Jill Martin shares cancer diagnosis — the 1 thing she hopes you’ll do

Plus, put juicy summer corn to work in this colorful, plant-based recipe.

July 18, 2023 | VIEW IN BROWSER July 18, 2023 | VIEW IN BROWSER TODAY contributor Jill Martin shared that she was diagnosed with breast cancer just a few weeks ago, despite having a clear mammogram in January. Now, she is sharing her story in hopes that it will encourage others to get tested. Plus, this simple stretch will soothe sore arms and relieve tension from sitting hunched over all day. Walking Challenge Walking Challenge Today's Workout Today's workout is a 10-minute upper body dumbbell workout.   If you're looking for a longer workout, or want to mix up some of the exercises in this month's plan, trainer Stephanie Mansour put together 20 of her favorite arm exercises to tone your biceps, tricep and shoulders.   She also included a few stretches, like reverse prayer pose. This is the perfect stretch to do after your arm workout — or a long day spent hunched over a computer — to stretch the entire front of your chest and shoulders. To perform: Sit on the floor or at the edge of a chair with enough room to put your hands behind your back. Place your arms and hands behind your low back. Touch your fingertips together, and if your mobility allows, put your palms together in a prayer position. Keep your back straight and hold for 30 seconds.  Get 19 more arm exercises here. 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 Put juicy summer corn to work in this tasty recipe. Since edamame is a plant protein, you can easily serve this dish as a meatless main course. However, if you want another easy protein source, have it with store-bought rotisserie chicken. Breakfast: Cold Brew Overnight Oats Lunch: Rotisserie Chicken Sandwich Dinner: Edamame-Roasted Corn Succotash   GET THE MEAL PLAN > Making Space for Mindfulness Making Space for Mindfulness Valerie Bertinelli posts no-filter video after commenter 'shames' her for getting Botox Valerie Bertinelli addressed someone on Instagram who sarcastically said she was using Botox. READ MORE > One Small Thing One Small Thing Real ways to make a difference in your life, one small thing at a time. Jill Martin shares breast cancer diagnosis — plus, the one thing she hopes you'll do for her TODAY contributor Jill Martin shared that a few weeks ago she learned some stunning news: She has breast cancer. This week, she will undergo a double mastectomy, and a more in-depth treatment plan will follow.    Because of Jill's family history of cancer, she was a candidate to undergo genetic testing to assess her risk. She learned she had a mutation to her BRCA2 gene, which can increase a person's risk of developing certain types of cancer, especially breast, ovarian and prostate cancers. She was surprised to learn that she inherited it from her father, who also tested positive for the mutation.   After the test, Jill underwent a sonogram and an MRI, and doctors discovered that she had breast cancer.   "That (BRCA) test saved my life," Jill said. "Had I not gotten the test, I wouldn't have gotten the scans, and we would be telling a very different story."   One thing helping her persevere is raising awareness about BRCA testing and breast cancer risk, especially for men.   "I always associated this with something women get and so many people I've spoken to have said, 'I didn't know this was something men should be tested for,'" Jill said. "Please see your doctors and see if genetic testing is appropriate."   Read Jill Martin's full essay here. READ THE ARTICLE > Wellness News Wellness News 9 tips for exercising on hot summer days Tips for working out in hot weather including how to stay hydrated, breathing exercises, stretching, summer workout attire, and symptoms of heat exhaustion. 9 tips for exercising on hot summer days Tips for working out in hot weather including how to stay hydrated, breathing exercises, stretching, summer workout attire, and symptoms of heat exhaustion. What is a small bowel obstruction? 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