Life Time Highlights Eight Science-Baked Heart-Health Actions during American Heart Month
Rhea-AI Summary
Life Time (NYSE: LTH) highlighted eight science-backed heart-health actions for American Heart Month on Feb 2, 2026, emphasizing metabolic testing, Zone 2 aerobic training, strength work, recovery, sleep, nutrition coaching, social connection, and stress management.
The company points to member services—Active Metabolic Assessments, group classes, personal training, app meditations, and recovery amenities—to help improve heart-health markers and long-term well-being.
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News Market Reaction
On the day this news was published, LTH gained 3.94%, reflecting a moderate positive market reaction.
Data tracked by StockTitan Argus on the day of publication.
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Market Reality Check
Peers on Argus
LTH slipped 0.58% while peers were mixed: MAT (+0.67%), GOLF (+2.59%), YETI (+0.64%) gained and fitness-adjacent names PLNT (-0.50%) and PTON (-0.36%) declined. With no peers in the momentum scanner and a sector flag of false, trading appears more company-specific than part of a broad leisure or fitness rotation.
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 25 | Marathon event recap | Positive | -0.5% | Miami Marathon & Half hosted with over 17,000 runners participating. |
| Jan 23 | Community investment | Positive | +3.0% | Life Time Foundation announced grants and programs supporting youth and environment. |
| Jan 22 | Prelim earnings, guidance | Positive | +3.3% | Preliminary FY2025 results and FY2026 guidance showing strong revenue and profit growth. |
| Jan 16 | 2026 events calendar | Positive | -1.6% | Release of 2026 athletic events calendar across 10 states and multiple disciplines. |
| Dec 31 | New club opening | Positive | -1.0% | Opening of Life Time South Lamar, a new Austin athletic country club location. |
Recent history shows positive operational and community news often met with mixed or negative price moves, while strong financial updates have coincided with positive reactions.
Over the last several months, Life Time has combined financial growth with steady brand- and community-building initiatives. The preliminary FY2025 results on Jan 22 highlighted double‑digit revenue and earnings growth and drew a +3.33% reaction. Community and events news, including the Miami Marathon on Jan 25, the Foundation’s Miami investments on Jan 23, and the 2026 events calendar on Jan 16, produced mixed trading responses. The new Austin club opening on Dec 31, 2025 also saw a modest decline, suggesting lifestyle or expansion headlines do not always translate into short‑term price strength.
Market Pulse Summary
This announcement spotlights Life Time’s focus on cardiovascular health by outlining 8 research-backed actions members can take, from metabolic testing and Zone 2 training to structured recovery, nutrition support, and 7–8 hours of sleep. It underscores the brand’s positioning as a comprehensive wellness platform rather than just a gym. In context of recent strong financial results and ongoing expansion, investors may watch how effectively these heart-health initiatives deepen member engagement and support long-term retention and ancillary services.
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From metabolic testing to strength, recovery, and nutrition coaching, Life Time helps members build stronger hearts
In 2024, more than 680,000 Americans died from cardiovascular disease, the leading underlying cause of death in the country (CDC). Nearly half of
"Heart health is fortified through daily habits that focus on strengthening the body, improving cardiovascular health, and stress reduction and recovery" said Samantha McKinney, Registered Dietitian and Certified Personal Trainer at Life Time. "We've heard countless stories from members who have improved key heart health markers like blood pressure and cholesterol and, in some cases, have worked with their doctors to reduce or eliminate medication after taking charge of their health at Life Time."
8 heart-health actions members can take at Life Time
1. Know your heart rate zones
Schedule an Active Metabolic Assessment at Life Time to establish your personal training zones and understand how your body uses fat and carbohydrates as fuel sources. Everyone is unique and this data helps guide smarter cardio programming and long-term heart-health progress.
2. Prioritize Zone 2 training for an aerobic base
Use your personalized zone profile to spend meaningful time in your heartrate Zone 2 (steady, conversational effort) to strengthen endurance capacity.
3. Build community and social ties
Research shows that strong social connections and supportive relationships are linked to better cardiovascular health and lower risk of heart disease and stroke. People with poor social relationships have been found to have a
Life Time's group classes, small-group training formats and social events give members daily opportunities to build relationships and find shared accountability. These strong social ties not only make workouts more fun but also contribute to improved mental and physical health.
4. Add short bursts of higher-intensity exercise
Recent research published in Nature shows that brief bouts of high-intensity activity, even in small amounts, can significantly reduce cardiovascular risk. With guidance from Life Time's trainers, members can safely incorporate interval training through Ultra Fit, its other Signature Group Training classes and personal training programs.
5. Strength train consistently
Resistance training supports heart health and whole-body function. Members can lift on Life Time's expansive fitness floors or work with Dynamic Personal Training and group training programs to build sustainable strength routines.
6. Eat for metabolic and cardiovascular support
Whole foods, quality fats, and balanced nutrition to support metabolic health. Members can connect with Life Time's nutrition coaching and resources to build individualized, heart-supportive eating plans.
7. Prioritize 7 to 8 hours of quality sleep
Most adults need 7 to 8 hours of quality sleep per night to support heart health, recovery, and stress regulation. Life Time encourages members to pair training with healthy sleep routines and stress reduction practices like meditation and journaling.
Members can also leverage the Life Time App, which features dozens of guided meditations, plus nutritional products like LTH Dream Multi-Mag Sleep Support Powder, formulated to support deeper relaxation and nighttime recovery.
8. Use recovery tools and manage daily stress
Recovery and daily stress management are essential for cardiovascular health. Life Time offers saunas, steam rooms, hot tubs, recovery spaces, and mindfulness‑based classes to support circulation, relaxation, and stress reduction.
About Life Time
Life Time (NYSE: LTH) empowers people to live healthy, happy lives through its more than 185 athletic country clubs across the
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