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"Our company launched in 1992 with the goal of helping people change their lives for the better"
CHANHASSEN, Minn.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Please replace the release with the following corrected version due to multiple revisions.
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ECONOMY, DESIRE TO AVOID TRAVEL HASSLES MEAN STAYCATIONS ON THE RISE
As the nation continues to endure a challenging economy and the summer vacation season kicks into high gear, individuals increasingly are seeking opportunities that allow them to enjoy quality time with their family and friends, while avoiding the expense and hassle associated with travel.
For some, the ‘staycation’ simply involves relaxing at home. Others dedicate time to visit local community events, pools, museums, recreational areas or parks. And, a growing number of consumers are turning to their local health club. That’s right. Their health club.
“Time away from work still has individuals craving the typical benefits of vacation: time to relax and rejuvenate,” said Jeff Zwiefel, Life Time Fitness executive vice president and exercise physiologist. “Member usage at our centers is on the rise. For some, it’s the desire to avoid the expense of a summer vacation. For others, it’s a conscious effort to spend additional time focusing on reducing stress, getting back into shape and taking charge of health and wellness at a time when so many other things may seem to be out of control.”
Indeed, with 84 unique sports and athletic, professional fitness, family recreation and spa centers in a resort-like setting, Life Time Fitness (NYSE: LTM) has created healthy lifestyle, recreation and entertainment destinations designed to serve the needs of the entire family. Supported by a large team of certified team members, programs and services, Life Time locations sport a wide range of amenities under one roof and currently serve more than one million members.
From a cool, relaxing day at the water park, to haircuts, dining, massage, workouts, sports and recreation, child care, kids’ camps and much more, Life Time not only addresses those seeking a healthy and active way of life, but also has become a fulfilling staycation option for consumers.
Guests can grab a healthy, all-natural or organic breakfast lunch or dinner at Life Time’s LifeCafe or visit the LifeSpa & Salon for full range of hair, nail and skin care services, and therapeutic massage.
A whopping 400 pieces of state-of-the-art cardiovascular and resistance training equipment, plus free weights, along with a wide range of programs, activities, leagues and entertainment for all ages and physical abilities is just the beginning of the typical Life Time experience. Plus, multiple group exercise, Pilates and yoga studios with free and fee-based programs, a unique cycle theatre, team of certified personal trainers and programming, wide selection of adult and youth programs and activities, two full-size basketball courts, and dry saunas await those seeking to get in shape and de-stress. Indoor rock climbing caverns, large indoor and outdoor aquatics centers, lap pools and children’s interactive play areas, two whirlpools and an outdoor bistro add to the uniqueness, recreation and entertainment value of Life Time’s large resorts.
Parents concerned with how to find the time to work out or to relax, while also keeping up with their kids’ schedules, have Life Time’s large, interactive child centers, featuring play mazes, junior basketball courts, computer labs, children’s activity areas, and a separate infant playroom at their disposal. For the ultimate in convenience, dedicated family locker rooms also are available.
Addressing the budgeted-minded consumer, Life Time offers a range of club and membership choices. Every membership type includes complimentary locker and towel service, no long-term contracts, and a 30-day money-back guarantee. Member benefits also include the ‘Big 16,’ which offers 16 events each month dedicated to a wide range of interest areas, and Member Advantage, which delivers substantive discounts on dining, sports and travel, and much more simply by being a Life Time member.
“Our company launched in 1992 with the goal of helping people change their lives for the better,” says Zwiefel. “As our centers have evolved over the years so too has the incredible array of options and conveniences we offer, making it easy for individuals, couples and families to do something that’s good for them financially, mentally and physically. The fact that we have become a vacation destination is a testament to the fact that we offer complete lifestyle centers, not merely health clubs.”
More information about Life Time Fitness, including a virtual tour and locations, is available at lifetimefitness.com.
About Life Time Fitness, Inc.
Life Time Fitness, Inc. (NYSE:LTM) operates distinctive and large, multi-use sports and athletic, professional fitness, family recreation and resort and spa centers. The Company also provides consumers with personal training consultation, full-service spas and cafes, corporate wellness programs, health and nutrition education, the healthy lifestyle magazine, Experience Life, athletic events and nutritional products. As of June 29, 2009, Life Time Fitness operated 84 centers in 19 states, including Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New Jersey, North Carolina, Ohio, Tennessee, Texas, Utah and Virginia. Life Time Fitness is headquartered in Chanhassen, Minnesota, and can be located on the Web at lifetimefitness.com. LIFE TIME FITNESS, LIFE TIME ATHLETIC, EXPERIENCE LIFE, and the LIFE TIME FITNESS TRIATHLON SERIES are trademarks of Life Time Fitness, Inc. All other trademarks or registered trademarks are the property of their respective owners.