Life Time's Hybrid Athlete Competition Returns in 2026: LT Games Presented by Ten Thousand Set for April in Minneapolis
Rhea-AI Summary
Life Time (NYSE: LTH) announced the return of the LT Games presented by Ten Thousand on April 25, 2026 at Life Time Target Center in Minneapolis following a sold-out 2025 debut.
Registration opens Dec 12, 2025 for members and Dec 15, 2025 for non-members; spots are limited to 128 athletes. The one-day hybrid competition uses a 17-station choose-your-own-adventure format and will award $25,000 in prize money across top three male and female finishers. Event partners include Ten Thousand, and Life Time will offer preparatory hybrid classes and an 8-week training program in its app.
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Market Reality Check
Peers on Argus
LTH slipped -0.52% while selected leisure/fitness peers showed mixed moves (e.g., MAT +4.27%, PTON +3.09%, PLNT -0.51%), pointing to stock-specific rather than sector-driven trading.
Historical Context
| Date | Event | Sentiment | Move | Catalyst |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 01 | New club lease | Positive | -2.3% | Signed lease for a large new Brooklyn athletic country club location. |
| Nov 21 | Product education | Positive | +2.9% | Guidance on creatine supplement selection and promotion of branded product. |
| Nov 06 | Program expansion | Positive | -1.2% | Nationwide expansion of CTR reformer workout across more club locations. |
| Nov 04 | Q3 earnings | Positive | +5.3% | Strong Q3 growth, margin expansion and raised full-year 2025 guidance. |
| Oct 30 | Health tips promo | Positive | -1.8% | Daylight savings health guidance and spotlight on branded sleep products. |
Recent operational and wellness-focused news has produced mixed reactions, with some positive announcements followed by price declines, while strong earnings drew a clearly positive move.
Over the last few months, Life Time has combined operational expansion with wellness and product initiatives. A new Gowanus, Brooklyn club lease and nationwide rollout of the CTR reformer workout signaled growth in club footprint and programming, though shares fell after both updates. Educational and product-focused releases on creatine and sleep showed smaller, mixed reactions. In contrast, strong Q3 2025 financial results and raised full-year guidance saw shares gain over 5%. Today’s LT Games announcement fits the pattern of experiential and brand-building initiatives alongside a modest share price decline.
Regulatory & Risk Context
Short interest at 3.15% of float with 3.88 days to cover indicates limited positioning pressure, suggesting short covering or squeezes were unlikely to be a dominant factor around this event news.
Market Pulse Summary
This announcement highlights Life Time’s emphasis on hybrid competition and experiential fitness through the LT Games, scheduled for April 25, 2026 with $25,000 in prize money and a cap of 128 athletes. It builds on Life Time’s broader strategy of premium athletic country clubs, specialized programming, and app-based training support. In evaluating impact, investors may watch future disclosures on event participation, incremental membership or engagement metrics, and how such experiences complement the company’s existing growth initiatives.
AI-generated analysis. Not financial advice.
Following sold-out debut in 2025, athletes and fans are hungry for more high-energy competition; Registration opens December 12
The LT Games serves as a gateway for athletes, whether a Life Time member or not, to discover the exceptional environment, training resources, and recovery offerings that define Life Time's healthy way of life experience at its athletic country clubs.
Hybrid fitness formats have surged in popularity as athletes increasingly embrace diverse, challenging training: competitors are gravitating toward formats that test strength, cardio, agility and resilience in one full-spectrum event. LT Games has positioned itself at the forefront of this growing category by offering a 17-station "choose-your-own-adventure" format. The flexible blend of functional strength and endurance exercises highlights a level of accessibility and engaging competition not seen in other hybrid fitness competitions.
"After seeing the level of competition delivered during the inaugural LT Games, I can't wait to welcome an incredible new field of athletes in April," said Wes Robertson, LT Games Race Director at Life Time. "With a proven legacy of hosting iconic athletic events and the power of premium training, recovery and performance offerings, Life Time continues to elevate what athletic experiences look like for our members and participants."
Registration will be available on the LT Games website starting December 12, 2025, at 12:00 PM CST for Life Time members and on December 15, 2025, for non-members. Spots are limited to 128 athletes.
Upping the ante in 2026, the LT Games will award a total of
"The first LT Games event was a new challenge that required both mental and physical demands. Constant decision making as we went through the event," said Lauren Weeks, first place female finisher and first athlete overall at the inaugural LT Games. "When we try something unfamiliar, it forces adaptation, learning, and resilience. I'm excited to return and potentially try some new strategies the second time around."
Presented in collaboration with premium performance apparel brand Ten Thousand, the LT Games redefine athletic excellence and showcase Life Time's unmatched ability to deliver iconic athletic experiences by uniting luxury athletic country clubs, world-class coaches, state-of-the-art equipment, and a community-driven training environment that set the gold standard for performance.
"Ten Thousand has always believed in doing hard things as a catalyst for personal growth and fulfillment," said CEO and founder of Ten Thousand, Keith Nowak. "Hybrid training is the clearest expression of that belief - requiring athletes to constantly evolve and push their limits. LT Games takes this mindset to the next level with an innovative arena where athletes can test their grit and toughness against the best in the world. We couldn't be more excited to expand our partnership with Life Time as the Presenting Sponsor of LT Games in 2026."
To help athletes prepare for the competition, and other popular competitions, Life Time offers hybrid-based training classes across its locations, as well as an 8-week LT Games specific training program in the complimentary Life Time app. These resources focus on the specific movements and skills featured in the LT Games, helping participants refine technique, build confidence, and maximize performance on competition day. From exclusive training programs and expert guidance to recovery amenities and social communities, Life Time provides everything athletes and members need to perform in the LT Games and in life.
For more information about Life Time, visit www.lifetime.life or follow on social media at Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn. You can also follow the LT Games on Instagram.
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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