LaValle to advance scientific strategies and
initiatives as part of Life Time's revolutionary MIORA
longevity and performance program and clinic
CHANHASSEN, Minn., April 29,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Life Time (NYSE: LTH) today
announced the appointment of James
LaValle, clinical pharmacist, C.C.N.M.T. as Chief Science
Officer. LaValle will spearhead the development and implementation
of scientific initiatives and strategic relationships to support
MIORA, Life Time's new longevity and performance program launched
in late 2023, including the first dedicated MIORA clinic at Life
Time Target Center in Minneapolis.
An internationally recognized clinical pharmacist, author,
board-certified clinical nutritionist and educator in integrative
and precision health, LaValle brings more than 38 years of
experience working in metabolic health issues, anti-aging research
and advanced proactive patient care management to this new
position. In partnership with MIORA's team of doctors, physician
assistants, nurses, dieticians and health and wellness experts,
LaValle's priorities include:
- Establishing and deepening relationships with pharmacies,
research institutions, universities, and industry partners to
foster ongoing innovation.
- Providing leadership in longevity research and bringing forth
the latest scientific advancements, including identifying and
evaluating cutting-edge technologies, methodologies and services in
anti-aging and longevity.
- Building and enhancing new partnerships with the American
Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine, International Peptide Society, and
other leading organizations in the space.
"We are unrelenting in our commitment to deliver the best
personalized, science-backed approaches that help our members
improve their health and live longer and better, and I'm thrilled
to expand the relationship we've enjoyed with Jim for nearly 15
years," said Ali Yanez, senior vice
president, LifeSpa and MIORA. "Given his rich experience and deep
understanding of metabolic health, longevity, performance and
beyond, we will continue to advance innovative tools, technology
and truly personalized approaches that help our clients benefit
from evidence-based solutions as opposed to the pervasive hype and
sensationalism surrounding these topics today."
MIORA delivers an extensive range of proactive, personalized
services for health, wellness, performance, and longevity:
- A personalized health and vitality report based on an
individual's current metabolic status.
- A plan to address metabolic challenges and optimize health by
improving metabolism, nutrition, movement and recovery.
- Therapeutically validated hormone replacement and uniquely
formulated IV therapies.
- Recovery services, including red light, compression and cryo
therapies, infrared sauna and hyperbaric chamber.
- Aesthetics, including injectables, for the look clients
want.
- Ongoing tracking of client progress and performance goals.
Additionally, for appropriate candidates, MIORA offers peptides,
including GLP-1s, which are showing to have the potential to change
the landscape of weight management and obesity treatment. These
will be offered in conjunction with integrated, personalized
fitness, nutrition and total wellness programs with the objectives
of weight loss, preserving lean body mass and improving overall
health.
LaValle is best known for his expertise in personalized
integrative therapies, uncovering the underlying metabolic issues
that keep people from feeling healthy and vital, and as a thought
leader in drug and nutrient depletion issues. He has served as an
adjunct faculty member at the University of
Cincinnati College of Pharmacy and the College of Medicine
as well as serving as a preceptor. Additionally, he serves as the
clinical co-chair at the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine
and Chair of the International Peptide Society. As part of his
dedication to exploring and advancing metabolic health, he has
authored more than 24 books and four databases in the area of
natural and integrative therapies.
For more information about MIORA, visit here.
About Life Time®
Life Time (NYSE: LTH)
empowers people to live healthy, happy lives through its portfolio
of more than 170 athletic country clubs across the United States and Canada. The health and wellness pioneer also
delivers a range of healthy way of life programs and information
via its complimentary Life Time Digital app. The Company's healthy
living, healthy aging, healthy entertainment communities and
ecosystem serve people 90 days to 90+ years old and is supported by
a team of more than 37,000 dedicated professionals. In addition to
delivering the best programs and experiences through its clubs,
Life Time owns and produces nearly 30 of the most iconic athletic
events in the country.
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