Teen loses 200 lbs: His #1 weight-loss tip

Plus, a 15-minute jump rope workout to torch calories and improve cardiovascular health.

July 29, 2024 | VIEW IN BROWSER July 29, 2024 | VIEW IN BROWSER Happy Monday! Find motivation to stay committed to your diet and fitness routine this week with an inspirational story of a teen who lost 200 pounds on his own. He shares his #1 tip for losing weight. Plus, a new week means a new meal plan! And this week is all about convenience with simple meals you can have on the table in 30 minutes or less. Walking Challenge Walking Challenge Today's Workout Today's workout is a walk.    Have time for an extra cardio workout today? Jumping rope may seem more like a childhood pastime than an effective fitness tool, but there's a reason every gym has a bunch of them hanging by the weight rack.   The activity can help you lose fat, build muscle strength and improve motor skills and agility. Because jumping and swinging a rope requires you to call on your core for balance, a jump rope workout is a great way to work your abs, too.   Try this 15-minute jump rope workout to burn calories and build strength. GET THE WORKOUT Your Meal Plan Your Meal Plan Today's Plan Frittatas are a great way to make a quick, hearty and satisfying weekend breakfast (or brunch. Or lunch!) To make a frittata, quickly scramble eggs in a skillet, then finish them in the oven to cook up and form a pie-like dish. You can flavor them as simply or intricately as you want. Some recipes add ham and cheese, while others are packed with fiber-rich leafy greens. I love this simple recipe that incorporates a sweet veggie — butternut squash.    Breakfast: Squash and Garlic-Herb Cheese Frittata Lunch: Italian Chopped Salad  Dinner: Vegetarian Taco Bake GET THE RECIPE Making Space for Mindfulness Making Space for Mindfulness Some Olympians are struggling to sleep on cardboard beds. How can this affect their performance? Many of the athletes competing in the 2024 Paris Olympics have arrived at the Olympic Village and are giving fans behind-the-scenes looks at their lodging over the next few weeks. READ MORE One Small Thing One Small Thing Real ways to make a difference in your life, one small thing at a time. Teen loses 200 pounds on his own, shares No. 1 tip for weight loss success When he reached 400 pounds at 15 years old, Nicolas Garratt was determined to make a change.    Four years later, he's lost 200 pounds, exercises every day and is an aspiring fitness influencer on Instagram. "I want to help people do what I did," Garratt says.   So how did he do it? His weight-loss success came with lots of ups and downs, and a painful setback.   This is the #1 strategy he used to lose weight and keep it off. READ THE ARTICLE Wellness News Wellness News 60 home quotes that will transport you to your happy place There's nothing like home sweet home. Whether you're missing yours or moving into a new place, these short, famous quotes about home will sum up how you feel. Everything Kelly Clarkson has shared about her weight loss journey Kelly Clarkson's weight loss is a topic of speculation. The singer said she made diet and exercise changes and has shared previously body and weight struggles. Joy Bauer shares healthy treats to enjoy while you watch the Olympics On the menu for Joy Bauer's Olympics watch party are her superfood brownie bites, peanut butter crispy treats and frozen yogurt berries. 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