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Life Time Group Holdings, Inc. (LTH - Free Report) closed the last trading session at $43.23, gaining 1.8% over the past four weeks, but there could be plenty of upside left in the stock if short-term price targets set by Wall Street analysts are any guide. The mean price target of $55.21 indicates a 27.7% upside potential.

The mean estimate comprises 14 short-term price targets with a standard deviation of $4.42. While the lowest estimate of $50.00 indicates a 15.7% increase from the current price level, the most optimistic analyst expects the stock to surge 48.1% to reach $64.00. It's very important to note the standard deviation here, as it helps understand the variability of the estimates. The smaller the standard deviation, the greater the agreement among analysts.

While the consensus price target is a much-coveted metric for investors, solely banking on this metric to make an investment decision may not be wise at all. That's because the ability and unbiasedness of analysts in setting price targets have long been questionable.

But, for LTH, an impressive average price target is not the only indicator of a potential upside. Strong agreement among analysts about the company's ability to report better earnings than they predicted earlier strengthens this view. While a positive trend in earnings estimate revisions doesn't gauge how much a stock could gain, it has proven to be powerful in predicting an upside.

Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise

Here's What You Should Know About Analysts' Price TargetsAccording to researchers at several universities across the globe, a price target is one of many pieces of information about a stock that misleads investors far more often than it guides. In fact, empirical research shows that price targets set by several analysts, irrespective of the extent of agreement, rarely indicate where the price of a stock could actually be heading.

While Wall Street analysts have deep knowledge of a company's fundamentals and the sensitivity of its business to economic and industry issues, many of them tend to set overly optimistic price targets. Are you wondering why?

They usually do that to drum up interest in shares of companies that their firms either have existing business relationships with or are looking to be associated with. In other words, business incentives of firms covering a stock often result in inflated price targets set by analysts.

However, a tight clustering of price targets, which is represented by a low standard deviation, indicates that analysts have a high degree of agreement about the direction and magnitude of a stock's price movement. While that doesn't necessarily mean the stock will hit the average price target, it could be a good starting point for further research aimed at identifying the potential fundamental driving forces.

That said, while investors should not entirely ignore price targets, making an investment decision solely based on them could lead to disappointing ROI. So, price targets should always be treated with a high degree of skepticism.

Why LTH Could Witness a Solid UpsideThere has been increasing optimism among analysts lately about the company's earnings prospects, as indicated by strong agreement among them in revising EPS estimates higher. And that could be a legitimate reason to expect an upside in the stock. After all, empirical research shows a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and near-term stock price movements.

For the current year, one estimate has moved higher over the last 30 days compared to no negative revision. As a result, the Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased 1.7%.

Moreover, LTH currently has a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), which means it is in the top 5% of more than 4,000 stocks that we rank based on four factors related to earnings estimates. Given an impressive externally-audited track record, this is a more conclusive indication of the stock's potential upside in the near term. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) stocks here >>>> .

Therefore, while the consensus price target may not be a reliable indicator of how much LTH could gain, the direction of price movement it implies does appear to be a good guide.

Created by Life Time Founder Bahram Akradi, high-intensity format adds more than 200 newly certified coaches and new classes across Life Time clubs

Key Highlights:

Ultra Fit is a coached, Signature Group Training class that integrates sprint intervals, strength, stability and balance. Intervals vary from three-minute efforts to 15-second all-out bursts, with recovery and heart-rate guidance woven in. Member demand is growing rapidly, with classes filling at higher rates and average class sizes increasing over the past two years. Life Time has certified more than 200 new Ultra Fit coaches since the beginning of 2026 to expand classes nationwide. , /PRNewswire/ -- As more people look for smarter, efficient ways to train for metabolic health, strength and longevity, Life Time (NYSE: LTH), the nation's premier healthy lifestyle brand, is expanding Ultra Fit, its high-intensity Signature Group Training format created by Founder, Chairman and CEO Bahram Akradi, with more than 200 newly certified coaches and new classes across its more than 195 athletic country clubs.

During an Ultra Fit class, a certified coach guides members through a progression of treadmill-based intervals, strength, stability, balance and agility work using equipment such as BOSU balls, bands and dumbbells. Efforts vary from three-minute intervals to 15-second all-out bursts, with coached recovery between rounds and heart rate and cadence guidance to help members know when to push, when to recover and how each segment fits into the workout. Built to integrate sprint interval training, strength, stability and balance, Ultra Fit simultaneously challenges the body's cardiovascular, musculoskeletal and neurological systems. This expansion reflects a long-standing approach at Life Time, which develops and scales formats rooted in proven science and member demand, not short-lived fitness trends.

Life Time's athletic country clubs are intentionally designed with flexible studio and floor space so programming can evolve to accommodate new formats, allowing the company to scale formats quickly. Created in 2022 ahead of the current wave of demand for sprint interval training, Ultra Fit is the latest example, joining a broader programming portfolio that includes Alpha, GTX, CTR and HYBRID XT.

Sprint Interval Training (SIT) continues to gain attention as a time-efficient approach for people seeking measurable results. Research demonstrates that compared to Moderate Intensity Continuous Training (MICT), SIT is a superior method for fat loss, and can improve VO2 max (cardiorespiratory fitness) to the same extent as MICT, but in one-fifth of the time.

During an Ultra Fit class, a certified coach guides members through a progression of treadmill-based intervals, strength, stability, balance and agility work using equipment such as BOSU balls, bands and dumbbells. Efforts vary from three-minute intervals to 15-second all-out bursts, with coached recovery between rounds and heart rate and cadence guidance to help members know when to push, when to recover and how each segment fits into the workout.

"Ultra Fit is one of our most athletically challenging training formats, and we're seeing strong interest from members who are training for a specific goal as well as those focused on long-term health and longevity," said Nastassia Smith, Vice President of Group Training and Studio at Life Time. "The combination of sprint intervals, strength, stability and recovery supports metabolic health, healthy aging and athletic performance, making it an incredibly effective workout to add to your routine once or twice a week."

Members can find class schedules and reserve an Ultra Fit class through the Life Time app.

You can learn more about what to expect and the philosophy behind Ultra Fit in this Experience Life article.

About Life Time
Life Time (NYSE: LTH) empowers people to live healthy, happy lives through its 195 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 more than 50,000 team members.

SOURCE Life Time, Inc.

Swenson takes a sixth straight title in a two-up sprint and Melisa Rollins earns her second Leadville victory, as 1,700 athletes return to a community rebuilding from the Willow Fire

, /PRNewswire/ -- Following a summer marked by the Willow Fire and significant disruption to the Leadville community, the 32nd annual Life Time Leadville Trail 100 MTB presented by Kenetik returned to the heart of Lake County this weekend, bringing 1,700 athletes from all 50 states and 21 countries to Leadville for one of the most iconic days on the endurance racing calendar. Riders aged 18 to 80 – first-time finishers and world-tour professionals on the same start line – took on the legendary Race Across the Sky, cheered on by hundreds of fans, crews and volunteers lining the course from Leadville's main street to 12,424 feet.

2026 Life Time Leadville Trail 100 MTB presented Kenetik first place women's finisher, Melisa Rollins. Keegan Swenson and Melisa Rollins emerged victorious across the 100-mile course, with Swenson claiming his sixth consecutive Leadville title – a record he now shares with Dave Wiens, the six-time champion whose name has been synonymous with Leadville for a generation – and Rollins earning her second career victory. After more than five hours above 9,000 feet, Swenson and Matthew Wilson arrived at the finish together, with Swenson taking the sprint to stop the clock at 5:20:26. Rollins crossed the line in 5:58:43.

The event's return came at an especially meaningful time for Leadville. The Willow Fire, which began in late June west of the community, affected public lands and disrupted the region during its peak summer tourism season. The fire also forced changes to several local events, including the cancellation of the Life Time Silver Rush 50 MTB and Run in July.

For the Leadville Trail 100 MTB, Life Time worked closely with local officials, land managers, public safety agencies, community leaders and other partners to develop a safe course that avoided fire-affected areas while allowing the iconic event to continue. The updated route removed sections including Hagerman Pass Road, Sugarloaf Mountain and Powerline, while retaining the St. Kevin's and Columbine climbs that have long defined the challenge of Leadville.

"This was about much more than putting on a race. It was about standing alongside the Leadville community during an incredibly challenging summer and doing everything we could to safely bring athletes, families, volunteers and visitors back to this special place," said Kimo Seymour, Senior Vice President of Media and Events at Life Time. "Days like this are why we do this work – they're the sharp end of everything Life Time is built to support, from someone's first workout in one of our clubs to 100 miles at 12,000 feet. We're incredibly grateful to the local community and all of our partners who worked together to make this weekend possible."

For more than three decades, the Life Time Leadville Trail 100 MTB has been woven into the fabric of the Leadville community, bringing athletes and visitors from around the world to Lake County and supporting local businesses, volunteers and organizations along the way.

Life Time's commitment to the Leadville community extends beyond race day. In addition to other fundraising efforts over the years, the Life Time Foundation has pledged $50,000 to support reforestation and natural-area rehabilitation efforts in areas affected by the Willow Fire, helping contribute to the region's long-term recovery and restoration.

The Life Time Leadville Trail 100 MTB is part of the Life Time Grand Prix, Life Time's premier off-road cycling series, and one of more than 30 iconic athletic events owned and produced by Life Time. For many of the athletes on the start line, the road to Leadville began at a Life Time athletic country club, on a training plan in the Life Time app or at a shorter event in the Leadville Race Series. No other company connects that full arc – the first indoor cycling class, the first gravel race and the Race Across the Sky – inside a single health and wellness ecosystem.

The Leadville Race Series continues this weekend with the Life Time Leadville Trail 100 Run presented by La Sportiva on Aug. 22-23.

For more information about the Leadville Race Series, visit www.leadvilleraceseries.com.

About Life Time
Life Time (NYSE: LTH) empowers people to live healthy, happy lives through its more than 195 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 more than 50,000 team members.

SOURCE Life Time, Inc.

Momentum investing revolves around the idea of following a stock's recent trend in either direction. In "long context," investors will be essentially be "buying high, but hoping to sell even higher." With this methodology, taking advantage of trends in a stock's price is key; once a stock establishes a course, it is more than likely to continue moving that way. The goal is that once a stock heads down a fixed path, it will lead to timely and profitable trades.

Even though momentum is a popular stock characteristic, it can be tough to define. Debate surrounding which are the best and worst metrics to focus on is lengthy, but the Zacks Momentum Style Score, part of the Zacks Style Scores, helps address this issue for us.

Below, we take a look at Life Time Group Holdings, Inc. (LTH - Free Report) , which currently has a Momentum Style Score of A. We also discuss some of the main drivers of the Momentum Style Score, like price change and earnings estimate revisions.

It's also important to note that Style Scores work as a complement to the Zacks Rank, our stock rating system that has an impressive track record of outperformance. Life Time Group Holdings, Inc. currently has a Zacks Rank of #1 (Strong Buy). Our research shows that stocks rated Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) and #2 (Buy) and Style Scores of "A or B" outperform the market over the following one-month period.

You can see the current list of Zacks #1 Rank Stocks here >>>

Set to Beat the Market? In order to see if LTH is a promising momentum pick, let's examine some Momentum Style elements to see if this company holds up.

Looking at a stock's short-term price activity is a great way to gauge if it has momentum, since this can reflect both the current interest in a stock and if buyers or sellers have the upper hand at the moment. It's also helpful to compare a security to its industry; this can show investors the best companies in a particular area.

For LTH, shares are up 6.54% over the past week while the Zacks Leisure and Recreation Services industry is up 2.01% over the same time period. Shares are looking quite well from a longer time frame too, as the monthly price change of 9.18% compares favorably with the industry's 1% performance as well.

While any stock can see a spike in price, it takes a real winner to consistently outperform the market. Over the past quarter, shares of Life Time Group Holdings, Inc. have risen 34.09%, and are up 67.88% in the last year. In comparison, the S&P 500 has only moved 6.65% and 23.84%, respectively.

Investors should also pay attention to LTH's average 20-day trading volume. Volume is a useful item in many ways, and the 20-day average establishes a good price-to-volume baseline; a rising stock with above average volume is generally a bullish sign, whereas a declining stock on above average volume is typically bearish. LTH is currently averaging 2,732,577 shares for the last 20 days.

Earnings OutlookThe Zacks Momentum Style Score encompasses many things, including estimate revisions and a stock's price movement. Investors should note that earnings estimates are also significant to the Zacks Rank, and a nice path here can be promising. We have recently been noticing this with LTH.

Over the past two months, 3 earnings estimates moved higher compared to none lower for the full year. These revisions helped boost LTH's consensus estimate, increasing from $1.67 to $1.75 in the past 60 days. Looking at the next fiscal year, 2 estimates have moved upwards while there have been no downward revisions in the same time period.

Bottom LineGiven these factors, it shouldn't be surprising that LTH is a #1 (Strong Buy) stock and boasts a Momentum Score of A. If you're looking for a fresh pick that's set to soar in the near-term, make sure to keep Life Time Group Holdings, Inc. on your short list.

Life Time Group Holdings, Inc. (LTH) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

Shares of Life Time Group Holdings, Inc. (LTH - Free Report) have been strong performers lately, with the stock up 8.3% over the past month. The stock hit a new 52-week high of $47.24 in the previous session. Life Time Group Holdings has gained 66.3% since the start of the year compared to the -8.4% move for the Zacks Consumer Discretionary sector and the -0.8% return for the Zacks Leisure and Recreation Services industry.

What's Driving the Outperformance?The stock has an impressive record of positive earnings surprises, having beaten the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the last four quarters. In its last earnings report on July 30, 2026, Life Time Group Holdings reported EPS of $0.48 versus consensus estimate of $0.45 while it beat the consensus revenue estimate by 2.55%.

For the current fiscal year, Life Time Group Holdings is expected to post earnings of $1.7 per share on $3.33 in revenues. This represents a 18.06% change in EPS on a 11.27% change in revenues. For the next fiscal year, the company is expected to earn $1.99 per share on $3.71 in revenues. This represents a year-over-year change of 17.11% and 11.33%, respectively.

Valuation MetricsThough Life Time Group Holdings has recently hit a 52-week high, what is next for Life Time Group Holdings? A key aspect of this question is taking a look at valuation metrics in order to determine if the company is due for a pullback from this level.

On this front, we can look at the Zacks Style Scores, as these give investors a variety of ways to comb through stocks (beyond looking at the Zacks Rank of a security). These styles are represented by grades running from A to F in the categories of Value, Growth, and Momentum, while there is a combined VGM Score as well. Investors should consider the style scores a valuable tool that can help you to pick the most appropriate Zacks Rank stocks based on their individual investment style.

Life Time Group Holdings has a Value Score of C. The stock's Growth and Momentum Scores are B and C, respectively, giving the company a VGM Score of B.

In terms of its value breakdown, the stock currently trades at 26X current fiscal year EPS estimates, which is a premium to the peer industry average of 17.7X. On a trailing cash flow basis, the stock currently trades at 16.7X versus its peer group's average of 9.5X. Additionally, the stock has a PEG ratio of 1.58. This isn't enough to put the company in the top echelon of all stocks we cover from a value perspective.

Zacks RankWe also need to consider the stock's Zacks Rank, as this is even more important than the company's VGM Score. Fortunately, Life Time Group Holdings currently has a Zacks Rank of #1 (Strong Buy) thanks to rising earnings estimates.

Since we recommend that investors select stocks carrying Zacks Rank of 1 (Strong Buy) or 2 (Buy) and Style Scores of A or B, it looks as if Life Time Group Holdings passes the test. Thus, it seems as though Life Time Group Holdings shares could still be poised for more gains ahead.

How Does LTH Stack Up to the Competition?Shares of LTH have been soaring, and the company still appears to be a decent choice, but what about the rest of the industry? One industry peer that looks good is Lindblad Expeditions (LIND - Free Report) . LIND has a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy) and a Value Score of D, a Growth Score of A, and a Momentum Score of B.

Earnings were strong last quarter. Lindblad Expeditions beat our consensus estimate by 800.00%, and for the current fiscal year, LIND is expected to post earnings of $0.16 per share on revenue of $851.05 million.

Shares of Lindblad Expeditions have gained 13.6% over the past month, and currently trade at a forward P/E of 182.32X and a P/CF of 29.1X.

The Leisure and Recreation Services industry is in the top 37% of all the industries we have in our universe, so it looks like there are some nice tailwinds for LTH and LIND, even beyond their own solid fundamental situation.

Life Time Group Holdings, Inc. (LTH - Free Report) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.48 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.45 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.37 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.

This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of +6.67%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this company would post earnings of $0.39 per share when it actually produced earnings of $0.42, delivering a surprise of +7.69%.

Over the last four quarters, the company has surpassed consensus EPS estimates four times.

Life Time Group Holdings, which belongs to the Zacks Leisure and Recreation Services industry, posted revenues of $866 million for the quarter ended June 2026, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 2.55%. This compares to year-ago revenues of $761.47 million. The company has topped consensus revenue estimates four times over the last four quarters.

The sustainability of the stock's immediate price movement based on the recently-released numbers and future earnings expectations will mostly depend on management's commentary on the earnings call.

Life Time Group Holdings shares have added about 71.9% since the beginning of the year versus the S&P 500's gain of 6.9%.

What's Next for Life Time Group Holdings?While Life Time Group Holdings has outperformed the market so far this year, the question that comes to investors' minds is: what's next for the stock?

There are no easy answers to this key question, but one reliable measure that can help investors address this is the company's earnings outlook. Not only does this include current consensus earnings expectations for the coming quarter(s), but also how these expectations have changed lately.

Empirical research shows a strong correlation between near-term stock movements and trends in earnings estimate revisions. Investors can track such revisions by themselves or rely on a tried-and-tested rating tool like the Zacks Rank, which has an impressive track record of harnessing the power of earnings estimate revisions.

Ahead of this earnings release, the estimate revisions trend for Life Time Group Holdings was favorable. While the magnitude and direction of estimate revisions could change following the company's just-released earnings report, the current status translates into a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) for the stock. So, the shares are expected to outperform the market in the near future. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.

It will be interesting to see how estimates for the coming quarters and the current fiscal year change in the days ahead. The current consensus EPS estimate is $0.44 on $867.88 million in revenues for the coming quarter and $1.70 on $3.33 billion in revenues for the current fiscal year.

Investors should be mindful of the fact that the outlook for the industry can have a material impact on the performance of the stock as well. In terms of the Zacks Industry Rank, Leisure and Recreation Services is currently in the top 34% of the 250 plus Zacks industries. Our research shows that the top 50% of the Zacks-ranked industries outperform the bottom 50% by a factor of more than 2 to 1.

Another stock from the same industry, Target Hospitality (TH - Free Report) , has yet to report results for the quarter ended June 2026.

This company is expected to post quarterly loss of $0.10 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of +33.3%. The consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been revised 13.6% higher over the last 30 days to the current level.

Target Hospitality's revenues are expected to be $79.27 million, up 28.7% from the year-ago quarter.

Total revenue of $866.0 million increased 13.7% over the prior year quarter Net income of $101.4 million increased 40.6% over the prior year quarter Diluted EPS of $0.45 increased 40.6% over the prior year quarter Adjusted net income of $109.8 million increased 30.6% over the prior year quarter Adjusted EBITDA of $246.5 million increased 16.8% over the prior year quarter Adjusted diluted EPS of $0.48 increased 29.7% over the prior year quarter Raised 2026 outlook , /PRNewswire/ -- Life Time Group Holdings, Inc. ("Life Time," "we," "our," "us," or the "Company") (NYSE: LTH) today announced its financial results for the fiscal second quarter ended June 30, 2026.

Bahram Akradi, Founder, Chairman and CEO, stated: "We delivered strong second quarter results, driven by our continued focus on delivering exceptional member experiences across our clubs. That focus is translating into higher engagement, increased utilization of our in-center offerings and continued optimization of our membership mix. As a result, we are seeing strong comparable center revenue performance and growth in revenue per membership. We are on track to open 14 new clubs in 2026 and continue to see significant demand for our premium athletic country club model."

Financial Summary

Three Months Ended

Six Months Ended

($ in millions, except for Average center
revenue per center membership data)

June 30,

June 30,

2026

2025

Percent
Change

2026

2025

Percent
Change

Total revenue

$866.0

$761.5

13.7 %

$1,654.7

$1,467.5

12.8 %

Center operations expenses

$453.7

$403.9

12.3 %

$860.4

$774.9

11.0 %

Rent

$94.3

$83.2

13.3 %

$184.2

$164.4

12.0 %

General, administrative and marketing
expenses (1)

$66.0

$61.7

7.0 %

$125.7

$119.5

5.2 %

Net income

$101.4

$72.1

40.6 %

$189.5

$148.2

27.9 %

Adjusted net income

$109.8

$84.1

30.6 %

$206.1

$159.8

29.0 %

Adjusted EBITDA

$246.5

$211.0

16.8 %

$473.2

$402.6

17.5 %

Comparable center revenue (2)

9.1 %

11.2 %

8.9 %

12.0 %

Center memberships, end of period

860,041

849,643

1.2 %

860,041

849,643

1.2 %

Average center revenue per center
membership

$993

$888

11.8 %

$1,923

$1,733

11.0 %

(1)

The three months ended June 30, 2026 and 2025 included non-cash share-based compensation expense of $13.9 million and $14.2 million, respectively. The six months ended June 30, 2026 and 2025 included non-cash share-based compensation expense of $23.0 million and $24.5 million, respectively.

(2)

The Company includes a center, for comparable center revenue purposes, beginning on the first day of the 13th full calendar month of the center's operation, in order to assess the center's growth rate after one year of operation.

Second Quarter 2026 Information

Revenue increased 13.7% to $866.0 million due to continued strong growth in membership dues and in-center revenue, driven by an increase in average dues including from improved membership mix, membership growth in our new and ramping centers and higher member utilization of our in-center offerings, particularly in Dynamic Personal Training. Center memberships of 860,041 increased by 10,398, or 1.2%, when compared to June 30, 2025, and increased by 22,138, or 2.6%, from March 31, 2026, consistent with seasonality expectations and continued improvement in membership mix, including a significant reduction in qualified memberships administered through medical insurance providers, which have significantly lower average dues. Total subscriptions, which include center memberships and on-hold memberships, of 910,520 increased 1.3% compared to June 30, 2025. Center operations expenses increased 12.3% to $453.7 million primarily due to operating costs related to our new and ramping centers, additional center operating expenses related to increased club utilization in our mature centers, as well as costs to support in-center business revenue growth. General, administrative and marketing expenses increased 7.0% to $66.0 million primarily due to increases in incentive and benefit-related expenses. Net income increased 40.6% to $101.4 million primarily due to business performance, as well as tax-effected net cash proceeds of $3.7 million received in partial satisfaction of legal claims and tax-effected net gains of $1.5 million on sale-leaseback transactions. Net income in the prior year period included tax-effected net cash proceeds of $9.3 million received from employee retention credits under the CARES Act, partially offset by a tax-effected net loss of $9.0 million on a sale-leaseback transaction. Adjusted net income increased 30.6% to $109.8 million and Adjusted EBITDA increased 16.8% to $246.5 million as we experienced greater flow through of our increased revenue. Six-Month 2026 Information

Revenue increased 12.8% to $1,654.7 million due to continued strong growth in membership dues and in-center revenue, driven by an increase in average dues including from improved membership mix, membership growth in our new and ramping centers and higher member utilization of our in-center offerings, particularly in Dynamic Personal Training. Center operations expenses increased 11.0% to $860.4 million primarily due to operating costs related to our new and ramping centers, additional center operating expenses related to increased club utilization in our mature centers, as well as costs to support in-center business revenue growth. General, administrative and marketing expenses increased 5.2% to $125.7 million primarily due to increases in incentive and benefit-related expenses and increases in center support overhead to enhance and broaden our member services and experiences. Net income increased 27.9% to $189.5 million primarily due to business performance, as well as tax-effected net cash proceeds of $3.7 million received in partial satisfaction of legal claims and tax-effected net gains of $1.5 million on sale-leaseback transactions. Net income in the prior year period included $12.6 million of income tax benefits due to a significant exercise of stock options by our Chief Executive Officer that were set to expire in 2025, and tax-effected net cash proceeds of $10.5 million received from employee retention credits under the CARES Act, partially offset by a tax-effected net loss of $10.2 million on a sale-leaseback transaction. Adjusted net income increased 29.0% to $206.1 million and Adjusted EBITDA increased 17.5% to $473.2 million as we experienced greater flow through of our increased revenue. New Center Openings

We opened five new centers during the second quarter of 2026. As of June 30, 2026, we operated a total of 195 centers. Cash Flow Highlights

Net cash provided by operating activities for the six months ended June 30, 2026 was $408.4 million, an increase of 7.6% compared to the prior year period. Our capital expenditures by type of expenditure were as follows:
Three Months Ended

Six Months Ended

($ in millions)

June 30,

June 30,

2026

2025

Percent
Change

2026

2025

Percent
Change

Growth capital expenditures (1)

$190.1

$167.0

13.8 %

$395.3

$260.5

51.7 %

Maintenance capital expenditures (2)

$40.7

$35.9

13.4 %

$72.1

$65.4

10.2 %

Modernization and technology capital
expenditures (3)

$32.5

$19.1

70.2 %

$55.8

$38.7

44.2 %

Total capital expenditures

$263.3

$222.0

18.6 %

$523.2

$364.6

43.5 %

(1)

Consist of new center land and construction, initial major remodels of acquired centers, major remodels of existing centers that expand existing square footage, asset acquisitions including the purchase of previously leased centers and other growth initiatives.

(2)

Consist of capital expenditures required to maintain the operating condition of our existing centers.

(3)

Consist of capital expenditures related to updates and enhancements to our existing centers, technology investments, and corporate infrastructure.

Liquidity and Capital Resources

Our net debt leverage ratio improved to 1.4 times as of June 30, 2026, from 1.8 times as of June 30, 2025. As of June 30, 2026, our total available liquidity was $855.7 million, which included $632.1 million of availability on our $650.0 million revolving credit facility and $223.6 million of cash and cash equivalents. At June 30, 2026, there were no outstanding borrowings under our revolving credit facility and there were $17.9 million of outstanding letters of credit. On April 21, 2026, Fitch Ratings upgraded our issuer credit rating to 'BB' from 'BB-' and on June 25, 2026, S&P Global Ratings upgraded our issuer credit rating to 'BB' from 'BB-'. During the three months ended June 30, 2026, we repurchased approximately 2.2 million shares of our common stock under our share repurchase program approved by our board of directors on February 24, 2026, for total consideration of approximately $62.7 million at an average price per share of $28.59. 2026 Outlook

Full-Year 2026 Guidance

Percent

Year Ending

Year Ending

Year Ended

Change

December 31, 2026

December 31, 2026

December 31, 2025

(Using

(Guidance as of

($ in millions)

(Guidance)

(Actual)

Midpoints)

May 5, 2026)

Total revenue

$3,350 – $3,375

$2,995.3

12.3 %

$3,320 – $3,350

Rent

$378 – $384

$339.2

12.3 %

$378 – $386

Net Income

$358 – $363

$373.7

(3.5) %

$340 – $345

Adjusted net income

$394 – $402

$325.5

22.3 %

$378 – $386

Adjusted EBITDA

$940 – $955

$825.2

14.8 %

$925 – $940

The Company is reiterating the following expectations for fiscal 2026 as outlined in its first quarter 2026 results announced on May 5, 2026:

Complete approximately $200 million in additional sale-leaseback transactions during the second half of fiscal year 2026 for a total of $400 million during the fiscal year. Interest expense, net of interest income, of approximately $59 million to $63 million, and net of $28 million to $30 million of capitalized interest expense related to construction in progress. Manage our net debt to Adjusted EBITDA leverage ratio to maintain at or below 2.00 times. The Company is also updating the following operational and financial expectations for fiscal 2026:

Comparable center revenue growth of 7.9% to 8.3%, which includes our ramping and mature centers, increased from 6.9% to 7.5%. Open 14 new clubs, tightened from 12 to 14, most of which will be large-format, ground-up construction clubs. We expect the total square footage of our 2026 class of clubs to be approximately 1.3 million square feet, nearly double the square footage of each of our 2024 class and 2025 class of clubs. We have opened six new clubs as of June 30, 2026, and we opened one additional new club in July 2026. We expect to open the remaining seven in the fourth quarter of 2026. Maintenance capital expenditures of $140 million to $150 million, modernization and technology capital expenditures of $140 million to $150 million, increased from $130 million to $140 million as we accelerate the deployment of our CTR and Hybrid XT group training classes, and growth capital expenditures of $885 million to $910 million, tightened from $875 million to $915 million. Rent to include non-cash rent expense of $32 million to $35 million, increased from $31 million to $34 million. Cash income tax expense of $103 million to $105 million, increased from $80 million to $83 million due to taxable gains on sale-leaseback transactions closed in the second quarter and higher estimated earnings before tax for the full year. Provision for income tax rate estimate of 27%, decreased from 28%. Year-end weighted-average diluted common shares outstanding of approximately 227 million to 229 million, not including any incremental impact that may occur as a result of our $500 million share buyback program, decreased from 228 million to 230 million. Conference Call Details
A conference call to discuss our second quarter financial results is scheduled for today:

Date: Thursday, July 30, 2026 Time: 10:00 a.m. ET (9:00 a.m. CT) U.S. dial-in number: 1-877-451-6152 International dial-in number: 1-201-389-0879 Webcast: Life Time Group Holdings 2Q Earnings A link to the live audio webcast of the conference call will be available at https://ir.lifetime.life. Replay Information
Webcast – A recorded replay of the webcast will be available within approximately three hours of the call's conclusion and may be accessed at: https://ir.lifetime.life.

Conference Call – A replay of the conference call will be available after 1:00 p.m. ET the same day through August 13, 2026:

U.S. replay number: 1-844-512-2921 International replay number: 1-412-317-6671 Replay ID: 1375 6339 Earnings Supplement Presentation
The Company has made available supplemental material regarding its revenue growth strategy and memberships on its investor relations website at https://ir.lifetime.life.

About Life Time
Life Time (NYSE: LTH) empowers people to live healthy, happy lives through its 195 athletic country clubs across the U.S. and Canada, the complementary and comprehensive Life Time app featuring its L•AI•C™ AI-powered health companion, and more than 25 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 over 52,000 team members.

Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures and Key Performance Indicators
This press release includes certain financial measures that are not presented in accordance with GAAP, including Adjusted net income, Adjusted net income per common share, Adjusted EBITDA, free cash flow and net debt and ratios and calculations with respect thereto. These non-GAAP financial measures are not based on any comprehensive set of accounting rules or principles and should be considered in addition to, and not as a substitute for or superior to, net income, net income per common share, net cash provided by operating activities or total debt (defined as long-term debt, net of current portion, plus current maturities of debt) as a measure of financial performance or liquidity or any other performance measure derived in accordance with GAAP, and should not be construed as an inference that the Company's future results will be unaffected by unusual or non-recurring items. In addition, these non-GAAP financial measures should be read in conjunction with the Company's financial statements prepared in accordance with GAAP. The reconciliations of the Company's non-GAAP financial measures to the corresponding GAAP measures should be carefully evaluated.

Adjusted net income is defined as net income excluding the impact of share-based compensation expense as well as (gain) loss on sale-leaseback transactions, capital transaction costs, legal settlements, asset impairment, severance and other items that are not indicative of our ongoing operations, less the tax effect of these adjustments. Adjusted EBITDA is defined as net income before interest expense, net, provision for income taxes and depreciation and amortization, excluding the impact of share-based compensation expense as well as (gain) loss on sale-leaseback transactions, capital transaction costs, legal settlements, asset impairment, severance and other items that are not indicative of the Company's ongoing operations. Free cash flow is defined as net cash provided by operating activities less capital expenditures, net of construction reimbursements, plus net proceeds from sale-leaseback transactions and land sales. Net debt is defined as long-term debt, net of current portion, plus current maturities of debt, excluding fair value adjustments, unamortized debt discounts and issuance costs, minus cash and cash equivalents. Net debt is as of the last day of the respective quarter or year. Our leverage ratio is calculated as our net debt divided by our trailing twelve months of Adjusted EBITDA.

The Company presents these non-GAAP financial measures because management believes that these measures assist investors and analysts in comparing the Company's operating performance across reporting periods on a consistent basis by excluding items that management does not believe are indicative of the Company's ongoing operating performance, and management believes that free cash flow assists investors and analysts in evaluating our liquidity and cash flows, including our ability to make principal payments on our indebtedness and to fund our capital expenditures and working capital requirements. Investors are encouraged to evaluate these adjustments and the reasons the Company considers them appropriate for supplemental analysis. In evaluating the non-GAAP financial measures, investors should be aware that, in the future, the Company may incur expenses that are the same as or similar to some of the adjustments in the Company's presentation of its non-GAAP financial measures. There can be no assurance that the Company will not modify the presentation of non-GAAP financial measures in future periods, and any such modification may be material. In addition, the Company's non-GAAP financial measures may not be comparable to similarly titled measures used by other companies in the Company's industry or across different industries.

The non-GAAP financial measures have limitations as analytical tools, and investors should not consider these measures in isolation or as substitutes for analysis of the Company's results as reported under GAAP.

Forward-Looking Statements
This press release includes "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of federal securities regulations. Forward-looking statements in this press release include, but are not limited to, the Company's plans, strategies and prospects, both business and financial, including its financial outlook for fiscal year 2026, growth, strength of its balance sheet, net debt and leverage, capital expenditures, interest expense, consumer demand, industry and economic trends, member engagement and mix, tax rates and expense, rent expense, expected number of diluted common shares outstanding, expected number, size and timing of new center openings, successful signings and closings of sale-leaseback transactions (including the amount, pricing and timing thereof) and the timing, amount and price of any share repurchase. These statements are based on the beliefs and assumptions of the Company's management. Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks, uncertainties and assumptions. Generally, statements that are not historical facts, including statements concerning the Company's possible or assumed future actions, business strategies, events or results of operations, are forward-looking statements. These statements may be preceded by, followed by or include the words "believe," "expect," "anticipate," "intend," "plan," "estimate" or similar expressions. In addition, any statements or information that refer to expectations, beliefs, plans, projections, objectives, performance or other characterizations of future events or circumstances, including any underlying assumptions, are forward-looking.

Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those forward-looking statements included in this press release include, but are not limited to, risks relating to our business operations and the growth of our business including the competitive and economic environment, risks relating to our brand, risks relating to our technological operations, risks relating to our capital structure and lease obligations, risks relating to our human capital, risks relating to legal compliance and risk management and risks relating to ownership of our common stock and the other important factors discussed under the caption "Risk Factors" in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2025, filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") on February 24, 2026 (File No. 001-40887), as such factors may be updated from time to time in the Company's other filings with the SEC, which are accessible on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov. These and other important factors could cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated by the forward-looking statements made in this press release. Any forward-looking statement that the Company makes in this press release speaks only as of the date of such statement. Except as required by law, the Company does not have any obligation to update or revise, or to publicly announce any update or revision to, any of the forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

LIFE TIME GROUP HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS

(In thousands, except per share data)

(Unaudited)

Three Months Ended

June 30,

Six Months Ended

June 30,

2026

2025

2026

2025

Revenue:

Center revenue

$       837,402

$     735,865

$   1,604,968

$   1,421,519

Other revenue

28,594

25,604

49,728

45,991

Total revenue

865,996

761,469

1,654,696

1,467,510

Operating expenses:

Center operations

453,732

403,925

860,436

774,912

Rent

94,339

83,190

184,230

164,355

General, administrative and marketing

66,028

61,674

125,659

119,521

Depreciation and amortization

83,352

72,988

164,045

143,907

Other operating expense

18,840

31,243

35,783

48,696

Total operating expenses

716,291

653,020

1,370,153

1,251,391

Income from operations

149,705

108,449

284,543

216,119

Other income (expense):

Interest expense, net of interest income

(17,406)

(21,784)

(33,103)

(46,891)

Equity in (loss) earnings of affiliates

(2,703)

37

(2,577)

21

Other income

4,937

12,873

4,937

12,873

Total other expense

(15,172)

(8,874)

(30,743)

(33,997)

Income before income taxes

134,533

99,575

253,800

182,122

Provision for income taxes

33,175

27,473

64,344

33,878

Net income

$       101,358

$      72,102

$     189,456

$     148,244

Income per common share:

Basic

$           0.46

$         0.33

$         0.85

$         0.69

Diluted

$           0.45

$         0.32

$         0.83

$         0.66

Weighted-average common shares outstanding:

Basic

222,626

219,286

222,242

215,642

Diluted

227,337

225,511

227,397

224,585

LIFE TIME GROUP HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

(In thousands, except per share data)

(Unaudited)

June 30,
2026

December 31,
2025

ASSETS

Current assets:

Cash and cash equivalents

$       223,647

$       204,807

Restricted cash and cash equivalents

34,601

27,362

Accounts receivable, net

26,308

24,092

Center operating supplies and inventories

66,718

67,618

Prepaid expenses and other current assets

84,815

61,881

Total current assets

436,089

385,760

Property and equipment, net

3,811,994

3,633,229

Goodwill

1,235,359

1,235,359

Operating lease right-of-use assets

2,596,350

2,479,804

Intangible assets, net

180,726

180,810

Other assets

97,639

92,989

Total assets

$     8,358,157

$     8,007,951

LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY

Current liabilities:

Accounts payable

$        97,113

$        90,249

Construction accounts payable

170,536

143,545

Deferred revenue

57,994

60,309

Accrued expenses and other current liabilities

222,896

214,351

Current maturities of debt

31,774

21,848

Current maturities of operating lease liabilities

83,247

79,208

Total current liabilities

663,560

609,510

Long-term debt, net of current portion

1,465,999

1,485,939

Operating lease liabilities, net of current portion

2,682,256

2,555,513

Deferred income taxes, net

186,671

172,217

Other liabilities

57,503

58,561

Total liabilities

5,055,989

4,881,740

Stockholders' equity:

Common stock, $0.01 par value per share; 500,000 shares authorized; 223,217 and
221,077 shares issued and outstanding, respectively

2,232

2,211

Additional paid-in capital

3,163,624

3,183,032

Retained earnings (accumulated deficit)

142,554

(46,902)

Accumulated other comprehensive loss

(6,242)

(12,130)

Total stockholders' equity

3,302,168

3,126,211

Total liabilities and stockholders' equity

$     8,358,157

$     8,007,951

LIFE TIME GROUP HOLDINGS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS

(In thousands)

(Unaudited)

Six Months Ended

June 30,

2026

2025

Cash flows from operating activities:

Net income

$       189,456

$       148,244

Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:

Depreciation and amortization

164,045

143,907

Deferred income taxes

11,536

19,493

Share-based compensation

25,959

28,288

Non-cash rent expense

10,629

13,063

Impairment charges associated with long-lived assets

282

1,177

(Gain) loss on disposal of property and equipment, net

(1,185)

12,623

Amortization of debt discounts and issuance costs

1,860

1,812

Changes in operating assets and liabilities

18,007

12,100

Other

(12,238)

(1,153)

Net cash provided by operating activities

408,351

379,554

Cash flows from investing activities:

Capital expenditures

(523,276)

(364,486)

Proceeds from sale-leaseback transactions

200,191

138,771

Other

1,944

(4,936)

Net cash used in investing activities

(321,141)

(230,651)

Cash flows from financing activities:

Repayments of debt

(11,419)

(11,164)

Proceeds from revolving credit facility

—

220,000

Repayments of revolving credit facility

—

(230,000)

Repayments of finance lease liabilities

(848)

(1,221)

Proceeds from financing obligations

—

10,300

Proceeds from stock option exercises

42,131

33,866

Common stock share repurchases

(73,392)

—

Proceeds from issuances of common stock in connection with the employee stock purchase
plan

—

1,875

Employee tax withholding associated with net share-settled share-based awards

(17,268)

(4,334)

Other

(6)

(31)

Net cash (used in) provided by financing activities

(60,802)

19,291

Effect of exchange rates on cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash and cash equivalents

(329)

177

Increase in cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash and cash equivalents

26,079

168,371

Cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash and cash equivalents – beginning of period

232,169

27,878

Cash and cash equivalents and restricted cash and cash equivalents – end of period

$       258,248

$       196,249

Non-GAAP Measurements and Key Performance Indicators

See "Use of Non-GAAP Financial Measures and Key Performance Indicators" for a discussion of the Non-GAAP financial measures reconciled below.

Key Performance Indicators

($ in thousands, except for Average Center revenue per center membership data)

(Unaudited)

Three Months Ended

Six Months Ended

June 30,

June 30,

2026

2025

2026

2025

Membership Data

Center memberships

860,041

849,643

860,041

849,643

On-hold memberships

50,479

49,207

50,479

49,207

Total memberships

910,520

898,850

910,520

898,850

Revenue Data

Membership dues and enrollment fees

71.3 %

71.7 %

72.2 %

72.4 %

In-center revenue

28.7 %

28.3 %

27.8 %

27.6 %

Total Center revenue

100.0 %

100.0 %

100.0 %

100.0 %

Membership dues and enrollment fees

$      597,244

$      527,309

$    1,158,698

$    1,028,962

In-center revenue

240,158

208,556

446,270

392,557

Total Center revenue

$      837,402

$      735,865

$    1,604,968

$    1,421,519

Average Center revenue per center membership (1)

$          993

$          888

$       1,923

$       1,733

Comparable center revenue (2)

9.1 %

11.2 %

8.9 %

12.0 %

Center Data

Net new center openings (3)

5

4

6

5

Total centers (end of period) (3)

195

184

195

184

Total center square footage (end of period) (4)

18,800,000

18,000,000

18,800,000

18,000,000

GAAP and Non-GAAP Financial Measures

Net income

$     101,358

$      72,102

$     189,456

$     148,244

Net income margin (5)

11.7 %

9.5 %

11.4 %

10.1 %

Adjusted net income (6)

$      109,827

$        84,144

$      206,057

$      159,764

Adjusted net income margin (6)

12.7 %

11.1 %

12.5 %

10.9 %

Adjusted EBITDA (7)

$     246,532

$     210,978

$     473,187

$     402,565

Adjusted EBITDA margin (7)

28.5 %

27.7 %

28.6 %

27.4 %

Center operations expense

$     453,732

$     403,925

$     860,436

$     774,912

Pre-opening expenses (8)

$       1,911

$       1,066

$       4,123

$       2,439

Rent

$      94,339

$      83,190

$     184,230

$     164,355

Non-cash rent expense (open properties) (9)

$       7,672

$       5,739

$       9,423

$       8,059

Non-cash rent expense (properties under
development) (9)

$          603

$       3,921

$       1,206

$       5,004

Net cash provided by operating activities

$     209,558

$     195,698

$     408,351

$     379,554

Free cash flow (10)

$     146,489

$     112,465

$      85,266

$     153,839

(1)

We define Average Center revenue per center membership as Center revenue less On-hold revenue, divided by the average number of Center memberships for the period, where the average number of Center memberships for the period is an average derived from dividing the sum of the total Center memberships outstanding at the beginning of the period and at the end of each month during the period by one plus the number of months in each period.

(2)

We measure the results of our centers based on how long each center has been open as of the most recent measurement period. We include a center, for comparable center revenue purposes, beginning on the first day of the 13th full calendar month of the center's operation, in order to assess the center's growth rate after one year of operation.

(3)

Net new center openings is calculated as the number of centers that opened for the first time to members during the period, less any centers that closed during the period. Total centers (end of period) is the number of centers operational as of the last day of the period. During the three months ended June 30, 2026, we opened five centers.

(4)

Total center square footage (end of period) reflects the aggregate square footage, excluding the areas used for tennis courts, outdoor swimming pools, outdoor play areas and stand-alone Work, Sport and Swim locations. We use this metric for evaluating the efficiencies of a center as of the end of the period. These figures are approximations.

(5)

Net income margin is calculated as net income divided by total revenue.

(6)

We present Adjusted net income as a supplemental measure of our performance. We define Adjusted net income as net income excluding the impact of share-based compensation expense as well as (gain) loss on sale-leaseback transactions, capital transaction costs, legal settlements, asset impairment, severance and other items that are not indicative of our ongoing operations, less the tax effect of these adjustments.

Adjusted net income margin is calculated as Adjusted net income divided by total revenue.

The following table provides a reconciliation of net income and income per common share, the most directly comparable GAAP measures, to Adjusted net income and Adjusted net income per common share:

Three Months Ended

Six Months Ended

June 30,

June 30,

($ in thousands, except per share data)

2026

2025

2026

2025

Net income

$        101,358

$         72,102

$        189,456

$        148,244

Share-based compensation expense (a)

15,411

16,380

25,959

28,288

(Gain) loss on sale-leaseback transactions (b)

(2,035)

12,496

(2,035)

12,496

Capital transaction costs (c)

—

611

—

1,531

Legal settlements (d)

(4,882)

28

(4,867)

94

Employee retention credits (e)

—

(12,873)

—

(12,873)

Other (f)

2,747

(11)

3,182

109

Taxes (g)

(2,772)

(4,589)

(5,638)

(18,125)

Adjusted net income

$        109,827

$         84,144

$        206,057

$        159,764

Income per common share:

Basic

$            0.46

$            0.33

$            0.85

$            0.69

Diluted

$            0.45

$            0.32

$            0.83

$            0.66

Adjusted income per common share:

Basic

$            0.49

$            0.38

$            0.93

$            0.74

Diluted

$            0.48

$            0.37

$            0.91

$            0.71

Weighted-average common shares outstanding:

Basic

222,626

219,286

222,242

215,642

Diluted

227,337

225,511

227,397

224,585

(a)   

Share-based compensation expense recognized during the three and six months ended June 30, 2026 was associated with stock options, restricted stock units, performance stock units, our employee stock purchase plan ("ESPP"), and liability-classified awards related to our 2026 short-term incentive plan. Share-based compensation expense recognized during the three and six months ended June 30, 2025 was associated with stock options, restricted stock units, performance stock units, our ESPP and liability-classified awards related to our 2025 short-term incentive plan.

(b)   

We adjust for the impact of gains and losses on the sale-leaseback of our properties as they do not reflect costs associated with our ongoing operations.

(c)   

Represents one-time costs related to capital transactions, including debt and equity offerings that are non-recurring in nature.

(d)   

We adjust for the impact of unusual legal settlements or judgments as these costs and proceeds are non-recurring in nature and do not reflect costs or proceeds associated with our normal ongoing operations. Nearly all of the adjustment for the three and six months ended June 30, 2026 is the recognition of settlement proceeds from Zurich for the remaining occurrences of jurisdictions that issued closure orders affecting our club operations in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic. These proceeds are offset by legal-related expenses in pursuit of our claim against Zurich of $0.1 million for the three months ended June 30, 2026, and $0.1 million and $0.1 million for the six months ended June 30, 2026 and 2025, respectively.

(e)   

Represents refundable payroll tax credits for employee retention under the CARES Act.

(f)   

Includes (i) a $2.9 million write-down of certain assets within a non-club joint venture resulting from its held-for-sale classification for the three and six months ended June 30, 2026, and (ii) other immaterial transactions or items that are unusual or non-recurring in nature of $(0.1) million for the three months ended June 30, 2026, and $0.3 million and $0.1 million for the six months ended June 30, 2026 and 2025, respectively.

(g)   

Represents the estimated tax effect of the total adjustments made to arrive at Adjusted net income using the effective income tax rates for the respective periods. We updated the Taxes amount used to arrive at Adjusted net income for the six months ended June 30, 2025 to include $12.6 million in income tax benefits resulting from a significant exercise of stock options by our Chief Executive Officer that were set to expire in 2025. This change did not impact our condensed consolidated financial statements prepared in accordance with GAAP, but it did decrease our non-GAAP Adjusted net income and Adjusted income per common share for the six months ended June 30, 2025.

(7)

We present Adjusted EBITDA as a supplemental measure of our performance. We define Adjusted EBITDA as net income before interest expense, net, provision for income taxes and depreciation and amortization, excluding the impact of share-based compensation expense as well as (gain) loss on sale-leaseback transactions, capital transaction costs, legal settlements, asset impairment, severance and other items that are not indicative of our ongoing operations.

Adjusted EBITDA margin is calculated as Adjusted EBITDA divided by total revenue.

The following table provides a reconciliation of net income, the most directly comparable GAAP measure, to Adjusted EBITDA:

Three Months Ended

Six Months Ended

June 30,

June 30,

($ in thousands)

2026

2025

2026

2025

Net income

$        101,358

$         72,102

$        189,456

$        148,244

Interest expense, net of interest income

17,406

21,784

33,103

46,891

Provision for income taxes

33,175

27,473

64,344

33,878

Depreciation and amortization

83,352

72,988

164,045

143,907

Share-based compensation expense (a)

15,411

16,380

25,959

28,288

(Gain) loss on sale-leaseback transactions (b)

(2,035)

12,496

(2,035)

12,496

Capital transaction costs (c)

—

611

—

1,531

Legal settlements (d)

(4,882)

28

(4,867)

94

Employee retention credits (e)

—

(12,873)

—

(12,873)

Other (f)

2,747

(11)

3,182

109

Adjusted EBITDA

$        246,532

$        210,978

$        473,187

$        402,565

(a) – (f)     See the corresponding footnotes to the table in footnote 6 immediately above. 

(8)

Represents non-capital expenditures associated with opening new centers that are incurred prior to the commencement of a new center opening. The number of centers under construction or development, the types of centers and our costs associated with any particular center opening can vary significantly from period to period.

(9)

Reflects the non-cash portion of our annual GAAP operating lease expense that is greater or less than the cash operating lease payments. Non-cash rent expense for our open properties represents non-cash expense associated with properties that were operating at the end of each period presented. Non-cash rent expense for our properties under development represents non-cash expense associated with properties that are still under development at the end of each period presented.

(10)

Free cash flow, a non-GAAP financial measure, is calculated as net cash provided by operating activities less capital expenditures, net of construction reimbursements, plus net proceeds from sale-leaseback transactions and land sales.

The following table provides a reconciliation from net cash provided by operating activities to free cash flow:

Three Months Ended

Six Months Ended

June 30,

June 30,

($ in thousands)

2026

2025

2026

2025

Net cash provided by operating activities

$        209,558

$        195,698

$        408,351

$        379,554

Capital expenditures, net of construction reimbursements

(263,260)

(222,004)

(523,276)

(364,486)

Proceeds from sale-leaseback transactions

200,191

138,771

200,191

138,771

Free cash flow

$        146,489

$        112,465

$         85,266

$        153,839

Reconciliation of Net Income to Adjusted EBITDA Trailing Twelve Months

($ in thousands)

(Unaudited)

Twelve

Twelve

Months Ended

Months Ended

June 30, 2026

June 30, 2025

Net income

$            414,883

$            226,762

Interest expense, net of interest income

68,475

119,914

Provision for income taxes

150,298

62,674

Depreciation and amortization

316,483

282,971

Share-based compensation expense

49,421

60,625

(Gain) loss on sale-leaseback transactions

(27,316)

17,400

Capital transaction costs

—

1,531

Legal settlements

(43,590)

1,359

Asset impairments

5,791

—

Employee retention credits

(41,699)

(12,873)

Other

3,051

(540)

Adjusted EBITDA

$            895,797

$            759,823

Reconciliation of Net Debt and Leverage Calculation

($ in thousands)

(Unaudited)

Twelve

Twelve

Months Ended

Months Ended

June 30, 2026

June 30, 2025

Current maturities of debt

$               31,774

$               22,873

Long-term debt, net of current portion

1,465,999

1,493,038

Total Debt

$          1,497,773

$          1,515,911

Less: Fair value adjustment

53

207

Less: Unamortized debt discounts and issuance costs

(16,094)

(18,445)

Less: Cash and cash equivalents

223,647

175,509

Net Debt

$          1,290,167

$          1,358,640

Trailing twelve-month Adjusted EBITDA

895,797

759,823

Net Debt Leverage Ratio

1.4x

1.8x

Reconciliation of Net Income to Adjusted Net Income Guidance for the Year Ending 2026

($ in millions)

(Unaudited)

Year Ending

December 31, 2026

Net income

$358 – $363

Share-based compensation expense

54 – 58

(Gain) loss on sale-leaseback transactions

(2) – (2)

Other

(2) – (2)

Taxes

(14) – (15)

Adjusted net income

$394 – $402

Reconciliation of Net Income to Adjusted EBITDA Guidance for the Year Ending 2026

($ in millions)

(Unaudited)

Year Ending

December 31, 2026

Net income

$358 – $363

Interest expense, net of interest income

63 – 59

Provision for income taxes

132 – 134

Depreciation and amortization

337 – 345

Share-based compensation expense

54 – 58

(Gain) loss on sale-leaseback transactions

(2) – (2)

Other

(2) – (2)

Adjusted EBITDA

$940 – $955

SOURCE Life Time Group Holdings, Inc.

Caxton Associates LLP decreased its holdings in Life Time Group Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:LTH – Free Report) by 78.4% during the 1st quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The firm owned 20,206 shares of the company’s stock after selling 73,550 shares during the period. Caxton Associates LLP’s holdings in Life Time Group were worth $544,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period.

A number of other large investors have also modified their holdings of LTH. Vanguard Group Inc. lifted its position in shares of Life Time Group by 1.1% during the fourth quarter. Vanguard Group Inc. now owns 13,643,761 shares of the company’s stock worth $362,651,000 after purchasing an additional 143,487 shares during the last quarter. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP raised its holdings in Life Time Group by 15.2% during the first quarter. Dimensional Fund Advisors LP now owns 8,090,037 shares of the company’s stock worth $217,929,000 after purchasing an additional 1,068,208 shares in the last quarter. Ameriprise Financial Inc. lifted its holdings in Life Time Group by 41.3% in the 2nd quarter. Ameriprise Financial Inc. now owns 7,157,957 shares of the company’s stock valued at $216,644,000 after acquiring an additional 2,091,712 shares during the last quarter. Wellington Management Group LLP lifted its position in shares of Life Time Group by 0.6% during the 4th quarter. Wellington Management Group LLP now owns 5,863,510 shares of the company’s stock valued at $155,852,000 after acquiring an additional 34,964 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Bank of America Corp DE lifted its stake in Life Time Group by 102.1% during the third quarter. Bank of America Corp DE now owns 4,268,011 shares of the company’s stock valued at $117,797,000 after buying an additional 2,156,033 shares in the last quarter. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 79.40% of the company’s stock.

Analyst Ratings Changes A number of brokerages have commented on LTH. Guggenheim boosted their target price on Life Time Group from $36.00 to $41.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a research note on Monday, June 15th. Morgan Stanley increased their price objective on shares of Life Time Group from $38.00 to $39.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a research note on Thursday, May 14th. Jefferies Financial Group lifted their price target on shares of Life Time Group from $41.00 to $51.00 and gave the company a “buy” rating in a report on Monday, June 29th. Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft reaffirmed a “buy” rating and issued a $49.00 target price on shares of Life Time Group in a research note on Wednesday, July 22nd. Finally, Royal Bank Of Canada reiterated an “outperform” rating and issued a $50.00 price target on shares of Life Time Group in a report on Wednesday, July 22nd. Two investment analysts have rated the stock with a Strong Buy rating, eleven have assigned a Buy rating and one has given a Hold rating to the company. According to data from MarketBeat, the stock presently has a consensus rating of “Buy” and a consensus price target of $47.25.

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Life Time Group Stock Performance Shares of NYSE:LTH opened at $43.83 on Tuesday. The company has a quick ratio of 0.42, a current ratio of 0.53 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.46. Life Time Group Holdings, Inc. has a 12-month low of $24.14 and a 12-month high of $43.96. The firm has a market cap of $9.76 billion, a PE ratio of 25.63, a PEG ratio of 1.69 and a beta of 1.51. The company’s 50 day moving average price is $37.45 and its two-hundred day moving average price is $31.45.

Life Time Group (NYSE:LTH – Get Free Report) last posted its earnings results on Tuesday, May 5th. The company reported $0.42 EPS for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $0.39 by $0.03. The firm had revenue of $788.70 million during the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $787.65 million. Life Time Group had a net margin of 12.56% and a return on equity of 10.10%. The business’s revenue for the quarter was up 11.7% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter in the prior year, the business earned $0.39 earnings per share. Equities research analysts predict that Life Time Group Holdings, Inc. will post 1.53 earnings per share for the current year.

Insider Buying and Selling at Life Time Group In other news, Director John Kristofer Galashan sold 4,991,749 shares of the stock in a transaction dated Thursday, May 7th. The shares were sold at an average price of $31.46, for a total value of $157,040,423.54. Following the completion of the sale, the director owned 16,242,383 shares in the company, valued at $510,985,369.18. This represents a 23.51% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a document filed with the SEC, which is available at this hyperlink. Also, Director John G. Danhakl sold 4,991,749 shares of Life Time Group stock in a transaction dated Thursday, May 7th. The stock was sold at an average price of $31.46, for a total transaction of $157,040,423.54. Following the completion of the transaction, the director owned 16,242,383 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $510,985,369.18. The trade was a 23.51% decrease in their position. Additional details regarding this sale are available in the official SEC disclosure. In the last quarter, insiders sold 27,943,861 shares of company stock worth $857,228,555. Insiders own 13.30% of the company’s stock.

Life Time Group Profile (Free Report)

Life Time Group (NYSE: LTH) is a premier operator of health, fitness and lifestyle centers across North America. The company’s core business encompasses the development, ownership and management of premium athletic resorts that integrate state-of-the-art fitness facilities, group exercise studios, indoor and outdoor pools, running tracks, and spa and salon services. In addition to its brick-and-mortar clubs, Life Time offers a digital platform featuring on-demand and live-streamed workouts, personalized training programs and nutrition guidance, enabling members to pursue their wellness goals both at home and on the go.

Founded in 1992 and headquartered in Chanhassen, Minnesota, Life Time has grown from a single Minnesota health club into a network of more than 160 locations across the United States and Canada.

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Life Time Group Holdings, Inc. (LTH - Free Report) is expected to deliver a year-over-year increase in earnings on higher revenues when it reports results for the quarter ended June 2026. This widely-known consensus outlook gives a good sense of the company's earnings picture, but how the actual results compare to these estimates is a powerful factor that could impact its near-term stock price.

The earnings report, which is expected to be released on July 30, might help the stock move higher if these key numbers are better than expectations. On the other hand, if they miss, the stock may move lower.

While the sustainability of the immediate price change and future earnings expectations will mostly depend on management's discussion of business conditions on the earnings call, it's worth handicapping the probability of a positive EPS surprise.

Zacks Consensus EstimateThis company is expected to post quarterly earnings of $0.45 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of +21.6%.

Revenues are expected to be $843.67 million, up 10.8% from the year-ago quarter.

Estimate Revisions TrendThe consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been revised 4.42% higher over the last 30 days to the current level. This is essentially a reflection of how the covering analysts have collectively reassessed their initial estimates over this period.

Investors should keep in mind that the direction of estimate revisions by each of the covering analysts may not always get reflected in the aggregate change.

Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise

Earnings WhisperEstimate revisions ahead of a company's earnings release offer clues to the business conditions for the period whose results are coming out. Our proprietary surprise prediction model -- the Zacks Earnings ESP (Expected Surprise Prediction) -- has this insight at its core.

The Zacks Earnings ESP compares the Most Accurate Estimate to the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the quarter; the Most Accurate Estimate is a more recent version of the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. The idea here is that analysts revising their estimates right before an earnings release have the latest information, which could potentially be more accurate than what they and others contributing to the consensus had predicted earlier.

Thus, a positive or negative Earnings ESP reading theoretically indicates the likely deviation of the actual earnings from the consensus estimate. However, the model's predictive power is significant for positive ESP readings only.

A positive Earnings ESP is a strong predictor of an earnings beat, particularly when combined with a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold). Our research shows that stocks with this combination produce a positive surprise nearly 70% of the time, and a solid Zacks Rank actually increases the predictive power of Earnings ESP.

Please note that a negative Earnings ESP reading is not indicative of an earnings miss. Our research shows that it is difficult to predict an earnings beat with any degree of confidence for stocks with negative Earnings ESP readings and/or Zacks Rank of 4 (Sell) or 5 (Strong Sell).

How Have the Numbers Shaped Up for Life Time Group Holdings?For Life Time Group Holdings, the Most Accurate Estimate is higher than the Zacks Consensus Estimate, suggesting that analysts have recently become bullish on the company's earnings prospects. This has resulted in an Earnings ESP of +1.12%.

On the other hand, the stock currently carries a Zacks Rank of #2.

So, this combination indicates that Life Time Group Holdings will most likely beat the consensus EPS estimate.

Does Earnings Surprise History Hold Any Clue?While calculating estimates for a company's future earnings, analysts often consider to what extent it has been able to match past consensus estimates. So, it's worth taking a look at the surprise history for gauging its influence on the upcoming number.

For the last reported quarter, it was expected that Life Time Group Holdings would post earnings of $0.39 per share when it actually produced earnings of $0.42, delivering a surprise of +7.69%.

Over the last four quarters, the company has beaten consensus EPS estimates four times.

Bottom LineAn earnings beat or miss may not be the sole basis for a stock moving higher or lower. Many stocks end up losing ground despite an earnings beat due to other factors that disappoint investors. Similarly, unforeseen catalysts help a number of stocks gain despite an earnings miss.

That said, betting on stocks that are expected to beat earnings expectations does increase the odds of success. This is why it's worth checking a company's Earnings ESP and Zacks Rank ahead of its quarterly release. Make sure to utilize our Earnings ESP Filter to uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they've reported.

Life Time Group Holdings appears a compelling earnings-beat candidate. However, investors should pay attention to other factors too for betting on this stock or staying away from it ahead of its earnings release.

An Industry Player's Expected ResultsAnother stock from the Zacks Leisure and Recreation Services industry, Life Time Group Holdings, Inc. (LTH - Free Report) , is soon expected to post earnings of $0.45 per share for the quarter ended June 2026. This estimate indicates a year-over-year change of +21.6%. Revenues for the quarter are expected to be $843.67 million, up 10.8% from the year-ago quarter.

The consensus EPS estimate for Life Time Group Holdings has been revised 4.4% higher over the last 30 days to the current level. However, a higher Most Accurate Estimate has resulted in an Earnings ESP of +1.12%.

When combined with a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy), this Earnings ESP indicates that Life Time Group Holdings will most likely beat the consensus EPS estimate. The company beat consensus EPS estimates in each of the trailing four quarters.

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Trainers and instructors cite long-term and wide-ranging benefits for women

Key Highlights:

Strength training is gaining in popularity among women, reflecting a continued focus on building strength and supporting healthy aging. Life Time experts say strength training delivers far more than physical results, supporting bone and muscle health, hormone balance, confidence, resilience, mobility and long-term independence. With more than 1,900 female personal trainers, in-person and online workout programs, Life Time offers resources to help women build strength at every stage of life. , /PRNewswire/ -- Interest in strength training continues to surge as people of all ages seek ways to improve their healthspan, not just their lifespan. Women in particular are embracing strength training in large numbers. According to Life Time (NYSE:LTH) experts and results from the Company's  annual survey, it's the top exercise women want to add to their routine in 2026, and Lincoln International's 2025 Fitness Market Update finds that women are participating in weightlifting and strength-based classes at record rates. The benefits are many: balanced hormones, improved bone and muscle mass, and more.

Nellie Barnett shares why strength training is important for women. Whether women are looking for expertise to help build a workout routine or find and maintain the motivation to keep going, five female Life Time experts offer their top tips:

Building strength is a platform for life: "If there's one shift I wish more women would make, it's this: stop chasing 'small' and start chasing strong," said Hayley Akradi, Certified Personal Trainer, Brand Lead for UltraFit and Creator of the Body Blueprint program. "When you focus on getting stronger: lifting with intention, progressively adding weight, and fueling your body, everything else starts to take care of itself. Your body changes, your metabolism works for you, and you build a confidence that cardio alone just doesn't give you. As a mom, this has been everything for me. It's also one of the biggest things I lean on as I think about aging well and staying capable long-term." Don't be afraid: "One piece of advice I always share with women is don't be afraid to strength train," shares Lillian Davis, Studio Lead and Dynamic Personal Trainer at Life Time Deerfield Township in Mason, Ohio. "Building muscle won't make you bulky and a lot of the time the desired body women want is made by strength training!  I encourage women to focus less on perfection and more on consistency.  Getting in a workout doesn't need to consume your whole day, showing up a few times a week can make a huge impact on both your physical and mental health over time!" Stay consistent: "Women need to strength train at least three times per week practicing progressive overload," said Nellie Barnett, Dynamic Personal Trainer at Life Time Atlantic Avenue in Brooklyn, N.Y.. "It's very easy to get caught up in the same routine using the same weights but by challenging yourself and embracing the moments of discomfort you'll see substantial progress in how you look and feel. With consistency, strength training is the ultimate life hack shaping how you move and your resilience by combating the decline in muscle mass that happens with age, improving bone density and creating a deeper sense of connection to your body." Lift heavy: "Strength training is one of the most powerful tools women can incorporate into their routine, especially as we age," said Paula Londono, Dynamic Personal Trainer at Life Time Dumbo in Brooklyn. "Focus on lifting heavy, at an effort level of eight or nine on a scale of one to ten. Also, focus on proper form, gradually increase resistance, and view strength training as a main component in your health." Focus on the lifelong benefits: "Muscle is worth its weight in gold. You can't buy it, you have to work for it, and if you're not actively building and maintaining it, you're losing it," said Danica Osborn, Elite Level Instructor at Life Time Warrenville in Chicago, Ill. "Muscle boosts our metabolism and helps with weight management, improves our mobility, reduces our risk of injury and heart disease, helps us stay independent, and live longer. Here's to strong women!" As more women step up to the weight racks, one thing is clear: strength training isn't just a trend, it's a transformation. From building confidence and resilience to supporting long-term health, the path forward is rooted in showing up, lifting with purpose, and embracing what the body is capable of. With expert guidance from Life Time's female trainers, women everywhere are empowered to stop chasing smaller—and start living stronger.

To support women in every stage, Life Time offers a variety of resources. The Company employs more than 1,900 female personal trainers, creates workout programs designed for women available in the complimentary Life Time app, and can generate workout programs and share expert advice with L•AI•C™, its  AI-powered health companion.

Life Time is dedicated to supporting everyone's fitness journey, whether they're working out in one of its 190+ athletic country clubs or enjoying an on-demand workout or program in its complimentary app. For more information on the benefits of strength training, check out this article from Experience Life.

For more information about Life Time, visit www.lifetime.life, follow on social media at Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Why is strength training important?
Strength training has a variety of benefits, including preventing muscle mass loss, balancing hormones and helping burn fat while gaining muscle, and helping preserve mental resilience as people age.

Where can women go to learn more or start their strength training journey today?
To learn more or get started on an on-demand program, users can download the complimentary Life Time app and try its curated programs, or a workout generated by L•AI•C™, Life Time's AI-powered health companion. For those looking for in-person support, consider working with a personal trainer or attending one of Life Time's strength-focused group classes, including GTX, LIFT and more.

How does recovery fit into a strength training routine?
Recovery is essential to avoid injury, strain, and build long-term resilience. Life Time offers a variety of recovery amenities, including saunas, contrast therapy, compressive, percussion, and water massage tools, and Dynamic Stretch assisted stretching.

About Life Time
Life Time (NYSE: LTH) empowers people to live healthy, happy lives through its 195 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 more than 50,000 team members.

SOURCE Life Time, Inc.

A strong stock as of late has been Life Time Group Holdings, Inc. (LTH - Free Report) . Shares have been marching higher, with the stock up 28.6% over the past month. The stock hit a new 52-week high of $41.96 in the previous session. Life Time Group Holdings has gained 57.8% since the start of the year compared to the -8% gain for the Zacks Consumer Discretionary sector and the -6.8% return for the Zacks Leisure and Recreation Services industry.

What's Driving the Outperformance?The stock has a great record of positive earnings surprises, having beaten the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the last four quarters. In its last earnings report on May 5, 2026, Life Time Group Holdings reported EPS of $0.42 versus consensus estimate of $0.39 while it beat the consensus revenue estimate by 0.09%.

For the current fiscal year, Life Time Group Holdings is expected to post earnings of $1.67 per share on $3.33 in revenues. This represents a 15.97% change in EPS on a 11.19% change in revenues. For the next fiscal year, the company is expected to earn $1.9 per share on $3.71 in revenues. This represents a year-over-year change of 14.12% and 11.53%, respectively.

Valuation MetricsThough Life Time Group Holdings has recently hit a 52-week high, what is next for Life Time Group Holdings? A key aspect of this question is taking a look at valuation metrics in order to determine if the company is due for a pullback from this level.

On this front, we can look at the Zacks Style Scores, as these give investors a variety of ways to comb through stocks (beyond looking at the Zacks Rank of a security). The individual style scores for Value, Growth, Momentum and the combined VGM Score run from A through F. The idea behind the style scores is to help investors pick the most appropriate Zacks Rank stocks based on their individual investment style.

Life Time Group Holdings has a Value Score of B. The stock's Growth and Momentum Scores are B and D, respectively, giving the company a VGM Score of B.

In terms of its value breakdown, the stock currently trades at 25.2X current fiscal year EPS estimates, which is a premium to the peer industry average of 16.3X. On a trailing cash flow basis, the stock currently trades at 15.8X versus its peer group's average of 9.1X. Additionally, the stock has a PEG ratio of 1.54. This isn't enough to put the company in the top echelon of all stocks we cover from a value perspective.

Zacks RankWe also need to consider the stock's Zacks Rank, as this is even more important than the company's VGM Score. Fortunately, Life Time Group Holdings currently has a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy) thanks to favorable earnings estimate revisions from covering analysts.

Since we recommend that investors select stocks carrying Zacks Rank of 1 (Strong Buy) or 2 (Buy) and Style Scores of A or B, it looks as if Life Time Group Holdings fits the bill. Thus, it seems as though Life Time Group Holdings shares could have a bit more room to run in the near term.

How Does LTH Stack Up to the Competition?Shares of LTH have been soaring, and the company still appears to be a decent choice, but what about the rest of the industry? One industry peer that looks good is Marcus Corporation (The) (MCS - Free Report) . MCS has a Zacks Rank of #1 (Strong Buy) and a Value Score of B, a Growth Score of A, and a Momentum Score of B.

Earnings were strong last quarter. Marcus Corporation (The) beat our consensus estimate by 5.56%, and for the current fiscal year, MCS is expected to post earnings of $0.49 per share on revenue of $802.03 million.

Shares of Marcus Corporation (The) have gained 6.5% over the past month, and currently trade at a forward P/E of 44.47X and a P/CF of 9.27X.

The Leisure and Recreation Services industry may rank in the bottom 75% of all the industries we have in our universe, but there still looks like there are some nice tailwinds for LTH and MCS, even beyond their own solid fundamental situation.

Second dedicated space supports growing demand for hybrid fitness – registration opens in July for October LT Games competition  

Key Highlights:

Life Time is expanding its LT Games hybrid fitness competition from Minneapolis and adding a Dallas competition October 2-3, 2026 at Life Time Frisco Registration opens July 14 for Life Time members and July 16 for non-members. $25,000 prize purse for top male and female finishers. Life Time Frisco is the second dedicated HYBRID XT studio, powering training for the fast-growing demand for hybrid fitness competitions. Minneapolis debuted in 2025. , /PRNewswire/ -- Life Time (NYSE: LTH), the nation's premier healthy lifestyle brand, today announced the expansion of its elite LT Games hybrid athletic competition to North Texas, anchored by the opening of its second dedicated HYBRID XT studio at Life Time Frisco. The first location debuted in 2025 at Life Time Target Center in Minneapolis.

Life Time today announced the expansion of its elite LT Games hybrid athletic competition to North Texas, anchored by the opening of its second dedicated HYBRID XT studio at Life Time Frisco. The first location debuted in 2025 at Life Time Target Center in Minneapolis. The Frisco location will host the upcoming LT Games Dallas competition on October 2-3, 2026, bringing the competitive format to a new market. Registration will open with limited availability for 144 athletes, with Life Time members gaining early access on July 14 and non-members on July 16. The event will feature a $25,000 prize purse, with top male and female finishers earning prize money and prize packages.

Demand for hybrid-style training continues to accelerate, as highlighted by the American College of Sports Medicine's 2026 Worldwide Fitness Trends report, which ranks functional fitness among the year's top trends. LT Games is built to address this demand, giving athletes flexibility in how they complete each exercise. Since launching the format, Life Time has seen strong athlete response and rising registration demand, driving the expansion to new locations.

"Hybrid fitness continues to gain a ton of momentum as athletes look for ways to keep pushing the envelope with strength and endurance. We've seen a ton of demand and positive response from athletes for our two LT Games competitions at Target Center," said Wes Robertson, LT Games Race Director at Life Time. "With the addition of our Frisco HYBRID XT studio and the expansion of LT Games into Dallas, we're just getting started growing our options for members to break through barriers."

Designed as a regular format for hybrid athletes, HYBRID XT delivers structured, coach-led programming that prepares participants for the LT Games and everyday performance.

HYBRID XT classes blend:

Conditioning and endurance with running, rowing and SkiErg work Functional strength with barbells, dumbbells, sleds and bodyweight training Athletic movement patterns including pushing, pulling, carrying and rotational work As hybrid fitness continues to evolve, Life Time is uniquely positioned at the intersection of training, community and competition, offering a seamless journey from daily workouts to national competition platforms. Beyond LT Games, Life Time delivers nearly 30 athletic events nationwide, from gravel cycling to running, giving members opportunities to set goals, challenge themselves and take part in best-in-class experiences.

With the opening of the Frisco studio, Life Time continues to scale HYBRID XT as a key component of its Signature Group Training portfolio, reinforcing its commitment to helping members discover what's possible through progressive, performance-driven programming.

LT Games Dallas Competition Details:

The Dallas-area competition will bring together athletes from across the country to test their performance across a series of strength and cardio-based challenges.

Dates: October 2–3, 2026 Location: Life Time Frisco Registration: Members: $249 opens July 14, 2026 Non-members: $299 opens July 16, 2026 Prize purse: $25,000 LT Games debuted in Minneapolis in October 2025 followed by a second competition in April 2026, drawing top hybrid competitors like Lauren Weeks and Dylan Scott.

To learn more on registration, visit the LT Games website. You can also learn more about the movements in the competition in this Experience Life magazine article.

For more information about Life Time, visit www.lifetime.life, follow on social media at Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn, or download the Life Time app. You can also find Life Time's collection of supplements, equipment and apparel on the LT Shop by following its Instagram page.

About Life Time
Life Time (NYSE: LTH) empowers people to live healthy, happy lives through its more than 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 more than 50,000 team members.

SOURCE Life Time, Inc.

Life Time Group Holdings (LTH) maintains a buy rating as growth quality improves, with stronger fundamentals and healthier balance sheet. Comparable center revenue grew 8.6% in Q1, driven by membership mix, pricing, and in-center spend rather than just member count. LTH is strategically shifting to higher-value memberships and larger club formats, supporting higher revenue per member and a robust new-club pipeline.

Nearly 1,700 runners from 44 states and seven countries — ages 14 to 80 — take on America's toughest marathon and its 13,185-foot Mosquito Pass summit

, /PRNewswire/ -- Life Time (NYSE: LTH), the nation's premier healthy lifestyle brand and producer of nearly 30 iconic athletic events, welcomed nearly 1,700 runners to Leadville, Colorado this weekend for the sold-out Life Time Leadville Trail Marathon & Heavy Half presented by La Sportiva.

2026 Leadville Trail Marathon and Heavy Half presented by La Sportiva Representing 44 states and seven countries, athletes ranging in age from 14 to 80 gathered in the highest incorporated city in the United States to test themselves against one of endurance running's most demanding challenges. The event also marked the official start of the 2026 Life Time Leadville Race Series season, kicking off five weekends of trail running and mountain biking events throughout the summer.

Among the participants were 119 athletes taking on the coveted Lead Challenge, one of endurance sport's most demanding season-long achievements. To earn the Lead Challenge buckle, athletes must complete five Leadville Race Series events throughout the summer, culminating with both the Life Time Leadville Trail 100 MTB and Life Time Leadville Trail 100 Run. Their journey began Saturday on the slopes of Mosquito Pass and will continue across the iconic Leadville Race Series season.

Known as the nation's toughest marathon, the Leadville Trail Marathon sends runners across historic mining roads and rugged mountain trails before summiting Mosquito Pass at 13,185 feet above sea level — the highest point in the Leadville Race Series and one of the highest continuous mountain passes in North America. Marathon participants conquered more than 6,000 feet of elevation gain, while Heavy Half runners tackled 15.4 miles and more than 3,400 feet of climbing on their journey to the same alpine summit.

Full race results are available here.

"As we celebrate 25 years of owning and producing athletic events, the Leadville Trail Marathon and Heavy Half embody everything that makes endurance sports so powerful," said Kimo Seymour, Senior Vice President of Events at Life Time. "Colorado has long been one of the epicenters of endurance culture, and Leadville sits at the heart of that legacy. As Life Time continues to grow our presence across Colorado, we're proud to create experiences that connect our members, athletes and communities through challenge, adventure and personal transformation."

Beyond the competition, the marathon also serves as a qualifier for the Life Time Leadville Trail 100 Run presented by La Sportiva. Top finishers and lottery recipients earned coveted qualifier coins, bringing them one step closer to competing in the world-renowned 100-mile ultramarathon later this summer.

The Leadville Trail Marathon & Heavy Half serves as the opening chapter of the 2026 Leadville Race Series, which includes the Silver Rush 50 Run and MTB, Leadville Stage Race, Leadville Trail 100 MTB and Leadville Trail 100 Run. Together, the series represents one of the most storied endurance journeys in sport, challenging athletes to push beyond perceived limits while fostering a community built on grit, determination and camaraderie.

The Leadville Race Series is part of Life Time's portfolio of nearly 30 premier athletic events, which includes UNBOUND Gravel, the Sea Otter Classic, Big Sugar Gravel, the Miami Marathon and other iconic experiences across the country. As Life Time celebrates 25 years of producing athletic events, the company continues to create opportunities for athletes of all abilities to pursue ambitious goals, connect through community and experience transformative moments in some of the world's most inspiring destinations.

For more information on the Leadville Race Series, visit leadvilleraceseries.com.

About Life Time
Life Time (NYSE: LTH) empowers people to live healthy, happy lives through its more than 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 more than 50,000 team members.

SOURCE Life Time, Inc.

Covering more than 17 acres, new destination is one of the nation's largest pickleball destinations

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Located at 1300 Techny Road in Northbrook, Ill., Life Time North Shore is a 114,000-square-foot athletic country club with massive outdoor spaces for pickleball, pools and more. The club offers a premier 28-court indoor and outdoor pickleball experience, with indoor stadium-style seating for large tournaments and spectating. The club will be the premier Midwest destination for amateur and professional pickleball players. One membership connects members to the entire Life Time North Chicago network, including Life Time Northbrook, Old Orchard, Evanston, Vernon Hills and Lake Zurich. , /PRNewswire/ -- Life Time (NYSE: LTH), the nation's premier healthy lifestyle brand, today opens Life Time North Shore, bringing a 114,000-square-foot club, and one of the Midwest's most expansive pickleball offerings, to Northbrook, Illinois. The new club anchors a growing network of Life Time destinations across the North Chicago market, giving members far more than a single destination for their health, wellness and social needs.

Life Time North Shore offers a premier 28-court indoor and outdoor pickleball experience, with indoor stadium-style seating for large tournaments and spectating. The club will be the premier Midwest destination for amateur and professional pickleball players. Life Time North Shore represents the sixth Life Time opening in the Chicago area in the past five years and the 16th club overall in the metropolitan area. North Shore members gain access to all other Life Time locations in the Northern Chicago area. The connected ecosystem lets members train, play and recover conveniently across the region. Life Time's Chicago-area growth isn't slowing down, with another new club already underway in Naperville, slated to open in early 2027.

At the heart of the club is a premier pickleball experience built for every level. With 28 total courts both inside (18 courts) and across the expansive outdoor acreage (10 courts), and stadium-style seating for large tournaments, Life Time North Shore is positioned as a premier Midwest destination for amateur and professional players.

"Life Time North Shore is the region's new and spectacular hub for all things healthy living in addition to an unmatched pickleball experience for everyday play and large-scale pickleball tournaments," said Steven Pierce, Senior Club Leader at Life Time North Shore. "We're thrilled to bring members the premier healthy living ecosystem that Life Time is known for and add yet another location to our Chicago network of athletic country clubs."

Serving beginners to pros, the club plans to offer regular intro to pickleball courses and tailor programming to players who are overlooked elsewhere, from peewee and junior players to active-aging members and those whose DUPR rating falls between levels. A dedicated pro shop will stock professional gear, including LT Pro 48 pickleballs, the official pickleball of the Carvana PPA Tour and Major League Pickleball.

Beyond pickleball, Life Time North Shore delivers the full athletic country club experience. Members can take part in Life Time's signature group training formats like HYBRID XT, Ultra Fit, MB360 and Life Time's newest reformer-based format CTR (Core, Tone, Reform). There will also be dedicated barre and yoga studios and an expansive workout floor stocked with free weights and hundreds of state-of-the-art cardio and resistance machines.

Recovery is a key element, too. Arriving this fall, the coed hydrotherapy suite will feature a steam room, sauna, cold plunge and whirlpool, while the currently open LT Recovery space features water massage and cold therapy chairs, whole-body compression technology, percussion devices, metabolic testing and nutrition coaching. In warmer months, members can unwind at the outdoor Beach Club, set to open in 2027, with a half-lap, half-leisure outdoor pool and bistro serving up healthy meals and snacks.

The club rounds out the experience with a LifeCafe serving nutritious meals and post-workout shakes, an adjacent bar for social events and mixers, a complimentary Club Work Lounge for members who want to get work done on-site and a Kids Academy for Life Time's youngest members so the whole family can take part.

The Kids Academy features a movement studio, toddler area, infant room, activity studio, kids' gymnasium and outdoor play area, welcoming children from three months to 11 years old. Junior Members receive up to 2.5 hours of daily childcare, access to unlimited monthly kids and tweens events, and eligibility for summer and school break camps. 

Those interested can visit the website at Life Time North Shore to sign up, call 224-330-2000 and follow along on the club's Instagram.

For more on what awaits inside Life Time North Shore, check out this article in Experience Life magazine.

For more information about Life Time, visit www.lifetime.life, follow on social media at Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn, or download the Life Time app. You can also find Life Time's collection of supplements, equipment and apparel on the LT Shop by following its Instagram page.

About Life Time
Life Time (NYSE: LTH) empowers people to live healthy, happy lives through its more than 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 more than 50,000 team members.

SOURCE Life Time, Inc.

One of the nation's largest spa and salon operators is helping guests build healthier-looking skin through personalized Hydrafacial treatments

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Treatment: Hydrafacial — a professional, multi-step facial that cleanses, exfoliates, extracts impurities and deeply hydrates the skin in a single session. Available at: More than 150 Life Time clubs locations across the U.S. and Canada. Offered at LifeSpa since: 2004, making LifeSpa one of the nation's largest and longest-running Hydrafacial providers. Three options: Signature (30 minutes), Deluxe (45 minutes) and Platinum (60 minutes). Who can book: Life Time members and non-member guests. , /PRNewswire/ -- Summer sun, heat, travel and outdoor activity can leave skin dry, dull or congested. LifeSpa, the full-service spa and salon located inside Life Time (NYSE: LTH) athletic country clubs nationwide, is bringing the company's training mindset to skincare this summer with a heightened focus on professional treatments that help guests build healthier-looking skin over time.

Taking care of your skin is part of a whole-body approach to healthy aging. At the center of the effort is Hydrafacial, a professional skincare treatment that cleanses, exfoliates, extracts impurities and deeply hydrates the skin in one service. LifeSpa, one of the nation's largest spa and salon operators, has offered Hydrafacial since 2004 and today is among the nation's largest providers of the treatment, with services available across more than 150 Life Time destinations in the U.S. and Canada.

"At LifeSpa, like Life Time, we believe meaningful results come from the healthy habits people build and sustain over time," said Ali Yanez, Senior Vice President of LifeSpa at Life Time. "That mindset extends to how we train our skin, just as we train our bodies. Hydrafacial is a natural fit to offer our members and guests because it supports personalized, consistent care that helps people look and feel their best over the long term."

The summer focus also reflects a broader shift in how people think about skincare: less as an occasional beauty fix and more as part of a whole-body approach to healthy aging. For LifeSpa, that means caring for skin alongside the other healthy habits Life Time is known for, including how people move, recover, eat, sleep and manage stress.

LifeSpa offers three Hydrafacial options to meet guests where they are in their skincare routine:

Signature Hydrafacial is a 30-minute treatment and an ideal introduction to Hydrafacial, featuring the core cleanse, exfoliate, extract and hydrate steps for a refreshed, healthy-looking glow. Deluxe Hydrafacial is a 45-minute treatment that builds on the Signature experience with added personalization, including LED light therapy and a targeted booster serum to address specific skin goals such as fine lines, uneven tone, redness or congestion. Platinum Hydrafacial is a 60-minute treatment and LifeSpa's most comprehensive Hydrafacial option, adding lymphatic drainage along with LED light therapy and a targeted booster serum for a more elevated, customized experience. Summer can be an especially important time to reset skin routines. Increased heat, sun exposure, travel, outdoor activity, sweat and changes in hydration can affect how skin looks and feels. By making Hydrafacial a consistent part of a broader wellness routine, LifeSpa helps men and women take a proactive approach to skin health rather than waiting for a concern to appear.

"LifeSpa is uniquely positioned because it lives inside one of the most comprehensive wellness environments in the country," Yanez added. "Our guests are already investing in how they move, recover and care for their bodies. LifeSpa helps them extend that same mindset to their skin with expert guidance, advanced treatments and a routine they can actually maintain."

LifeSpa at Life Time offers full-service hair, skin, body and nail treatments in a convenient, in-club setting. Services are available to Life Time members and non-member guests.

This article on experiencelife.com provides even more about the benefits of a Hydrafacial at Life Time.

For more information about LifeSpa and Hydrafacial services at Life Time, visit www.lifetime.life/lifespa LifeSpa's Instagram, and www.lifetime.life, follow Life Time on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn, or download the complimentary Life Time app.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Hydrafacial? A Hydrafacial is a professional, multi-step facial that cleanses, exfoliates, extracts impurities and deeply hydrates the skin in a single, non-invasive session. LifeSpa has offered Hydrafacial since 2004. What does a Hydrafacial do for your skin? It removes dead skin cells and impurities while delivering hydration, leaving skin refreshed, clearer and more radiant. Receiving regular, recurring treatments is beneficial. Where can you get a Hydrafacial at Life Time? At LifeSpa, the full-service spa and salon inside Life Time athletic country clubs, with treatments available at more than 150 Life Time destinations across the U.S. and Canada. What is the difference between the Signature, Deluxe and Platinum options? Signature (30 minutes) covers the core cleanse, exfoliate, extract and hydrate steps. Deluxe (45 minutes) adds LED light therapy and a targeted booster serum for goals such as fine lines, uneven tone, redness or congestion. Platinum (60 minutes) is the most comprehensive option, adding lymphatic drainage on top of LED therapy and a booster serum. How often should you get a Hydrafacial? Because results build with consistency, the same way fitness results do, many guests make Hydrafacial a regular part of their routine rather than an occasional treatment. LifeSpa's skin experts can recommend a cadence based on individual skin goals. Do you need to be a Life Time member? No. LifeSpa services are available to both Life Time members and non-member guests. About Life Time
Life Time (NYSE: LTH) empowers people to live healthy, happy lives through its more than 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 more than 50,000 team members.

SOURCE Life Time, Inc.

Have you been paying attention to shares of Life Time Group Holdings, Inc. (LTH - Free Report) ? Shares have been on the move with the stock up 6.4% over the past month. The stock hit a new 52-week high of $35.33 in the previous session. Life Time Group Holdings has gained 31.2% since the start of the year compared to the -8.3% move for the Zacks Consumer Discretionary sector and the -0.4% return for the Zacks Leisure and Recreation Services industry.

What's Driving the Outperformance?The stock has a great record of positive earnings surprises, as it hasn't missed our earnings consensus estimate in any of the last four quarters. In its last earnings report on May 5, 2026, Life Time Group Holdings reported EPS of $0.42 versus consensus estimate of $0.39 while it beat the consensus revenue estimate by 0.09%.

For the current fiscal year, Life Time Group Holdings is expected to post earnings of $1.66 per share on $3.33 in revenues. This represents a 15.28% change in EPS on a 11.19% change in revenues. For the next fiscal year, the company is expected to earn $1.88 per share on $3.72 in revenues. This represents a year-over-year change of 12.83% and 11.65%, respectively.

Valuation MetricsWhile Life Time Group Holdings has moved to its 52-week high over the past few weeks, investors need to be asking, what is next for the company? A key aspect of this question is taking a look at valuation metrics in order to determine if the company is due for a pullback from this level.

On this front, we can look at the Zacks Style Scores, as they provide investors with an additional way to sort through stocks (beyond looking at the Zacks Rank of a security). These styles are represented by grades running from A to F in the categories of Value, Growth, and Momentum, while there is a combined VGM Score as well. Investors should consider the style scores a valuable tool that can help you to pick the most appropriate Zacks Rank stocks based on their individual investment style.

Life Time Group Holdings has a Value Score of B. The stock's Growth and Momentum Scores are C and B, respectively, giving the company a VGM Score of A.

In terms of its value breakdown, the stock currently trades at 21X current fiscal year EPS estimates, which is a premium to the peer industry average of 16.3X. On a trailing cash flow basis, the stock currently trades at 13.2X versus its peer group's average of 8.8X. Additionally, the stock has a PEG ratio of 1.28. This isn't enough to put the company in the top echelon of all stocks we cover from a value perspective.

Zacks RankWe also need to consider the stock's Zacks Rank, as this is even more important than the company's VGM Score. Fortunately, Life Time Group Holdings currently has a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy) thanks to favorable earnings estimate revisions from covering analysts.

Since we recommend that investors select stocks carrying Zacks Rank of 1 (Strong Buy) or 2 (Buy) and Style Scores of A or B, it looks as if Life Time Group Holdings meets the list of requirements. Thus, it seems as though Life Time Group Holdings shares could still be poised for more gains ahead.

102,000-square-foot athletic country club brings resort-style wellness to the Southeast Valley, following the recent opening of Paradise Valley

Key Highlights:

Life Time Ocotillo, located at 1505 East Ocotillo Road in Gilbert, is the ninth Life Time athletic country club in Arizona, expanding Life Time's presence in the Southeast Valley. The 102,000-square-foot club spans 15 acres and features a resort-style Beach Club with an outdoor lap pool, leisure pool with waterslides, 10 outdoor pickleball courts and six outdoor tennis courts with tournament-style lighting. Life Time Ocotillo also offers a Kids Academy, four indoor pickleball courts, six studio spaces, signature group training classes, Dynamic Personal Training and a dedicated LT Recovery space. The club includes a LifeSpa, LifeCafe, Life Time Work Club Lounge, LifeClinic, two indoor pools with a coed sauna and luxurious men's and women's locker rooms each featuring a full hydrotherapy suite. Memberships are available online linked here. , /PRNewswire/ -- Life Time (NYSE: LTH), the nation's premier healthy way of life company, today announced the opening of Life Time Ocotillo, a new 102,000-square-foot athletic country club in Gilbert. Situated on 15 acres in the Southeast Valley, the destination marks the company's continued expansion across Arizona, following the recent debut of Life Time Paradise Valley.

Life Time Ocotillo sits at the intersection of resort-style amenities and everyday wellness essentials, offering something for every member of the family from 90 days old to 90 years.

Life Time Ocotillo spans 15 acres and features a resort-style Beach Club with an outdoor lap pool, leisure pool with waterslides, 10 outdoor pickleball courts and six outdoor tennis courts with tournament-style lighting. "With our Ocotillo and Paradise Valley openings within days of each other, we're building strong momentum in a region where demand for premium health and wellness experiences continues to grow," said Parham Javaheri, Executive Vice President, Chief Property Development Officer and President of Club Operations at Life Time. "Ocotillo is a true resort-style, athletic country club with standout offerings, luxury amenities and programming designed to serve adults, families, and the community for years to come."

The outdoor experience at Life Time Ocotillo is anchored by its beach club with a resort-style pool deck featuring a lap pool and leisure pool with waterslides, cabanas, lounge chairs and bistro dining. The club also features 10 outdoor pickleball and six tennis courts with tournament-style lighting for evening play.

Inside, the club's second level is home to an expansive workout floor outfitted with free weights, hundreds of state-of-the-art cardio and resistance-training machines and a dedicated LT Recovery space.

LT Recovery features HydroMassage lounge chairs, CryoLounge chairs, Normatec compression therapy and Hyperice vibration therapy devices. LifeSpa provides full-service body, skin, hair and nail treatments, while the LifeClinic offers chiropractic care by appointment. Luxurious men's and women's dressing rooms each include a full hydrotherapy suite with sauna, steam room, whirlpool and cold plunge. Two indoor pools round out the aquatics offerings, complemented by a coed indoor sauna.

Members have access to Life Time's signature group training programs included in their membership: GTX, Alpha, MB360 and Ultra Fit, along with six studio spaces offering CTR (Life Time's new athletic reformer format), Pilates, barre, yoga, cycle and other formats.

Life Time Ocotillo also features four indoor pickleball courts and a dedicated viewing area, with programming that includes introductory classes, open play, leagues and tournaments.

The Kids Academy features a movement studio, toddler area, infant room, activity studio, kids gymnasium, and outdoor play area, welcoming children from three months to 11 years old. Junior Members receive up to 2.5 hours of daily childcare, access to unlimited monthly kids and tweens events, and eligibility for Summer and School-Break Camps. A Life Time Work Club Lounge on the first floor offers a coworking space accessible to all members.

"This club is built for the whole community: Families, serious athletes and the people who want a peaceful place to recover," said Steven Getz, Club Leader at Life Time Ocotillo. "What we've built here is not just a fitness facility. It's an athletic country club community where people can pursue a healthy way of life together."

Life Time Ocotillo represents the continued expansion of Life Time's footprint in the Phoenix metropolitan area, a region where demand for premium health and wellness experiences continues to grow.

Life Time Ocotillo is located at 1505 East Ocotillo Road. Those interested can visit the website at Life Time Ocotillo to sign up, call 480-237-5000 and follow along on the club's Instagram.

For more on what awaits inside Life Time Ocotillo, check out this article in Experience Life magazine.

For more information about Life Time, visit www.lifetime.life, follow on social media at Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn, or download the complimentary Life Time App.  

About Life Time
Life Time (NYSE: LTH) empowers people to live healthy, happy lives through its more than 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.

SOURCE Life Time, Inc.

Life Time Group Holdings, Inc. (LTH - Free Report) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.42 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.39 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.39 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.

This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of +8.39%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this company would post earnings of $0.33 per share when it actually produced earnings of $0.34, delivering a surprise of +3.03%.

Over the last four quarters, the company has surpassed consensus EPS estimates four times.

Life Time Group Holdings, which belongs to the Zacks Leisure and Recreation Services industry, posted revenues of $788.7 million for the quarter ended March 2026, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 0.09%. This compares to year-ago revenues of $706.04 million. The company has topped consensus revenue estimates four times over the last four quarters.

The sustainability of the stock's immediate price movement based on the recently-released numbers and future earnings expectations will mostly depend on management's commentary on the earnings call.

Life Time Group Holdings shares have lost about 1.1% since the beginning of the year versus the S&P 500's gain of 5.2%.

What's Next for Life Time Group Holdings?While Life Time Group Holdings has underperformed the market so far this year, the question that comes to investors' minds is: what's next for the stock?

There are no easy answers to this key question, but one reliable measure that can help investors address this is the company's earnings outlook. Not only does this include current consensus earnings expectations for the coming quarter(s), but also how these expectations have changed lately.

Empirical research shows a strong correlation between near-term stock movements and trends in earnings estimate revisions. Investors can track such revisions by themselves or rely on a tried-and-tested rating tool like the Zacks Rank, which has an impressive track record of harnessing the power of earnings estimate revisions.

Ahead of this earnings release, the estimate revisions trend for Life Time Group Holdings was mixed. While the magnitude and direction of estimate revisions could change following the company's just-released earnings report, the current status translates into a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) for the stock. So, the shares are expected to perform in line with the market in the near future. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.

It will be interesting to see how estimates for the coming quarters and the current fiscal year change in the days ahead. The current consensus EPS estimate is $0.42 on $842.03 million in revenues for the coming quarter and $1.65 on $3.32 billion in revenues for the current fiscal year.

Investors should be mindful of the fact that the outlook for the industry can have a material impact on the performance of the stock as well. In terms of the Zacks Industry Rank, Leisure and Recreation Services is currently in the bottom 25% of the 250 plus Zacks industries. Our research shows that the top 50% of the Zacks-ranked industries outperform the bottom 50% by a factor of more than 2 to 1.

One other stock from the same industry, Vail Resorts (MTN - Free Report) , is yet to report results for the quarter ended April 2026.

This ski resort operator is expected to post quarterly earnings of $9.06 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of -14%. The consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been revised 2.1% higher over the last 30 days to the current level.

Vail Resorts' revenues are expected to be $1.22 billion, down 5.8% from the year-ago quarter.

Life Time Group Holdings, Inc. (LTH) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

One of Arizona's longest-running road races enters its 51st year as founder Dr. Art Mollen entrusts its future to Life Time

, /PRNewswire/ -- Life Time (NYSE: LTH), the nation's premier healthy lifestyle brand, today announced it has acquired the Phoenix 10K, one of Arizona's longest‑running road races. As the race enters its 51st year, the transition marks a meaningful passing of the baton from renowned founder, Dr. Art Mollen, to Life Time—positioning the iconic event for continued growth for generations to come.

Founder Dr. Art Mollen at the third annual Phoenix 10K event Founded in 1976, the Phoenix 10K has been a cornerstone of the local running community for more than five decades. Built by Dr. Mollen into a beloved annual tradition, the event has welcomed generations of runners to Phoenix streets and neighborhoods. As ownership transitions to Life Time, Dr. Mollen will remain actively involved as founder and ambassador—continuing to champion the values, community pride, and traditions that have defined the race since its inception.

"I'm incredibly proud of what the Phoenix 10K has become over more than 50 years, and I'm excited about where it's headed next," said Dr. Mollen. "This race grew organically from small beginnings along the Arizona Canal into one of the most iconic running traditions in Arizona. As I look to the future, there's no better steward than Life Time—the nation's preeminent athletic events owner, producer, and operator. I'm thrilled to remain personally involved as this cherished community event continues to evolve."

For more than 25 years, Life Time has owned and operated some of the world's most iconic, desirable, and in‑demand endurance events, delivering best‑in‑class athlete experiences grounded in community connection, operational excellence, and innovation. With running participation surging nationwide, Life Time continues to thoughtfully expand its events portfolio—preserving legacy events while elevating them for modern athletes.

"Running continues to experience explosive participation growth, and athletes are seeking events that combine authenticity, quality, and community," said Kimo Seymour, Senior Vice President of Media and Events at Life Time. "The Phoenix 10K embodies all of that. Its history, legendary founder, and place in Phoenix running culture make it an exceptional fit for Life Time. We're honored to carry this event forward while celebrating everything that has made it special for so long."

Life Time brings both national expertise and deep local connection to the event. With a strong and growing presence in the greater Phoenix area, Life Time currently serves members through  9 athletic country club destinations, a broad ecosystem of health and wellness programs and service, endurance training programs, and local running communities—creating a natural extension from club experiences to race day. The announcement coincides with a landmark week for Life Time in Arizona, marked by the openings of Life Time Paradise Valley in the PV development and Life Time Ocotillo in Gilbert.

The 2026 Life Time Phoenix 10K will take place on Sunday, November 8, 2026, with a start and finish in Phoenix's iconic Biltmore neighborhood. The scenic out‑and‑back course travels through Paradise Valley, offering runners an approachable and picturesque race experience in one of the region's most sought‑after settings. In line with Life Time's mission, the event will continue to feature the Mollen Mile for Kids, encouraging children ages 3-10 to start running as part of a healthy lifestyle, a cause that Dr. Mollen and the Mollen Foundation champion.

To register for the 2026 event, visit phoenix10k.com.

The Life Time Phoenix 10K joins a portfolio of 30 premier athletic events owned and produced by Life Time, including the Miami Marathon, UNBOUND Gravel, and the Leadville Race Series. Together, these events form an integrated ecosystem that complements Life Time's athletic country clubs, digital platforms, and healthy way of life programming—offering multiple entry points to an active lifestyle for both members and nonmembers alike.

For more information about Life Time athletic events, visit my.lifetime.life/athletic-events.

About Life Time
Life Time (NYSE: LTH) empowers people to live healthy, happy lives through more than 190 athletic country clubs across the U.S. and Canada, a complimentary and comprehensive Life Time app featuring its L•AI•C™ AI‑powered health companion, and 30 iconic athletic events. Serving people ages 90 days to 90+ years, Life Time delivers experiences across healthy living, healthy aging, and healthy entertainment, along with trusted nutritional supplements and healthy way of life services. Recognized as a Great Place to Work®, the company is committed to an exceptional culture for its 45,000 team members.

SOURCE Life Time, Inc.

Investors interested in stocks from the Leisure and Recreation Services sector have probably already heard of Life Time Group Holdings, Inc. (LTH - Free Report) and Vail Resorts (MTN - Free Report) . But which of these two companies is the best option for those looking for undervalued stocks? Let's take a closer look.

Everyone has their own methods for finding great value opportunities, but our model includes pairing an impressive grade in the Value category of our Style Scores system with a strong Zacks Rank. The Zacks Rank is a proven strategy that targets companies with positive earnings estimate revision trends, while our Style Scores work to grade companies based on specific traits.

Life Time Group Holdings, Inc. has a Zacks Rank of #2 (Buy), while Vail Resorts has a Zacks Rank of #5 (Strong Sell) right now. This means that LTH's earnings estimate revision activity has been more impressive, so investors should feel comfortable with its improving analyst outlook. But this is just one piece of the puzzle for value investors.

Value investors also try to analyze a wide range of traditional figures and metrics to help determine whether a company is undervalued at its current share price levels.

The Value category of the Style Scores system identifies undervalued companies by looking at a number of key metrics. These include the long-favored P/E ratio, P/S ratio, earnings yield, cash flow per share, and a variety of other fundamentals that help us determine a company's fair value.

LTH currently has a forward P/E ratio of 20.41, while MTN has a forward P/E of 25.34. We also note that LTH has a PEG ratio of 1.25. This popular metric is similar to the widely-known P/E ratio, with the difference being that the PEG ratio also takes into account the company's expected earnings growth rate. MTN currently has a PEG ratio of 10.26.

Another notable valuation metric for LTH is its P/B ratio of 2.33. Investors use the P/B ratio to look at a stock's market value versus its book value, which is defined as total assets minus total liabilities. By comparison, MTN has a P/B of 6.71.

Based on these metrics and many more, LTH holds a Value grade of B, while MTN has a Value grade of C.

LTH is currently sporting an improving earnings outlook, which makes it stick out in our Zacks Rank model. And, based on the above valuation metrics, we feel that LTH is likely the superior value option right now.

New youth initiative powered by the Life Time Foundation brings Chicago students to the finish line—reinforcing Life Time's commitment to healthy communities

, /PRNewswire/ -- Chicago's lakefront was transformed into a celebration of movement, community and spring this weekend as 9,500 runners from 47 states and 35 countries took part in the sold-out Life Time Chicago Spring Half Marathon & 5K, one of the city's signature spring running events.

Now in its 17th year, the race—owned and produced by Life Time—brought together participants ages 2 to 79 across multiple distances, including the half marathon, 5K and youth events, all set against sweeping views of Lake Michigan and the Chicago skyline.

Life Time Chicago Spring Half Marathon and 5K This year's event marked the introduction of a new 5K distance, replacing the previous 10K and expanding access for beginners, families and those looking to kick off their race season. The course began on Columbus Drive and followed Chicago's iconic Lakefront Trail, delivering a fast, scenic experience through one of the country's most recognizable urban running backdrops. At the finish line, participants transitioned into a Spring Market Festival, featuring live music, a hot brunch, beer garden, DIY flower planting station, and brand activations.

Full race results are available here.

A defining highlight of the weekend was the debut of the Life Time Chicago Spring Kids Run Final Mile, powered by the Life Time Foundation and developed in partnership with Chicago Public Schools. In its first year, more than 200 students completed the final mile of the half marathon course, crossing the official finish line to earn medals and celebrate the culmination of a multi-week youth training program focused on building confidence, goal-setting skills and lifelong healthy habits.

The Chicago program mirrors the success of the Life Time Foundation's Kids Run Miami initiative, where hundreds of students annually complete a similar Final Mile experience as part of a months-long running journey tied to the Life Time Miami Marathon weekend.

"The Life Time Chicago Spring Half & 5K shows what a race can be beyond just miles and finish times," said Allison Humbert Wilkinson, Associate Marketing Director at Life Time. "From the energy on the course to kids crossing the finish line in the Kids Run, it's all part of a bigger experience that connects people to movement, community and healthy living beyond race day."

As the popularity of running continues to grow, the Life Time Chicago Spring Half Marathon & 5K reflects a broader demand for experiences rooted in health and wellness. Across Chicagoland, Life Time supports healthy living through its 15 athletic country clubs, offering a broad array of renowned health and wellness programs, services, experts and community that help members prepare for events like this—or whatever their personal journey may be. A new Northbrook location is set to open in June.

The Chicago Spring Half Marathon & 5K serves as the kickoff to the Life Time Chicago Half Marathon Series. Runners who register for both the Spring Half and the Life Time Chicago Half Marathon on September 27 earn a commemorative third medal, encouraging continued participation throughout the season. The event is part of Life Time's portfolio of nearly 30 athletic events, including the Miami Marathon, UNBOUND Gravel and the Leadville Race Series—all designed to meet participants at different stages of their health and endurance journeys.

To learn more about Life Time athletic events, visit: my.lifetime.life/athletic-events.html.

About Life Time®
Life Time (NYSE: LTH) empowers people to live healthy, happy lives through more than 190 athletic country clubs across the U.S. and Canada, a complimentary and comprehensive Life Time app featuring its L•AI•C™ AI‑powered health companion, and 30 iconic athletic events. Serving people ages 90 days to 90+ years, Life Time delivers experiences across healthy living, healthy aging, and healthy entertainment, along with trusted nutritional supplements and healthy way of life services. Recognized as a Great Place to Work®, the company is committed to an exceptional culture for its more than 50,000 team members.

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