10 relaxing chair yoga poses

Plus, this Kale Smoothie recipe contains protein, vegetables, fruit and heart-healthy fats — for a complete meal in a cup.

August 28, 2023 | VIEW IN BROWSER August 28, 2023 | VIEW IN BROWSER Looking for a diet reset to boost your metabolism and energy levels? Joy Bauer put together this 7-day meal plan that fits the bill (and wine and chocolate are on the menu!). Plus, if you sit a lot during the week — and are feeling some Monday stress — chair yoga exercises can help combat the effects of sitting all day and induce a relaxation response. Here are 10 to try. Walking Challenge Walking Challenge Today's Workout Today's workout is an upper and lower body strength routine.   If you sit a lot during the week (and are feeling some Monday stress), you may benefit from also adding some chair yoga exercises to your routine today.   Surprised you can do yoga sitting down? It's true: Most traditional yoga poses can be performed on a chair. This is a great option for people who have limited mobility or conditions that don't allow them to practice traditional yoga on a mat.   But it's not just for those with limited mobility! Studies show that chair yoga can induce a state of relaxation, while stretching and toning your muscles. This makes it a great way for people to combat the effects of sitting all day and reduce stress.   10 chair yoga poses you can do sitting down. GET THE WORKOUT > Need a break from this month's challenge? Click here to snooze this section until next month. 😴 Your Meal Plan Your Meal Plan Today's Plan You may be accustomed to using avocado in salads and guacamole, but its creamy richness pairs well with fruit and greens for a filling breakfast treat, too. This smoothie contains protein, vegetables, fruit and heart-healthy fats, making it a simple and balanced meal. If you're not fond of kale, don't worry. The sweetness from blueberries and a banana will offset its taste. Or you can sub baby spinach, a milder-tasting green, instead. If you want to make this vegan, use silken tofu or an unsweetened vegan protein powder in place of the yogurt. Breakfast: Energizing Kale Smoothie Lunch: Rotisserie Chicken Sandwich Dinner: Avocado Cream Pasta with Arugula and Roasted Cherry Tomatoes GET THE MEAL PLAN > Making Space for Mindfulness Making Space for Mindfulness Danny Trejo celebrates 55 years of sobriety with new photo The 79-year-old actor said he's "done this one day at a time." READ MORE > One Small Thing One Small Thing Real ways to make a difference in your life, one small thing at a time. 7-day Mediterranean diet plan to help boost your metabolism and energy If you're looking for a healthy diet that is easy to maintain and can aid in weight loss while promoting your overall health, look no further. The Mediterranean diet consistently comes out on top on the U.S. News & World Report Best Diets list, and it's not hard to see why.   Research suggests a Mediterranean-style diet can reduce the risk for heart disease, certain cancers and other serious health conditions. The meal plan is filled with healthful foods to rev metabolism, strengthen bones, alleviate aches and pains, minimize belly fat, and boost energy and brain power.   Convinced it's time to give it a try? We've made it easy with this 7-day meal plan from Joy Bauer, complete with 3 recipes a day, plus snack ideas. Oh and did we mention a daily glass of wine and a treat is on the menu, too?   Get the 7-day meal plan and recipes here. READ THE ARTICLE > Wellness News Wellness News 7 expert-approved sciatica stretches to ease — and prevent — nerve pain Feel relief from sciatica pain and build strength with these muscle and nerve exercises. 7 expert-approved sciatica stretches to ease — and prevent — nerve pain Feel relief from sciatica pain and build strength with these muscle and nerve exercises. Kentucky school district cancels classes 2 weeks into year due to COVID-19, flu and strep outbreaks The Lee County School District saw attendance drop to 81% just nine days after the first day of school. Kentucky school district cancels classes 2 weeks into year due to COVID-19, flu and strep outbreaks The Lee County School District saw attendance drop to 81% just nine days after the first day of school. Add these 4 foods to your favorite meals to 'supersize' their nutrition With these easy add-ins, you can boost both the size *and* nutrition of your meals. Add these 4 foods to your favorite meals to 'supersize' their nutrition With these easy add-ins, you can boost both the size *and* nutrition of your meals. Thanks for letting us in your inbox! See you again tomorrow morning. Want to refer a friend? Subscribe here Send us Feedback Follow us on Facebook More TODAY Newsletters 30 Rockefeller Plaza New York, NY 10112 Manage Subscriptions | Unsubscribe | Privacy | Contact MANAGE SUBSCRIPTION | UNSUBSCRIBE | PRIVACY | CONTACT