Lena Young


​In a nutshell, Lena specializes in strategic content creation, social media marketing and fitness instruction. Lena Young is an editorial assistant at TechTarget and a recent "Double Husky" Cum Laude graduate of Northeastern University.

In December 2018, Lena completed a Graduate Certificate in Technological Entrepreneurship at Northeastern University, making her a "Double Husky" scholar. Lena also earned a Master of Arts in Journalism (Media Innovation concentration) from Northeastern University in May 2018. ​
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Previously, Lena was a Social Media Director of The Huntington News  and a Co-Founder of Northeastern's publication on marginalized groups, The Margins, with classmates from the School of Journalism's Media Innovation program.

Academics aside, Lena also enjoys her roles as a Founder and AAAI/ISMA Certified Personal Trainer  at Young Fit Fam, a Content Creator at Spoon University, a Co-Founder of Soleius, and a Brand Representative for Zyia Active.

​Lena contributes to Spoon University, Her Campus, and The Avenue.​

Check out Lena's food blog and foodstagram, with the warning that sudden feelings of hunger are not uncommon among viewers. 

Why Dating App Security Flaws Should Concern Enterprises 
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 ​Vulnerable dating apps on BYODs pose risks to more than just individual users. Find out what security flaws are common in these apps and what they mean for enterprises.

How to Make Savory Garlic Pretzels in Under 20 Minutes 


Learn how to make garlic sourdough pretzels with a spicy kick in under 20 minutes.

How to Make Zesty Lemon Spinach Pesto Hummus 

Follow along to learn how you can make this super simple hummus recipe, which is packed with superfoods including edamame, chickpeas, spinach, and basil. This 5-minute hummus recipe pairs well with veggies, pita bread, or chips.

Wine Review: Eataly Boston's Spring Festa

Eataly Boston’s Spring Festa on April 11th (notably a Wine Wednesday) featured 27 wines from seven different distributors stationed in their restaurant, La Piazza. Decorated with tablecloths, flowers, hand-crafted pots, and a curated collection of wines, each station served three to four wines from each distributor’s collection. To ensure they made their rounds, wine tasters carried a paper “passport” to stamp after visiting each station...

Healthy Chips You Will Go Bananas For 

What do banana plants and fetuses have in common? Both take nine months to grow. A complete bunch can include up to 170 bananas for a 10-foot banana plant...

​How To: Styling Sweatpants   

Sweatsuits have come a long way since velvet Juicy Couture sets and Uggs circa 2007. Though a similar concept, sweatsuits have evolved and tightened up over the years... ​​

Preview: Spring Festa at Eataly Boston 

Spring Festa at Eataly Boston features 21 wines, delicious appetizers, and an unparalleled ambiance you won't want to miss...

10 Health & Beauty Tips I Learned From My Mother
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Navigating which health and beauty practices work best for you can be a daunting process. I was lucky enough to learn from my QUEEN of a mom, who taught me about everything from the importance of habitual daily skincare to the convenience of travel-size containers...

Spoon x 305 Fitness Boston Meet-Up

Watch for a recap of Spoon x 305 Fitness Member Meet-up, where Boston spoonies gathered for a wild cardio workout, complete with a live DJ! ​

Cycling classes attract financially fit ​

Cycling is one of the most popular forms of exercising in Boston, which has the highest collection of health clubs in the country. Yet, the price of a workout varies dramatically, from free introductory classes at CycleBar to $34 drop-ins at SoulCycle....