DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 10 Micronutrients Every Athlete Needs by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD 1. Calcium This nutrient is essential for proper bone growth/development/maintenance. Be sure to consume enough vitamin D with calcium, which enhances the absorption of calcium. Sources: Greek yogurt, spinach, kale, cheese, broccoli 2. Vitamin D This vitamin is very important for the […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 10 Easy Ways to Reduce Stress Quickly by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD 1. Go for a walk. Take a buddy, pet, or use it as time to sit with your own thoughts. 2. Breathe! Take some time each day to do some breathing exercises and/or meditate. Life isn’t that serious! 3. Laugh! […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 8 Tips for Eating Healthy While Traveling 1. At the Airport, Look for Real, Whole Food There is usually fruit and raw nuts/seeds available at the quick-stop shops, and some restaurants have grilled chicken breast that you can order and take on the plane with you. 2. Keep Drinking Water It’s easy to […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 5 Workplace Habits to Avoid 1. Eating Lunch at Your Desk Alone Social interaction is a huge part of our eating patterns. If we sit alone, we may mindlessly eat, thus overeating. If we make it a point to have lunch with our co-workers, or even propose a working lunch if your deadline […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 10 Signs You’re Not Eating Enough 1. Constant stressed/fatigued feeling 2. You don’t experience hunger cues due to a decreased appetite 3. Poor circulation in your hands and feet that makes them feel cold 4. Body temperature below 98 degrees F during the day, even when it’s hot out 5. Polyuria (frequent urination) […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 5 Things to Stop Putting in Coffee 1) Artificial Sweeteners • More and more studies are linking artificial sweeteners to impaired glucose metabolism, even though they don’t spike blood sugars upon intake because the body becomes more tolerant to the sweetness levels and increases cravings • Can also destroy gut bacteria (the good […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: Top 3 Calf Exercises Most of you know that the calves are one of the hardest muscle groups to build up. And you don’t want to be that guy at the gym with a Thor upper body and Jack Skellington lower body. In order to do so, you need to train them at […]
The Mike Dolce Show – A Fitness Podcast Mike is joined by Din Thomas live from Goiana, Brazil, for UFC Fight Night Condit Vs. Alves. 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. […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 7 Fat Fighting Foods by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD These 7 popular foods can help fight fat or reduce bloating, and they’re all part of the 3 Weeks to Shredded and Living Lean personalized, online programs! 1. Greek Yogurt This type of yogurt naturally has more protein than the regular variety. It’s […]
The Mike Dolce Show – A Fitness Podcast In this episode, Mike talks about how to live your goal. 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 […]
FOUR WAYS TO FALL BACK IN LOVE WITH FALL by Mary Spiegelberg, Dolce Diet Intern Summer is coming to an end and there seems to be a clear divide. On one hand, we have those who cannot wait to drown away in their pumpkin flavored caffeinated beverages, bundle up with the full embrace of sweater […]
These bodyweight movements target specific muscle groups without the use of equipment. 1) Quads • Lunges (walking, in-place, jumping) • High knees • Burpees 2) Glutes • Air squats • Donkey kicks • Glute bridge • Jumping knee tucks 3) Triceps • Close-grip push-ups (hands under armpits, elbows pointed back) • Dips (use a chair, […]
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 […]
Nutrition and fitness guru Mike Dolce joins Joe Rogan today at 7pm EST/4pm PST on the Joe Rogan Experience. Watch live via ustream.tv/joerogan
5 Signs You’re Dehydrated With Punxsutawney Phil declaring an early Spring, it’s important to make sure we are adequately hydrated now as our fluid needs will only increase as the weather gets warmer. Look out for these signs and symptoms of dehydration. 1. Bad Breath When you’re dehydrated, you don’t produce enough saliva, which causes […]
1. Indoor Rowing This movement engages more muscle groups (arms, legs and back), therefore, on average, you burn about 12.5 calories per minute (size and power output of the athlete will affect your calorie burn). A Concept 2 Rower is one of the most trusted brands to use. 2. Kettlebell Swings This movement engages the […]
Three easy ways to live a little greener by Mary Spiegelberg 1: There have been major strides in reducing plastic grocery bags but a major not-so-green part of the shopping experience is still being ignored: the produce and bulk sections. Reduce your waste by buying mesh bags, they are lightweight and perfectly mimic their plastic […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: Road Trip Munchies by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD 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 […]
3 Yummy Homemade Granola Bar Recipes Classic Apple Cinnamon Makes 12 bars The Goods: 2 cups pecans 2 cups rolled oats 1 ½ cups pitted and halved dates 2 tsp. cinnamon 2 granny smith apples, chopped Instructions: • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread pecans and […]
5 Ways to Switch Up Your Cardio Routine By Ridge Kiley, CSCS, Dolce Diet Head Strength Coach Are you tired of running on the same treadmill, using the same elliptical, or spinning on the same exercise bike? Maybe it’s time to switch up your workout routine! Working out doesn’t always have to feel like a […]
