3 Slow Cooker Soup Recipes by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Black Bean Soup Ingredients • 2 cups or 1 pound dried black beans, soaked overnight and rinsed • 1 (14.5 ounce) can crushed fire roasted tomatoes • 1 bell pepper, cored and diced • 2 jalapenos, cored and diced • 1 yellow onion, diced […]
The Mike Dolce Show – A Fitness Podcast Mike speaks with Dolce Diet Coaches Mark Nendick & Kenny Sheafer. Mike Dolce is a 3X 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 […]
Workout Motivation! by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD You won’t regret this workout, I promise. You will regret the workout you didn’t do. You’ll feel more refreshed than after a triple shot of espresso. Your workout doesn’t have to be long, just effective. A good sweat will do wonders for your state-of-mind. You can watch […]
These 4 Yoga Moves Can Improve Your Sleep by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Meditation Pose • Position yourself comfortably on your bed. • Cross your legs (playground position) and lengthen your spine. • Keep your shoulders pressed downward toward the bed. • Place your hands at your knees and breathe deeply and slowly. The […]
20-Minute Meals by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Black Bean Soup Ingredients • 3 (15 oz) cans organic black beans, with liquid • 2.5 cups organic salsa • ½ cup chopped fresh cilantro, loosely packed • 2 tsp. ground cumin • 1 clove garlic, minced • Garnish: more cilantro, shredded cheddar, dollop of Greek yogurt […]
3 Killer Calf Movements by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD 1) Jump Rope • Try jumping about an inch off the ground and landing on the balls of your feet/toes (stay off your heels). • Also, be sure to stabilize and brace for your landing by having a slight bend in your knees, and this […]
6 Ways to Reduce Stress by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD 1) Deep Breathing Focusing on deep, slow breaths with your eyes closed can really help you regain your composure and relax the body. Similar to a deep breath you’d take during physical stress (exercise), you can do the same with mental/emotional stress. 2) Talk […]
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 […]
Pool Noodle Olympics by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Turn your backyard into the next Olympic arena. These activities would best be done on grass (maybe with a sprinkler on for some added flair) however, you could also do these around the pool. Just be careful not to slip and fall on the wet deck. […]
Reasons to Walk Daily for Better Health by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Incorporate an after-dinner walk each night. You can increase the duration by one minute each week, and in no time you’ll have logged hundreds of miles! Change up the terrain as well. Walking on uneven surfaces, such as sand or gravel, activates […]
No-nonsense fitness coach 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. Mike Dolce is known the world over for managing the incredible weight cuts of top UFC athletes. He is the founder of […]
3 Simple Salad Dressing Recipes By Mary Spiegelberg Tired of the plain old “oil and vinegar” salad dressing? Have you every found it hard to find a store-bought salad dressing with fresh, preservative-free ingredients? Make your own! Try one of these 3 simple salad dressings below. When you do, tag us in your post by […]
How to Read the New Food Label By Mary Spiegelberg and Lindsay Howard, MS, CSCS We see them every day, but how many of us actually understand them? First thing’s first, the best way to determine if a product is nutritious is to ignore all of the claims on the front of the package that […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 5 Habits to Help Improve Your Life by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD The Dolce Diet is not simply a platform for healthy eating and exercise. We strive for overall wellness, and that includes mental and emotional states. Changing little things throughout your day and creating healthy habits can make a huge impact […]
Side Lateral Raises • Hold a dumbbell in each hand at your side. • Activate the lats to raise your arms so that they become parallel with the ground, really focusing on engaging the shoulders at the top of the movement with a slight pause before lowering. • Repeat for 4 sets of 15. Front […]
THE IMPORTANCE OF GOALS By: Mike Dolce Just the word GOAL invokes a destination. Whether it be an end zone, a mountain top or a smaller dress size, we all know what a goal should be. The problem I come across more often than not is that people have loose goals. They kid themselves […]
7 Ways to Fall Asleep AND Stay Asleep! By Nicole Kiley, MSc, RD 1. Limit Caffeine and Alcohol. While some people metabolize caffeine quickly, others have a slower, more sustained response. To avoid interfering with sleep, avoid caffeine 5 to 6 hours before bedtime. Although alcohol may help one to relax and fall asleep, it […]
5 Healthy Spices & Why You Should Use Them Now By Amber Lowry It’s safe to say that spices make meals more exciting. But did you know they can also have health benefits? Modern science is waking up to the fact that our favorite spices and herbs are vital for more than just our tastes […]
Workout Motivation! by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD You won’t regret this workout, I promise. You will regret the workout you didn’t do. You’ll feel more refreshed than after a triple shot of espresso. Your workout doesn’t have to be long, just effective. A good sweat will do wonders for your state-of-mind. You can watch […]
4 Simple Stir-Fry Recipes 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 sun-dried tomatoes (drained of most […]
