DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: Post-Workout Mistakes That Keep the Pounds On by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Waiting Too Long to Eat Your body has just been through purposeful stress and is in need of recovery and repair. The more you work out, the more muscle you build, which increases your metabolism. Therefore, you need food […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: Ankle Building Exercises by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Here are some moves that can help strengthen your ankles, prevent injury and allow for better stabilization in your other movements. 1. Walk on the Balls of Your Feet • Helps improve the arch of your foot and strengthens calf muscles. • Start […]
The Mike Dolce Show – A Fitness Podcast Mike Dolce and The Bob explore the concept of Mindfulness. 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 Diet […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: 3 Vegan Crockpot Recipes by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Korean Stir-Fry Ingredients • 2 cups canned chickpeas (added right at the end) • 4 red potatoes • 7 carrots • 1 sweet onion • cooked quinoa (cooked about an hour before serving) Sauce*: • 1 tsp. crushed red pepper • 2 […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: Key Nutrients for Optimal Blood Pressure by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Sodium • Clearly, sodium plays one of the most vital roles in blood pressure regulation, so it’s crucial to monitor your intake and limit it when possible • Sodium is extremely important for nerve impulse transmissions, so we can’t completely […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: 3-Ingredient Desserts by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD What’s better than dessert? Dessert that’s quick and easy to make! Here are some delicious, 3-ingredient desserts sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. Chocolate Brownies Ingredients • 3 medium bananas • ½ cup smooth almond butter • 2 tbsp. to ¼ cup cacao powder […]
The Mike Dolce Show – A Fitness Podcast Innovator Adam Ross, owner of Exemplar Design, joins Mike Dolce in studio. 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 DIET LIFESTYLE: 5 Ways to Improve Sleep by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Having trouble sleeping often has to do with our daily habits. Here is a list of things to do during the day to help improve your sleep cycle. 1) Sleep in a Dark Room Light doesn’t allow us to fall into […]
How To Target Different Muscle Groups on The Leg Press by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD We already know the many benefits of working legs. Now, you can really mix up your routine by changing the foot positioning on both the squat and leg press machine. You’ll target different muscle groups and work them in […]
The Mike Dolce Show – A Fitness Podcast Joining Mike in the studio today is Rudy Inaba, the Director of Nutrition and Exercise at Cenegenics Medical Institute. 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 […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: Foods That Make Calories Count by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD One of the principles of The Dolce Diet is “Don’t Count Calories, Make Calories Count!” Zero-calorie foods are one way to do just that! A “zero-calorie food” is a food that your body expends more energy to digest than the total amount […]
by Aaron Fried Dolce Diet Staff Writer Tea has been used for health and healing since ancient times. Now, knowledge of the benefits of those little leaves has spread across the world. There are over 3,000 types of teas, all of which have their own unique appeal. Here are 5 of the most common, along with their […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: Food Substitutions Based on Preference or Allergy by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD These foods carry similar nutrient profiles and can easily be substituted into your diet due to personal preference and/or the presence of an allergy or intolerance. You’ll still get essential vitamins, minerals and other nutrients. Don’t be afraid to […]
Best Biceps Exercises Working biceps is what most gym-goers love to do, so why not maximize those results? The following biceps movements are a departure from the usual gym routine (with the exception of the first one – which is always a good one to incorporate). Barbell Curl • Keep your hands just outside your […]
Renowned Strength Coach & BJJ Black Belt Adrian Ramirez 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, […]
Me vs. the Supermarket by Sara Mae, guest blogger It’s intimidating. We feel it every time we need to restock our family’s pantry. Walking into the grocery store, list in hand, feeling the need to rise above the thumb of the big food companies that are pressing down on every aisle we need to be […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: How to Manage Sweat Loss & Hydration By Sydney Spoon, B.S. Nutrition and Dietetics, Dolce Diet Intern Sweat rate during exercise is individual and influenced by age, genetics, gender, environment, exercise intensity, fitness, and acclimation. The process of evaporation of sweat during exercise cools the body. When an individual is dehydrated, it inhibits […]
by Shantanee, MYDolceDiet.com Member Figured I’d give this a go…. Oftentimes, I find myself wondering why I’ve failed so many times at this weight loss business. The end-all, be-all to my miserable existence. Dramatic? Possibly, but its been a life-long problem. It didn’t surface a few years ago, or even a few months ago, it’s […]
@grace_oconnor tweets: “From chubby mummy of two to ring girl and model @TheDolceDiet #livinglean #hardwork” Thank you Grace for sharing your amazing Dolce Diet results with everyone!
Welcome Nicole Kiley! LAS VEGAS, NV – The Dolce Diet is thrilled to announce the addition of Registered Dietitian Nicole Kiley, MSc, RD. Nicole first became interested in dietetics after learning how nutrition impacts athletic performance. Having experienced the effects of misinformation first-hand, Nicole made it her mission to debunk nutrition myths and serve as […]
