Healthy Habits for Student Success: Ashton Tate on Wellness & Education

🎙️ Guest Introduction: Ashton Tate Ashton Tate, based in Franklin, Tennessee, partners with schools to promote health education.He lost 120 pounds in high school, overcoming pre-diabetes and low self-esteem. 🏋️ Journey to Health Initially wanted to be a SWAT officer; discovered his passion for health later.Experienced struggles with weight and unhealthy eating while playing sports.Developed a personal approach to health, focusing on maintenance and lifestyle changes. 💡 Health Education Focus Recognizes a gap in health education for youth; sees it as a neglected subject in schools.Aims to equip the next generation with knowledge about health to combat obesity and related diseases. 📚 Teaching Framework: FORM Method Functional Fitness: Encourages regular movement and exercise tailored to individual preferences.Optimal Nourishment: Teaches the importance of nutrition as both fuel and enjoyment, emphasizing balance.Rest and Recovery: Advocates for preventative routines for mental and physical health to avoid burnout.Multiply Maintenance: Focuses on setting health goals that align with personal life aspirations and routines. 👨‍👩‍👧 Parenting Tips Parents often benefit from additional voices supporting health education; external validation helps kids engage.Encourages parents to explain the importance of health practices rather than just mandating them. 📱 Resources for Parents Offers a platform through their website (formeducation.org) with resources for families and educators.Email support available for personalized questions and guidance at [email protected]. 🏆 Impact on Students Feedback from parents highlights that engaging content helps kids connect with health topics.Promotes a holistic approach that can adapt to different children's needs and interests. 🌱 Community Engagement Works with various educational institutions, including public, charter, and faith-based schools.Encourages collaboration between parents and schools to improve health education in curricula. Connect with Shellee Howard: WebsiteYouTubeInstagramLinkedInEmail: [email protected] Connect with Ashton Tate:WebsiteFacebookLinkedIn  🎁 Episode Gift & Contact 🎓 College Planning Support for ParentsWant help organizing next steps and avoiding costly college mistakes? 📘 Workbook Gift:https://go.collegereadyplan.com/podcast-gift-workbook 🤝 Interested in Collaborating with College Ready?Email Julienne at [email protected]