Foods that Can Help Lower Your Cholesterol According to the Center for Disease Control (CDC), 1 out of 3 Americans has high cholesterol. High cholesterol can be hereditary, but it can also be largely caused by diet and lifestyle choices, such as smoking. Here are some foods that can potentially help lower cholesterol levels, which […]
We love our furballs as if they were our own children, and take care of them as such (just ask Zoey Dolce!). Below are some homemade dog food recipes your dogs will drool over! These recipes avoid all the unnecessary additives and preservatives that tend to be found in a lot of manufactured, dried dog […]
Balsamic Brussels Sprouts Ingredients • ½ cup balsamic vinegar • 2 tbsp. coconut sugar, packed • 2 lbs. Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved • 2 tbsp. grapeseed oil • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper • 2 tbsp. grass-fed butter, cut into cubes • ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese Directions • To make […]
1. Do it in short bursts Choose a shorter, more intense workout over a longer one where you don’t push yourself quite as hard. 2. Get it out of the way early Start your day with a workout so you don’t think about it all day and psyche yourself out of doing it. 3. Kill […]
1) Bent Over Barbell Row • Set up in a snatch grip (wide). • Place the barbell in the crease of your hip, and bend at your waist (back should be as flat as possible) • Start with your arms straight, then row up so that your elbows go towards the ceiling. • Return to […]
How To Create A Healthy Shift Work Routine Eating healthy is hard on a regular, daytime schedule. So how can we stay on track if we work during the midnight hours while everyone else is asleep? Here are some tips for all of you shift-workers trying to live lean (and stay awake)! First, let’s talk […]
Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken Ingredients – 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces – 1 fresh pineapple, stalk, skin, and core removed and fruit cut into bite-sized pieces – 2 tablespoons honey – 2 tablespoons Bragg’s Liquid Aminos Materials – 1 gallon-sized plastic freezer bag – 1 All-purpose sticky label (Get here) […]
These movements are great for sculpting Gladiator-like shoulders, and will also help improve your posture. Most of these movements can be done with either a dumbbell or kettlebell, whatever is available to you. If you’ve never used a kettlebell, ask a trainer for a brief tutorial to prevent injury, otherwise stick with the dumbbells. Dumbbell […]
6 Habits Preventing You from Gaining Muscle Not Eating Enough You need to eat big to get big. If you restrict your calories too much, you could cause your body to become catabolic and start to break down muscle tissue, the exact opposite of what we want! Strive to get in quality nutrition several times […]
That pesky belly fat is most people’s last problem area when on their weight-loss journeys. Even thinner individuals may experience some of that belly fat, which is commonly referred to as “skinny fat.” Below are some reasons that may be holding you back from shedding that fat. 1. Lack of Exercise Lean muscle helps burn […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: Off-Season Wrestling Guide to Weight Management By Ridge Kiley, CSCS, Dolce Diet Coach The Folkstyle wrestling season is coming to an end. State champions have been crowned from pee-wee to high school, and the collegiate season will come to a conclusion this week. This is the time of year where wrestlers traditionally let […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: Protein-Packed Vegan Recipes by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD If you happen to be vegan, sometimes it can be challenging to consume adequate amounts of protein within the day. But look no further for some high quality, protein-packed, vegan-friendly dishes. Here we’ve got you covered for breakfast, lunch/dinner and a snack. Gluten […]
3 Convenient Travel Snacks By Mary Spiegelberg The holidays are upon us and airports everywhere are buzzing with anxious travelers. While most people will be limited to choosing between an overpriced snack pack and greasy fast food joint, you will be prepared! Go you! Try these 3 simple and travel-friendly snack recipes. Homemade Sweet & […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: 6 Ways to Keep Eating Healthy by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD 1. Keep it Clean Stick to whole foods, and not food products. A whole food hasn’t been processed or manufactured. It comes from nature. Food products are combinations of foods and chemicals. Keep it as clean as you can. For […]
Brandy joins Mike in studio. Mike Dolce is a 4X World MMA Awards Trainer of the Year, NJ Martial Arts Hall of Fame Inductee and was named a Men’s Fitness Top 30 Fitness Game Changer. As the founder of The Dolce Diet and creator of UFC FIT, Mike Dolce is known the world over for […]
STAFF REPORT Despite the expense, it is thought that 80% of Americans who have a gym membership don’t go to the gym. To Wear a Smaller Pants Size, You Should Gain Weight We’re talking muscle weight! If two people both weigh 195 pounds and just one lifts weights, the lifter will more likely fit into […]
4 Yummy Stir-Fry Recipes By Nicole Kiley, MSc, RD Paprika Chicken, Asparagus, and Sun-Dried Tomato Stir-Fry Serves 4 Ingredients 1/3 cups sun-dried tomatoes 2 Tbsp. avocado oil 1 lb. chicken thighs (boneless, skinless, sliced into thinner strips) ¼ tsp. sea salt ½ tsp. paprika 1 lb. asparagus (ends tripped, cut in half) Instructions 1. Chop […]
Buffalo Chicken Bowls Ingredients • 2 cans black beans • 3 avocados, diced • A pint of cherry tomatoes, halved • 6 chicken breasts • 1 cup buffalo sauce • 1 tbsp. garlic, minced • 1 packet Greek yogurt dressing – dry seasoning • 1 1/3 cups plain Greek yogurt • 3 tbsp. almond milk […]
by Food 4 Abs Product Type: Diet and Exercise Book. Also includes recipes and workout plans of top athletes. Main Goal/Purpose: Lose fat, improve your health, improve strength and conditioning. Required Experience: None – GREAT for beginners and people who need to lose fat. Advanced trainees could benefit if they’re bored and looking to change […]
Triceps Pushdown • Using a cable machine, start by standing with a slight bend at the hip. • Grab hold of the handles (your elbows should be at about a 45-degree angle to start, palms facing away from you). • Now push the bar down so that your knuckles are now facing the floor. • […]
