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 […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 5 Foods to Ease a Tummy Ache by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD 1. Bananas With potassium to balance your body’s minerals and a simple form of carbohydrates that your body can easily break down, bananas are great to ease stomach pain. And the riper, the better! 2. Ginger and/or Peppermint Tea This […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 10 Habits of Healthy People by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD 1. Support Locally Grown Foods While supporting small, sustainable farms and businesses, you’re also getting a better understanding of where your food is coming from. 2. Get Second Opinions Don’t rely on the diagnosis of one physician. More importantly, when it comes […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: Produce’s Dirty Secret How to Read Produce Labels by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Sometimes the supermarkets don’t explicitly state which of their produce is organic. Here is an easy way to figure it out based on the sticker label that is on produce, if the item isn’t already clearly marked. Starts with […]
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 […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 6 Herbal Teas & Their Benefits by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Not all herbal teas are created equal. The different properties in tea help stimulate different reactions in the body. For example, the high caffeine dosage in green tea won’t be very beneficial when trying to get to sleep. Here is a […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 5 Delicious Alternatives to Mayonnaise by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Mayonnaise is packed with extra fat and calories that can put a big dent in the progress you’ve made. Two tablespoons has 115 calories, multiply that by 5 if you have it on a sandwich every day, and you’ve consumed an extra […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: Recipes in 8 Ingredients or Less by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Creamy (Greek Yogurt) Mac & Cheese Serves 4-6 Ingredients • 8 oz. (about 2 cups) whole wheat or brown rice elbow pasta • 8 oz. (about 2 cups) shredded cheese • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt • 2 cups fresh spinach […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 10 Artery Cleansing Foods by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD 1. Avocados Packed with fiber to help pull fat from the blood, and are naturally sodium and cholesterol-free 2. Flaxseeds Research has found benefits related to the prevention of diabetes, heart disease and breast cancer linked to these guys 3. Wild-caught salmon Filled […]
The Mike Dolce Show – A Fitness Podcast Mike Dolce and Team Rousey coaches Edmond Tarverdyan, Ryron Gracie & Justin Flores talk martial arts and the will to win. 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 […]
3 Mistakes That Are Stalling Your Progress 1) Sticking to Your Favorites There’s nothing wrong with having go-to movements, or simply ones that you enjoy doing. The ones that make you feel good are what keep you coming back. However, try to throw in some things that you don’t particularly like as these tend to […]
Road Trip Munchies Road trips usually mean great times with friends and family while en route to the beach or some other fun destination. But just because you’re on vacation doesn’t mean you have to throw your diet out of the (car) window. Instead, toss the nasty habits out with these great road trip snack […]
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, Mike Dolce is known the world over for his work managing the incredible […]
Tips For Reducing Your Risk for Breast Cancer by Samantha Wilkinson, MS, RDN, LD Since October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we thought it would be the perfect opportunity to provide some tips on reducing your risk for breast cancer. Guys, this includes you too! There are many factors that can cause breast cancer, […]
Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness Prevention and Relief by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS) is the feeling you typically get the morning or two after a workout. Your muscles take some time to feel the intensity of your previous day’s workout. That’s why you can usually do 100 lunges without thinking […]
1) Bent Over Barbell Row • Set up in a snatch grip (wide). • Place the barbell in the crease of your hip, and bend at your waist (back should be as flat as possible) • Start with your arms straight, then row up so that your elbows go towards the ceiling. • Return to […]
5 Weird Foods You’ve Likely Never Heard Of by Dolce Diet Staff Skyr This Icelandic-style cheese is soft and has the consistency of a yogurt. Skyr (skeer) is very creamy and has high levels of calcium. Even in its nonfat version, Skyr still provides more protein than Greek or traditional yogurt. Black garlic Well, this […]
Brandy’s back! And Mike loses his mind. 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, Mike Dolce is known the world […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: Top 10 Busy Mom Power Foods by Dolce Diet Staff Busy moms unite! Whether you’re juggling an infant, chasing after a toddler or both, you need to keep your energy up. One of the best ways to do this is by consuming power packed foods. 1. Greek Yogurt Greek yogurt stands out […]
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 […]
