Dolce Diet Summer-Ready Slow Cooker Recipes by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Slow Cooker Salmon Ingredients • 1-2 lbs. salmon fillets, skin left on • Salt • Pepper • Spices of choice (optional) • Sliced lemon (optional) • Sliced onions and/or celery (optional) • 1-1 ½ cups water Directions 1. Cut the salmon into pieces. […]
How to Increase Your Deadlift by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Focus on Form! There’s no way you’ll ever improve your deadlift without proper technique, like any movement out there. Set up with your feet just about shoulder-width apart. The bar should be touching your shin. Hands should be a thumb’s length away from the […]
The Mike Dolce Show – A Fitness Podcast World’s strongest bodybuilder Stan Efferding & world record setting powerlifter Chris Duffin join Mike in studio to talk training and more! Mike Dolce is a 3X World MMA Awards Trainer of the Year, NJ Martial Arts Hall of Fame Inductee and was named a Men’s Fitness Top […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: Exercise Now for Stronger Muscles in Your Golden Years by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD A recent NY Times article postulated that more exercise now will improve your muscle activity later on life, promoting longevity. At the cellular level, some studies have shown that athletes who were active at a younger age […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: 4-Ingredient Sweet Treats by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Protein Brownies Ingredients • 3 overripe bananas • ½ cup almond butter • 2tbsp. to ¼ cup cacao powder • 1-2 scoop The Dolce Whey protein isolate Directions • Preheat oven to 350 degrees. • Grease small cake pan with coconut oil. • […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: 3 Alternatives to Traditional Cardio by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Traditional cardio activities, such as, running, rowing, and the elliptical machine can become redundant, and let’s be honest, boring if that’s all you do for your cardio. So mix it up! Try out these alternatives, which will get in your high […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: 3 Best Moves to Fight Off Cellulite by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Plié/Sumo Squat • Stand with your legs out a little wider and point each toe to the opposite walls. • Keep the same posture and technique as a regular squat, but, when you push back up to standing position, […]
Which Nuts Are Nutritionally Best? There are several varieties of nuts out there, and I get asked pretty often which is best. Each variety has different nutritional content to them. This will help determine which variety is best for you. But don’t be afraid to mix it up either! (Note: technically, a peanut is not […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: Bodyweight Butt Blasters by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD There are lots of exercises that target the glutes, but many of them often involve equipment. So what if you’re traveling, trying to squeeze in a workout while the baby’s asleep, can’t squat due to a nagging knee injury, or simply don’t have […]
The Mike Dolce Show – A Fitness Podcast Mike answers your questions in this call-in show special. Mike Dolce is a 3X 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 & […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 5 Ways to Get Rid of Loose Skin (After Weight Loss or Pregnancy) by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD 1. Slow & Steady Wins the Race It took you time to put the weight on (and stretch the skin along with it), so it’s going to take time to take it off. The […]
by Tope Pedro So what’s the hype about probiotics? Probiotics are often called “good” or “helpful” bacteria because they help move food through your gut and help keep it healthy. Research is finding that a healthy gut may reduce inflammation and help with weight management, a risk factor for many diseases. Probiotics are naturally found […]
Cooking Without Alcohol: Substitutions For Red & White Wine by Samantha Coogan-Wilkinson, MS, RDN, LD Many recipes call for alcohol like red or white wine. The idea is that the alcohol will reduce, allowing the remaining aroma and flavor to remain. Notice that the key word in the last sentence is “REDUCE” – not eliminate. […]
by Brandon Guyer [dropcap style=”dropcap2″ color=”black”]T[/dropcap] he hectic lifestyles that many of us live make it nearly impossible to eat the way we would like to. It would be great to be able to eat a balanced and nutritious “diet” ALL THE TIME, but that just isn’t reality. Life throws us curveballs and we have […]
Dolce Diet Lifestyle: Increase Your Biceps by 1 Inch in 5 Weeks by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Increase Your Protein One to 2 grams per pound of bodyweight is what’s usually recommended in order to put on size. Make sure those sources are coming from leaner cuts of meat so that you don’t put […]
Dolce Diet Lifestyle: 12 Ways to Stay Dedicated to Your Fitness Goals (When You’re Just Starting Out) by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD 1. Do it in short bursts Choose a shorter, more intense workout over a longer one where you don’t push yourself quite as hard. 2. Get it out of the way early […]
3 Science-Based Reasons to Love Coffee By Amber Lowry In recent years, the mainstream media has had a love-hate relationship with coffee. One day it’ll end up killing you, then before you know it, every news article and anchor is singing its praises. So, what should you believe? Thanks to the latest scientific research, your […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 5 Alternatives to White Pasta by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD1. Spaghetti Squash Just slice in half and bake to get the stringy, fibrous membrane out of the center with a fork. This squash also absorbs sauce very well, and is packed with vitamins A and C. 2. Spiraled Veggies You significantly reduce […]
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, […]
3 High Protein Soup Recipes Nicole Kiley, MSc, RD Sweet & Sour Turkey Cabbage Soup Serves 6 Ingredients 1 Tbsp. avocado oil 1 lb. lean ground turkey 1 ½ tsp. caraway seeds 1 tsp. thyme 1 red bell pepper, chopped 1 white onion, chopped 1 medium sweet-tart apple, diced 6 cups reduced-sodium beef broth 1 […]
