Rafael Lovato Jr. joins Mike in studio. Rafael is widely considered to be the greatest American grappler competing today. A lifelong health advocate, he is also undefeated in his mixed martial arts career. Mike Dolce is a 4X World MMA Awards Trainer of the Year, NJ Martial Arts Hall of Fame Inductee and was named […]
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 […]
3 Hearty Casserole Dishes To Make Tonight Casserole dishes are great to bring to gatherings, or throw together for the family in a pinch. Check out these hearty Dolce-Approved recipes! Broccoli & Cheesy Quinoa Casserole Ingredients • 1 ½ cups quinoa, uncooked • 2 crowns of broccoli, cut into small florets • 3 tbsp. grass-fed […]
Best Biceps Exercises Working biceps is what most gym-goers love to do, so why not maximize those results? The following biceps movements are a departure from the usual gym routine (with the exception of the first one – which is always a good one to incorporate). Barbell Curl • Keep your hands just outside your […]
At-Home Back and Chest Exercises *You’ll need some light dumbbells (8-10 lbs.) or something similar to use in each hand Push-Ups • Start by lying on the ground with hands just outside the shoulders. • Trying to keep your body as straight as possible, push yourself up into a plank position, then return to the […]
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 […]
Overhead Press • Stand with feet wide, holding dumbbells with arms in a goal post position • Brace abs into spine and extend arms straight overhead. • Slowly lower elbows to return to start. • Repeat for 20 reps. Bent Over Row • Pick up dumbbells and stand with your feet hip-width apart. • Push […]
Founder of MindJitsu: Championship Mindset Training Systems, Frank Forza, joins Mike in studio. Frank is a world-class Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt and 3-time IBJJF Masters World champion with more than 250 competition wins. He has given a TEDx Talk and worked full-time for the Ultimate Fighting Championship, The Salt Lake Tribune and Las Vegas […]
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 […]
Side Lateral Raises • Hold a dumbbell in each hand at your side. • Activate the lats to raise your arms so that they become parallel with the ground, really focusing on engaging the shoulders at the top of the movement with a slight pause before lowering. • Repeat for 4 sets of 15. Front […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: 3 Easy Slow Cooker Recipes We Love by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD What’s easier, and less stressful, than coming home to a warm, home-cooked meal without having to do any of the work? That’s why I love slow cooker recipes. You can usually prep the night before, or in the morning […]
What Ronda Rousey Really Eats In A Day Undefeated UFC bantamweight champion Ronda Rousey doesn’t just mosey into the Octagon and kick some ass. She trains like crazy — usually twice a day — and follows The Dolce Diet, an approach to eating that incorporates whole, nutrient-rich ingredients thought to maintain muscle mass and promote […]
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, […]
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 […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: Healthy, Crockpot Recipes by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Cozy up with some hearty, cold-weather crockpot recipes, sure to satisfy the family! Chicken, Potatoes & Green Beans Serves 4 Ingredients • 1 ½ – 2 lbs. chicken breasts • ½ lb. fresh green beans, trimmed • 1 ¼ lb. diced red potatoes […]
Wrestling the Scale: A Call for Action in the Sport of Wrestling By Ridge Kiley, CSCS, Former D1 Wrester Wrestlers are the greatest athletes on the planet with the worst diets. To be successful, wrestlers need strength, speed, flexibility, endurance, agility and power, all of which are negatively affected by the caloric restriction and dehydration […]
How to Make Homemade Banana Ice Cream By Mary Spiegelberg Bring a whole new twist to your evening snack with homemade banana ice cream! Bananas pack a powerful nutrition punch with over 400 mg of potassium and 3 grams of fiber each. Top your banana ice cream with a serving of healthy fats and sweet […]
Building muscle should be a fun process. And that includes what you put in your mouth. Try out these fun recipes that will not only satisfy your pallet, but also your recovering body. Remember, the better we recover and fuel, the better the results! Big Boy (or Girl) Scramble • 6 egg whites (ladies reduce […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 5 Stretches for Tight Hips by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD We all hate stretching. It increases our workout time, and honestly, sometimes it just hurts. However, stretching is crucial to help prevent injury and to increase your flexibility/mobility, which is linked to longevity. So if today is your heavy squat day (don’t […]
The Do’s and Don’ts of Being Successful by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD In order to succeed, you need to have the proper mindset and attitude. If you live off of the Don’t list, try shifting your attitude to the Do list. Happiness and success is contagious, as long as you showcase it properly. DO […]
