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Sport protein shakes
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Hi there,
I don't really know about the times, but I prefer to take em after workout.
There is a formula which says 2-4gramms of protein per kg of your body weight per day.
But your body won't be able to handle/use more than 30gramms of protein taken with one drink/meal. So you've to spead the dosis over the day.
Greetings,
Sven
I don't really know about the times, but I prefer to take em after workout.
There is a formula which says 2-4gramms of protein per kg of your body weight per day.
But your body won't be able to handle/use more than 30gramms of protein taken with one drink/meal. So you've to spead the dosis over the day.
Greetings,
Sven
firesven said:But your body won't be able to handle/use more than 30gramms of protein taken with one drink/meal. So you've to spead the dosis over the day.
ive seen plenty of people argue that this isnt true. Not sure on that though.
It's generally accepted that after a workout you take your shake after your workout to help get protein in your body to help being the repair process. There are plenty of arguments that also say timing has little importance. I take mine post workout because its just a habit.
Sorry if this only confused you more. Your main focus should be to just make sure you are getting enough protein from regular foods. Whey shakes are a supplement and should not be your main source of protein throughout the day (about 1g per lb of body weight)
There is not set rule that applies to every individual. It all depends on your goals and workout routine.
Most people I know have a protein shake 30 minutes before a workout and then within 30 minutes following a workout.
As for the not being able to handle but 30 grams of preotein at one time, I am not sure where that comes from. I keep seeing it posted all the time but don't see any basis for it. Besides one chicken breast contains 45 grams of protein alone.
Anyway most of the knowledgable people in the forum have recommended 35-50 grams of protein per meal depending of course on your goals/weight. As for how much you need I would say at least 1 gram per pound of your body weight if trying to lose or maintain weight. If trying to bulk or gain weight I would recommend 1.5 grams per pound of bodyweight.
Most people I know have a protein shake 30 minutes before a workout and then within 30 minutes following a workout.
As for the not being able to handle but 30 grams of preotein at one time, I am not sure where that comes from. I keep seeing it posted all the time but don't see any basis for it. Besides one chicken breast contains 45 grams of protein alone.
Anyway most of the knowledgable people in the forum have recommended 35-50 grams of protein per meal depending of course on your goals/weight. As for how much you need I would say at least 1 gram per pound of your body weight if trying to lose or maintain weight. If trying to bulk or gain weight I would recommend 1.5 grams per pound of bodyweight.
Spreading it out throughout the whole day would be the best option. Since your body has no way of storing protein, unlike carbs or fat, you would benefit from a semi constant supply of protein if you work out a lot. There is something called time release protein as well: a mixture of different types of protein, each with it's own digestion rate.
yes, you want to consistently eat protein day in, day out. the body adapts over time, so if over time it sees plenty of availble protein for muscle repair, it'll use it for that.
in general, yhou should eat the same way everyday, because every meal is either post workout/recovery nutrition, or pre workout nutrition.
my best analogy is that the body is like a steam engine train. they constantly stoke the fire for the boiler, so they have consistent results...it never gets too cold (train slows down) nor do they smother it by adding to much fuel at once (train slows down).
The body is really just a biological engine. Keep it running at a consistent speed for optimal results, whether its bulking up or cutting fat.
in general, yhou should eat the same way everyday, because every meal is either post workout/recovery nutrition, or pre workout nutrition.
my best analogy is that the body is like a steam engine train. they constantly stoke the fire for the boiler, so they have consistent results...it never gets too cold (train slows down) nor do they smother it by adding to much fuel at once (train slows down).
The body is really just a biological engine. Keep it running at a consistent speed for optimal results, whether its bulking up or cutting fat.