Al Roker wants Today fans to feel as great as he does and is setting an incredible example.
In the new year, the NBC weather anchor is dedicating himself to moving his body, regardless of what kind of situation he finds himself in. For instance, recently after Al and his wife, Deborah Roberts, visited their daughter, Leila, in Paris for a long weekend, their flight to the Big Apple was running behind schedule. But the third hour Today show coanchor didn’t let this setback throw off his commitment to movement. With that, Al set off to get his steps in and he took folks along in a #challengeyourself Instagram post.
“So, my flight’s delayed coming back to New York from Paris,” he said in his IG video shared on January 18. “Now, the 2021 me would have been grouchy and complaining, sitting around, that my flight is delayed. The 2022 me uses this opportunity to knock off five miles walking in the terminal. So, win and win. Saw my girl, spent some time in a beautiful city. I’ll be back in New York momentarily.”
Reacting to Al’s latest #challengeyourself post, many fans were blown away by Al's positive mindset and loved what he was able to accomplish during his two-hour flight delay, especially while wearing a top grade N95 protective face mask.
“With a mask on 😮that is inspiring!” one person wrote. “You go Al! Staying active and positive. I love it,” another added. “Wisely using your time! 👏👏👏,” a different fan said. “You’re looking particularly healthy and svelte these days 👏 👍I think I’ll start walkin’!” a follower commented.
A quick scroll through the NBC meteorologist’s official Instagram page, and you'll see that he's always out and about. While Al has previously shared how he stays active through his #takeawalktoday Instagram series, he also started posting #challengeyourself Instagram videos. His first one took place on December 11, which was a particularly cold day in New York.
“It is winter and kind of bleak looking but there’s something about getting moving,” he said in the clip. “I hope you get to take a moment or two during this busy time in the holiday [season]. Remember what’s important and do a little self-care.”
Al has also become an avid Peloton rider, jumping on it for early morning workouts before heading out the door. What’s more, after cohosting with Dylan Dreyer, Craig Melvin and Sheinelle Jones, Al sometimes squeezes in more steps in Central Park.
In short, the beloved weatherman is challenging himself any opportunity he gets, and he wants Today fans to join him. If you’re in need of some motivation, just watch a few of Al’s incredible Instagram videos.
