways that stillness, breathwork, and intentionality support longevity from within The event will provide networking opportunities with top industry specialists and access to exhibitors showcasing the latest in performance and longevity. From mindset to medicine and movement to recovery, attendees will learn how to thrive. For more details, scheduling and tickets, visit Dance with Aging. For more information about Life Time, visit or follow on social media at Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn. About GeeVida HealthGeeVida Health is a revolutionary concierge telemedicine platform focusing on your health optimization, longevity journey and treatment of common diseases right from the comfort of your home. Finally, a clinic that is about YOU. We provide state-of-the-art progressive, revolutionary, and proactive medical care. Our innovative and forward-thinking approach makes exceptional care easy, affordable, and personalized. You get access to around-the-clock and personalized remote healthcare services. It's as simple as signing up, scheduling an appointment, and going on a video consultation with a physician qualified to help you manage your condition. Our platform covers longevity, management of diabetes, high blood pressure, thyroid disease, cardiac conditions and many more. We are committed to going above and beyond traditional care delivery models to provide an enhanced client experience resulting in better treatments and optimized health. At GeeVida Health, the needs of our patients always come first and you will experience the care and attention you deserve. About Life TimeLife Time (NYSE: LTH) empowers people to live healthy, happy lives through its portfolio of 180 athletic country clubs across the United States and Canada, the complimentary, comprehensive Life Time app and nearly 30 of the most iconic athletic events in the country. The health and wellness pioneer uniquely serves people 90 days to 90+ years old through its healthy living, healthy aging, healthy entertainment communities and ecosystem, along with a range of healthy way of life programs and information, and highly trusted LTH nutritional supplements and products. Life Time was recently certified as a Great Place to Work®, reinforcing its commitment to fostering an exceptional workplace culture on behalf of its more than 43,000 dedicated team members. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Life Time, Inc.
Yahoo
03-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Eggland's Best Joins Life Time Pickleball as Official Sponsor; National Sweepstakes Kicks Off June 3rd
Leading egg brand to serve up recipes and content to fuel nutrition on and off the court CEDAR KNOLLS, N.J., June 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As pickleball continues to soar in popularity among health-conscious families and older adults alike, Eggland's Best has signed on as an Official Sponsor of Life Time Pickleball with a commitment to fuel players with energy-boosting recipes, rest and recovery tips, and a national sweepstakes. To boost wellness and ace the game this summer, fans can enter the "Eggland's Best Pickleball Power-Up" Sweepstakes for a chance to win a Grand Prize of $5,000 along with Life Time pickleball gear and Eggland's Best merch. It's open for daily entry from now through July 15 at Fans will also have the chance to win weekly prize packs, which contain a gift card, branded swag and a 3-month supply of Eggland's Best eggs. "Just as Life Time is committed to helping people live healthy, active lives, Eggland's Best values fueling people of all ages with superior nutrition through fun recipes and dietitian-backed tips," said Kurt Misialek, President and CEO of Eggland's Best. "We want to make it easier—and more fun—for people to prioritize fitness, community and smart nutrition." Eggland's Best is tapping expert nutrition guidance from Sports Dietitian Dawn Jackson Blatner to share simple yet impactful ways for pickleball players – from novice to pro level – to stay energized and recover before, during and after time on the court. From staying hydrated with Life Time's LTH Hydrate drink to fueling muscles with balanced snacks, Dawn's tips will help every level of pickleball player feel their best. will also feature two recipes including Protein Cookie Bites, a portable pre-match snack packed with quality carbs and protein, and a Crispy Quinoa Omelet, a post-game recovery meal that supports muscle repair and satisfies with every bite. "As a Registered Dietitian and certified sports nutritionist, I recommend Eggland's Best eggs to athletes of all levels, because they have 6 times more Vitamin D and more than double the Omega-3s compared to ordinary eggs," said Dawn Jackson Blatner, Sports Dietitian. "They're an easy, protein-packed snack before a pickleball game or a smart recovery ingredient after. From on-the-go Protein Cookie Bites to the nutrient-dense Crispy Quinoa Omelet, recipes made with EB eggs help players fuel better and recover stronger." Compared to ordinary eggs, Eggland's Best eggs contain six times more Vitamin D, 25 percent less saturated fat, more than double the Omega-3s, 10 times more Vitamin E, and more than double the Vitamin B12. The superior nutrition of Eggland's Best is due to its proprietary all-vegetarian hen feed that contains healthy grains, canola oil and a wholesome supplement of rice bran, alfalfa, sea kelp and Vitamin E. For more recipes, Sweepstakes Official Rules, and how to enter, visit For more information on Eggland's Best eggs, visit NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN IN THE "EGGLAND'S BEST PICKLEBALL POWER-UP" SWEEPSTAKES. Open to legal residents of the 50 US & DC, 18 or older and have reached the age of majority in state of jurisdiction. Void where prohibited. Sweepstakes starts 6/3/25 at 9:00 AM ET and ends 7/15/25 at 11:59 PM ET. For Official Rules, which govern, click here. Sponsor: Eggland's Best, LLC. About Eggland's Best Eggs Eggland's Best is the leading fortified egg brand in the U.S., providing eggs with superior nutrition such as six times more Vitamin D, 25% less saturated fat, more than double the Omega-3s, 10 times more Vitamin E, and more than double the Vitamin B12 compared to ordinary eggs. Eggland's Best's hens are fed a strictly controlled proprietary, high-quality all-vegetarian diet, which results in a better-tasting, more nutritious egg that stays fresher longer. New research from a leading academic medical center recently revealed in a modest-sided study that eating Eggland's Best eggs did not raise cholesterol and may also increase Vitamin B12 levels in older individuals. In addition, Eggland's Best has received more than 100 awards and honors from trusted publications, such as Good Housekeeping, PEOPLE, Allrecipes, Health, Men's Health, and many others. Eggland's Best eggs are available in the refrigerated egg aisle in Large, Extra-Large, Jumbo, Cage Free, Organic, Free Range, Pasture Raised, Hard-Cooked, Cage Free Hard-Cooked, Organic Hard-cooked and Liquid Egg Whites. The Eggland's Best various frozen varieties can be found in the frozen breakfast section. Eggland's Best Frozen Omelets, Bowls and Egg Bites make it easier than ever to start the day with the great taste and nutrition of Eggland's Best eggs. All Eggland's Best eggs are certified Kosher. For more information, visit View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Eggland's Best Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Wales Online
01-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Wales Online
Andre Agassi and Steffi Graf have golden rule to make legendary tennis marriage work
Andre Agassi and Steffi Graf have golden rule to make legendary tennis marriage work Steffi Graf and Andre Agassi enjoyed incredible tennis careers and have dominated the sport of pickleball in recent years while now sharing the secret behind their success on and off the court Tennis legends Andre Agassi and Steffi Graf are still going strong both on and off the court (Image: Getty ) Tennis legends Steffi Graf and Andre Agassi have revealed the golden rule they follow to make their marriage work. The couple are widely considered to be among the greatest tennis players the sport has ever seen. Graf's career from 1982 to 1999 saw her win a whopping 22 Grand Slams, being the only player ever to clinch each of the majors at least four times. In 2001, the German married men's tennis icon Agassi, who himself won eight Grand Slams with his scintillating play between 1986 and 2006. The couple have gone on to have two children, 23-year-old son Jaden Gil Agassi and 21-year-old daughter Jaz Elle. Now, a quarter of a century into their marriage, a key part of Agassi and Graf's relationship is the increasingly popular sport of pickleball. The two 55-year-olds began playing pickleball with their kids during the Covid-19 lockdowns in the spring of 2020 and have been hooked ever since. Graf admitted that the sport, which is similar to tennis but is played on a doubles badminton court, 'filled a huge' tennis-shaped gap in their lives post-retirement. And she revealed the one key reason that they have been able to sustain their marriage while competing. She said in an interview with BILD: 'We don't play against each other. We prefer to be on the same side of the court.' Agassi added: 'We like that pickleball is a community-oriented sport. People who play pickleball also improve quickly.' He went on to say: 'We really want to spread the game. When we're not traveling, we practice a lot of pickleball. Since we both play, it's fun to do it together.' On Saturday, April 12, Agassi hosted the first-ever Agassi Open Play Day at Life Time Green Valley to mark National Pickleball Month. The event was also mirrored at more than 100 Life Time athletic clubs around the United States at the same time. Earlier this year, Agassi and Graf defended their Pickleball Slam crown by winning the title for a third successive time. Jaz Agassi, Andre Agassi, Steffi Graf and Jaden Agassi pose on the court after Andre Agassi and Graf won the Pickleball Slam 3 championship in Las Vegas (Image: Getty ) They teamed up against former US Open champion Andy Roddick and Wimbledon finalist Eugenie Bouchard, winning the $1million (£743,000) prize after three matches and a tiebreak round. Article continues below When Agassi and Graf aren't playing pickleball, they enjoy spending time with their kids and their respective partners, even going on triple dates. Agassi said: 'We had a great date night the other night where it was me, Steffi, my son and Catherine, his girlfriend, and Jaz, our daughter, and her boyfriend Parker, and it was like a triple date and we all just went out and sat and talked. 'We feel like peers around them, we respect them, we seek their opinion on things, they're not hesitant to ask us our perspective on what they're going through, so it really feels like a healthy season in life.'
