Health: Building strength and longevity

A plain guide to teaching teens to take care of their health with small daily habits like food, movement and sleep. Lesson 31 from Jumpstart Your Life.

How to get your teenager to exercise by finding movement they enjoy, from walking to dancing, plus steps for busy days. Lesson 32 of Jumpstart Your Life.

How to help your teenager get more sleep with a steady bedtime, a calm wind-down routine, and phones out of the bedroom. Lesson 33 of Jumpstart Your Life.

Why preventive health care for teens matters: yearly checkups, dental cleanings and daily habits that stop problems early. From Jumpstart Your Life.

Healthy habits for teens work best when you aim for consistency, not perfection. Learn why daily choices matter more than one slip-up, and how to keep going.

Teaching teens to listen to their body means noticing tiredness, pain, thirst and mood changes, and acting early. Practical steps from Jumpstart Your Life.

How to help a stressed teenager spot the signs of stress and build coping habits like movement, boundaries and talking it out. From Jumpstart Your Life.

How to get your teen to drink more water, from carrying a bottle to adding fruit, plus why hydration helps energy, focus and mood. From Jumpstart Your Life.

How to support your teen's mental health at home, from daily habits like journaling and exercise to knowing when to get help. From Jumpstart Your Life.

How to start healthy habits today instead of waiting for Monday or New Year, with small first steps for teens and young adults. From Jumpstart Your Life.