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 […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: 5 Signs You’re Dehydrated by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD 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 […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: 3 Mistakes That Are Stalling Your Progress by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD 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 […]
The Mike Dolce Show – A Fitness Podcast Alan Belcher is a 10-year UFC veteran as well as an entrepreneur, owning three separate companies. He shares his keys to success with us. Mike Dolce is a 2X World MMA Awards Trainer of the Year, NJ Martial Arts Hall of Fame Inductee and was named a […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: Chia Pudding Dessert Recipes by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Chia seeds are packed with electrolytes and protein, and serve as a great after-dinner snack. Try out these recipes to satisfy that sweet tooth! Apple Cinnamon Chia Pudding Ingredients • 2 cups almond milk • ½ tsp. vanilla extract • ⅔ cup […]
DOLCE APPROVED: SUPER BOWL SNACKSThese tasty game-day snacks will hit the spot without bogging you down. VEGGIE TRAY WITH DOLCE MINT TZATZIKI DIP Cut up your favorite vegetables and serve them with this classic Greek dipping sauce. INGREDIENTS -2 (8 ounce) containers plain Greek yogurt (Vegan option: Use soy yogurt) -2 cucumbers – diced small […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: Row to Improve Your Running by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD For those that know me, they know I hate cardio and would prefer to lift weights faster. HOWEVER, I have the utmost respect for those who can run/row/cycle for long distances. I really don’t know how you do it, and I […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: Best Biceps Movements by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Working biceps is what most gym-goers love to do, so why not maximize those results? The following biceps movements are a departure from the usual gym routine (with the exception of the first one – which is always a good one to incorporate). […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: Change Up Your Traditional Leg & Butt Routine by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Barbell Pause Squats -After you’ve mastered squatting with load (front and back squats), you can start to incorporate pause squats. Pause squats are a great way to engage the glutes as the primary muscle to stand back up. […]
The Mike Dolce Show – A Fitness Podcast Commentator and Producer Joey Varner joins Mike Dolce for this very funny and insightful episode. 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 […]
6 Ways to Reduce Stress by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD 1) Deep Breathing Focusing on deep, slow breaths with your eyes closed can really help you regain your composure and relax the body. Similar to a deep breath you’d take during physical stress (exercise), you can do the same with mental/emotional stress. 2) Talk […]
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 […]
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 […]
How to Get the Stink Out of Gym Clothes After a hardcore workout, the last thing you want to do is deal with laundry. Unfortunately, leaving your rotten gym clothes in a pile on the bathroom floor for a week will definitely make the situation worse. “Most gym clothes are made of fibers that repel […]
Do-Anywhere Exercises These bodyweight movements target specific muscle groups without the use of equipment. 1) Quads • Lunges (walking, in-place, jumping) • High knees • Burpees 2) Glutes • Air squats • Donkey kicks • Glute bridge • Jumping knee tucks 3) Triceps • Close-grip push-ups (hands under armpits, elbows pointed back) • Dips (use […]
Head Dolce Dietitian Meg Forde joins Mike on this episode. 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 […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: Top 6 Exercise Myths by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Myth #1: Heart Rate Monitors are a good, accurate indicator of your intensity Truth: The chips can falter easily. It is better to use your own body’s cues. If you can still comfortably talk while you’re exercising, then your intensity is fairly […]
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 […]
This is a simple routine to do after long periods of sitting or just to help you become more relaxed. Stretches should be held for 20-30 seconds. Never bounce, jerk or force your body into position. Your movement should always be smooth. Abdomen Stretch This stretch focuses on stretching the muscles in your abdomen. Lie […]
8 Kitchen Essentials for Meal Prep by Meg Pulkrabek MS, RD, LRD Measuring Cups and Spoons Start with the basics. Instead of eye-balling ingredients, measuring utensils will help you to control your current home inventory and be more accurate in your recipes. Sometimes, it even helps to have more than one complete set during prep […]
