DOLCE LIFESTYLE: Practice Proper Dental Health for Proper Heart Health by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD We’ve all seen the commercials for plaque-fighting toothpastes. We’ve also heard our dentists harp on us to floss daily in order to prevent plaque build-up on our teeth. So we know that plaque build-up can lead to gum disease […]
Eat Better Food for a Better Mood Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Ever feeling a little off or extra irritable? There are tons of factors that can affect your mood; your job, spouse, kids, friends, family, health and the list goes on. However, there may be a way to at least alleviate some of the […]
DOLCE DIET RESULTS: Mirsad Bektic Weighs In at 145 lbs. For UFC Fight Night Stockholm
The Mike Dolce Show Fitness Podcast In this special episode, you get to be a fly on the wall during dinner at Thiago “Pitbull” Alves’ house where Mike whipped up some Power Pasta and the conversation is flowing freely. Mike Dolce is the 2013 World MMA Awards Trainer of the Year, 2014 NJ Martial Arts […]
High Fructose Corn Syrup Has Changed Its Name In the past, manufacturers have listed high fructose corn syrup (HFCS) as a sweetener in their foods. This left a lot of consumers weary when buying products with this ingredient. However, now manufacturers are simply listing the ingredient as “fructose” on the ingredient list. Fructose is the […]
The Mike Dolce Show – A Fitness Podcast Mike has a candid conversation with top UFC contenders Thiago “Pitbull” Alves and Mirsad Bektic just ahead of their upcoming fights. Mike Dolce is the 2013 World MMA Awards Trainer of the Year, 2014 NJ Martial Arts Hall of Fame Inductee and 2014 Men’s Fitness Top 30 […]
CrossFit: Dolce Diet’s Lindsey Valenzuela Captures 1st at Orange County Throwdown Congratulations to Dolce Diet client Lindsey Valenzuela for capturing the OCT title for the third year in a row! WOW!!!! This weekend was a complete blast, learning experience, refresher, and the most fun I have had competing in a long time!! I went into […]
The Mike Dolce Show – A Fitness Podcast Mike answers your questions and discusses how to break out of a fitness plateau, how to add lean mass to your body, protein-packed meals, when to use supplements, how to train to do a pull-up, alcohol and more! Mike Dolce is the 2013 World MMA Awards Trainer […]
5 Weird Foods You’ve Likely Never Heard Of by Dolce Diet Staff Skyr This Icelandic-style cheese is soft and has the consistency of a yogurt. Skyr (skeer) is very creamy and has high levels of calcium. Even in its nonfat version, Skyr still provides more protein than Greek or traditional yogurt. Black garlic Well, this […]
7 Steps to Success in 2015 by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD 1) Eat Right You can bust your butt in the gym every day for an hour, but what you do in those other 23 hours is what’s really important. You simply can’t out-train a poor diet. And the better you feel overall, the […]
1) THE INCENSE MATCH As you might imagine, cooked broccoli is not the only thing that can give off an unpleasant odor. The Incense Match is hands-down the easiest and most portable way to mask any (and I mean ANY) type of malodorous musk. Strike the match, let it burn until it reaches the oil on […]
3 Moves to Light Up Your Lats by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD 1) Bent Over Barbell Row • Set up in a snatch grip (wide). • Place the barbell in the crease of your hip, and bend at your waist (back should be as flat as possible) • Start with your arms straight, then […]
The Mike Dolce Show fitness podcast answers your wellness questions! In today’s episode, Mike talks to Robb Wolfe, New York Times Best Selling author of The Paleo Solution – The Original Human Diet, and co-owner of NorCal Strength & Conditioning. Together, they answer your questions! Mike Dolce is the 2013 World MMA Awards Trainer of […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: Unique Uses for Coconut Oil by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Coconut oil has become very popular in cooking due to its high smoke point, which prevents foods from being degraded too quickly. However, there are so many unconventional uses for coconut oil (due largely to its healthy fat content), which provides a […]
The term “organic” merely refers to what a food has or hasn’t been exposed to. The term “100% organic” means that the food wasn’t exposed to any herbicides, pesticides or hormones. For example, an organic apple was never treated with pesticides during harvest. Organic milk comes from cows who are not treated with hormones. When […]
Mike and Brandy talk about how to make Easter a healthier holiday for kids. 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 […]
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 LIFESTYLE: How to Maintain a Healthy Shift Work Diet by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Eating healthy is hard on a regular, daytime schedule. So how can we stay on track if we work during the midnight hours while everyone else is asleep? Here are some tips for all of you shift-workers trying to […]
The Mike Dolce Show – A Fitness Podcast Coach Duane “Bang” Ludwig and UFC Fighter Mirsad Bektic join Mike Dolce in studio. Mike Dolce is a 2X 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 […]
5 Signs You’re Dehydrated With Punxsutawney Phil declaring an early Spring, it’s important to make sure we are adequately hydrated now as our fluid needs will only increase as the weather gets warmer. Look out for these signs and symptoms of dehydration. 1. Bad Breath When you’re dehydrated, you don’t produce enough saliva, which causes […]
