Looking for a new tasty snack option? Try making energy bites! Energy bites (balls) are a great snack option because they are nutritionally balanced, versatile, and easy to prepare. True to their name, energy bites can be energy (calorie) dense. For this reason, they serve as a nourishing snack option during a long hike, after […]
5 Ways to Get Rid of Loose Skin (After Weight Loss or Pregnancy) 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 quicker you lose weight, the more loose skin […]
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 clean clothes […]
The following foods are rich in fiber, which can help feel fuller for longer. How? It acts as a bulking agent and slows down digestion. Some of these foods also contain protein and healthy fats, which both contribute to a more satisfactory feeling. And some of the herbs and spices act as natural appetite suppressants. […]
4 Breakfast Recipes to Have For Dinner Am I the only one who craves breakfast for dinner from time to time? Did you know many breakfast foods can also serve as post-workout meals? Following a hard workout, your body is craving carbohydrate and protein. Depending on the intensity and duration of exercise, your body will […]
Depending upon your size and activity level, your protein needs can range from 15-30 grams of protein at meals and snacks. Those who require increased calories, may consume even larger amounts of protein at their main meals. Build your protein-packed meals from the foods listed below. Take note that there may be sources of protein […]
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 […]
Slow Cooker Hawaiian Chicken Ingredients – 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces – 1 fresh pineapple, stalk, skin, and core removed and fruit cut into bite-sized pieces – 2 tablespoons honey – 2 tablespoons Bragg’s Liquid Aminos Materials – 1 gallon-sized plastic freezer bag – 1 All-purpose sticky label (Get here) […]
No-nonsense fitness coach 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. Mike Dolce is known the world over for managing the incredible weight cuts of top UFC athletes. He is the founder of […]
No-nonsense fitness coach 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. Mike Dolce is known the world over for managing the incredible weight cuts of top UFC athletes. He is the founder of […]
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 […]
Kitchen Audit 101 By Meg Pulkrabek, MS, RD, LRD Whatever is in your kitchen is what is fueling your body right now. The food in your home is a direct reflection of what is building your bones. If you were able to take a snapshot of the overall contents in your kitchen, it would likely […]
4 Breakfast Recipes to Have For Dinner Am I the only one who craves breakfast for dinner from time to time? Did you know many breakfast foods can also serve as post-workout meals? Following a hard workout, your body is craving carbohydrate and protein. Depending on the intensity and duration of exercise, your body will […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: Dolce Diet Slow-Cooker Recipes by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Are you crunched for time? Having a guest over last minute and want a nice, home-cooked meal? Or maybe you don’t like the idea of simply reheating food all week. Well, here are some of our favorite Dolce Diet recipes modified for the […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: Bye-Bye Bra Fat! At-Home Back and Chest Exercises by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD *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 […]
5 Dinners in 30 Minutes or Less by Nicole Kiley, MSc, RD Sometimes (most of the time) we have a limited window of opportunity to make dinner. While we would love to prepare and feast on a delicious five-coarse spread, sometimes (most of the time) that just isn’t feasible. No time for Instagram-staged food pics […]
No-nonsense fitness coach 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. Mike Dolce is known the world over for managing the incredible weight cuts of top UFC athletes. He is the founder of […]
No-nonsense fitness coach 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. Mike Dolce is known the world over for managing the incredible weight cuts of top UFC athletes. He is the founder of […]
Shopping on a Budget: Meals for $3 or Less by Mary Spiegelberg and Nicole Kiley, MSc, RD Raise your hand if you agree that life can be expensive! If you’re wanting to eat healthier but your budget is tight, this blog is for you! Our goal this week was to bring you bargain breakfast and […]
The Top 10 Items In My Kitchen by Mike Dolce Click above for more information on the sizes and benefits of the Berkey Water Filter. 1) Water. We use a water purifying system made by Berkey, which sits on on our counter top and can be filled directly from our tap. What I like about […]
