Have you ever heard of the “Crabs in the Pot” syndrome? It’s this idea that if you put a bunch of crabs in a pot and one tries to climb out, the others will pull it back down. They don’t want to see that crab escape—they want to keep it trapped with the rest of […]

Hey guys, Mike Dolce here and welcome to The Dolce Diet, where today we’re tackling the best strategies to shed body fat. I’m breaking down the top three methods with their pros and cons, helping you choose the ideal way to maximize your fat loss. So, take a look in the mirror—are you as lean […]

DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: Powerful 15-Minute Exercise Routines It can be difficult to fit in that workout with all the running around we’re doing to get ready for the holidays! However, we can still trim our trees AND our waistlines with these quick, do-anywhere 15-minute exercise routines! Body Weight Booster • 15 push-ups • 20 sit-ups […]

DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: High Protein Smoothie Recipes Get more out of your smoothies with these nutrient-dense versions. Don’t be deceived by how good they taste, they’re packed with nutrition! by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Coffee Banana Smoothie Ingredients • 1 cup chilled brewed coffee • 1½ bananas, cut into chunks • 1 cup nonfat, […]

DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: How To Prepare Meals For The Week by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Sticking to a meal plan is much, much easier when everything is prepared ahead of time. When you’ve come home from a long day of work and training, the last thing you want to do is spend the rest […]

The recent events at the Paris Olympics have highlighted a crucial aspect of athletic success: proper weight management. Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat’s heartbreaking disqualification from the women’s 50kg wrestling tournament serves as a stark reminder of the importance of maintaining a healthy weight. The Story: Vinesh Phogat was on the brink of making history. She […]

DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: Protein Powder’s Little Secrets by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD There are so many protein powders out there that it can become a little confusing as to which one is best. Here we reveal what’s behind each type. Keep this in mind: It really all depends on your goals and lifestyle choices. […]

No-nonsense fitness coach 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. Mike Dolce is known the world over for managing the incredible weight cuts of top UFC athletes. He is the founder of […]

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 […]

DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: 3 Vegan Crockpot Recipes by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Korean Stir-Fry Ingredients • 2 cups canned chickpeas (added right at the end) • 4 red potatoes • 7 carrots • 1 sweet onion • cooked quinoa (cooked about an hour before serving) Sauce*: • 1 tsp. crushed red pepper • 2 […]