DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 10 SEXY Reasons to Exercise As if you needed more reasons to exercise…here are 10 that will keep you motivated! 1. Helps to keep you regular – REGULAR IS SEXY! • Improves digestion while easing constipation. In other words, keeps everything moving along! 2. Improves sleeping patterns by helping you relax naturally – […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 3-Ingredient Healthy Sweets Recipes by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Craving something sweet? These healthy recipes will have your sweet tooth satisfied in just 3 ingredients! Quick Pancakes About 2 small servings (double and/or triple for the family) Ingredients • 1 large, ripe banana • 2 whole eggs • Cinnamon (optional) Directions 1. […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 3 Active Rest Day Workout Ideas by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD We all know that rest is part of the program. If you’re very active, it can be tough to force yourself to take it easy. Luckily, a rest day doesn’t have to consist of doing absolutely nothing. In fact, active rest […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: Dolce Diet Slow-Cooker Recipes by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Are you crunched for time? Having a guest over last minute and want a nice, home-cooked meal? Or maybe you don’t like the idea of simply reheating food all week. Well, here are some of our favorite Dolce Diet recipes modified for the […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: Best Foods For Building Muscle Mass by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD When trying to build mass, it’s important to consume the proper foods. Just upping your overall intake or protein intake won’t do the trick. You need quality, whole foods to gain muscle mass, and yes, that includes carbs! PROTEIN • Lean, […]
July 15, 2015 – Manny Gamburyan secured a dominant decision victory over Scott Jorgensen at UFC Fight Night 71 in San Diego. Gamburyan weighed in the day before at 135 lbs. via Mike Dolce’s “Dolce Diet” method. Dolce has worked with Gamburyan since the first time “The Anvil” made the drop to 135 lbs., making […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 10 Ways To Actually Lose Body Fat by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Before just blurting out that you need to lose fat, you need to understand the importance of fat. Everyone needs some fat on their bodies for various functions, such as insulation, regulation of body temperature, proper nervous system function and […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 5 Tips to Get Shredded by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD 1. Use Free Weights Instead of Machines With free weights you get a better range of motion, plus you need to constantly engage your core to stabilize during these movements. Machines tend to do a lot of the work for you. Remember, […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 3 Moves for a Strong Lower Back by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Here are some of the best exercises to strengthen your lower back. 1. Hip Extensions Lie face down on a hyperextension bench or GHD (glute-ham developer) machine. Make sure your upper thighs lie flat across the wide pad, leaving enough […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: Top 10 Fiber Foods by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Fiber is important for optimal digestive health and decreases your risk for developing heart disease. Fiber is an indigestible carbohydrate that really helps clean out the system. In terms of heart health, it binds to cholesterol and removes it as it makes its […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: Memorial Day Celebration Menu Memorial Day is a time of remembrance for those who have died in service of the United States of America. To all the men and women who’ve served or continue to serve in our armed forces, we thank you. APPETIZER Patriotic Berry Salsa • 1 c. fresh blueberries • […]
4 Exercise Habits That Age You Exercise’s antigravity effect on your body provides more than enough incentive to hit the gym. But it only works if you do it correctly — too much of one thing and not enough of another can actually add years to your body. Here are some of the most common […]
Exercise’s antigravity effect on your body provides more than enough incentive to hit the gym. But it only works if you do it correctly — too much of one thing and not enough of another can actually add years to your body. Here are some of the most common exercise habits that age you, and […]
A great booty isn’t just for summer months! Here are some great rear-lifting exercises. Squats, Squats and More Squats! I can’t say it enough! Squats are the perfect exercise to take your derriere from mediocre to magnificent! And the great part is that there are tons of varieties to squats. Air squats are great for […]
3 Tips to Boost Your Confidence Today Although we may not like to admit it, many of us suffer with confidence issues that can prevent us from fully experiencing life. Here are three quick tips to help boost your self confidence: 1) Embrace positive memories It’s easy to only focus on negative associations, so whenever […]
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 […]
3 Steps to Combat Artificial Light Exposure By Amber Lowry Most of our lives are consumed by artificial light. Think about it: if you’re not on your phone responding to texts, you’re on your laptop responding to emails. If you’re not on your tablet binge-watching your latest Netflix obsession, you’re watching the game on TV. […]
By Tope Pedro What is Vitamin D and why is deficiency common? Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin naturally present in a few foods, fortified in others, and available as a dietary supplement. However, the most significant source of vitamin D for most people is sun exposure because it’s produced in our bodies when sunlight […]
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 […]
We know all branches of the military have physical fitness standards you’re required to meet! Let us know how The Dolce Diet has readied you to pass that physical fitness test or how its principles help keep you in shape! Most importantly, thank you for your service!
