Healthy Teen Life

Weight loss can seem difficult and sometimes impossible, especially when you're a teen whose body is constantly changing and your life is full of challenges like school and your social life. Here's the good news, other teens have proven it can be achieved no matter if you're a little overweight or want to reverse obesity. Listen to learn more about seven common strategies they used to lose weight...

Looking for a personal trainer to help meet your fitness and health goals? In this episode, I'm joined by my daughter Zoe as we talk about how to find, evaluate and select a fitness trainer. Zoe shares some of her own experiences working with personal trainers, what she's learned along the way, and ideas to help you get the most out of yours.  Download my Teen Trainer Checklist, here . "How to Fin...

In this episode Leslie covers why a trainer with teen experience is so important, what you’ll gain versus going it on your own, affordability options, and how to map out your schedule for optimal success. This is the first of a two part series to help you find and choose a fitness trainer, coach or instructor, whether you’re just getting started with exercise or want to take it to the next level....

When you think of exercise, what comes to mind first? Is it a good thought, like a sport you play or a form of exercise you enjoy? Or is it more on the realm of disinterest, dread, embarrassment, or pain? And when you do exercise, do you just push through whether you like it or not? Well if any of this sounds like you, you’re not alone. Today we’ll be taking a look at exercise, it’s benefits and h...

Hoping for a better 2023? Or new ways to build resolutions that actually succeed? I've got you covered! Today's episode, explains 3 common roadblocks that often occur when setting personal intentions. Plus, simple planning steps to optimize success. Listen in and get prepared for your best year ahead whether you start in January or any other month of the year.   If you like this podcast, show your...

We're talking all about self-care and leveraging the AAA approach to getting self-care practices to work for you as a teen. It's much more than starting a morning routine or meditating daily. Going through the routines without an understanding of why or what they're doing for you ends up in quitting or not getting the results you want. The AAA approach changes that and keeps you on track.    This...

In today's episode I'm giving teens 6 empowering and results-oriented strategies for healthier eating during the holidays and other celebrations throughout the year.  Listen in, to discover how to reduce anxiety, make better choices, have fun, and stop overeating or binging on too much food or sweets at your next party.    To contact Leslie with comments, questions or guest requests, connect on In...

Today's guest is Kimberly Rose, a Certified Breathwork Coach for almost 16 years who holds a very safe and compassionate space for people wanting to unlock the answers from within and be free from stress, anxiety, and chronic symptoms. After experiencing the power of a Breathwork Session herself, she dedicated her life to sharing this gift with others. Her sessions are powerful and transformative....

In this second episode on Emotional Eating, Leslie talks about how emotional eating is one of the biggest challenges among teens and young adults, and has the potential to take over healthy living. She covers insights into what can cause emotional eating and provides methods on how to manage it -- like what to do when experiencing emotions that seem to overpower and how to break the negative bond...

In this Episode, Leslie talks about the cycle of emotional eating as a response to feelings like anxiety, stress, sadness, boredom and loneliness. Plus, she takes a deeper look at how emotional eating is different for your adolescent brain versus an adult’s, and how to use that information to manage and build a healthy relationship between food and your brain. To contact Leslie with comments, ques...

Being grateful can sometimes be hard as a teen. Life isn't always easy or fair. Problem is, being down on yourself and the world around you can make it even more difficult and increase feelings of ungratefulness. In this episode, discover what the evidence-based benefits of gratitude practice are and 10 practices you can incorporate into your life for increased happiness, hope, self-esteem, and le...

The impact is more than you might think. As a teen with a growing body and developing brain that relies on calories and nutrients more than adults, breakfast plays a pivotal role in your day. Listen in to find out why it's important, what's good and what to avoid, and changes you can make depending on the type of breakfast eater (or non-eater) you are. To contact Leslie with comments, questions or...

Newsflash: Confidence is not out of reach, for anyone or anything you want to be confident in. It's all possible. By learning and applying the core stepping stones of building confidence you'll be able to manage anything else that limits your confidence. It gives you a clear direction, takes away the frustration and fear, and allows you to remove what's blocking you so you can keep motivated and o...

You know the feeling after you've even a big meal or a particular type of food when your stomach feels bloated, uncomfortable and sometimes painful. It sucks and you shouldn't have to live with it. Today I talk about bloating what may be causing it and changes you can implement now. To contact Leslie with comments, questions or guest requests, connect on Instagram @Leslierosecoaching Check out my...

Carbohydrates have received a bad rap in the past and most recently due to popular carb-restrictive diets that generated new product lines at grocery stores, bringing it mainstream and causing a perception among many teens that carbs should be avoided if wanting to lose weight. This episode covers what carbohydrates are, why they're important for teenagers, how they can contribute to health and we...

A good night's sleep can change everything. From academics and energy levels to appetites and relationships. But do you know why it's so vital, what's different for teens, how much you need, and how to get your best night's rest? In this episode I'll be joined by my daughter, Zoe to discuss these questions, and provide actionable success strategies.  Plus, use the link below to download a copy of...

In today’s episode we’ll explore common teen food triggers, what causes them, and strategies to help manage and create new, healthier habits. These tools can be helpful for anyone, from a single habit to multiple.   Links + more resources and information… For guided help with creating your own triggers and controls list, Download my free printable Triggers and Control worksheet Follow on Instagram...

Welcome to the Healthy Teen Life podcast for teens! Are you wanting a healthier teen life but not sure how you create it?  In this first episode, host Leslie Rose explains the show, it's purpose and what you can expect. Get more resources and information… Follow on Instagram and Facebook: @LeslieRoseCoaching Sign-up: Healthy Teen Life newsletter: leslierosecoaching.com

Fad diets are hot and dieting among teens is growing. But not all diets are effective or healthy for teens. Listen in to hear why dieting can be a problem and what to do instead. Get more resources and information… Follow on Instagram and Facebook: @LeslieRoseCoaching Download cheat sheet: 20 Easy & Effective Steps for weight loss and healthy living: https: leslierosecoaching.com/easy Sign-up: Hea...

If you're like a lot of teens, your body is changing and you're not comfortable with it. At all. Too many changes, not enough control. The result? Negative body image, poor self-esteem, and body shame. It can suck. But you have the power to change all that. Let's explore what's going on and how to shift from discomfort and dislike to acceptance and appreciation. Get more resources and information…...

The Healthy Teen Life podcast is the first podcast dedicated to providing teens and college-age young adults with health, nutrition and mental wellness information based on their developing minds and bodies. Hosted by Leslie Rose, along with guest interviews, the show provides healthy lifestyle information, self-help tools and inspiration, all specific to teens’ unique phase in life. Get more reso...