Thousands of Runners Complete Sold-Out Life Time 305 Half Marathon & 5K

Rhea-AI Summary

Life Time (NYSE: LTH) hosted a sold-out Life Time 305 Half Marathon & 5K in Miami on March 1, 2026, drawing a record 4,500 runners from 37 states and 36 countries.

The 16th annual event featured hometown winners, a Finish Festival, artist collaboration for finisher ribbons, and expanded Florida club plans through 2027.

Key Figures

Runners: 4,500 runners Event edition: 16th annual Participant geography: 37 states and 36 countries +5 more

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Runners 4,500 runners Record field at 2026 Life Time 305 Half Marathon & 5K

Event edition 16th annual Life Time 305 Half Marathon & 5K

Participant geography 37 states and 36 countries Runners’ origins for 2026 event

Half marathon distance 13.1 miles Half Marathon course length

5K distance 3.1 miles 5K course length

Women’s winning time 1:23:00 Half Marathon women’s winner Caroline Lefrak

Men’s winning time 1:12:38 Half Marathon men’s winner Alexander Beach

Florida clubs 6 operating, 3 planned Life Time athletic country club footprint in Florida through 2027

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Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Feb 24 (Positive)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Feb 24	Earnings results	Positive	-2.0%	Strong Q4/FY 2025 revenue, net income growth and new $500M buyback.
Feb 18	Growth initiative	Positive	+0.5%	Pilates and reformer demand surge with expansion to more locations.
Feb 11	Fundraising initiative	Positive	-0.5%	Nationwide Move for a Life Time fundraiser with $1.5M goal for children’s health.
Feb 10	Club opening	Positive	+0.7%	Opening of 92,000-square-foot West Cary athletic country club in NC.
Feb 05	Health content	Positive	+3.7%	Guidance on “fibermaxxing” trend and promoting LTH Shift Fiber usage.

Pattern Detected

Recent news has been largely positive (growth, openings, wellness initiatives), yet price reactions have been mixed, with notable divergence on strong earnings and some CSR news.

Recent Company History

Over the past month, Life Time reported strong Q4/FY 2025 financials with revenue growth and a $500M repurchase authorization, but shares fell 1.97%. Growth-oriented news on Pilates expansion, new club openings, and wellness content often saw modest gains, while a children’s health fundraiser announcement drew a small decline. Today’s Miami race update extends this pattern of brand-building, community and event-driven news alongside mixed short-term price responses.

Market Pulse Summary

This announcement underscores Life Time’s emphasis on experiential, community-focused offerings, wit...

Analysis

This announcement underscores Life Time’s emphasis on experiential, community-focused offerings, with a record 4,500 runners at its 16th annual 305 Half Marathon & 5K and continued expansion toward 9 Florida athletic country clubs (operating and planned). In recent months, the company paired solid Q4/FY 2025 results with Pilates growth, new club openings and wellness initiatives. Investors may monitor how recurring marquee events translate into sustained membership, engagement and utilization across its club network.

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16^th annual event reinforces Miami as hub for health and wellness experiences

MIAMI, March 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Life Time (NYSE: LTH), the nation's premier healthy lifestyle brand, today welcomed a record 4,500 runners to the sold‑out Life Time 305 Half Marathon & 5K presented by Baptist Health. The event continued the momentum from Life Time's Miami Marathon & Half presented by FP Movement in January, further solidifying Miami's status as a global running destination.

Runners representing 37 states and 36 countries immersed themselves in Miami's one-of-a-kind energy — from sunrise views on the 13.1‑mile and 3.1‑mile courses to the Cafecito, local bites and lively music that gave the race its signature 305 flavor. Local Miami Beach runners Caroline Lefrak (1:23:00) and Alexander Beach (1:12:38) finished first in the women's and men's Half Marathon fields, earning hometown victories. Full race results for the 2026 Life Time 305 Half Marathon and 5K are available here.

Life Time's hallmark approach to healthy entertainment was on full display at the Finish Festival, where participants enjoyed live dueling DJs, cold plunges, medal engraving, games and a beer garden. For the first time, this year's event also featured a finisher medal ribbon designed by Miami artist Vic Garcia, plus a limited-edition line of official 305 merch in collaboration with the artist.

"It was a thrill to welcome the largest-ever field to this 16^th annual event," said Life Time Chief Running Officer, Frankie Ruiz. "The Life Time 305 Half Marathon & 5K reflects both the local and global enthusiasm for running in Miami, and we're proud to be part of the community that makes this health and wellness destination so iconic. With the rapid growth of our Life Time clubs across Florida, we're creating even more year-round opportunities for people to engage with Life Time and stay connected to the active, vibrant lifestyle this region inspires."

For runners taking on the Baptist Health Pineapple Race Series, the completion of the 305 Half Marathon & 5K checks off two of three races in the challenge. The final race of the series is the Life Time Turkey Trot Miami 5K/10K presented by Baptist Health on Thanksgiving Day, November 26.

An Expanding Footprint in Florida
Life Time continues to strengthen its presence in Florida, with six athletic country club destinations currently operating across the state and three additional locations planned through 2027. These destinations — including forthcoming clubs in Orlando, Sarasota and Jacksonville — serve as hubs for best‑in‑class training, coaching and recovery.

In addition to the 305 Half Marathon & 5K, Life Time's Miami Marathon and Turkey Trot Miami anchor the company's year‑round commitment to Florida's active community, uniting local residents, visiting athletes, and runners from around the world. As part of Life Time's portfolio of nearly 30 iconic athletic events, the 305 exemplifies the brand's dedication to delivering world‑class athletic experiences that extend from its athletic country club destinations to its digital ecosystem. Through professional coaching, group training, and recovery tools, Life Time supports people in pursuing healthy, connected, year‑round healthy lifestyles.

The Life Time 305 Half Marathon and 5K is among nearly 30 premier athletic events owned and produced by Life Time, including the Chicago Half Marathon, UNBOUND Gravel, and the Leadville Race Series. For more information about all Life Time athletic events including event registrations, visit https://my.lifetime.life/athletic-events.html.

About Life Time
Life Time (NYSE: LTH) empowers people to live healthy, happy lives through its 190 athletic country clubs across the U.S. and Canada, the complimentary and comprehensive Life Time app featuring its L•AI•C™ AI-powered health companion, and more than 30 iconic athletic events. Serving people ages 90 days to 90+ years, the Life Time ecosystem uniquely delivers healthy living, healthy aging, and healthy entertainment experiences, a range of unique healthy way of life programs, highly trusted LTH nutritional supplements and more. Recognized as a Great Place to Work^®, the company is committed to upholding an exceptional culture for its 43,000 team members.

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SOURCE Life Time, Inc.

FAQ

How many runners participated in the Life Time 305 Half Marathon & 5K (LTH) on March 1, 2026?

A record 4,500 runners participated in the sold-out event. According to Life Time, participants represented 37 states and 36 countries, underscoring the race's growing national and international appeal.

Who won the 2026 Life Time 305 Half Marathon in Miami and what were their times?

Local runners Caroline Lefrak and Alexander Beach won the women's and men's halves. According to Life Time, Lefrak finished in 1:23:00 and Beach in 1:12:38, earning hometown victories.

What new participant features were introduced at the Life Time 305 event on March 1, 2026?

New features included a finisher medal ribbon by artist Vic Garcia and limited-edition merch. According to Life Time, the Finish Festival also offered DJs, cold plunges, medal engraving, games, and a beer garden.

How does the 305 Half Marathon & 5K fit into Life Time's Baptist Health Pineapple Race Series for LTH participants?

Completing the 305 Half Marathon & 5K counts as two of three races in the series. According to Life Time, the final race is the Turkey Trot Miami 5K/10K on November 26, 2026.

What are Life Time's plans for expansion in Florida after the March 1, 2026 event (LTH)?

Life Time plans three additional athletic country club locations in Florida through 2027. According to Life Time, forthcoming clubs are planned for Orlando, Sarasota, and Jacksonville, adding to six current Florida destinations.

Where can runners find results and more information about Life Time athletic events including the 305 (LTH)?

Full race results and event information are available on Life Time's athletic events site. According to Life Time, details and registrations for nearly 30 events, including the 305, are published online.