For Today's Al Roker, consistency is key when it comes to health and fitness. In recent years, the longtime meteorologist has strived to incorporate exercise into his life every single day, even if it's only for a few minutes. The 71-year-old underwent a life-changing gastric bypass in 2001, which saw him shrink from 340 pounds to 190 pounds. Then, in 2023, he dropped another 45 pounds, thanks to sticking to a low-carb diet. Since then, he has successfully maintained his weight loss. Roker is transparent when it comes to sharing his journey, often documenting his routines and diet on social media. Roker's strength training routine targets both the upper and lower body and includes triceps dips, goblet squats, bicep curls, calf raises and step-ups. Last January, he detailed his commitment to walking 10,000 steps every single day. As for his diet, Roker always begins his day with yogurt, granola and a banana, and will prep high protein egg bites for a quick morning snack. His dinners are usually sheet pan meals with lots of rich fiber and protein. He says chicken thighs are his go-to. In Roker's memoir — "Never Goin' Back: Winning the Weight Loss Battle for Good" — he explained how the turning point in his health journey came after he promised his dying father that he would lose weight. On March 15, 2026, Roker will celebrate the 24-year anniversary of his gastric bypass surgery. He says he will never forget how far he has come. “It’s still a struggle, but I’m never going back.”
