DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 6 Habits Preventing You from Gaining Muscle by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD 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! […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: Mentally Recharge for 2016 by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Although anytime is a great time to start a healthy habit, New Year’s makes it even easier. And “healthy” is an all-inclusive term. Health and wellness is a combination of mental/emotional, physical and spiritual well-being. So instead of speaking to the physical […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: 4 Best Moves for Sculpted Shoulders by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD 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 […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: New Year’s Eve Drinks – Mocktails by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Don’t blow all the hard work you’ve done in 2015 ringing in the new year! You can still have a great time and remain in the spirit of the holidays with these healthy drink alternatives! Here are some of our Mocktail […]
The Mike Dolce Show – A Fitness Podcast Mike Dolce, along with head Dolce Dietitian Samantha Coogan and ‘The Bob’, answers your questions. Mike Dolce is a 2X World MMA Awards Trainer of the Year, 2014 NJ Martial Arts Hall of Fame Inductee and 2014 Men’s Fitness Top 30 Game Changer for fitness. As the […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 3 AB-solutely Simple Core Exercises by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD With the flow of the holiday season, our midsections may have taken a toll. Now, of course to shed fat around the midsection, you’ll need to do more fat-burning types of movements along with a touch of cardio. Remember, that when we […]
The Mike Dolce Show – A Fitness Podcast UFC veteran Mike “Quicksand” Pyle joins Mike Dolce in studio to discuss how he’s growing a successful business outside of the UFC. Mike Dolce is a 2X World MMA Awards Trainer of the Year, 2014 NJ Martial Arts Hall of Fame Inductee and 2014 Men’s Fitness Top […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: 3 Best Total Body Kettlebell Moves by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Kettlebells are becoming very popular, especially with the rise of CrossFit. Kettlebells are a great way to combine cardio and strength training, but be sure to get proper instruction from a trained professional before attempting these moves. There is some […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: Exercises to Reduce Upper Back Pain by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD If you have a sedentary type of job you may experience some back pain or discomfort from sitting for a majority of the day, even if you make it to the gym religiously. Most of these exercises can be performed […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: 5 Best Dumbbell Exercises by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Overhead Press • Stand with feet wide, holding dumbbells with arms in a goal post position • Brace abs into spine and extend arms straight overhead. • Slowly lower elbows to return to start. • Repeat for 20 reps. Bent Over Row […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: Weird Health & Fitness Facts You Didn’t Know 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 […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 6 Reasons to Eat Grass-Fed Butter by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Skip the highly processed margarines and butter substitutes and go right for the real thing. There are many benefits to butter that people simply don’t realize! ONE The CLA (conjugated linoleic acid) found in butter helps boost our metabolism. TWO The […]
Slow Cooker Appetizers by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD 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 […]
HAPPY MOTHER’S DAY! Mother’s Day is the day to salute Mom, or that motherly figure in your life. It is a day to show gratitude for the love, care and support they give each and every day. This all-inclusive, Dolce-Approved Mother’s Day Menu is the perfect way to show Mom your appreciation! APPETIZER Cherry Tomato […]
Tired? How to Beat The Mid-Day Slump & Boost Your Energy by Samantha Wilkinson, MS, RDN, LD Physical activity is a large part of increasing longevity. However, sometimes our jobs don’t allow much movement. You’ve probably heard that staying sedentary will increase your risk heart disease, obesity, and diabetes, which would lead to an increased […]
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 […]
by Todd H. As of March 2013 it has been 2 solid years since I changed my lifestyle and started living lean. I started at (conservatively) 215 lbs. After my first round of Three Weeks to Shredded, commonly known in social media as (3W2S), I dropped 28 lbs and have not looked back. I am at, […]
MIKE DOLCE: 3 STEPS TO REACHING YOUR 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 often come across is that people have loose goals. They kid themselves […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 7 Ways to Help You Get to Sleep Faster by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD We all know that sleep is crucial for overall wellness, and is a key component in building muscle and increasing performance. Rest is part of the program! So here are some tips to help you get a better […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: Why You Shouldn’t Skip Leg Day…Ever! by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Guys and girls alike. Do not neglect the foundation of your body! You use your legs every day to do MANY things, so why wouldn’t you want to build them up nice and strong? Be sure to incorporate these exercises to […]
