By Mary Spiegelberg, Dolce Diet Intern It’s time for sweater weather and pumpkins! You didn’t think we’d let you get through this glorious season without some delicious pumpkin recipes did you? Here are 4 #DolceApproved pumpkin creations you do not want to miss this season! Pumpkin Spice Quinoa Bake Don’t let the quinoa fool you, […]
Summer is coming to an end and there seems to be a clear divide. On one hand, we have those who cannot wait to drown away in their pumpkin flavored caffeinated beverages, bundle up with the full embrace of sweater weather and finally stop rolling their eyes at summer body vs. taco meme debates. On […]
According to the American Heart Association, 80% of all American jobs are sedentary. This is an 83% increase from 1950! Research has shown that as time spent sitting increases, so does your risk for developing high blood pressure, obesity, and high cholesterol. You are also more likely to suffer from low back pain, decreased mobility, […]
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 […]
These bodyweight movements target specific muscle groups without the use of equipment. 1) Quads • Lunges (walking, in-place, jumping) • High knees • Burpees 2) Glutes • Air squats • Donkey kicks • Glute bridge • Jumping knee tucks 3) Triceps • Close-grip push-ups (hands under armpits, elbows pointed back) • Dips (use a chair, […]
Once the leaves start changing color and the weather cools down, we know fall is upon us. And what do most of us associate with fall? Pumpkins! Pumpkins have been a staple of autumn traditions for hundreds of years starting with Halloween, then Thanksgiving and even lingering into Christmas. Yes, this is the time of […]
by Tope Pedro So what’s the hype about probiotics? Probiotics are often called “good” or “helpful” bacteria because they help move food through your gut and help keep it healthy. Research is finding that a healthy gut may reduce inflammation and help with weight management, a risk factor for many diseases. Probiotics are naturally found […]
Halloween is one of our favorite times of year! Here are some fun alternatives to handing out candy. (Ok, there are some organic lollipops on this list!) 🙂For safety: All items should be store-bought and sealed. Mini Water BottlesTrail MixGranola BarsStretch Island Fruit LeathersYumEarth Organic Lollipops and Candy DropsBarbara’s Snackimals Animal Cookies HAPPY HALLOWEEN!
Listen on iTunes Bob complains about sports celebrities. He 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, […]
Listen on iTunes Mike Dolce discusses his current weight loss and training regimen. 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, […]
Quinoa Crockpot Recipes by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Quinoa Primavera Ingredients • 1½ cups quinoa, uncooked • 1 lb. boneless skinless chicken breasts • 4 cups + 3 cups chicken broth • 4-6 cloves garlic • Salt and pepper Before serving: • 1 tbsp. grapeseed oil • 1 bunch asparagus, cut into bite sized […]
10 Best Foods For Pregnant Women Even if you’re already packing an alphabet’s worth of vitamins and minerals into your daily meals, you might still worry that you’re not taking in enough of the nutritional right stuff — especially if your appetite hasn’t quite gotten up to speed just yet. Enter these “nutritional superstars” — […]
VISUALIZE FOR SUCCESS A Wrestler’s Journey To The State Title By Ridge Kiley, CSCS, Dolce Diet Coach The time has come for post-season wrestling and state tournaments across the nation. As some of you are reading this article, new state champions have been crowned in your state, while others wait anxiously for their state tournament […]
Get into the spirit of the season with this healthier take on the seasonal sweets! These recipes are sure to please. Thin Mints Ingredients • 1 cup blanched almond flour • 1 tsp. coconut flour • 2 tbsp. cacao powder • ⅛ tsp. sea salt • ¼ tsp. baking soda • 2 tbsp. palm shortening […]
Signs & Symptoms of Stress by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD We all have stressful times in our lives. But it is important to decipher chronic stress from a one-time instance or just pure annoyance. Here are some signs and symptoms to look out for on multiple levels. If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms, […]
Dolce Diet Summer-Ready Slow Cooker Recipes by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Slow Cooker Salmon Ingredients • 1-2 lbs. salmon fillets, skin left on • Salt • Pepper • Spices of choice (optional) • Sliced lemon (optional) • Sliced onions and/or celery (optional) • 1-1 ½ cups water Directions 1. Cut the salmon into pieces. […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: 3 Fun Fall Recipes by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD With the weather cooling down, it’s time to turn on that oven and cozy up to some warm, nutritious recipes. Here are just a few that we have up our sleeves! Pumpkin Spice Breakfast Cookies Makes 12 cookies Ingredients • ¼ cup […]
by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD 1. Skimping on the Warm-Up The muscles and tendons will become more elastic with a proper warm-up session, which helps reduce the risk of injury and will jumpstart calorie burn. Be sure to warm-up the whole body, not just the area you’re training for that day. 2. Being Too […]
It can be difficult to fit in that workout with all the running around we’re doing to get ready for the holidays! However, we can still trim our trees AND our waistlines with these quick, do-anywhere 15-minute exercise routines! Body Weight Booster • 15 push-ups • 20 sit-ups • 25 squats • 20 alternating lunges […]
Build a Bigger Bench Press by Mike Dolce “Hey bro, how much you bench?” That question is the town motto in Meatheaddom. You’ve been there, right? No? Well certainly you’ve been past there? No again? Well, you’ve certainly heard of it? Still no? Oh, I see, you must be a pencil-neck geek! Let me take […]
