DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: 4 Best Moves for Sculpted Shoulders by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD These movements are great for sculpting Gladiator-like shoulders, and will also help improve your posture. Most of these movements can be done with either a dumbbell or kettlebell, whatever is available to you. If you’ve never used a kettlebell, ask […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: New Year’s Eve Drinks – Mocktails by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Don’t blow all the hard work you’ve done in 2015 ringing in the new year! You can still have a great time and remain in the spirit of the holidays with these healthy drink alternatives! Here are some of our Mocktail […]
The Mike Dolce Show – A Fitness Podcast Mike Dolce, along with head Dolce Dietitian Samantha Coogan and ‘The Bob’, answers your questions. 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 […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 3 AB-solutely Simple Core Exercises by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD With the flow of the holiday season, our midsections may have taken a toll. Now, of course to shed fat around the midsection, you’ll need to do more fat-burning types of movements along with a touch of cardio. Remember, that when we […]
The Mike Dolce Show – A Fitness Podcast UFC veteran Mike “Quicksand” Pyle joins Mike Dolce in studio to discuss how he’s growing a successful business outside of the UFC. 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 […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: 3 Best Total Body Kettlebell Moves by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Kettlebells are becoming very popular, especially with the rise of CrossFit. Kettlebells are a great way to combine cardio and strength training, but be sure to get proper instruction from a trained professional before attempting these moves. There is some […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: Exercises to Reduce Upper Back Pain by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD If you have a sedentary type of job you may experience some back pain or discomfort from sitting for a majority of the day, even if you make it to the gym religiously. Most of these exercises can be performed […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: 5 Best Dumbbell Exercises by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD 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 […]
Sugar: Why it’s so hard to kick your sugar habit excerpt from CNN.com It’s not just “hidden” sugar that’s a problem. A reason why it’s so hard to cut down on sugar is that we simply love to eat it. While it’s not known if sugar is actually addictive, some research shows it fires […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: The Benefits of Raw Cacao by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD We love cacao, not just for the holidays, but as a healthy way to treat yourself (in moderation of course). Cacao, or dark chocolate, is typically raw, fermented and then dried. This process helps to retain as many nutrients as possible. […]
We’re sharing Todd’s blog post describing his experience with one of the largest sandwich chains in the world. Please feel free to express your thoughts and comments. Open-minded dialogue is always welcome! I tried my hardest to convince myself that the horrible gastrointestinal problems I was having was just a coincidence. But as I previously […]
The Truth About Epigenetics By Amber Lowry We’ve all been there: a trip to the doctor ends with a diagnosis and a prescription for something you can’t pronounce. You might even be told that genetics are to blame for your diagnosis and that the rest is out of your control. While it is true that […]
10 Ways to Stay Healthy At Work Health care is a hot topic these days, and the personal health and wellness industry is booming. With health care reform, some companies are in a bind and are seriously looking at ways to promote wellness and preventive health measures for their employees. If you are an employee, […]
by Aaron Fried Dolce Diet Staff Writer Tea has been used for health and healing since ancient times. Now, knowledge of the benefits of those little leaves has spread across the world. There are over 3,000 types of teas, all of which have their own unique appeal. Here are 5 of the most common, along with their […]
4 Tasty Cheese Alternatives By Amber Lowry It’s safe to say that most people love cheese. But many have a difficult time consuming dairy. If you’re one of these people and find yourself struggling to let go of this addictive food, fear not! Below are a handful of dairy-free options that can help ween yourself […]
Buying, Storing, Preparing and Cooking Meat At the Dolce Diet we love meat! However, it is one of the main culprits of foodborne illness. With the holidays upon us, and lots of hosting/dinners to plan, be sure to practice safe food handling so you don’t send your guests to the hospital! Buying • Check to […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: Why We Love ‘Thunder Thighs’ (And You Should, Too!) by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD When most people hear the term “thunder thighs”, they likely think of it negatively. I think thunder thighs are fantastic! Why? What’s more powerful than thunder? The Norse God of Thunder, Thor, is the most powerful & […]
Me vs. the Supermarket by Sara Mae, guest blogger It’s intimidating. We feel it every time we need to restock our family’s pantry. Walking into the grocery store, list in hand, feeling the need to rise above the thumb of the big food companies that are pressing down on every aisle we need to be […]
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 […]
UFC 190: Ronda Rousey Weighs In via The Dolce Diet Rio de Janeiro: Ronda Rousey weighed in at 135 lbs. Friday for her UFC fight against Bethe Correia. Rousey’s nutrition coach Mike Dolce was with the champion as she stepped on the scale. Rousey takes on the undefeated Correia on Saturday night. For information on […]
