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S12 E22: Why "Retreating" Is Essential for Our Physical and Mental Health With Caroline Sylge Mar 31, 2026

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Many of us feel overwhelmed by what's going on in the world around us, yet we're disconnected from what's going on inside us. In this episode, we're speaking with author Caroline Sylge, who makes the case for "retreating" or stepping back from our usual routines and distractions to reconnect with ourselves and find and sustain a happier version of our lives. She walks us through insights from her new book, How to Retreat, offering guidance for stepping away — even briefly — from the everyday to rest, reset, and renew.

Find the episode highlights, get related resources and view the transcript for this episode at https://experiencelife.lifetime.life/podcast/why-retreating-is-essential-for-our-physical-and-mental-health

Have thoughts you'd like to share or topic ideas for future episodes? Email us at lttalks@lt.life — we'd love to hear from you!

The information in this podcast is intended to provide broad understanding and knowledge of healthcare topics. This information is for educational purposes only and should not be considered complete and should not be used in place of advice from your physician or healthcare provider. We recommend you consult your physician or healthcare professional before beginning or altering your personal exercise, diet or supplementation program.

S12 E21: Taking Your Supplement Regimen to the Next Level with Jim LaValle, RPh, CCN (Performance & Longevity Series) Mar 26, 2026

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Nutrients play an essential role in overall health and well-being, yet many of us are deficient in some foundational ones — vitamin D and magnesium, for instance — due to our modern diets and lifestyles. Foundational supplements are important for bridging these gaps and getting us to a better place. But what about optimization once we've established a solid foundation? What are advanced options for elevating our health even further?

In this episode, Jim LaValle, RPh, CCN, shares the top supplements he'd recommend if you're looking to take your supplement regimen to the next level. He also discusses some of the current innovations in supplementation and how they're being designed to provide more targeted solutions.

This episode of Life Time Talks is part of our series on Performance and Longevity with MIORA.

Find the episode highlights, get related resources and view the transcript for this episode at https://experiencelife.lifetime.life/podcast/taking-your-supplement-regimen-to-the-next-level-performance-longevity-series

Have thoughts you'd like to share or topic ideas for future episodes? Email us at lttalks@lt.life — we'd love to hear from you!

Life Time provides administrative, non-clinical support to MIORA as well as services and amenities related to general wellness and fitness; Life Time does not provide medical advice, diagnosis, treatment or care.

S12 E20: Setting Intentions and World Records: Meet Life Time Performer Austin Head Mar 24, 2026

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In this episode, you'll meet Austin Head, a two-time Guinness World Record Holder for lunging and a Life Time fitness performer in New York City. He shares his unique training philosophy and explains why setting intentions can be a catalyst for transformation. Beyond sharing his workout philosophy, he also discusses the core elements he brings to his group fitness classes and how his holistic approach is designed to inspire positive change in participants.

Find the episode highlights, get related resources and view the transcript for this episode at https://experiencelife.lifetime.life/podcaast/setting-intentions-and-world-records-meet-life-time-performer-austin-head

Have thoughts you'd like to share or topic ideas for future episodes? Email us at lttalks@lt.life — we'd love to hear from you!

S12 E19: How Sexual Health Is Connected to Overall Well-Being with Jim LaValle, RPh, CCN (Performance & Longevity Series) Mar 19, 2026

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Sexual health is about more than performance — it can be a major indicator of overall health. It's a reflection of your overall vitality, including the balance of your hormones and even your cardiovascular status.

In this episode, Jim LaValle, RPh, CCN, explains the critical links between sexual health and overall well-being, emphasizing that it's not a topic to shy away from addressing if you're experiencing issues. He dives into the specific areas of health that are connected to sexual desire and function, and speaks to the roles that medications, therapeutic treatments, and lifestyle strategies play.

This episode of Life Time Talks is part of our series on Performance and Longevity with MIORA.

Find the episode highlights, get related resources and view the transcript for this episode at https://experiencelife.lifetime.life/podcast/how-sexual-health-is-connected-to-overall-well-being-performance-longevity-series

Have thoughts you'd like to share or topic ideas for future episodes? Email us at lttalks@lt.life — we'd love to hear from you!

S12 E18: Ask the Experts: Your Fitness and Nutrition Questions, Answered With Jeff Rosga, CPT, and Julie Brown, RD Mar 17, 2026

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How do you train for a better quality of life? How can you make healthy eating easier? What health metrics are worth paying attention to — and how can they inform my plan? Life Time experts Jeff Rosga, CPT, and Julie Brown, RD, join us to answer some of the common fitness and nutrition questions they hear from clients.

Find the episode highlights, get related resources and view the transcript for this episode at https://experiencelife.lifetime.life/podcast/ask-the-experts-your-fitness-and-nutrition-questions-answered

Have thoughts you'd like to share or topic ideas for future episodes? Email us at lttalks@lt.life — we'd love to hear from you!

S12 E17: How to Care for Our Skin as We Age with Carrie Lucio, APRN, CNP (Performance & Longevity Series) Mar 12, 2026

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Skin changes are inevitable as we age — yet with today's advanced skincare practices and strategies, we have more tools than ever to help prevent and treat unwanted signs of aging. With so many options and so much noise around them, it's often hard to know what techniques will actually make a difference for you.

In this episode, Carrie Lucio, APRN, CNP, helps us understand the natural effects of aging on the skin, offering tips around lifestyle strategies and skincare products and services that are proven to help protect and care for aging skin, as well as combat some of the visible signs of aging. Lucio also offers her take on several trending topics, including collagen, peptides, red-light therapy, and alternatives to Botox and fillers.

This episode of Life Time Talks is part of our series on Performance and Longevity with MIORA.

Find the episode highlights, get related resources and view the transcript for this episode at https://experiencelife.lifetime.life/podcast/how-to-care-for-our-skin-as-we-age-performance-longevity-series

Have thoughts you'd like to share or topic ideas for future episodes? Email us at lttalks@lt.life — we'd love to hear from you!

S12 E16: All About Fiber With Anika Christ, RD Mar 10, 2026

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Fiber is enjoying a major comeback. Although experts have long understood its importance in a healthy diet, the nutrient has gotten more attention of late, with more people understanding its health benefits, including — but extending far beyond — digestive health.

In this episode, Anika Christ, RD, explains why fiber is a fad that won't fade, sharing the reasons this often-overlooked nutrient is critical for maintaining optimal health. She also offers ideas for how to get more of it in our diets.

Find the episode highlights, get related resources and view the transcript for this episode at https://experiencelife.lifetime.life/podcast/all-about-fiber

Have thoughts you'd like to share or topic ideas for future episodes? Email us at lttalks@lt.life — we'd love to hear from you!

S12 E15: Power Up Your Mitochondria: A Look at Mitochondrial Health With Jim LaValle, RPh, CCN (Performance & Longevity Series) Mar 05, 2026

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If your mitochondria aren't functioning well, then your metabolism isn't going to either. In fact, these critical cell powerhouses play a role in nearly every function of the body. As research has revealed more about this, mitochondrial health has gained mainstream attention, with people interested to know what they can do to support this essential area of their health.

In this episode, Jim LaValle, RPh, CCN, delves into the role of mitochondrial health in overall well-being and longevity. He explores its effects on metabolic health and shares the health practices that can help improve mitochondrial function.

This episode of Life Time Talks is part of our series on Performance and Longevity with MIORA.

Find the episode highlights, get related resources and view the transcript for this episode at https://experiencelife.lifetime.life/podcast/power-up-your-mitochondria-a-look-at-mitochondrial-health-performance-longevity-series/

Have thoughts you'd like to share or topic ideas for future episodes? Email us at lttalks@lt.life — we'd love to hear from you!

S12 E14: How to Train for 3 Common Fitness Goals With Danny King Mar 03, 2026

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Do you have a goal to build strength, reduce body fat, or recomposition your body? Many people enter fitness centers with one of these outcomes in mind — and they tend to have more success when they have a plan in place to get them there.

In this episode, Danny King, Master Trainer at Life Time, explains why having a goal and a set plan is key to making progress. He also shares how to approach your training if you're going after one of these popular goals.

Find the episode highlights, get related resources and view the transcript for this episode at https://experiencelife.lifetime.life/podcast/how-to-train-for-3-common-fitness-goals-with-danny-king

Have thoughts you'd like to share or topic ideas for future episodes? Email us at lttalks@lt.life — we'd love to hear from you!

S12 E13: Why Thyroid Health Matters for an Active Life With Jim LaValle, RPh, CCN (Performance & Longevity Series) Feb 26, 2026

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The thyroid helps keep the body working at the right speed — but what happens if yours isn't functioning well? Many people know that fatigue is a symptom of a dysfunctional thyroid, but it can affect a wide variety of functions in addition to that because thyroid hormone is involved in nearly all aspects of how our bodies function.

If there are issues with it — which there are for an estimated one in seven people, many of whom are unaware of it — it can hinder your ability to live a healthy and active lifestyle in a myriad of ways.

In this episode, Jim LaValle, RPh, CCN, dives into this topic, explaining why thyroid health is vital for staying active and energized.

This episode of Life Time Talks is part of our series on Performance and Longevity with MIORA.

Find the episode highlights, get related resources and view the transcript for this episode at https://experiencelife.lifetime.life/podcast/why-thyroid-health-matters-for-an-active-life-performance-longevity-series

Have thoughts you'd like to share or topic ideas for future episodes? Email us at lttalks@lt.life — we'd love to hear from you!

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