DOLCE LIFESTYLE: How to Measure Success Beyond The Scale by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Often times, people get discouraged by what the scale says. Sometimes it goes up, or down, or stays the same. The scale is not necessarily the best measure of success. If you are losing body fat and gaining muscle, you […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 6 Rules For Gym Virgins by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD New to the gym scene? Follow these courtesies in order to earn respect in the gym not only from others, but for yourself. 1. Don’t Text on a Machine Instead of Actually Using the Machine The leg press machine is not for […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 5 Habits to Help Improve Your Life by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD The Dolce Diet is not simply a platform for healthy eating and exercise. We strive for overall wellness, and that includes mental and emotional states. Changing little things throughout your day and creating healthy habits can make a huge impact […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: Why You Shouldn’t Skip Leg Day…Ever! by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Guys and girls alike. Do not neglect the foundation of your body! You use your legs every day to do MANY things, so why wouldn’t you want to build them up nice and strong? Be sure to incorporate these exercises to […]
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 […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: Quick Tips on How to Build Muscle by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Building muscle is no easy feat. There are many factors that play a role, including patience. It takes time to build lean, functional muscle. It could take up to a year to put on ten to twenty pounds of lean […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: Best Movements to Target Different Muscle Groups by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Love targeted muscle workouts? Here are some exercises to add to your gym routine. Deltoids • Military Press • Dumbbell Front Rise Chest • Bench Press • Dumbbell Flys • Dips Biceps • Chin-Ups • Barbell and Dumbbell Curls Forearms […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: Do It Yourself Homemade Coffee Creamer (The Healthy Version) by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Choose a Milk – Coconut Milk – Almond Milk Choose a Sweetener – Stevia – Raw, Organic Honey – Organic Maple Syrup Choose a Flavor – Vanilla Extract – Cinnamon – Nutmeg – Pumpkin Spice – Dark Cacao […]
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 […]
11 Foods You Should be Having After a Workout by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Banana High in potassium to prevent undue muscle cramping, and helps replenish glycogen stores. Blueberries Filled with antioxidants that help fight off free radical damage onset from your workout regimen. Eggs 1 egg has approximately 6 grams of protein, plus […]
3 Mistakes That Are Stalling Your Progress 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 that you don’t particularly like as these tend to […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: Why We Love Almond Milk by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Almond milk is a great alternative in your diet, especially if you are lactose intolerant,vegan, or if you want to avoid unwanted hormones and antibiotics typically found in cow’s milk, though it should be noted that not every cow’s milk brand uses […]
Weird Facts You Never Knew About Your Thanksgiving Dinner Thanksgiving is filled with traditions passed down from generation to generation…And also with oddities. Here are four fun ones we enjoyed reading. 1) Sweet Potatoes Were Henry VIII’s Favorite Aphrodisiac Many foods have been considered aphrodisiacs, but sweet potatoes were more famous than most for “procuring […]
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 […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 6 Reasons Why Women Should Lift by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD 1. More Effective Fat Loss You utilize more oxygen during strength training, and when your body uses more oxygen, it increases your metabolic rate and burns more calories. You won’t get the same results with running or yoga alone. The intensity […]
DOLCE LIFESTYLE: 6 Herbal Teas & Their Benefits by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD Not all herbal teas are created equal. The different properties in tea help stimulate different reactions in the body. For example, the high caffeine dosage in green tea won’t be very beneficial when trying to get to sleep. Here is a […]
DOLCE DIET LIFESTYLE: 5 Stretches to Increase Flexibility by Samantha Coogan, MS, RDN, LD 1. Forward Hip Hinge • Lower your hands to the sides and fold forward, keeping your back flat and hinging at the hips • Drop your hands to the floor. Go to your range of motion for as long as you […]
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 […]
by Todd Harwood Twiiter: @Todd_Harwood One of my fondest memories as a youngster was of going to summer cowboy camp. They would take us out and we would sleep under the stars and wake to the blessed smell and sound of bacon sizzling in an iron skillet over an open fire. We’d sit and eat breakfast […]
The Mike Dolce Show – A Fitness Podcast Mike talks to legendary champion bodybuilder, Chris Cormier. 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 founder of The Dolce Diet & creator […]
