A healthy, takeout-inspired weekly meal plan

Plus, these Vegan Stir-Fry Noodles will make meatless Monday your favorite day of the week,

January 29, 2024 | VIEW IN BROWSER January 29, 2024 | VIEW IN BROWSER Happy Monday! It's Day 22 of our 100-Mile Challenge! If you aren't stretching after your walks, make it a goal this week. Taking an extra five minutes to cool down can make a big difference, especially if your lower body is feeling fatigued. Plus, we've got a new menu lineup inspired by your favorite takeout dishes and is maple syrup healthier than honey? We take a deep dive into the sweetener. Walking Challenge Walking Challenge Today's Workout It's Day 22 of our 100-Mile Challenge!   Our legs and glutes are putting in overtime this month, so it's important to take a few minutes each day to stretch the muscles of the lower body. The kneeling lunge feels ah-mazing and helps release tension in the hips and quads.   8 more lower-body stretches for tight hamstrings and sore glutes. GET THE WORKOUT Your Meal Plan Your Meal Plan Today's Plan This veggie-packed noodle recipe calls for soba noodles — spaghetti-like noodles made from buckwheat. If you don't have soba noodles, you can swap in another whole-grain noodle. Add shelled edamame to your noodles (or serve them on the side) to balance your dish with plant-based protein.   Breakfast: Peanut Butter and Banana Overnight Oats Lunch: Corn, Quinoa and Feta Salad Dinner: Vegan Stir-Fry Noodles GET THE MEAL PLAN Social Share Social Share Monday Motivation Keep on stepping! Here's a pep talk from Al Roker to motivate you to get moving this week. JOIN US ON INSTAGRAM Making Space for Mindfulness Making Space for Mindfulness One mom's 'rules' for saying no to Girl Scout cookies are striking a nerve — see why If you're trying to resist buying Girl Scouts cookies, refrain from mentioning diet, calories, body flaws or weight. READ MORE One Small Thing One Small Thing Real ways to make a difference in your life, one small thing at a time. Is maple syrup good for you? What to know about the hype and health benefits Maple syrup poured over pancakes, waffles or French toast is a sweet breakfast comfort food, especially on cold winter days. But you may wonder if it's a healthier option than other sweeteners.   Some maple syrup producers call their product a "superfood," but is maple syrup really good for you? And is it a better choice than honey? Both are added sugars, and both contain antioxidants and plant-based bioactive compounds. But there are a few things that set maple syrup apart.   Why maple syrup is healthier than honey. READ THE ARTICLE Wellness News Wellness News She saw things that weren't there. It wasn't psychosis — it was an autoimmune disorder A rare condition caused powerful hallucinations, seizures and memory loss. What is King Charles' diagnosis? What to know about his enlarged prostate procedure After King Charles III's diagnosis of an enlarge prostate, he was admitted to a hospital in London to undergo a corrective procedure. Calling all Start TODAY members. Come walk with us live on the show! Want to join Al Roker, Stephanie Mansour and your fellow Start TODAY members for a workout segment? We want to hear from you. 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