DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 4 Ways to Fight off Anxiety by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Meditate There are many different levels of meditation. You can sit alone quietly for a few minutes or a few hours. You can also actively work on being aware of your thoughts without changing them (keep it positive). Envision yourself in […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: How to Measure Success Beyond The Scale by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Often times, people get discouraged by what the scale says. Sometimes it goes up, or down, or stays the same. The scale is not necessarily the best measure of success. If you are losing body fat and gaining muscle, you […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 6 Rules For Gym Virgins by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD New to the gym scene? Follow these courtesies in order to earn respect in the gym not only from others, but for yourself. 1. Don’t Text on a Machine Instead of Actually Using the Machine The leg press machine is not for […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 5 Habits to Help Improve Your Life by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD The Dolce Diet is not simply a platform for healthy eating and exercise. We strive for overall wellness, and that includes mental and emotional states. Changing little things throughout your day and creating healthy habits can make a huge impact […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: Why You Shouldn’t Skip Leg Day…Ever! by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Guys and girls alike. Do not neglect the foundation of your body! You use your legs every day to do MANY things, so why wouldn’t you want to build them up nice and strong? Be sure to incorporate these exercises to […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 6 Exercises That Burn More Calories than Running by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD 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 […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: Quick Tips on How to Build Muscle by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Building muscle is no easy feat. There are many factors that play a role, including patience. It takes time to build lean, functional muscle. It could take up to a year to put on ten to twenty pounds of lean […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: Best Movements to Target Different Muscle Groups by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Love targeted muscle workouts? Here are some exercises to add to your gym routine. Deltoids • Military Press • Dumbbell Front Rise Chest • Bench Press • Dumbbell Flys • Dips Biceps • Chin-Ups • Barbell and Dumbbell Curls Forearms […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: Do It Yourself Homemade Coffee Creamer (The Healthy Version) by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Choose a Milk – Coconut Milk – Almond Milk Choose a Sweetener – Stevia – Raw, Organic Honey – Organic Maple Syrup Choose a Flavor – Vanilla Extract – Cinnamon – Nutmeg – Pumpkin Spice – Dark Cacao […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: Do You Know How These 6 Foods Grow? 1. Asparagus grows out of the ground. 2. Pineapples also grow from the ground. 3. Artichokes are actually the hard outer petals of a pretty purple flower. 4. Black pepper comes from the fruit of a flowering vine. 5. Peanuts grow off the roots of […]
NAME: Christopher Thompson AGE: 41 DOLCE DIET BOOKS: 3 Weeks to Shredded & Living Lean My goal was to improve my overall diet and obtain the lean look I had before breaking my hand in a kickboxing match at 145 lbs. I got instant results in 3 days which made me want to complete the three weeks. I […]
Back Blaster by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD 1. Close-Grip Chin-Ups/Pull-Ups • A chin-up grip makes this movement a little bit easier, but you’ll get even more out of your back, especially your scapula, with a regular pull-up grip. • A narrow grip increases the range of motion and allows for more muscle activation, but […]
Broccoli & Kale Based on recent studies, the cells of these veggies can actually get rid of air pollutants. So what does that mean for our bodies? Well, in a clinical trial of over 300 Chinese subjects, who consumed beverages and products with these cruciferous vegetables in them, urine outputs of 2 chemical pollutants, benzene […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: Why We Love Almond Milk by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Almond milk is a great alternative in your diet, especially if you are lactose intolerant,vegan, or if you want to avoid unwanted hormones and antibiotics typically found in cow’s milk, though it should be noted that not every cow’s milk brand uses […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 6 Reasons Why Women Should Lift by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD 1. More Effective Fat Loss You utilize more oxygen during strength training, and when your body uses more oxygen, it increases your metabolic rate and burns more calories. You won’t get the same results with running or yoga alone. The intensity […]
3 Reasons To Eat More Often by Nicole Kiley, MSc, RD Here at The Dolce Diet we promote eating every 2-4 hours, until you are satisfied not until you’re full. Here’s why: 1) Increased Metabolism It requires energy (calories) for the body to convert food to fuel. This process is known as the thermic effect […]
Post-Workout Eats By Mary Spiegelberg and Nicole Kiley, MSc, RD You got out of bed, hit the gym and now the world and day are yours for the taking! Well, that is right after you do a few of the essentials. Most of them are pretty straight forward…get home, shower off the sweat, throw some […]
The Mike Dolce Show – A Fitness Podcast Mike talks to legendary champion bodybuilder, Chris Cormier. 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 […]
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 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 […]
