DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 10 Benefits of Running by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD We love strength training here at The Dolce Diet and will always recommend you incorporating it into your workout routines. Who doesn’t love squatting heavy? However, your cardiorespiratory endurance is also very important. Keep in mind, don’t overdo the cardio as it could […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 10 Coffee Facts You Never Knew Staff Report 1) Black coffee with nothing added to it has zero calories. 2) Decaffeinated coffee still retains 1-2% of its original caffeine. 3) According to legend, an Ethiopian goatherder named Kaldi discovered coffee (some say around 800 BC) when he noticed his goats became more energetic […]
The Mike Dolce Show – A Fitness Podcast Considered to have one of the greatest physiques in history, four-time Arnold Classic winner Flex Wheeler & powerlifting world record holder Stan “The Rhino” Efferding join Mike in studio for a powerfully candid discussion on the highs and lows of a life focused on strength, bodybuilding and […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 7 Benefits of Organic Apple Cider Vinegar by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD There are many benefits of apple cider vinegar. It can bring relief from several common maladies. Made from fermented apple juice, be sure to look for a brand of apple cider vinegar that states “With the Mother,” which grows on […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 7 Habits of Healthy People by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD 1. Never Skip a Workout • The days you don’t want to go are the days you need it the most! 2. Eat REAL, WHOLE food • Processed foods do nothing to fortify us with the nutrients we need. Why bog ourselves […]
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 […]
Labor Day Menu 2015 by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD APPETIZER Summer Stacks Serves 6-8 Ingredients • 2 cups raw almonds, soaked in water for 2 hours • 1¼ cup water • ¼ cup olive oil • 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice • 2 cloves garlic • 1 tsp. liquid smoke • ¾ tsp. onion […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 5 Moves to Build a Huge Chest by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Want to pump up those pecs? These 5 exercises will help you build up chest muscles. 1. Dumbbell Pullover • Set up by lying on a flat bench with your feet on the floor and your head flat • Grab […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 5 Foods for Your Gut Health by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD 1. Greek Yogurt • Acts as a probiotic 2. Kimchi • A lot of fermented veggies improve intestinal flora and help boost the immune system 3. Artichokes • Act as prebiotics 4. Dark Chocolate • Some gut bacteria feeds on the […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 3 Moves to Bigger Calves by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Wondering how to get big calves? Here are three exercises that will build calf muscles. 1. Standing Barbell Calf Raise • Start with the barbell on your back as you would for a back squat. Load the bar according to YOUR ability […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: Ab Exercises to Avoid During Pregnancy by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Two out of three pregnant women tend to experience a condition known as Diastasis Recti, which is when the abdominal muscles separate (often seen as that post-baby pooch), but can also be corrected through exercise. It can happen to anyone, […]
Ronda Rousey Weighs in at 134 lbs. for UFC 193 via The Dolce Diet Photo: Dave Mandel November 13, 2015 MELBOURNE – Ronda Rousey defends her title against Holly Holm at UFC 193 on Saturday. But first Rousey weighed in at 134 lbs. through Mike Dolce’s weight management system The Dolce Diet. As Rousey’s nutrition […]
4 Reasons to Give Sugar The Boot by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD It seems that nowadays everything we consume has added sugar. We don’t realize how addicted to sugar we truly are. It is often the culprit for unwanted pounds, lack of energy (although we associate sugar with high energy/hyperactivity), and stomach issues. If […]
By Mary Spiegelberg We are all destined to get into a funk every now and then. Whether it’s just for a day or it lasts a couple weeks, feeling “off” is never fun. Quality of life is EVERYTHING, so here are four tips to help you fight the funk. 1. Wakeup grateful Before you get […]
The Mike Dolce Show – A Fitness Podcast Author Shawn Stevenson joins Mike in studio to tell us all how to increase energy, weight loss, productivity and more with his new book “Sleep Smarter: 21 Proven Tips to Sleep Your Way to a Better Body, Better Health and Bigger Success.” Mike Dolce is a 3X […]
5 Ways to Lessen Back Pain Today 1. Adjust your office ergonomics Video games and television aren’t the only things that have us stuck to screens. Many people spend long days working at desks, hunched over computers. If you don’t practice proper ergonomics at work, your back, neck and shoulders may suffer. To improve your […]
The Mike Dolce Show – A Fitness Podcast Mike Dolce talks protein and other topics. 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 founder of The Dolce Diet & creator of […]
It’s always important to make sure we are adequately hydrated. Look out for these signs and symptoms of dehydration. 1. Bad Breath When you’re dehydrated, you don’t produce enough saliva, which causes bacterial growth. This in turn leads to bad breath. Saliva is naturally antibacterial (no, you can’t clean a wound with it), but it […]
Broccoli & Kale Based on recent studies, the cells of these veggies can actually get rid of air pollutants. So what does that mean for our bodies? Well, in a clinical trial of over 300 Chinese subjects, who consumed beverages and products with these cruciferous vegetables in them, urine outputs of 2 chemical pollutants, benzene […]
6 Ways to Reduce Your Grocery Bill by Nicole Kiley, MSc, RD 1. Use Your Freezer • Don’t let leftovers spoil! Save money and time by freezing extra portions for the following week. • Explore frozen produce. Don’t miss out on delicious fruit like berries and mango because they can be more expensive when fresh. […]
