A 106 woman eats these healthy foods every day

Plus, a back and biceps workout

August 28, 2024 | VIEW IN BROWSER August 28, 2024 | VIEW IN BROWSER A 106 year-old woman who still lives alone used to be "a professional cook for rich people," so she has lots of experience with healthy, good food. Much of her longevity advice is centered around diet, and she's sharing her tips.  Strong legs are essential for performing daily activities like walking, climbing stairs and lifting objects. Plus, this increased strength can also lead to better overall body stability and balance, reducing the risk of falls and injuries. Learn 10 dumbbell moves that can strengthen your lower body. Walking Challenge Walking Challenge Today's Workout Today's workout is upper and lower body.   Adding weight with a set of dumbbells is one of the best ways to level up bodyweight exercises that work the lower body. Leg exercises such as squats and lunges elevate your heart rate, improving your endurance while also boosting your metabolism. And adding weight is an effective way to make them an even better cardio workout, improving your cardiovascular health.   See 10 dumbbell leg workouts to tone your glutes, hamstrings and calves.  GET THE WORKOUT Your Meal Plan Your Meal Plan Today's Plan Winner, winner, chicken dinner! This quick and easy one-sheet wonder requires just a handful of basic ingredients and features a smoky and flavorful marinade for the chicken that the whole family will love. The crispier the Brussels sprouts, the more delicious, so don't be afraid to let them get nice and brown. (We fight over the burnt leaves in my house!) You can easily adjust the recipe up or down, depending on how many folks you're cooking for.    Breakfast: Breakfast Wrap Lunch: Tuna Macaroni Salad Dinner: Joy Bauer's Sheet-Pan Roasted Chicken and Brussels Sprouts GET THE RECIPE Making Space for Mindfulness Making Space for Mindfulness 5 things I never do during back-to-school season as a doctor and a mom Sending your kids back to school can be a relief from nonstop summer activities, but it may also present challenges of starting a new routine and getting them back into healthy habits. READ MORE One Small Thing One Small Thing Real ways to make a difference in your life, one small thing at a time. Woman, 106, still lives in her own apartment, eats these healthy foods every day Dorothy Staten knows the importance of having a room of one's own. So at 106 years old, she still lives in her own apartment, enjoying good health and dispensing tips on how to live a long life.   She has firm rules about sugar, alcohol, cold drinks and ice cream. Staten, who resides in El Paso, Texas, is cheerful and energetic when a reporter calls.   "I feel like I'm 16 years old," she tells TODAY.com with a laugh. "I'm doing fine, honey."   Read her longevity tips. READ THE ARTICLE Wellness News Wellness News Paralympian goes viral for explaining the 1 thing everyone should know before watching the Games Team USA wheelchair rugby player Chuck Aoki is going viral on social media for posts about the Paris Paralympics. One explains how classification works. Gingery chicken meatballs, pasta with veggies: Get the recipes! There's still time to savor the last days of summer so cookbook author, Yasmin Fahr, stops by TODAY to share two easy recipes: Tender chicken meatballs with fresh ginger and coconut rice, and a pasta with roasted veggies and creamy goat cheese. EXCLUSIVE: Purple Heart recipient gives free tattoos to fellow veterans as therapy Daniel Wright Jr. experienced a breakthrough in his mental health thanks to a doodle he made that later turned into a tattoo business offering free ink for veterans. 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