25 high-protein breakfasts to start your day off right

Plus, upper body stretches

August 16, 2024 | VIEW IN BROWSER August 16, 2024 | VIEW IN BROWSER Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and eating protein first thing in the morning sets you up for success. Protein not only keeps you full, it helps with muscle repair and growth. We've rounded up 25 high-protein breakfast recipes to start the morning right.  Plus, learn how to stretch your neck, back and arms to combat muscle soreness. And a simple smashed chicken burger with pesto is on the menu tonight! Walking Challenge Walking Challenge Today's Workout Today's workout is lower body.   Stretching your upper body is crucial for maintaining flexibility and preventing muscle tightness. Regularly stretching muscles in the shoulders, chest and back can improve your range of motion, making everyday tasks like reaching, lifting and twisting easier. Stretching can also reduce the risk of injuries, as your muscles and joints are better prepared to handle sudden movements or strains.    Learn 18 upper-body stretches will soothe your sore neck, back and arms. GET THE WORKOUT Your Meal Plan Your Meal Plan Today's Plan Burgers are inherently quick to prepare, but this technique manages to speed up the process even more. Ground chicken is divided into four portions, then rolled into large meatballs. They're seasoned all over with salt and pepper, placed in a super hot pan and flattened with a spatula into thin patties. Known as "smashing," this creates maximum surface area for the meat to brown so every bite has some crispiness — and of course gives the burger its signature name.   Breakfast: Whole Grain Toaster Waffle with Greek Yogurt, Berries and Chia Seeds Lunch: Caprese Pasta Salad with Chicken Dinner:  Chicken Pesto Smashed Burger with Baked Carrot Fries GET THE RECIPE Making Space for Mindfulness Making Space for Mindfulness You might be missing the signs of asthma and depression in kids, says research Research shows asthma and depression are untreated or under-treated in children. Experts share signs of both in kids and share treatment options. READ MORE One Small Thing One Small Thing Real ways to make a difference in your life, one small thing at a time. 25 high-protein breakfast ideas that will combat cravings all day You can't get through an Instagram scroll these days without seeing an influencer telling you about the benefits of eating more protein. And while not every influencer is sharing real nutrition information, it's true that a high-protein breakfast can be a powerful way to start your day.    Want a cheat sheet to high-protein happiness? Here's our collection of 25 high-protein picks to satisfy everyone, whether you have a sweet tooth or prefer a savory start. READ THE ARTICLE Wellness News Wellness News Make the most of summer produce with this stone fruit Caprese salad Get Chloe Coscarelli's recipe for stone fruit Caprese salad, which swaps crumbled tofu in place of the usual mozzarella cheese. No baking required! Make Chloe Coscarelli's dairy-free cookie dough truffles Get chef Chloe Coscarelli's recipe for vegan chocolate chip cookie dough truffles, which can safely be eaten without baking. How to boost important nutrients including calcium, B12, more From increasing your calcium intake to boosting your vitamin B12, Women's health dietitian Valerie Agyeman joins TODAY with ways to fuel your body with nutrients you may be lacking. 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