Protein

[nene5]

How are you all on protein? Do any of you take a protein shake after a workout? I have been thinking of buying one. I just don't want to be stuck with a chalky goopy mess that doesn't taste good. I have been thinking of just trying to increase my protein. I have started eating more fish like talapia and salmon. Those are easy to cook and taste great.

[fitnessk]

I do like to use protein shakes. You just have to shop around to look for one that you like the best. Some are much better than others. I do think it is a good idea to drink the protein shake after you complete your workout. Of course, natural protein sources are good too.

[kawae2901]

I try to get around 25g a meal, and five meals in total. This usually included one shake, that I make with a 30g scoop of whey. My other protein sources are tuna, corned beef, patties, cottage cheese, and ham.

I don't necessarily take a shake after a workout. It all depends on the time of the day I go to the gym, but always get in a meal within two hours of leaving, and within 45min of getting back.

[nene5]

Thanks so much for the responses. It can be overwhelming looking through all of the info. I have read about getting in protein, but I struggle with the amounts. Taking 25g per meals sounds like something I can do.

[lrlady66]

I like protein shakes myself. I use silk brown rice protein which gives me 25 grams of protein per shake and I add a tbsp of carob powder for flavor. It can be mixed with milk, juice, or water. It is low in carbohydrates. I try to get in 3 shakes a day and 2 regular well portioned meals that contain only 15 grams of carbohydrate and up to 30 grams of protein.

[zacpario]

I've been wanting to try protein shakes because I workout a lot these days but I think natural protein sources are better. They say protein shakes can speed up muscle expansion, have anyone tried it and haven't felt anything unusual?

[emeraude70]

I think it is best to stick to the natural protein shakes. You can check out your local health food store for some organic whey protein or organic soy milk and add this to a mixture of your favorite fresh cut fruits which you mix up in the blender for one cool healthy smoothie. My favorite smoothie a peanut butter and banana smoothie. Just mix all the ingredients in a blender.
Recipe
Peanut butter and Banana Smoothie:
2 cups organic soy milk
one diced banana
2 Tbsp of organic peanut butter
about 3/4 cup of Ice

Cheers! *Slurp*

[Popatar]

If you are trying to gain strength and size make you you are eating 1 gram of protein per 1 lbs of your body weight. I weigh 175lbs for example so I eat 175 grams of protein a day. The protein source doesn't make a difference. Generally you want them from whole foods.

Supplements are exactly that, to supplement your diet.

[muyenp]

A protein supplement is not necessary as long as you can get your daily protein intake from regular food. If this is not always feasible for you, then a whey protein shake can definitely help. Contrary to what most protein companies may claim, I do not believe protein supplements are superior to protein from regular food. If you choose to add a supplement to your diet, do so because of the convenience, not because of the perceived myth that it is more effective for building muscle.

[shaun]

I usually eat three high-protein meals a day, and I consume an unflavoured whey protein shake post-workout. I aim for 50 to 60 grams of protein in each meal to cover my daily protein requirements. This can be easily achieved by eating a big steak, eggs, and other meats or fish. The quality of the meat is important, I try to buy pastured meat.